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SURRY HILLS, CBD & THE ROCKS
Drink & Discover Secret Bar Crawl
Discover hidden bars on Sydney’s best bar tour, with 3 different routes. Meet people, hear stories, have fun and enjoy great drinks!
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CBD & THE ROCKS
Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour
What is the story of Sydney? Find out on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions.
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Newtown Chewtown – Food & Street Art
Eat your way through Newtown and check out some of Sydney’s best street art! A range of multicultural foods and a craft beer included.
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Drink your way around Newtown or Redfern & discover street art!
Just in time for summer, we’ve launched our newest tour, Small Bars & Street Art! Explore either Newtown or Redfern on a Wednesday or Friday ‘sunset’ tour.
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- Henry Erdman07/12/2023 – GoogleGreat bar crawl! Casual and fun. Jack was our guide and he was great
Vitalie D07/12/2023 – GoogleExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined… read moreExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined well history with modern events and introduced us to native businesses. Highly recommend! read lessTerri Gardner07/12/2023 – GoogleI enjoyed the Ultimate Sydney Tour which Justin led today. Justin has knowledge of the history of Sydney and… read moreI enjoyed the Ultimate Sydney Tour which Justin led today. Justin has knowledge of the history of Sydney and other local information that was fantastic. I highly recommend this tour to anyone, wanting to understand more about Sydney than just the Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge! read less - Rónán Ó Grálaigh07/12/2023 – GoogleReally amazing tour! The street art and food were great ways to learn about Newtown and the area. Didn’t feel… read moreReally amazing tour! The street art and food were great ways to learn about Newtown and the area. Didn’t feel too touristy, and we were shown some really cool places along the way for food and drink. Our tour was interrupted by really heavy rain, but Justin was able to improvise and we still had an amazing time in Newtown. Couldn’t recommend more. Will definitely do another tour of theirs if I’m back in Sydney! read less
Vitalie07/12/2023 – AirbnbExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined… read moreExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined well history with modern events and introduced us to native businesses. Highly recommend! read less
Carli van Zijl07/12/2023 – GoogleReally cool tour and bar hopping was fun! The bars were really nice and vibey, good way to meet new… read moreReally cool tour and bar hopping was fun! The bars were really nice and vibey, good way to meet new people. Thanks to our epic guide Kierran he was really good, definitely recommend. 🙌🏽 read less 
Rebekah05/12/2023 – AirbnbSuper fun way to see some underground bars and meet new friends from all over the world! I am not… read moreSuper fun way to see some underground bars and meet new friends from all over the world! I am not a big drinker but I still had a great time. read less
Karine04/12/2023 – AirbnbVery good tour guided visit, i arrived late (jetlag) but managed to join the group easely and feel immediately well…. read moreVery good tour guided visit, i arrived late (jetlag) but managed to join the group easely and feel immediately well. Knowledgeable and service oriented guide. Will definitively organise other visits during my stay in Sydney read less
Catherine03/12/2023 – AirbnbI liked that they included discussion about the art we encountered and some history, especially about the Chinese in Australia…. read moreI liked that they included discussion about the art we encountered and some history, especially about the Chinese in Australia. They were careful to make everyone feel included. They picked the best food! read less
Carlotta03/12/2023 – AirbnbNice tour, and very nice and friendly hosts. A good way to learn about Chinatown and spot good restaurants for… read moreNice tour, and very nice and friendly hosts. A good way to learn about Chinatown and spot good restaurants for future visits. read less
Xing Xian02/12/2023 – AirbnbFriendly and knowledgeable guide – gave me a good overview. Recommend as the first thing to do for people who… read moreFriendly and knowledgeable guide – gave me a good overview. Recommend as the first thing to do for people who jsut arrive at Sydney read less
Carol02/12/2023 – AirbnbWasn’t sure what to expect but the walking tour was wonderful. History to present about 3 areas of Sydney… read moreWasn’t sure what to expect but the walking tour was wonderful. History to present about 3 areas of Sydney at the early beginning plus tastes of local food and drink. GREAT time plus walking is good exercise. Carol read less- Ian Pennington01/12/2023 – GoogleWe had an excellent tour with Local Sauce Tours in Newtown; Nina provided a fun and informative run-down on a… read moreWe had an excellent tour with Local Sauce Tours in Newtown; Nina provided a fun and informative run-down on a large selection of grafiti and we were treated to some tasty food and drinks. Thanks. read less
