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At Local Sauce Tours, we take pride in our exceptional guides, chosen for their deep knowledge, passion for food, nightlife, history and/or street art, and engaging storytelling.Â

What We Look For
Our guides are experts in the local scene and natural-born storytellers who bring stories to life while having fun connecting our diverse groups of guests.
They help visitors experience the true essence of modern Australia, which is why they are regularly mentioned in our reviews. Sound like something you’d be up for?
What We Offer
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Get to work as a tour guide – the best job in the world!
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Bonuses for review mentions and tips from guests (in cash and digitally)
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Professional guide development training and on-the-job learning from experienced
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Consistent work throughout the year, with advanced yet flexible scheduling of your availability
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Market-leading pay – we’re focused on recruiting (and retaining) the best tour guides
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Work for an award-winning tour company and be part of a fun and fabulous team, with regular staff outings and invitations to industry events
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We’re currently looking for passionate guides to join our teams in both Sydney and Brisbane.
We’ve received over 2500 five-star reviews
All Reviews 5.0
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Google 4.9
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TripAdvisor 5.0
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Airbnb 5.0
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GetYourGuide 5.0
- Katherine Duncan20/08/2025Michael was an excellent guide on a wonderful tour! I felt incredibly informed about the history of Sydney. Michael spoke generously and answered all our questions, whether or not they related to the tour. He had an extra challenge with a rainy day, but he kept us as dry and warm as possible.read moreread less
- J. M.19/08/2025We did the Chinatown walking food tour with Justin. We booked directly with the company as it was a better deal than booking through a 3rd party website. We really enjoyed the tour – we tried several snacks in Chinatown from restaurants we would not have found on our own. The food was wonderful, and Justin was informative and entertaining as he shared the history of Chinatown. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour! I wish we had done the tour earlier in our trip so we had more time to explore Justin’s list of recommended reatarants. Highly recommend!read moreread lessVivien Reed17/08/2025Loved the Newtown street art and food tour today. Amazing selection of street murals and food stops. Guide Dan was fantastic. He shared his passion for history and made the tour great fun. The group was made up of Sydney locals and international visitors- and we all had a fabulous time.read moreread less
- Mitch M17/08/2025Went on the Surry Hills bar tour just as a local to discover new places. Tour was very well run and the host was friendly and engaging. Always a table booked in each bar so you had somewhere to sit and experience the drinks and atmosphere comfortably. Met some interesting people on the tour too. Highly recommended.read moreread lessKirk Metz16/08/2025I did both the china town your and secret pubs tour. Justin was a great guide and very conscientious. A guest got hurt prior to joining the group and Justin was able to track him down and ensure he got the help needed. Really enjoyed the tequila bar with the green chaser.read moreread less
- Sally10/08/2025I am always looking to try different experiences and as an Airbnb employee I am lucky to have the opportunity to do this regularly. This tour was fantastic, I will most certainly be going back to some of the establishments we visited. Justin is clearly very well respected and knows so much about Chinatown – it was great to hear the stories and history as well as trying the delicious food!read moreread lessGeorgia10/08/2025I am a Sydney local and I love exploring China Town. However, this tour was a great way to get deeper into both the cuisine and the history of the area. I found and tasted things I would not of otherwise come across and learnt a great deal about Chinese Australian History. Very much enjoyed the tour and the tastings.read moreread less
- Kevin10/08/2025I’m an Airbnb Contractor and I had a fantastic time on the Chinatown – Street Food & Stories experience in Sydney. Although I’m a local and I’ve visited Chinatown many times before, I was really surprised how much I learned about the district’s history and the legacy of Chinese migrants in Australia, especially during the gold rush era and their contribution during wartime. Our host, Justin, was a wonderful storyteller—he struck the perfect balance between sharing fascinating stories and leading us to some truly delicious food tastings. The soup dumplings from Nanjing were a standout I think this experience offers a fresh and insightful perspective on this part of Sydney. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to discover more about the area’s culture, food and history.read moreread lessGetYourGuide traveler07/08/2025Saskia was an absolutely outstanding guide! She expertly led our small group through Brisbane’s fascinating historic sites while also having a keen eye for the city’s impressive artwork. Her knowledge was comprehensive and her enthusiasm infectious. What really set her apart was going the extra mile at the end of our tour – she provided us with excellent additional recommendations for places to visit during our stay. This tour exceeded all my expectations and covered everything I could have imagined wanting to see in Brisbane. Saskia’s expertise and genuine passion for the city made this an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!read moreread lessLinda07/08/2025Steve was a great tour guide ! He had excellent knowledge about anything we could throw at him and made an effort to keep the mood light and entertaining. A good few dad jokes have been written in the notes. Thanks for a million for an enriching and enjoyable experience. We would highly recommend him as a tour guide and this tour to introduce yourself into the world of Sydney !read moreread less
- Pinki07/08/2025Excellent walking tour of Sydney. Our host Steve was extremely knowledgeable and had a good sense of humour. We got some great insights into the history of Sydney while walking around the streets and alleys. Would definitely recommend for tourists, it will definitely be worth your time in this beautiful city!read moreread less
- Pinki Srivastava03/08/2025We did two walking tours with them and simply loved it both the times!
