A GREAT Start to our time in Sydney This was our first tour a day after arriving in Sydney for a week-long visit. We were impressed with Sharon, our tour guide’s knowledge and love of the city. She took us to the important neighborhoods and provided interesting history of each area. Her stories kept us interested and excited about Sydney for the entire duration of the tour. It was a great start to our time in Sydney and as we have continued our visit, find ourselves referencing what we learned from Sharon. Her tour gave us helpful information about what we wanted to revisit.

Overview of Sydney Highlights We had a short time to tour Sydney. This was a great option to see the highlights and after the tour we want to come back when we have more time.

Great experience!! Amazing tour guide Great experience!! Amazing tour guide

Great Sydney Excursion Fantastic experience. Would have been nice to have a coffee break. The bread though was very nice.

“The story of Sydney tour” was a very nice experience. The guide gave lots of different pieces of information and history. Furthermore he showed very nice hidden spots so we could make lovely pictures of the city. Even when we spotted dolphins in the ocean on our way back he stopped the car and we got an opportunity to see the dolphins and take pictures. It was truly an amazing day and the guide ensured we had the best time!!!

Excellent Sydney Tour Sharon, our guide, was in the agreed place at the right time with an air conditioned mini bus. Our two tour companions were already onboard. Sharon explained our tour and provided sturdy copies of a map of the route and the highlights.

Sharon's running commentary was full of interesting facts and stories. I would suggest she pauses for breath occasionally and ask if anyone has a question.

All the stops were well selected and included an optional walk along the cliff tops (perfectly safe) and Bondi Breach.

Our companions were dropped back to their hotel and we had some extra time available so Sharon took us back over the bridge and gave us some suggestions of possible boat trips.

All in all an excellent tour which was good value for money. A tour I would recommend to my best friend. If you have a few hours spare and want to cram in lots of the main attractions.

Rename The Tour This should not be called Street Eats Harbour Treats because there was only 1 custard dessert that was given to us. The title was misleading because there was no "EATS" involved in the tour.

Both Helen and Jo were great guides! They were full of knowledge and I felt we learned a lot of history.

Excellent tour of Sydney. Engaging and knowledgeable tour guide. Very helpful with luggage and best way to get to airport hotel... which was definitely above and beyond what we expected.

Sharon was knowledgeable Sharon was knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot about Sydney. Enjoyed the Mini coach. Saw a lot of Sydney and went places I wouldn’t have gone on our own. Small group so easy to talk to guide.

Great tour!! The story of Sydney is a great tour! It takes you around the city to tell the story of the city from beginning to now. Getting to see the different areas, neighborhoods and beaches was a great way to see the city in a few hours. Sharon was a great tour guide and knew her information. Highly recommend!

Great tour. Very enjoyable and informative excursion . Our tour guide Shaun was knowledgeable, accommodating, very friendly and provided a great introduction to Sydney. Great group size and length of tour too. Would definitely recommend to family and friends. Thank you.

Great Tour Amazing Guide We booked a tour of the Blue Mountains that included a hike through beautiful forests of bamboo trees where we saw many species of birds. We also saw some breathtaking views of waterfalls. Our guide Rohan was amazing. He knew so much about the area and gave us great information about Sydney and surrounding areas along with great restaraunt recommendations. Highly recommend this as a day tour out of Sydney.

Great overview of Sydney and surrounding area The tour was a great overview of Sydney. Our guide was excellent as he explained all the different areas and suburbs of Sydney. We really got a flavor of Sydney so that we’ve been go back and explore our areas further.

A comprehensive introduction to Sydney Jen was a terrific guide. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. We felt like a friend was taking us on a tour of her city and introducing us to a place she really loved. We highly recommend her to anyone who wants to really learn about and appreciate Sydney.

A++ for our amazing tour guide Shaun! He kept us entertained while we learned historical and present info of beautiful Sydney! Also, he was patient with our many requests to stop and snap photos! My husband and I would highly recommend!

Great day in Sydney with Derek Derek was fantastic! He was so knowledgeable of everything Sydney. He was easy to talk to and we really enjoyed our day with him.

A truly amazing experience with Helen on the Street Eats walking tour. So very informative, a great way for anybody whether you’re a local or new to the city to get an inside look to this great city!!

Today’s The Story of Sydney Tour with Sharon was the best urban van/SUV tour we’ve ever had worldwide. Sharon is friendly, knowledgeable, and an excellent driver in Sydney’s challenging traffic. 4 hours is a perfect length, and with 4 people making up our tour the exchange of information was easy. Highly recommended.