Ralf & Gunter29/11/2023 – AirbnbTop! Auf keinen Fall verpassen. Justin ist nicht nur unterhaltsam und abwechslungsreich, sonder gat ein super Hintergrundwissen, vor allem in… read moreTop! Auf keinen Fall verpassen. Justin ist nicht nur unterhaltsam und abwechslungsreich, sonder gat ein super Hintergrundwissen, vor allem in Geschichte und Bauwerken, und dies gewürzt mit Anekdoten vorgetragen. Er beherrscht auch die Kunst, einen Überblick zu geben und trotzdem Dir Spannung zu erhalten. Und die sehr unterschiedlichen Highlights sowohl erzählerisch zu verbinden als auch durch geschickte Abkürzungen und Passagen vor Ort. Auch zwischendurch hatte er auf fast jede Frage eine Antwort. Schon fast liebevoll setzt er sich für die australischen Ureinwohner und führt an versteckte Orte, wo man Aborigines Spezialitäten verkosten kann up d gleichzeitig noch etwas für die Community tut. Die Bierrunde am Schluss ist auch für Nichtbiertrinker wie mich ein Highlight, man fühlt sich schon fast wie ein Sydneysider, der mit Freunden unterwegs ist. Obwohl Justin gar keiner ist, sondern aus Brisbane stammt. Aber manchmal haben Menschen von außen, besonders nach 10 Jahren, den besten Blick auf ihre Stadt. Schreibt ein Driver und Sightseeing Guide aus Berlin, der auch nicht dort geboren wurde. read less
Kim28/11/2023 – Airbnb외국인 친구들을 사귀고 싶다면 참여해보세요 다양한 나라의 여행자들과 만날 수 있어요 중간중간 시드니에 대한 소개도있고 덕분에 즐거운 추억이되었어요 - Christopher Sneed27/11/2023 – GoogleHIGHLY recommend this tour. Michael was awesome and we saw many parts of the city we never would have because… read moreHIGHLY recommend this tour. Michael was awesome and we saw many parts of the city we never would have because of him. read less
Ilya25/11/2023 – AirbnbBooked this tour three times in one week. There are three different routes, and every single time it was a… read moreBooked this tour three times in one week. There are three different routes, and every single time it was a blast! The Saturday was especially crowded and super fun, we ended up partying with the group till dawn long after the official part was finished. This bar crawl is easily among the best ones I’ve been to, and I’ve tried a lot of similar experiences across the globe. read less
Angie25/11/2023 – AirbnbI definitely recommend doing this experience! We got to meet new people from all over the world and visit bars… read moreI definitely recommend doing this experience! We got to meet new people from all over the world and visit bars we would have never came across otherwise. Justin is a great host and even gives a little history of the area. We had a great time! read less 
Gokhan25/11/2023 – AirbnbJustin was a very entertaining host, and I learned a lot about the history of how these bars/pubs came… read moreJustin was a very entertaining host, and I learned a lot about the history of how these bars/pubs came to be. Loved the whiskey bar choice.
FYI, depending on the day of the week, Justin will take you to a different bar locations, I’ve taken the Saturday tour. there was a person in our team that took all of the days and said it’s worth checking it out a few times on different days. you also get a different crowd.
for those on the sidelines bar crawls are a good way to get out of your bubble meet new people, drinks are really social lubricants but I’m going to point out I had some memorable good whiskey on this trip. cheers! read less
Kent25/11/2023 – AirbnbExcellent tour to see a bunch of neat places in Sydney, and hear a lot of interesting stories about its… read moreExcellent tour to see a bunch of neat places in Sydney, and hear a lot of interesting stories about its history. Justin is very friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. Highly recommended! read less
Darren23/11/2023 – AirbnbJustin is an excellent host! He has a wealth of knowledge about the locations we visited and told some very… read moreJustin is an excellent host! He has a wealth of knowledge about the locations we visited and told some very interesting historical stories. The locations we stopped at were top notch and very intriguing. read less- Ginny Danguilan-Misa23/11/2023 – GoogleThis Secret Bar Crawl is a great way to get to know Sydney, meet new people, and discover Australian beer…. read moreThis Secret Bar Crawl is a great way to get to know Sydney, meet new people, and discover Australian beer. Little Creature pale ale is a must try! It’s a relaxed and enjoyable walking tour that highlights some unique bars located not far from each other, with bits of street art and history along the way. It was fun learning some Aussie slang from our cool guide, Kieran. My favorite stop was the Marble Bar because of its old-world charm and interesting past. I would join a similar tour in a different part of the city next time. Thanks for the experience! read less
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23/11/2023 – TripAdvisorUltimate Sydney Walking Tour Exceeded expectations! This was a wonderful walking tour overview, covering history, architecture, art and food. Highly recommend this tour!
