Sydney is a great place to start an adventure in Australia. Some of the famous attractions in the city are the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. There are beaches too, coastal walks, local markets and plenty of places to eat and explore. Whether you’re here for a few days or using Sydney as a base to explore the surrounding areas there’s plenty to see and do.
Our Sydney tours offer different ways to explore the city. Take a harbour cruise, hop on a sightseeing tour, head out on a day trip, or try one of the many activities around Sydney. Solo travellers, couples, families and groups will find a variety of tours and options to suit different budgets.
Take a look through our Sydney tours, deals and activities below to find something that suits your trip. From harbour experiences and city sightseeing to day trips beyond Sydney, you can compare your options and book your next experience in Australia.
Sydney is an amazing place in Australia with captivating tourist attractions and a boisterous nightlife. If you are searching for activities to do in Sydney, there is no dearth of them. At Backpacker Deals, we offer 190+ Sydney tours and curated activities you can do with kids, friends, and over a weekend. Check out the list below.
• Taronga Zoo Ferry & Entry: Taronga Zoo in Sydney is home to more than 4000 animals, including native and exotic Australian species. You take a ferry to the zoo, enjoying the picturesque Harbour in the background. QBE Free-Flight Bird Show and Daily Seal shows are the top attractions of the zoo.
• Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Sydney: Board the open-top double-decker bus to explore the top attractions in Sydney. Highly informative guides on the bus keep you entertained, and it is one of the best ways to learn the historic and cultural relevance of Sydney’s major landmarks.
• Bondi Beach Surf Lessons: For beginners, Bondi Beach surfing lessons are a great way to learn how Aussies ride the waves casually. Highly experienced and friendly instructors plan the lessons in a fun and enjoyable way. It is a great activity to do in Sydney for solo travellers and surf enthusiasts.
• Sydney Harbour Ferry: There’s no way you can skip the Sydney Harbour ferry ride while visiting the city. With a sparkling sunset in the background and live music, it is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, especially for those who love capturing dreamy photographs and videos.
• Blue Mountains Day Trip: Imagine yourself basking in the stunning views of the Blue Mountains away from the hubbub of the city, standing at the magnificent viewpoints like Echo Point or Lincoln’s Rock. The views are surreal. Occasional spotting of wildlife is the cherry on top for nature lovers.
• Sydney Nighttime Tours and Activities: Don’t be fooled by the serenity of Sydney; its nighttime is even more exotic. There are some amazing nighttime cafes and clubs serving the most outlandish drinks and food on a platter. If you are visiting the city as a couple, it is one of the must-try activities in Sydney.
• Multi-day East Coast Tours: Grab your backpack and book a multi-day East Coast tour from Sydney to Cairns, visiting the incredible Great Barrier Reef and Cape Byron. Backpacker Deals offers short-duration as well as months-long tours to the East Coast to scratch that travelling itch.
Browse all Sydney tours below and book your next experience today.