Private tours in Sydney
A private tour fits Sydney around what you want to see. 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 private tours in Sydney
Sydney City Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private or Small Group TourFrom $177View 
Sydney Private Custom Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems with a LocalFrom $69View 
Sydney Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)From $69View
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Sydney neighbourhoods
The city's main districts, a good way to choose a route or a theme:
- City Centre
- The CBD, Hyde Park and shopping arcades.
- The Rocks
- Sydney's oldest streets, with weekend markets by the harbour.
- Darling Harbour
- Waterfront restaurants, the aquarium and museums.
- Eastern Suburbs
- Harbourside villages and ocean beaches.
- Bondi Beach
- Sydney's most famous beach and the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk.
- Camden
- Markets, music venues and canal-side food stalls.
How to pick a good private tour
- Write down what you most want to see before you book, and share it with the guide.
- Check whether entry tickets and transport are included in the price or paid on the day.
- Licensed guides can enter some sites with you and skip queues; others must wait outside.
- A half-day private tour is often enough for the main sights, with the afternoon left free.
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 private 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.
Where can I book private tours in Sydney?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