Shiro22/11/2023 – AirbnbDuring my tour in Sydney, I gained a clear understanding of its rich history, thanks to the abundant knowledge shared… read moreDuring my tour in Sydney, I gained a clear understanding of its rich history, thanks to the abundant knowledge shared by the guide. read less 
Martha22/11/2023 – AirbnbMichael was extremely informative and kind. He was wonderful to talked to and made sure to include everyone on the trip.GetYourGuide traveler21/11/2023 – GetYourGuideMost interesting part of the tour was how it shed light to the nook and cranny of the city that… read moreMost interesting part of the tour was how it shed light to the nook and cranny of the city that hidden messages and stories about its past. Guide was well versed on the topic read less
Ilya21/11/2023 – AirbnbI really enjoyed the bar crawl, so much so that I booked it again the same week. The tour… read moreI really enjoyed the bar crawl, so much so that I booked it again the same week. The tour is well organized, good choice of venues, friendly and fun crowd. read less
Vidya20/11/2023 – AirbnbJohn took us around in a cozy group of ~10, having asked for inputs upfront on topics of interest from… read moreJohn took us around in a cozy group of ~10, having asked for inputs upfront on topics of interest from the group. We had been in the CBD for a couple of days prior, but never saw the several sidelanes, tiny architecture, great eateries that John pointed out to us – and all with better perspective, history included. Thanks John for a wonderful tour of the city! read less
Sarah19/11/2023 – AirbnbThis was a great way to get a taste of Chinatown and learn the fascinating history of the Chinese in… read moreThis was a great way to get a taste of Chinatown and learn the fascinating history of the Chinese in Australia. We took our kids age 9 and 12 on the tour and they loved it, too! Great food sampling choices! read less
Courtney18/11/2023 – AirbnbJustin was a fantastic host. He took us to several places we wouldn’t have ever known about otherwise. A great… read moreJustin was a fantastic host. He took us to several places we wouldn’t have ever known about otherwise. A great way for a newbie to explore Sydney! Thanks Justin! read less
- Henry Erdman07/12/2023 – GoogleGreat bar crawl! Casual and fun. Jack was our guide and he was greatVitalie D07/12/2023 – GoogleExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined well history with modern events and introduced us to native… read moreExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined well history with modern events and introduced us to native businesses. Highly recommend! read lessTerri Gardner07/12/2023 – GoogleI enjoyed the Ultimate Sydney Tour which Justin led today. Justin has knowledge of the history of Sydney and other local information that was fantastic. I highly recommend this… read moreI enjoyed the Ultimate Sydney Tour which Justin led today. Justin has knowledge of the history of Sydney and other local information that was fantastic. I highly recommend this tour to anyone, wanting to understand more about Sydney than just the Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge! read less
- Rónán Ó Grálaigh07/12/2023 – GoogleReally amazing tour! The street art and food were great ways to learn about Newtown and the area. Didn’t feel too touristy, and we were shown some really cool places… read moreReally amazing tour! The street art and food were great ways to learn about Newtown and the area. Didn’t feel too touristy, and we were shown some really cool places along the way for food and drink. Our tour was interrupted by really heavy rain, but Justin was able to improvise and we still had an amazing time in Newtown. Couldn’t recommend more. Will definitely do another tour of theirs if I’m back in Sydney! read lessCarli van Zijl07/12/2023 – GoogleReally cool tour and bar hopping was fun! The bars were really nice and vibey, good way to meet new people. Thanks to our epic guide Kierran he was really… read moreReally cool tour and bar hopping was fun! The bars were really nice and vibey, good way to meet new people. Thanks to our epic guide Kierran he was really good, definitely recommend. 🙌🏽 read lessIan Pennington01/12/2023 – GoogleWe had an excellent tour with Local Sauce Tours in Newtown; Nina provided a fun and informative run-down on a large selection of grafiti and we were treated to some… read moreWe had an excellent tour with Local Sauce Tours in Newtown; Nina provided a fun and informative run-down on a large selection of grafiti and we were treated to some tasty food and drinks. Thanks. read less
- Christopher Sneed27/11/2023 – GoogleHIGHLY recommend this tour. Michael was awesome and we saw many parts of the city we never would have because of him.Ginny Danguilan-Misa23/11/2023 – GoogleThis Secret Bar Crawl is a great way to get to know Sydney, meet new people, and discover Australian beer. Little Creature pale ale is a must try! It’s a… read moreThis Secret Bar Crawl is a great way to get to know Sydney, meet new people, and discover Australian beer. Little Creature pale ale is a must try! It’s a relaxed and enjoyable walking tour that highlights some unique bars located not far from each other, with bits of street art and history along the way. It was fun learning some Aussie slang from our cool guide, Kieran. My favorite stop was the Marble Bar because of its old-world charm and interesting past. I would join a similar tour in a different part of the city next time. Thanks for the experience! read lessMichael Yang11/11/2023 – GoogleHad the best time with Justin and our group for a Bar Crawl Tour with Local Sauce Tours! I’d recommend this for anyone visiting Sydney or even locals that want… read moreHad the best time with Justin and our group for a Bar Crawl Tour with Local Sauce Tours! I’d recommend this for anyone visiting Sydney or even locals that want to make friends or wanna learn more about their city! read less
- Tom Lally05/11/2023 – GoogleVery relaxed and informative tour of Sydney. Enough history to provide valuable context without burying you in dates and details. Also provided a good sense of “today’s” Sydney and highlighted… read moreVery relaxed and informative tour of Sydney. Enough history to provide valuable context without burying you in dates and details. Also provided a good sense of “today’s” Sydney and highlighted some great places to revisit afterwards. Andrew was a terrific guide and engaged with everyone in the group, encouraging a sense of being “together” without being pushy or gimmicky. read lessAdrian Jones03/11/2023 – GoogleThis tour is awesome and Justin our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and food savvy. He presented a great insight into Chinese settlement and culture in Australian including historical attitudes… read moreThis tour is awesome and Justin our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and food savvy. He presented a great insight into Chinese settlement and culture in Australian including historical attitudes toward immigration. Justin also knows the best places to eat including four of his favourite places to eat. The food was very satisfying and a great way to spend w hours. It’s a fast track way learn of the best place to eat which also includes Japanese and Korean cuisine and more. Thanks very much for a great tour Justin. Kind Regards Adrian Hobart Tasmania read lessSarah Gazia28/10/2023 – GoogleGreat tour with Kieran around Surry Hills and Darlinghurst on a busy Saturday night. Diverse places we never would have stumbled upon ourselves and a great intro to the area.
