Food tours in Sydney
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Sydney. The most comfortable months are April–May and July to December, with highs around 72°F (22°C) and about 7 rainy days a month.
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Top food tours in Sydney
Sydney Food Tour with 6 Authentic Tastings by Secret Food ToursFrom $120View 
Sydney’s Chinatown Street Food and Stories Walking TourFrom $62View
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What to eat and drink in Sydney
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Meat pie
- A hand-sized pie of minced beef in gravy, eaten with tomato sauce.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Sydney month by month
Averages for Sydney, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 81 (27) | 80 (27) | 78 (26) | 74 (24) | 70 (21) | 65 (18) | 64 (18) | 67 (19) | 71 (22) | 74 (23) | 76 (24) | 78 (26) |
| Low °F (°C) | 68 (20) | 68 (20) | 65 (18) | 60 (15) | 54 (12) | 50 (10) | 48 (9) | 49 (10) | 54 (12) | 58 (15) | 62 (17) | 65 (18) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
| Sunset (15th) | 8:09 pm | 7:48 pm | 7:14 pm | 5:33 pm | 5:03 pm | 4:53 pm | 5:04 pm | 5:25 pm | 5:47 pm | 7:08 pm | 7:36 pm | 8:02 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Sydney?
April–May and July to December. Expect highs around 72°F (22°C) and about 7 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are March and June.
What food is Sydney known for?
Meat pie: a hand-sized pie of minced beef in gravy, eaten with tomato sauce.
Where can I book food tours in Sydney?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
