SYDNEY
Sydney’s best days out.
The 9 most popular shore excursions tours in Sydney. The ones locals send visitors to first, with prices, run times and who to book through.
A one-hour Sydney Opera House walking tour with a small group, expert commentary, off-limits access, and optional Opera Bar or House Canteen dining.
Most Popular“Wow, what an amazing tour of the Sydney Opera House and Lu ch at the Opera Bar was a plus; our tour guide was informative and the food was delicious!”
Cruise-friendly Cabot Trail bus tour from Sydney with pickup, expert local guides, multiple photo stops, admission included, and a souvenir.
“Our driver Tom was very knowledgeable and helpful. The scenery was beautiful with plenty photo stops.”
A 90-minute guided walk through Sydney’s The Rocks. Learn convict-era stories and see Harbour Bridge and Opera House views.
“The history of this area is amazing. This was our first time here and did not realize how this area developed and what types of people came and lived here to create this part of Australia.”
Private Cabot Trail cruise excursion from Sydney, Canada. Port pickup, private van up to 6, flexible scenic stops, admission included.
“We enjoyed the flexibility of this private tour. We were able to make a stop that interested us. We were able to eat lunch at our own pace and we loved the Cabot Trail experience. Kevin was a great local tour guide, very knowledgeable. If you have points of interest you really want to see,…”
Guided bus tour from Sydney to Highland Village and Baddeck. See Bell sites, first powered flight, Scottish homes, and scenic photo stops.
“Tour guide was just OK. Discussed political and personal beliefs a bit too much. Baddeck village was just OK also. If you have been on many cruise tours I would say this is not worth it. OK for newbies.”
Cape Breton shore excursion with included Bell Museum entry and time in Baddeck. Private transport, snacks, and cruise-friendly pickup.
“Do not book with Lotta Adventures. They didn't show up, did not communicate and even Viator could not get a hold of them. Our group of 12 people was stuck having to make alternate plans on the dock.”
A 5-hour cruise-friendly trip to the Fortress of Louisbourg and the town of Louisbourg, with admission and comfort perks included.
“Very disappointed that no one from the tour company showed for pick up and after multiple calls and no answer. Another tour company said this tour company wasn't operating this season. Now we're trying to find a different tour and get a refund for this tour.”
Half-day Sydney highlights with port pickup, minivan sightseeing to The Rocks, Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, plus views and wildlife stops.
“This was a very good tour except the tour guide shorted us an hour. Otherwise he did a good job of informing us of history, etc. One of us had to sit in the middle seat in an SUV so we couldn't see as well as we would have liked. Rating is on content of…”
Half-day Sydney and Manly shore tour with port pickup, harbor viewpoints, Darling Harbour strolls, and a scenic Manly Corso walk.
“This tour was a great introduction to Sydney. Our private guide met us at the pier and drove us around different neighborhoods. He was friendly, personable, and knowledgeable. Although we did have brief photo ops, our one disappointment was that the tour didn’t include a walk on one of the beaches.”
The harbour, the coast and the country beyond it, every way to see them.