- Bonnie Mackinnon28/10/2023 – GoogleI enjoyed my walking tour of China Town in Sydney. Justin’s use of photos to connect real people to the places was really great. Hope to do a few other… read moreI enjoyed my walking tour of China Town in Sydney. Justin’s use of photos to connect real people to the places was really great. Hope to do a few other LocalSauce tours in different suburbs. read lessJess Baitieri20/10/2023 – GoogleWe did a private food tour for our team and even though we were all Sydney-based, we all found something new & different to try. Highly recommended. Justin was also… read moreWe did a private food tour for our team and even though we were all Sydney-based, we all found something new & different to try. Highly recommended. Justin was also really easy to deal with and adapted the tour for our needs read lessReah Ronsayro20/10/2023 – GoogleWe enjoyed our Sydney Walking Tour with Justin. Booked a private tour because I am with 2-70 year old parents, Justin designed it in a way that is very relaxed… read moreWe enjoyed our Sydney Walking Tour with Justin. Booked a private tour because I am with 2-70 year old parents, Justin designed it in a way that is very relaxed and easy. We finished the 3 hour walk without feeling tired. Justin came very prepared, he was very knowledgeable of Sydney and its history. He also supports and introduces us to the local (Aborigines) and their business. read less
Sarah H20/10/2023 – GoogleDo this tour Fabulous tour. Covered history, public art, and all the main attractions. Plus, Justin was fun, knowledgeable and the type of person I’d hang out with back home.
Troy C20/10/2023 – GoogleOne of the first things you want to do when visiting Sydney My recent guided walking tour in Sydney was an absolute gem, delivering a perfect blend of entertainment and education. From the moment I met our enthusiastic guide, Andrew, his passion… read moreMy recent guided walking tour in Sydney was an absolute gem, delivering a perfect blend of entertainment and education. From the moment I met our enthusiastic guide, Andrew, his passion for Sydney’s history and culture shone through, making the tour engaging and informative. The tour provides a great overview of Sydney. We explored iconic landmarks like the Sydney Customs House, Museum of Sydney, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Hyde Park, QVB, the Strand Arcade, and the historic Rocks district with insightful commentary that added depth to each location. The tour ended at Campbells Cove with a fantastic lookout for the stunning Sydney Opera House and the majestic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Andrew also shared valuable local recommendations, enhancing the overall experience. If you want a fantastic overview of Sydney while having fun, this guided walking tour is a must-do, leaving you with a deeper connection to this enchanting city and a smile on your face. read less
Chrizzy W19/10/2023 – GoogleBook it! This is a great tour to get comfortable in navigating Sydney. Thoroughly interesting background and delicious food choices. Great to understand the history to fully appreciate the influence of Chinatown… read moreThis is a great tour to get comfortable in navigating Sydney. Thoroughly interesting background and delicious food choices. Great to understand the history to fully appreciate the influence of Chinatown on Sydney. read less
- Ruchi J23/11/2023 – TripAdvisorExceeded expectations! This was a wonderful walking tour overview, covering history, architecture, art and food. Highly recommend this tour!