Sydney City Tour. Very well organized, knowledgeable and professional tour guide. Sharon knew her history and was probably the best and safest driver we have ever experienced in a busy and bustling city. The company kept us informed and were very gracious and helpful when we had to change the date. Happy to give them a 5 Star rating. They deserved it.

Want a real Sydney experience in just 4 hours? If just looking for an easy 4 hour excursion that is packed with amazing sites and a complete history narrative from an actual Australian, look no further! Our guide Sharon was so knowledgeable and really went out of her way to provide everything we needed and asked for!!

Story of Sydney Tour We were greeted early by our host Sharon in our Four Seasons Sydney hotel. She clearly briefed us about the travel plan (I loved the organization!). We learned that my wife and I were the only 2 on the trip but they were going anyway! What customer service!! Helen, from the Tour office joined us and added to the interesting commentary along the way. They painted a colorful narrative of the Story of Sydney and stopped at very beautiful spots. This was a very worthy excursion to introduce Sydney from many angles and the coach was quite comfortable. Sharon stopped at such scenic vistas for this photography buff. Now I have these memories to print!
She is such a gracious informative hostess and excellent driver at the same time. A must trip to get to know this gem of a city!

Outstanding tour that is well worth it! We had an amazing time with Jen! She took us all over Sydney and what I really appreciated about this tour is that we went everywhere we were told beforehand and tried lots of different dishes. This tour provided plenty of food and drinks, something that can be very lacking with these type of tours. In addition to having a guide who felt like an old friend, this tour made sure to escort us around the city to get the best eats possible instead of just taking us through one neighborhood making it easy on the guide. This is a must if you like food!

Top notch Top notch. Rowan was above and beyond thank you for a great tour!! Kept us engaged throughout.

A bit more time at the beach and less in the residential would be a small plus

We took The Story of Sydney Tour with Helen. She was amazing! Even though it rained the day of our tour, we definitely made the best of it! I wish we had taken this tour at the beginning of our stay since it took us to places I would have loved to go back to. Next time! I will definitely use Ultimately Sydney Tours again!

Great Tour! We took The Story of Sydney Tour with Helen. She was amazing! Even though it rained the day of our tour, we definitely made the best of it! I wish we had taken this tour at the beginning of our stay since it took us to places I would have loved to go back to. Next time! I will definitely use Ultimately Sydney Tours again!

Loving Sydney Helen was absolutely a joy to have as our tour guide. In spite of the rain, we were still able to make our way to all the highlights and hear all the history of the Sydney Harbour and its communities. We would HIGHLY recommend spending a few hours with Helen and learn some fun and interesting facts about Sydney, Australia!!

I can’t speak highly enough of Helen from Ultimately Sydney — what an absolute gem! As an Australian myself, I thought I knew Sydney pretty well, but Helen blew me away with her depth of knowledge, fascinating stories, and passion for this beautiful city. She brought Sydney to life in a way I’ve never experienced before.

Whether you’re a local looking to rediscover your own backyard or a traveler seeing the city for the first time, a bus tour with Helen and the Ultimately Sydney team is an absolute must. The tour was comfortable, well-paced, and packed with insights and hidden gems that you’d never find on your own.

Helen is 100% worth her weight in gold — warm, professional, engaging, and truly one of a kind. Thanks for such a fantastic day out, Helen! I’ll be recommending your tours to everyone I know.

Excellent Half-Day Tour Choice Guy gave a fabulous tour and was a wealth of knowledge! Nice overview of Sydney Harbour loop and gave me many ideas of other sites to visit. So pleased I decided to book this tour.

As an 18-year-old who had just flown into Sydney, I’ll be honest I wasn’t expecting much from a 4-hour city tour. I thought it’d be long, boring, and full of stuffy history lectures. But “Ultimately Sydney” completely changed my mind. Our tour guide, Helen, was incredible. She was super knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience feel more like an adventure than a tour.

What really stood out to me was how immersive it all was. We didn’t just drive past landmarks we stopped, explored, and actually learned about them in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely interesting. From iconic places like the Opera House to lesser-known hidden gems, Helen gave us all the cool facts and stories behind them.

But it wasn’t just about history. Helen also talked a lot about Sydney’s culture and the people who live here. That made the city feel more real and relatable, especially for someone new like me. I walked away not only knowing more about Sydney’s past, but also feeling like I understood the vibe of the city and its communities.

I thought I’d be counting the minutes but the time flew by. If you're young, new to Sydney, or just want to actually feel the city instead of just seeing it, this tour is 100% worth it. Would totally recommend it to anyone, especially people around my age who think city tours are lame you might just be surprised.

