There are too many reasons for me to guess and to list here as to why you may only have a short time to visit Sydney, so I won’t. What I will list are some of the best Sydney sightseeing tours to do when you are short on time when visiting the city. As I’m sure you will want to cram in as much as possible during your short stay in Sydney the following list has some of the best Sydney sightseeing tours so you can make the most of your time.
From a one hour visit of the Sydney Opera House to a day seeing the best of Sydney on the Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus, you can choose the best Sydney sightseeing tour for you so you. Then you can discover Sydney as much as you possibly can when you are only in the city for a short time. Are you ready? Read on.
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Best Tours of Sydney
You may have it in your mind the things you would like to see and do in Sydney on your visit but because you are short on time, you may not be sure if you will be able to see them. So check out these tours so you can make the most of your time in Sydney, whether that be a few hours layover in Sydney to a 7 day Sydney itinerary that might include day trips to say, Taronga Zoo, The Blue Mountains or to The Northern Beaches, there is tour of Sydney that will suit your timeframe.
1. Sydney Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour – 1-2 days
I love hop-on hop-off buses and always go on them when visiting a new city and/or short of time. The Sydney HoHo bus takes you to all the best Sydney spots. It only takes about 2 hours to do the full circuit. It is wise to do the full circuit first as this will provide you with a good idea of places in Sydney you may wish to visit longer, if you have the time that is.
>>Get your ticket for Sydney’s Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour here
2. Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise
Get a different perspective of Sydney from the water on the Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise. When limited for time, this will only take a few hours.
>>Book Your Ticket on Sydney’s Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise here.
3. Sydney Opera House – 1 hour
If short on time in Sydney, a one hour tour of the Sydney Opera House should be on your list of places to visit in Sydney. The Sydney Opera House is an icon of Sydney and a tour will take you inside to see the great hall and other theatres. Walking through the forecourt will provide great views of Sydney Harbour.
Book your Sydney Opera House Tour here
4. The Rocks Guided Walking Tour – 90 minutes
The Rocks is the historic area of Sydney. Discover it on a 90 minute walking tour. Discover it by walking along the cobblestone streets and seeing sandstone buildings built by convicts while learning tales of the city’s early settlers. It is right next to Sydney Harbour so depending on the time you have in Sydney you can see the Rocks plus, the Sydney Opera House.
Get your ticket for The Rocks Guided Walking Tour here
5. Guided Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb – 3 Hours
Climbing to the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge is a bucket list item for many. Oprah Winfrey has done it and so has the Queen of Denmark so why not you! It takes about 3 hours but the views – WOW. You can climb during the day, at sunset or in the evening. Choose which time suits you.
Other Sydney Sightseeing Tours of Interest
Iconic Sydney Sights 4-Hour Bike Tour
Sydney Taronga Zoo with Return Ferry Ticket – 4-6 hours
Sydney Ghost Walking Tour – 90 mins
Location Tour of Home and Away – 5 hours
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise – 2.5 hours – Whale watching is popular.
Skywalk Sydney Tower – 1 to 1.5 hours
Where to Stay in Sydney
Depending on how long you are in Sydney for, you may need accommodation. Check out some of the best places to stay in Sydney to make the most of your time.
Are You Ready to Discover Sydney on a Sightseeing Tour?
Have you been on any sightseeing tours of Sydney? Let me know in the comments.
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