Connie F16/11/2023 – TripAdvisorThanks Justin, for showing me these shops which offer yummy food to their customers and maintained the great tradition of generous Italian hospitality from the… read moreThanks Justin, for showing me these shops which offer yummy food to their customers and maintained the great tradition of generous Italian hospitality from the different regions of Italy. We tasted food which reflect their family traditions and recipes from Rome, Napoli and Sicily. Our tummy was very full that by the end, we rolled along Great Northern Rd of Fivedock. read less
christinewX4275WZ16/11/2023 – TripAdvisorHad a fabulous time with two friends visiting from the U.S. seeing the amazing street art around Newtown and sampling delicious food from some of… read moreHad a fabulous time with two friends visiting from the U.S. seeing the amazing street art around Newtown and sampling delicious food from some of the local eateries. Nina was so friendly and made our group of international strangers feel like friends by the time we finished up at Young Henrys Brewery. Nina shared her detailed knowledge of the history of the area and her interesting stories about the art and artists. A delightful afternoon! read less 
Maddy and Sascha16/11/2023 – TripAdvisorAbsolutely fantastic tour with Andrew, who took us into the ins and outs of Aussie food culture! We loved the facts that the tour took… read moreAbsolutely fantastic tour with Andrew, who took us into the ins and outs of Aussie food culture! We loved the facts that the tour took place in 3 extraordinary quarters of Sydney which had a lot of historical and culinary experiences waiting for us. Walking distances are more than fine and you regularly stop for an interesting fact or delicious Aussie food. Guess we will drink our coffees from now on only through a TimTam 🙂 read less
maddyandsascha16/11/2023 – TripAdvisorAbsolutely fantastic tour with Andrew, who took us into the ins and outs of Aussie food culture! We loved the facts that the tour took… read moreAbsolutely fantastic tour with Andrew, who took us into the ins and outs of Aussie food culture! We loved the facts that the tour took place in 3 extraordinary quarters of Sydney which had a lot of historical and culinary experiences waiting for us. Walking distances are more than fine and you regularly stop for an interesting fact or delicious Aussie food. Guess we will drink our coffees from now on only through a TimTam 🙂 read less
roxanne375312/11/2023 – TripAdvisorThis was a wonderful way to learn a little history of the Chinese in Australia, taste some wonderful food (especially the soup dumplings), see a… read moreThis was a wonderful way to learn a little history of the Chinese in Australia, taste some wonderful food (especially the soup dumplings), see a fascinating neighborhood and meet some very interesting people. I highly recommend this tour. Justin and Bunny were knowledgeable and fun. read less- Dream81798511/11/2023 – TripAdvisorJustin organises the tour well and is talented in connecting people. The shops owners are friendly and welcoming. It is a tour suitable for locals… read moreJustin organises the tour well and is talented in connecting people. The shops owners are friendly and welcoming. It is a tour suitable for locals and overseas visitors. read less
Tom L11/11/2023 – TripAdvisorVery relaxed and informative tour of Sydney. Enough history to provide valuable context without burying you in dates and details. Also provided a good sense… read moreVery relaxed and informative tour of Sydney. Enough history to provide valuable context without burying you in dates and details. Also provided a good sense of “today’s” Sydney and highlighted some great places to revisit afterwards. Andrew was a terrific guide and engaged with everyone in the group, encouraging a sense of being “together” without being pushy or gimmicky. read less
Mackenzie S11/11/2023 – TripAdvisorExcellent Tour! We had a very knowledgeable and engaging guide who did a wonderful job explaining the history, culture, public art, and general places of… read moreExcellent Tour! We had a very knowledgeable and engaging guide who did a wonderful job explaining the history, culture, public art, and general places of interest in Sydney! Our guide was able and willing to answer a wide range of questions about Australia and went the extra mile to ensure every one could make the most out of their trip to Sydney! read less - Love your L10/11/2023 – TripAdvisorDo not, I repeat DO NOT HESITATE to book your tour with Justin. It can be a task to entertain 13 people but Justin was… read moreDo not, I repeat DO NOT HESITATE to book your tour with Justin. It can be a task to entertain 13 people but Justin was pleasant, informative, entertaining and fun! He captivated our hearts from hello and introduced us to the peaks and pits of the CBD district that makes Australia unique and keeps the heart of the city alive. We highly recommend Local Sauce Tours when visiting the land “down under.” read lessMaree M09/11/2023 – TripAdvisorAnother amazing tour by Justine. Never imagined Five Dock had such a wonderful food history. The owners were passionate about their food and… read moreAnother amazing tour by Justine. Never imagined Five Dock had such a wonderful food history. The owners were passionate about their food and history. Would highly recommend this tour. Keep up the good work. Maree read lessFreedom74038908/11/2023 – TripAdvisorThe tour was really great. We were a small group. The food was very tasty and varied. Vegetarians were taken into consideration. It was very… read moreThe tour was really great. We were a small group. The food was very tasty and varied. Vegetarians were taken into consideration. It was very interesting to hear about the history of Chinatown. At the end, we received a food bingo with lots of recommendations for restaurants in Chinatown. read less
- 369JillB06/11/2023 – TripAdvisorThanks Justin for a great Chinatown walking tour. We tasted a variety of Chinese food which was all delicious. We are Aussies and… read moreThanks Justin for a great Chinatown walking tour. We tasted a variety of Chinese food which was all delicious. We are Aussies and learnt a lot about our early and not so early history. Also Justin has provided us with list of other recommendations of where to go in Chinatown on our return. A must when in Sydney Good on you Local Source Tours!!!! We’ll do another of your tours when back in Sydney for sure!!!