Awesome tour and operator! We went on the Ultimately Sydney tour. This was an awesome tour with the most friendly tour operator we have ever had. Helen was incredibly knowledgeable and so confident in Sydney traffic. She spoke loudly and clearly whilst being humorous and respectful. We went places and learnt so much more about this wonderful city! The vehicle was spotless, comfortable and air conditioned. We were picked up at our apartment and dropped off close by at a fantastic restaurant for lunch. We highly recommend this tour for those who want quality!

Fantastic Tour despite the rain ! Although the weather wasn’t perfect, our tour guide Jen made the day so enjoyable! She was incredibly informative and kept the energy up the whole time. Jen took us to all the must-see spots around Sydney, shared interesting history along the way, and even brought us to the iconic Bondi Beach. A great way to see the best of Sydney – highly recommend!

My wife and I took the Taste of Sydney tour, and we had a terrific time! Our host Helen picked us up at our hotel, and we were off to 5 different venues across Sydney (Seafood Market, Lotus @ Barangaroo, Harry's Cafe De Wheels, Moon Shiner Gin Distillery, Handpicked Wines Cellar Door). The food and drink and each venue were amazing, but the best part was hearing Helen regale us with the history and local knowledge of Sydney along the way. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sydney. Helen was a fantastic tour guide and host. Exceeded our expectations!!!

Our mistake made us 1 hour late and Ultimately Sydney graciously provided a wonderful tour anyway! Rohan waited for us and made the day fun and informative. It was a great way to spend the day learning about Sydney and seeing unknown and famous areas through the eyes of our tour guide and driver. Service above our expectations!

Sydney memories It was a wonderful tour to see the city and all the neighborhoods and beaches surrounding Sydney. We even saw whales off the coast. Excellent guide who explained the history of the area.

Great Day A truly wonderful day. Hard to imagine it could have been any better. Tim was great - personable, so knowledgeable and couldn’t have been more accommodating.

Excellent We were told about the tour of Sydney's history by a couple in our hotel and decided to book it. Well informed about pick up, we met up with Derek our guide who offered keen insight, a friendly and helpful attitude and a wonderful, full tour of the city in a very comfortable vehicle which really enhanced our visit. Couldn't have asked for a better tour or guide, thank you.

Awesome tour Yesterday morning we were picked up by two charming tour guides from Ultimately Sydney. Their knowledge of the usual and unusual historical sites around Sydney was a refreshing change from the standard scripted tour. They also took the time to point out the different architectural styles around the city and how they changed as the city evolved.
Thanks for a wonderful tour! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone.

We live in Brisbane and we came to Sydney for a week to celebrate a milestone birthday. We thought it would be great to do a tour and find out more about this beautiful city. Helen picked us up in a really comfortable vehicle and was immediately engaging. We spent four hours touring Sydney with her learning about the history and seeing all the major landmarks. Helen was so knowledgeable and informative and we learnt things with her that we would never have discovered on our own. What a great way to be a tourist in your own country. We couldn’t recommend the tour highly enough.

Great way to see Sydney and learn about its history! We live in Brisbane and we came to Sydney for a week to celebrate a milestone birthday. We thought it would be great to do a tour and find out more about this beautiful city. Helen picked us up in a really comfortable vehicle and was immediately engaging. We spent four hours touring Sydney with her learning about the history and seeing all the major landmarks. Helen was so knowledgeable and informative and we learnt things with her that we would never have discovered on our own. What a great way to be a tourist in your own country. We couldn’t recommend the tour highly enough.

Blue Mountains day tour Helen was fabulous! Informative and attentive to the needs of us ‘oldies’. Car was super clean and very comfortable. Would highly recommend this day trip. Thanks Helen!

This is my 2nd trip with this vendor and I cannot say enough positive things about them. Their knowledge and years of experience to maneuver around the crowds and provide the best experience pays off. Beyond excellent!

Good tour, great guide! Helen was excellent!!!!!! The best tour guide I have ever had, smart, informative and just an all around great person! Hope to see her again!

Sydney neighborhoods Food Tour Helen was a fantastic guide. It ended up just being my wife and myself ..so she was very flexible on the food tour. We had a couple of food stops in various neighborhoods, a Gin distillery, and ended at a wine tasting with a charcuterie board. Everything was delicious. I highly recommend their food tour for a unique experience!

Great day touring Sydney with Helen Our tasting tour of Sydney was a highlight of our trip to Australia. Helen made the day a memorable one with her choice of locations and her extensive knowledge of the city. When we visit Sydney again, we will definitely book another tour with Helen.

Great tour It was a nice tour. The tour guide is easy to understand and able to control the timing quite well. I wish the back of the seats of the tour bus is lower so it would made it easier for the people sitting at the back to enjoy the view.. Overall, the tour itself was great and I would recommend it to anyone who only have half a day to tour Sydney and without their own vehicle.

