One of the best ways to get to know a city is to go on a food tour. Why? Well, a food tour can reveal plenty about the people who live and work in the city. And Sydney people, some 5.3 million of them love their food, as it is home to many cuisines evident in the number of cafes and restaurants you will find in the city. In this post, you will need to get your walking shoes on, and at times, your sea legs, as we walk around or sail around to discover Sydney on a food tour. And no matter if you are visiting Sydney for a day, 7 days or longer – a Sydney food tour should be on the menu.

New South Wales has over 19,000 restaurants and cafes. So you can imagine there is a wide range of restaurants and cafes offering many types of cuisines. From locally caught fish with chips to Asian specialities to fine dining and everything else in between, you are spoilt for choice with the food available in Sydney. And if you think discovering Sydney on foot is a great option, you can eat while discovering Sydney from the water. Yep, Sydney has some wonderful cruises around Sydney Harbour where you can sit back, see all the sights from the water while eating. There are morning tea cruises, lunch cruises and 3 course dinner cruises.

What is a Food Tour?

A food tour, or culinary tour as some call them, is where participants are guided by a local guide to various eateries, food-related spots and markets where they sample dishes, learn about food traditions and gain an insight into Sydney’s food culture. Sound like something you would want to do when visiting Sydney, well, read on.

Best 7 Food Tours in Sydney (by land and sea)

Whether you’re a local Sydney food enthusiast, interstate visitor seeking to try local specialties, or an international traveller looking to discover Sydney by indulging in new cuisines, Sydney’s food tours offer a unique and immersive experience. Are you ready to enjoy some of Sydney’s delicious gastronomic delights?

Sydney Food Tour #2 Pick

See Sydney Harbour from a different perspective on a dinner cruise. Enjoy a 3, 4 or 6 course dinner cruise.

Enjoy great food while discovering Sydney from the water.

1. Sydney Unlimited Skyfeast at Sydney Tower

My top pick to discover Sydney on a food tour is the Sydney Unlimited Skyfeast at Sydney Tower. When I lived and worked in Sydney after work friends and I often spent the evening in Sydney checking out the bars and having dinner. One of the favourite spots was in the revolving restaurant in Sydney Tower. As well as getting to eat great food you get 360 degree views of Sydney as the restaurant slowly revolves. As locals, we loved this, so I can’t imagine as an international visitor what a great thing this would be to do.

Book your unlimited skyfeast at Sydney Tower here.

2. Sydney The Rocks Pub Tour with Meal

The Rocks area in Sydney is the oldest part of Sydney. It is a fascinating area of Sydney showcasing its past. Interspersed amongst the history are many great eateries and some of the oldest publis in Australia. On this Sydney food tour, spend 2.5 hours discovering the fascinating area of Sydney while enjoying a drink at 4 of its oldest pubs. And top it off with a great pub meal.

Book your ticket for the Sydney Rocks Pub Tour and Meal here.

3. Sydney Chinatown Street Food & Culture Guided Walking Tour

I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who doesn’t love Asian food. And like most other countries in the world that have a Chinatown, so does Sydney. On this tour, Wwnder the streets of Sydney’s Chinatown and sample a range of delicious street foods from cuisines all over China. At the same time, discover the culture and achievements of Chinese-Australians. So on this tour you will get to sample a range of street foods and snacks from Sydney’s Chinatown. And if that isn’t enough, you will have access to all the restaurants to choose from to enjoy your next meal (not included on the tour).

Book your ticket for the Sydney Chinatown Street Food & Culture Guided Walking Tour here.

4. 1 Hour Sydney Opera House Tour + Meal

Sydney is known around the world for the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. So make the best of both worlds by taking a 1 hour Sydney Opera House tour before enjoying a meal harbour at either the House Canteen or Opera Bars. Nothing better that taking in sweeping views of Sydney Harbor and the iconic Harbour Bridge while enjoying a meal in the Sydney Opera House forecourt. I’ve done this tour a few times and I enjoy it every time.

Book your ticket for a 1 hour Opera House Tour + Meal here

5. Craft Beer and Breweries Tour

Love a good cold beer? Then you will love this craft beer and brewery tour. On this tour, visit 3 of Sydney’s finest independent breweries to enjoy some craft beers with some complimentary snacks. So if you want to experience the taste and smell and learn about the beer-making process, then this tour would be right up your alley!

Book your spot on Sydney’s Craft Beer and Breweries Tour here.

6. Best Sydney Foodie Tours from the Harbour

You get a different perspective of Sydney when you see it from the water. So set sail and see for yourself. There are a variety of foodie harbour cruises available ranging from morning tea, lunch and dinner cruises. See Sydney under blue (or maybe grey) skies to twinkling lights of the night.

Check out this morning tea cruise and book your ticket here.

Book a lunch cruise here.

Want to see the sun set over Sydney? Check out these dinner cruises.

7. Romantic Meal for 2 with a View

If celebrating a special occasion or wanting to make a normal day special with a special person, check out this luxury eating experience for two. Relax with gourmet food and cold drinks at Copes Lookout in Kirribilli.

To book this Sydney meal with a view, go here.

Are You Ready to Eat Your Way Around Sydney?

Having a good meal and enjoying the sights of Sydney is a great way to discover Sydney and learn a lot about the people that live and work in this wonderful city. I hope you get the chance to do so, or have your already? I’d love to hear.