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Tanya M06/11/2023 – TripAdvisorWas a great evening to take some time out of our busy work week. All of the locations were great but the gin bar… read moreWas a great evening to take some time out of our busy work week. All of the locations were great but the gin bar at the end was definitely my favourite. Will definitely be going back there for the sampling tray and to enjoy the atmosphere.
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frankvogt06/11/2023 – TripAdvisorWonderful tour through Sydney, full of details about the city, its history and buildings. Justin took all the time needed to show us the known… read moreWonderful tour through Sydney, full of details about the city, its history and buildings. Justin took all the time needed to show us the known and secret treasures, filled with information and humor read less 
Jim K05/11/2023 – TripAdvisorWe have followed Justin on four tours in and around Sydney all to do with food and drink and street art and history. He is… read moreWe have followed Justin on four tours in and around Sydney all to do with food and drink and street art and history. He is always well-researched on the food and the places he takes us to – whether hidden drinking spots or China Town eateries, Newtown’s various delights, etc. But in August we joined his new tour requested by Fivedock to renew interest following severe disruptions to its business street due to a new rail station being constructed. This is part of Sydney’s inner west noted for its Italian food – from a butchery the owner of which is the 13th generation of the family to take up this skill – and what an amazing person and business. There was a delicatessen, a cafeteria (coffees, hot chocolates), a pasticceria – and a gelateria, too. Every business traced its foundations back into Italy (including the gelato of Sicilian provenance. Authentic, in other words. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed it all thanks to Justin and his thorough preparation and general bonhomie not only with those on our tour but with the businesses which we visited – and though this review is written three months later and from Salt Lake City – we remember it with much enjoyment. read less
Elizabeth H04/11/2023 – TripAdvisorWe had a great tour with Justin of Newtown and the street art! We are a family of 5 with 3 young children, so knew… read moreWe had a great tour with Justin of Newtown and the street art! We are a family of 5 with 3 young children, so knew we wouldn’t be able to do a traditional longer food tour and this one was perfect! Justin was quick to respond when I emailed to ask him about appropriateness of this tour for our kids and even gave us some other recommendations. He was accommodating with timing to as we were busy doing other stuff in the CBD. Our kids had a great time and he kept them entertained while also teaching us adults some cool facts about Newtown. And of course the ice cream was great:) read less
kevinvI9657BQ04/11/2023 – TripAdvisorThis was definitely memorable! I have been living in Sydney for years but Justin showed us around food places that we’ve never been not to… read moreThis was definitely memorable! I have been living in Sydney for years but Justin showed us around food places that we’ve never been not to mention the history of the place. Its also interesting to know that these authentic shops are 2nd or 3rd generation italians that have authentic italian cuisines and food. He gets to know them personally which adds to the experience. More than just a food trip! read less
- Vitalie07/12/2023 – AirbnbExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined well history with modern events and introduced us to native… read moreExcellent experience! Small group and individualized attention. Justin was able to customize content, sites, stops, and recommendations. He also combined well history with modern events and introduced us to native businesses. Highly recommend! read lessRebekah05/12/2023 – AirbnbSuper fun way to see some underground bars and meet new friends from all over the world! I am not a big drinker but I still had a great time.Karine04/12/2023 – AirbnbVery good tour guided visit, i arrived late (jetlag) but managed to join the group easely and feel immediately well. Knowledgeable and service oriented guide. Will definitively organise other visits… read moreVery good tour guided visit, i arrived late (jetlag) but managed to join the group easely and feel immediately well. Knowledgeable and service oriented guide. Will definitively organise other visits during my stay in Sydney read less
- Catherine03/12/2023 – AirbnbI liked that they included discussion about the art we encountered and some history, especially about the Chinese in Australia. They were careful to make everyone feel included. They… read moreI liked that they included discussion about the art we encountered and some history, especially about the Chinese in Australia. They were careful to make everyone feel included. They picked the best food! read lessCarlotta03/12/2023 – AirbnbNice tour, and very nice and friendly hosts. A good way to learn about Chinatown and spot good restaurants for future visits.Xing Xian02/12/2023 – AirbnbFriendly and knowledgeable guide – gave me a good overview. Recommend as the first thing to do for people who jsut arrive at Sydney