Terrific Sydney Tour The "Story of Sydney" was one of the best things we did in Sydney. The small group size and terrific tour guide made this a great value.

Terrific Tour Our tour guide made the half day interesting and informative. The small group size was very comfortable. Good price for the value received. Could not have been better!

We only had a couple of days in Sydney so we used google to search for foodie tours that showed off food that was uniquely Sydney. After doing a little research we chose Ultimately Sydney. Since there weren’t any small group tours available during our stay, we booked a private tour and are extremely glad we did. Helen took the time to ask us about our expectations and preferences. Over the course of several email exchanges she tailored an experience that was exactly what we asked for. We can’t say enough good things about Helen. During the tour she ran into a significant traffic snarl. She was able to pivot and offer us a slight change in our schedule that would keep us from sitting in traffic for over an hour. We greatfully accepted the change.

One of the best ways to see the city The Story of Sidney Tour by Ultimate Sydney was an amazing way to learn the history of Sydney and see some amazing sights. Helen was the best tour guide and took us from the Rocks to the harbor to Bondi Beach the tour was well worth the time. Helen took the time to explain how the city was founded and built up, taking us to some of the key area that spurned growth and made Sydney into what is is today. I reccomend this tour for anyone looking for a good overview of the history of Sydney and want some really great photos and memories.

Getting to Know Sydney My husband and I were very pleased with our tour of Sydney. Helen and Jeff were well informed and passionate about Sydney and its history. We learned a lot and saw many of the areas we were learning about.

Excellent tour to get to know Sydney Helen, our guide, was very friendly and accomodating. She beautifully told us the story of Sydney. She is knowledgeable on the history of Australia and is up to date on current events. The tour takes you around the essential spots of Sydney. We got to see the city, the beaches and the suburbs. Great to book at the start of your trip. Will definitely recommend this to family and friends.

A great way to learn the rich history of Sydney! One of the best city tours out there in Sydney! I am glad I booked a city tour with Ultimately Sydney because she did an amazing job of storytelling, telling us with great depth the history of Sydney and how it came to be as it is today. From the Aboriginals, to Captain cook first arriving on the shores of Sydney to Macquarie and his great contributions to the development of Sydney, she made every view of Sydney memorable with her rich knowledge of history. I could imagine very well each part of history unraveling at every stop we made and she was a gem for suggesting all the best places to eat and the best local markets. I highly recommend this tour!

Story of Sydney Tour We highly recommend the Story of Sydney tour. Our guide Helen was delightful and very engaging. We had a (small) group on our 3.5 hour driving and short walk tour of Sydney. Great tour with great guides!

The Taste of Sydney tour was fantastic. Our guide, Helen, was fun and knowledgeable. The tour inc lunch at Bangaroo, beer tasting and snacks at the Tram Shed, an extensive gin tasting, cake and coffee and a wine tasting. So much fun and so much food and drinks! Highly recommend!

Great way to see Sydney We ended up with a private tour with Helen. It was a great way to see the city and the highlights in a 1/2 day. Helen gave us a great tour, lots of tips and ideas of what do in our free time and lots of tips on restaurants.

Fantastic Food Tour! My 21yr old daughter and I had the pleasure of taking this tour recently and it was amazing. Our guide, Helen, picked us up from our hotel in the Rocks, picked up another guest and away we went. We visited so many different areas of Sydney and at each one Helen shared fun and interesting information. AND the food and drinks! First stop.. lunch at Lotus in Barangaroo which was delicious Chinese food. Second stop.. the tram shed sampling beers and another platter of snacks. Third stop.. an incredibly fun gin tasting. Fourth stop coffee and the famous watermelon cake. Finishing the day with a tasting of 6 different NSW wines. So much fun, so much food. Highly recommend this tour. Did

Very nice way to learn about the city during a short visit. We enjoyed this tour of Sydney. It allowed us to see points of interest and learn about the cities history during a very short 3 day visit.

Great vibes, good hosts and sweet venues. Scary jar is the highlight of the tour.

Great tour! The whole tour was well thought of. It was great to see so many places in Sydney and the stories behind each one of them. Would definitely recommend this to everyone to have a better appreciation of Sydney!

A wonderful way to be introduced to Sydney Helen is a wonderful guide. We were on a small group tour for the Story of Sydney. Helen provided a wealth of information/history in a very relaxed & enjoyable atmosphere. We covered a lot of territory on the tour. A wonderful way to be introduced to the city when you don’t have a tremendous amount of time. Don’t miss this tour.