Sydney

Kickstart your trip to Sydney

City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5.0
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Kickstart your trip to Sydney

The perfect 3-hour experience for your first day in Sydney. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.

Taking a ferry is one of the best ways to see Sydney. Ferries depart regularly from Circular Quay to places like Manly and Cockatoo Island

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Familiarize yourself with the best ways to navigate Sydney – by bus, train, and ferry – with help from a local insider
  • See the city center’s popular tourist sights, and explore the lesser-known parts that only locals know about
  • Try delicious local food, and let your host point out more restaurants to try on your vacation
  • Explore the city’s historic side in Newtown, and the ultra-modern Darling Harbor area
  • Have a helpful host on hand to share 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.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Taking a ferry is one of the best ways to see Sydney. Ferries depart regularly from Circular Quay to places like Manly and Cockatoo Island
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

100% private & personalized experience
3 hours with a 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 location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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 most

What you’ll do

Armed with your golden ticket (the Opal card, which allows you to catch a train, bus, or ferry) and your own personal GPS and guidebook (your local host), you’ll be ready for a crash course in Sydney.

From figuring out the transport systems to getting schooled on the city’s best beaches (Manly Beach for sunbathing and surfing; Bondi for beachside bar-hopping with beautiful people), your host will be an invaluable tool for getting you relaxed and comfortable in one of the world’s sunniest cities.

Along the way, you’ll also get a lesson in hunting down the best food - the historic inner west suburbs are a great place to start - and learn the secrets only Sydneysiders know, like which ferry to take for the best sunset harbor views.

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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?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $83.58 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$83.58
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

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Rachel Jul 2025

Ross was fantastic. He personalized the tour and shared some of the hidden gems of Sydney. Highly recommend to anyone who looking to discover new and unique places in the city.

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Dave Jul 2025

Peter was a fantastic tour guide. He was very flexible with our itinerary and was extremely helpful and knowledgeable to give us a quick insight into Sydney and a quick 3 hour tour of the center of the city. I feel like I have a beginning of a sense of the city now which we greatly appreciate in our short time here. We had a wonderful time !

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Owen Jul 2025

We went to many sites and had so many fun spots to take amazing pictures, also our guide Ross told us little stories in between so it made it more interesting.

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Donald Jun 2025

John was knowledgeable, took time to ensure our interests where met. John was humorous, energetic and personable. Provided key factors, historical landmarks with detailed information. It was a pleasure to have John for our private, guided tour.

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Greg Jun 2025

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Michael May 2025

Ross was friendly engaged g and VERY KNOWLEDGABLE about the history, culture, architecture and overall vibe of Sidney. I met him basically straight off the plane for my first visit to Australia, and he gave me a tremendous foundation to understand the city of the country.

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(44 reviews)
Rachel, Jul 2025

Ross was fantastic. He personalized the tour and shared some of the hidden gems of Sydney. Highly recommend to anyone who looking to discover new and unique places in the city.

Dave, Jul 2025

Peter was a fantastic tour guide. He was very flexible with our itinerary and was extremely helpful and knowledgeable to give us a quick insight into Sydney and a quick 3 hour tour of the center of the city. I feel like I have a beginning of a sense of the city now which we greatly appreciate in our short time here. We had a wonderful time !

Owen, Jul 2025

We went to many sites and had so many fun spots to take amazing pictures, also our guide Ross told us little stories in between so it made it more interesting.

Donald, Jun 2025

John was knowledgeable, took time to ensure our interests where met. John was humorous, energetic and personable. Provided key factors, historical landmarks with detailed information. It was a pleasure to have John for our private, guided tour.

Greg, Jun 2025

Michael, May 2025

Ross was friendly engaged g and VERY KNOWLEDGABLE about the history, culture, architecture and overall vibe of Sidney. I met him basically straight off the plane for my first visit to Australia, and he gave me a tremendous foundation to understand the city of the country.