- Carol02/12/2023 – AirbnbWasn’t sure what to expect but the walking tour was wonderful. History to present about 3 areas of Sydney at the early beginning plus tastes of local food and… read moreWasn’t sure what to expect but the walking tour was wonderful. History to present about 3 areas of Sydney at the early beginning plus tastes of local food and drink. GREAT time plus walking is good exercise. Carol read lessRalf & Gunter29/11/2023 – AirbnbTop! Auf keinen Fall verpassen. Justin ist nicht nur unterhaltsam und abwechslungsreich, sonder gat ein super Hintergrundwissen, vor allem in Geschichte und Bauwerken, und dies gewürzt mit Anekdoten vorgetragen. Er… read moreTop! Auf keinen Fall verpassen. Justin ist nicht nur unterhaltsam und abwechslungsreich, sonder gat ein super Hintergrundwissen, vor allem in Geschichte und Bauwerken, und dies gewürzt mit Anekdoten vorgetragen. Er beherrscht auch die Kunst, einen Überblick zu geben und trotzdem Dir Spannung zu erhalten. Und die sehr unterschiedlichen Highlights sowohl erzählerisch zu verbinden als auch durch geschickte Abkürzungen und Passagen vor Ort. Auch zwischendurch hatte er auf fast jede Frage eine Antwort. Schon fast liebevoll setzt er sich für die australischen Ureinwohner und führt an versteckte Orte, wo man Aborigines Spezialitäten verkosten kann up d gleichzeitig noch etwas für die Community tut. Die Bierrunde am Schluss ist auch für Nichtbiertrinker wie mich ein Highlight, man fühlt sich schon fast wie ein Sydneysider, der mit Freunden unterwegs ist. Obwohl Justin gar keiner ist, sondern aus Brisbane stammt. Aber manchmal haben Menschen von außen, besonders nach 10 Jahren, den besten Blick auf ihre Stadt. Schreibt ein Driver und Sightseeing Guide aus Berlin, der auch nicht dort geboren wurde. read lessKim28/11/2023 – Airbnb외국인 친구들을 사귀고 싶다면 참여해보세요 다양한 나라의 여행자들과 만날 수 있어요 중간중간 시드니에 대한 소개도있고 덕분에 즐거운 추억이되었어요
- Ilya25/11/2023 – AirbnbBooked this tour three times in one week. There are three different routes, and every single time it was a blast! The Saturday was especially crowded and super fun, we… read moreBooked this tour three times in one week. There are three different routes, and every single time it was a blast! The Saturday was especially crowded and super fun, we ended up partying with the group till dawn long after the official part was finished. This bar crawl is easily among the best ones I’ve been to, and I’ve tried a lot of similar experiences across the globe. read lessAngie25/11/2023 – AirbnbI definitely recommend doing this experience! We got to meet new people from all over the world and visit bars we would have never came across otherwise. Justin is a… read moreI definitely recommend doing this experience! We got to meet new people from all over the world and visit bars we would have never came across otherwise. Justin is a great host and even gives a little history of the area. We had a great time! read lessGokhan25/11/2023 – AirbnbJustin was a very entertaining host, and I learned a lot about the history of how these bars/pubs came to be. Loved the whiskey bar choice.
FYI, depending on the… read moreJustin was a very entertaining host, and I learned a lot about the history of how these bars/pubs came to be. Loved the whiskey bar choice.
FYI, depending on the day of the week, Justin will take you to a different bar locations, I’ve taken the Saturday tour. there was a person in our team that took all of the days and said it’s worth checking it out a few times on different days. you also get a different crowd.
for those on the sidelines bar crawls are a good way to get out of your bubble meet new people, drinks are really social lubricants but I’m going to point out I had some memorable good whiskey on this trip. cheers! read less - Kent25/11/2023 – AirbnbExcellent tour to see a bunch of neat places in Sydney, and hear a lot of interesting stories about its history. Justin is very friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. Highly recommended!Darren23/11/2023 – AirbnbJustin is an excellent host! He has a wealth of knowledge about the locations we visited and told some very interesting historical stories. The locations we stopped at were top… read moreJustin is an excellent host! He has a wealth of knowledge about the locations we visited and told some very interesting historical stories. The locations we stopped at were top notch and very intriguing. read lessShiro22/11/2023 – AirbnbDuring my tour in Sydney, I gained a clear understanding of its rich history, thanks to the abundant knowledge shared by the guide.
- Martha22/11/2023 – AirbnbMichael was extremely informative and kind. He was wonderful to talked to and made sure to include everyone on the trip.Ilya21/11/2023 – AirbnbI really enjoyed the bar crawl, so much so that I booked it again the same week. The tour is well organized, good choice of venues, friendly and fun crowd.Vidya20/11/2023 – AirbnbJohn took us around in a cozy group of ~10, having asked for inputs upfront on topics of interest from the group. We had been in the CBD for a… read moreJohn took us around in a cozy group of ~10, having asked for inputs upfront on topics of interest from the group. We had been in the CBD for a couple of days prior, but never saw the several sidelanes, tiny architecture, great eateries that John pointed out to us – and all with better perspective, history included. Thanks John for a wonderful tour of the city! read less
Ben Scott05/02/2023 – FacebookAwesome experience doing the Chinatown food tour today! Both my parents couldn’t stop raving about this experience and the food they would never of eaten plus the local art work… read moreAwesome experience doing the Chinatown food tour today! Both my parents couldn’t stop raving about this experience and the food they would never of eaten plus the local art work we would have just walked past/ history of the area.
