Local Sydney – Aussie Food, Culture & Coffee

Summary Description

Get off the beaten track and experience a different side of Sydney! Explore 3 historic suburbs on this fun walking tour, while tasting a range of iconic Aussie foods and learning about Australian culture and society.

Highlights
  • Discover an off-the-beaten-track, local side of Sydney
  • Sample Aussie snacks including Tim Tams, Vegemite & more
  • Learn about the history of Sydney's oldest neighbourhoods
  • Visit a classic Aussie pub with a talking pet cockatoo
  • Meet other travellers and locals on a leisurely morning walk
  • Description

    Explore 3 historic suburbs – Pyrmont, Ultimo and Glebe – on this fun and relaxed walk, while tasting a range of iconic Aussie foods and learning about Australian culture and society.

    Foods sampled:
    – Tim Tams
    – Vegemite toast
    – Flat white coffee
    – Craft beer
    – Oysters
    – Kangaroo
    – Native foods

    The tour includes visits to a local cafe and finishes at the most unique pub in Sydney, complete with talking pet cockatoo!

    What makes these neighbourhoods interesting? While often overlooked by both visitors and locals, Pyrmont, Ultimo & Glebe have amazing stories to tell and many hidden gems. Discover the early industrial history of the area, how it became a ghost-town and then has re-invented itself in the last few decades.

    If you’re visiting Sydney, we recommend doing this early in your stay as you’ll get lots of tips to make your time in this city amazing. If you’re a local, we guarantee you’ll discover things you’ve never noticed or appreciated before.

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Coffee or tea
    • Craft beer (or soft drink or juice)
    • Snacks (5 or 6 classic Aussie foods)
    • Map with our personal recommendations
    • Photos
    What's Not Included
    • Lunch
    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pick-up or drop-off
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Pyrmont Bridge, Pyrmont Bridge, Sydney

    Commentary

    Guide : English, Japanese

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Suitable for all ages
    • We walk 2.5 km at a leisurely pace with frequent stops
    • Suitable for wheelchairs and prams/strollers (flat route)
    Know Before You Go
    • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
    • We recommend a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
    • We recommend bringing a water bottle
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options

    Tour

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) $60.00
    Child (0-3 years) $50.00
    Points of interest
    • Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
    • Pyrmont Bridge, Sydney NSW, Australia
    • Australian National Maritime Museum, Murray Street, Sydney NSW, Australia
    • Additional Information

      Not wheelchair accessible