Sydney Walking tours
Discover the history, culture, scenery and wildlife of Sydney, Australia’s most iconic and historic city. Walk Talk Explore’s Sydney walking tours are the only tours in Sydney that have all been designed and researched by an archaeologist, historian and ecologist.
History Tours for Social Clubs
Special history walking tours designed for social clubs and office groups.
Our Sydney Walking Tours
Surry Hills Secret Lane Ways History Adventure
On this tour, you will discover and explore the old inner-city suburb of Surry Hills (next to Central Station). A maze of charming old laneways lined with cottages from the 1800s. It was here that street gangs battled one another and tough cops ruled with an iron fist.
Walking – 3 hours.
For those who love exploring secret old laneways.
Surry Hills Crime History Walking Tour
Explore the old laneways of Surry Hills and hear the stories of the gangsters and tough cops who battled for control of what was once Sydney’s most infamous neighbourhood. See the home of Australia’s prohibition-era crime queen, explore trendy Crown Street and finish at a classic Aussie pub that has operated since 1879.
Walking – 2 hours.
An exciting adventure before lunch.
east Sydney Historical Walking Tour
Starting in Hyde Park, you will explore the winding narrow laneways of historic East Sydney. Today this area is very trendy and pretty. However, it was once the centre of Sydney’s red-light district; the battleground of the female crime lords that ruled Sydney’s prohibition era; and a battleground for US Servicemen during WW2.
Walking – 2 hours.
You won’t find this in Lonely Planet.
Ye Old Newtown: Mysteries, Architecture and The Old Graveyard
On this tour, you will explore the old suburbs of Erskineville, Macdonaldtown and Newtown. You will also explore the Newtown cemetery and hear the forgotten stories of its interns. You will explore many laneways and listen to stories from Newtown’s opulent and bohemian past. See some of Sydney’s grandest Victorian-era mansions.
Walking – 2 hours
For those who love strange stories, old mansions and exploring ancient cemeteries
Kings Cross: Red Lights and Neon Nights
While driving through the city at night, it was not uncommon to take a naughty detour through the infamous Kings Cross to catch a fleeting glimpse of the creatures of the night: girls saturated in neon glow, tough guys, sailors, drunks, and spunks. On this walking tour, the most notorious news headlines of the last 60 years will be brought to life as you visit the haunts of the most notorious crooks and cops and see the sites of murders, bust-ups and debauchery.
Walking – 2 Hours
A gentle walk for lovers of salacious and scandalous stories
Sydney Harbour by Ferry & Foot: Forgotten stories along the Bays and Beaches
Starting at Circular Quay you will hop between ferries exploring Sydney Harbour, its bays and lesser-known beaches. Learn its ancient origins, hear amazing stories, see where ships were wrecked and sharks attacked. Explore the shoreline of the North Shore by foot with its grand mansions and colonial structures.
3 hours. Sydney Harbour walking tour
A favourite with explorers who don’t like cheesy tourist traps.
Sydney Odyssey: An Off-Beat Sightseeing Tour of Sydney Harbour
This is a Sydney sightseeing tour for those sick of the boring old tourism pitch that hasn’t changed since the 2000 Olympics. See Sydney from a different angle while hearing bizarre and peculiar stories that will change the way you look at the most iconic landmarks and locations. Sydney has a unique, quirky and eccentric past, so let’s explore it!
3 hours. Sydney harbour walking tour
A favourite with explorers who don’t like cheesy tourist traps.
Sydney’s Secret Historical Pubs tour
The “local pub” has been an important part of Sydney culture since early colonial times. Explore the back streets of old Sydney visiting four legendary pubs. Each pub is from a different era history and remains a typical “local watering hole” for hundreds of Sydneysiders. We will recommend the most classic Aussie beers (the historic old working-class classics and the new trendy types), and tell you the most bizarre stories as you uncover the history of the Sydney pub.
Walking. Light rail. 3 hours.
Ideal for anyone who loves a good story and a cold drink.
Pubs, Bushrangers and the Gold Rush: A Tour of Regional NSW
This overnight bus tour will take you to several historic old pubs in regional New South Wales. You will hear the incredible stories of events that took place inside these venues. On the way you visit beautiful old towns, see bushranger sites, explore a 200-year-old colonial village, visit an old gaol and court house, stay the night in a luxury room of a grand historic hotel and much much more.
Bus. Overnight.
If you love road trips, visiting old pubs and listening to some great stories this is the tour for you.
About Us
We offer a unique experience for locals and visitors alike, allowing you to explore the city like a true Sydneysider. We are passionate about helping you make the most of the city’s attractions, culture, and nightlife. With our extensive knowledge of the city, you can be sure that you won’t miss a thing.
Our tours are all led by experienced professionals (historians, archaeologists, architects, biologists, chefs, etc). Best of all, we design our tours to rely on Sydney’s extensive network of footpaths and public transport options.
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