This was a great experience and could recommend this tour highly enough. As a Sydney sider I was gob smacked with how good the tour was! Definetly will be back for more tours! Thanks for the awesome hospitality Justin! read less
Jacqueline Louise Howard Braddock27/02/2022 – FacebookAbsolutely 10/10. Justin’s knowledge of Chinatown and it’s history is second to none. Recommend to all. Justin accepts parents nsw vouchers also, bonus!
Karen Hamilton29/05/2021 – FacebookReally fun night! Amazing to discover your own city and love Justin’s enthusiasm and ability to ensure everyone enjoys themselves
Mika de Sá10/03/2020 – FacebookSuch an amazing experience! I’ll recommend to everybody that is coming to Sydney! It’s amazing how Justin show a lot of hidden and amazing pubs! I really enjoyed!
Mats Glassman16/01/2020 – FacebookAn evening of cocktails, history and Sydney appreciation with great people. Justin’s enthusiasm for his hometown is contagious and sets the mood for a fun night with new cocktail loving… read moreAn evening of cocktails, history and Sydney appreciation with great people. Justin’s enthusiasm for his hometown is contagious and sets the mood for a fun night with new cocktail loving friends from across the planet. Cannot recommend enough! read less
Melis Akiz14/01/2020 – FacebookAussie You’s Secret Bar Crawl covering the Darlinghurst and Surry Hills neighborhoods was easily the highlight of my time in Sydney! Justin took us to some really unique places and… read moreAussie You’s Secret Bar Crawl covering the Darlinghurst and Surry Hills neighborhoods was easily the highlight of my time in Sydney! Justin took us to some really unique places and made sure that everyone in the group connected well that most of us chose to continue our night after the tour was completed. You should definitely try this tour and I promise you will not just have a blast but also enjoy a unique experience with a knowledgeable and caring guide that you will not forget. read less
Kate Chen14/12/2019 – FacebookJustin的bar crawl非常值得來參加！整個晚上就像是有個當地朋友帶你去只有當地人才知道的酒吧去玩,他選了風格不同且都很獨特的酒吧，是我們不會知道要去的地方。
Justin人非常友善及幽默風趣，讓你覺得很自在放鬆且有趣！
另外他中文説得也很不錯,所以不用擔心英文不夠好。很推薦參加Justin的bar crawl tour 完美體驗當地夜生活 ：）
Justin’s bar crawl is so much fun! It’s like a local friend showing you around the coolest bars while you visit his city! He picked… read moreJustin的bar crawl非常值得來參加！整個晚上就像是有個當地朋友帶你去只有當地人才知道的酒吧去玩,他選了風格不同且都很獨特的酒吧，是我們不會知道要去的地方。
Justin人非常友善及幽默風趣，讓你覺得很自在放鬆且有趣！
另外他中文説得也很不錯,所以不用擔心英文不夠好。很推薦參加Justin的bar crawl tour 完美體驗當地夜生活 ：）
Justin’s bar crawl is so much fun! It’s like a local friend showing you around the coolest bars while you visit his city! He picked the bars that you would not go by yourselves and he is very friendly and fun to hang out with! Perfect for solo travelers to meet new friends and enjoy local night vibe! Highly recommended! read less
Karin Hall13/12/2019 – FacebookSo fun. I wish had time for more.
Ben Ridding11/12/2019 – Facebook5 out of 5 stars. Joined the hidden bar tour after finding a flyer for AussieYou Tours in the hostel I was staying. Tour was great, got to see a… read more5 out of 5 stars. Joined the hidden bar tour after finding a flyer for AussieYou Tours in the hostel I was staying. Tour was great, got to see a completely different bar scene that you would just not find from google searches or normal research methods. Pretty sure that most Sydney residents would not be aware of some of the bars we went to. Justin was a fantastic host, as well as taking the group around cool bars he kept the group entertained with interesting history on Sydney and teaching us Aussie Slang. Would recommend this tour for anybody visiting Sydney and for Sydney residents who want to see a side to the city they might not have been before. read less
Sarah Ann12/04/2019 – FacebookI went on Justin’s secret city bar crawl tour in Sydney with a friend. We had such an amazing time that we had to book the secret Surry Hills bar… read moreI went on Justin’s secret city bar crawl tour in Sydney with a friend. We had such an amazing time that we had to book the secret Surry Hills bar crawl as well! Both nights were exceptional and Justin is a really good host! The bars we went to were really cool and I definitely would not of stumbled across them!! I really do recommend going on these tours if you are in Sydney, you won’t be disappointed! read less
Ethan Caine25/11/2018 – FacebookJustin is a great guide and a charismatic and friendly guy. Would definitely recommend
Jonny Kay28/03/2018 – FacebookJustin was amazing at helping me plan my travels around Australia. Friendly, honest and knowledgeable. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Ben McMullin15/11/2017 – FacebookInformative, helpful, delightful service. Would recommend to anyone!
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