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Private tour in Sydney Sally W
Sydney Unlocked: Icons, Heights & Hidden Gems full day walking tour
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G'day! My name is Sally, a proud, passionate Sydneysider, who would love to share the real Sydney with you. So why tour with me? I will create your perfect tour, sharing the iconic places and hidden gems, creating wonderful memories of your time in Sydney and the Blue Mountains. Let me convince you why I am the right guide for you! I was born in Sydney and have lived on the stunning Northern Shore of our harbour city for my whole life. I am passionate about travel and meeting new people. While new to ToursByLocals, I have extensive travel and guiding experience in Australia and many other countries. So I know what makes an exceptional tour, and can’t wait to share my beautiful Sydney with you. I studied history and archeology in my BA at the University of Sydney. I will share our local Aboriginal, colonial and modern history with you, as well as the essential sights of Sydney and the Blue Mountains. I will immerse you in the local culture, show you the natural beauty of our harbour, beaches, bush and mountains, and our iconic architecture such as the Sydney Opera House and Quay Quarter Tower. We will visit unique Australian animals, the cute, cuddly, dangerous and scary, and share our celebrated fresh and delicious cuisine, complemented by world class local wines. I will entertain you with our stories, show you unusual places which are off the beaten track, and answer your questions about our culture and living in our city. All my tours can be customized for your desires, so please reach out to me with your interests or your walking ability, and we will work together to design the perfect tour for you and your family. There are so many activities we can include if they interest you. You could take a backstage tour of the Sydney Opera House, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, walk above Sydney on the Skywalk, cruise the harbour, walk through a National Park, take a surf lesson, shop at local and international fashion boutiques or visit Blue Mountains Scenic World. For cruise ship visitors, you will be back to your ship on time, every time. I look forward to meeting you and sharing my wonderful Sydney with you. Please reach out to me with any questions.
Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Sally W.
From Sky-high Strolls to Colonial Cobblestones, Cuddly Critters to Legendary Landmarks — discover Sydney’s soul in one unforgettable day
Overview of your Sydney tour
See Sydney through the eyes of a passionate born-and-bred local with a degree in history and archaeology, years of guiding experience, and a love of storytelling. I don’t just show you the sights — I bring them to life with humour, heart, and hidden details you won’t find in guidebooks. From colonial cobblestones, where stories of convicts, sailors and settlers echo through time to breathtaking panoramic views atop the Harbour Bridge Pylon, you’ll experience the city’s past and present in one unforgettable day. Marvel at the Opera House and hear how a rejected design reshaped Sydney’s identity. Soar above the skyline on the Sydney Tower Skywalk, a daring outdoor platform where the wind rushes past and the city unfolds beneath your feet and meet our unique Aussie animals.Whether it’s legends of old Sydney, secrets in the stonework, or insider tips - let’s unlock Sydney together. This tour can be customized for you.
Your Sydney tour itinerary
• Start at The Rocks & explore its cobbled laneways & colonial-era charm. • Climb the Harbour Bridge Pylon, a hidden gem inside one of the bridge’s towers. The museum tells the story of the bridge’s daring construction. The lookout offers one of the best panoramic views in Sydney — with the harbour, Opera House & skyline. • Continue along the foreshore to the iconic Opera House. Admire this stunning building while hearing stories of its bold design, engineering challenges & the visionary Danish architect who never saw it completed. • Make your way to the Sydney Tower Eye for the Skywalk — a thrilling, open-air walk along a glass platform 268 metres above the city streets, with nothing but sky around you & jaw-dropping views in every direction. • Next, head to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo in Darling Harbour to encounter iconic Aussie animals. • End with a scenic ferry ride or a stroll through Barangaroo Reserve to our starting point. Lunch with a view and coffee stops will be included at your own cost.
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Type: Walking
We will walk around the harbour area, into the city centre and Darling Harbour. A moderate level of fitness is required. The terrain is mainly flat. Please make sure to wear comfortable and flat shoes.
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Sydney, New South Wales, 2000, Australia
We will meet at Circular Quay just outside the entrance to Wharf 2A- the fast Manly ferry service. I have attached a link with a map. https://maps.app.goo.gl/dmM3mxowKpyKB6ad7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
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