Sydney
Half-day Sydney unplugged
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
4.9
(71)
Half-day Sydney unplugged
4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Let your local host lead you by foot, metro, and ferry through Sydney’s most exciting neighborhoods
- Explore Sydney’s historic downtown areas or soak up the sun at the city’s most famous beaches
- You could explore artsy Paddington, known for its trendy cafe culture and upmarket boutiques
- Walk the beaten tourist track, or head to the locations only locals know about
- Have your local host on hand to give tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private & personalized experience
4 hours with your very own Aussie slang translator (your host)
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
How many cities have you visited where crystal clear beaches and colorful cockatoos upstage ultra-modern buildings? Four hours couldn’t possibly let you cover all of Sydney’s breathtaking spots, but with a local insider leading the way, you’ll see much more than you bargained for.
From the upmarket inner-city suburbs of Paddington and Balmain to historic George Street and The Rocks, you could explore the city’s most iconic neighborhoods before doing what Sydneysiders do best: getting outdoors!
Whether your style is strolling the lawns of the 200-year-old Royal Botanic Gardens, hiking between cliffs, or enjoying fish and chips on the beachfront in Coogee, get a taste of that iconic city-to-surf lifestyle with your host.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Carolyn
May 2025
My 22 year old daughter and I had a wonderful 5+ hour tour with Peter on a beautiful Sunday. This was our first full day of a week in Sydney, and it was the perfect tour, as he showed us the city and how to navigate public transportation. He took us to Manly Beach on a walk with gorgeous vistas. It was the perfect mix of Australian history, learning the city, and exploring one of the beach towns. I highly recommend Peter if you are planning a day tour of Sydney.
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Susan
Apr 2025
She was flexible and built the tour around our interests
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Alison
Mar 2025
What a perfect way to begin our first trip to Sydney! John C was quick to reach out with an intro and communicate about our interests and private walking tour. We saw, we learned, we walked, talked and laughed. Not only were we able to learn about this amazing city from a wonderful local pro, we were able to easily acclimate for our week + visit so that we could make the most of our trip, commute easily via walking, ferry or metro with confidence. Highly recommend!
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Kenneth
Apr 2025
Erin
Mar 2025
Peter was very thorough in his knowledge of history and culture, and tailored our tour to meet (actually exceeded) our expectations.
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Alison
Mar 2025
This was a wonderfully way to start our first visit to Sydney. We learned, laughed, walked, ferry’d, at a relaxing yet efficient pace. John was lovely and toured at a relaxed pace. Got to learn the lay of the wonderful land in preparation for an incredible stay in the greatest city.
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