Both Steve and Dan were very knowledgeable and fun guides. Good to know about Sydney/Australian history, food and street art in a casual manner just walking around the city and its alleys!
Would highly recommend for tourists.read moreread less
- Katherine Duncan20/08/2025Michael was an excellent guide on a wonderful tour! I felt incredibly informed about the history of Sydney. Michael spoke generously and answered all our questions, whether or not they related to the tour. He had an extra challenge with a rainy day, but he kept us as dry and warm as possible.read moreread less
- J. M.19/08/2025We did the Chinatown walking food tour with Justin. We booked directly with the company as it was a better deal than booking through a 3rd party website. We really enjoyed the tour – we tried several snacks in Chinatown from restaurants we would not have found on our own. The food was wonderful, and Justin was informative and entertaining as he shared the history of Chinatown. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour! I wish we had done the tour earlier in our trip so we had more time to explore Justin’s list of recommended reatarants. Highly recommend!read moreread lessVivien Reed17/08/2025Loved the Newtown street art and food tour today. Amazing selection of street murals and food stops. Guide Dan was fantastic. He shared his passion for history and made the tour great fun. The group was made up of Sydney locals and international visitors- and we all had a fabulous time.read moreread less
- Mitch M17/08/2025Went on the Surry Hills bar tour just as a local to discover new places. Tour was very well run and the host was friendly and engaging. Always a table booked in each bar so you had somewhere to sit and experience the drinks and atmosphere comfortably. Met some interesting people on the tour too. Highly recommended.read moreread lessKirk Metz16/08/2025I did both the china town your and secret pubs tour. Justin was a great guide and very conscientious. A guest got hurt prior to joining the group and Justin was able to track him down and ensure he got the help needed. Really enjoyed the tequila bar with the green chaser.read moreread lessPinki Srivastava03/08/2025We did two walking tours with them and simply loved it both the times!
Both Steve and Dan were very knowledgeable and fun guides. Good to know about Sydney/Australian history, food and street art in a casual manner just walking around the city and its alleys!
Would highly recommend for tourists.read moreread less - JJ Joseph26/07/2025Had a great experience with our tour guide Daniel for the Newtown street arts & bars walking tour held on a Saturday evening, He was passionate and very knowledgeable of the history and stories behind all the bars and street art we explored throughout the area.
Highly recommended 🙂
Cheers
Joelread moreread lessSam Lopez-Vito23/07/2025My family and I did the Sydney Walking Tour with our tour guide Michael, who shared his vast knowledge on Australia’s history. He took us to the different key points around Sydney’s CBD and gave us a general feel of what it’s like to go around the city. We ended the tour at Squire’s Landing with a glass of beer which was delightful! Michael even gave us a list of other places and restaurants to visit while we were in the city! 😄read moreread less
- hopingfortravel30/07/2025A wonderful tour. It was a small group of about ten including my teenage grandchildren, and couples from interstate and New Zealand. The stories were lively and well-told, the food was wonderful with terrific background stories for each food stop. Justin was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and great at answering questions. The Chinatown food tour was a great holiday excursion for the granny and the teenagers, and we look forward to doing other Local Sauce tours in Sydney next holidays!!read moreread less
- Excursion73172329/07/2025We really enjoyed the tour Sydney – Justin showed us lots interesting landmarks that we might otherwise have missed & told us lots of quirky stories about the history. It was great to have a coffee break half way through & a drink & chat at the end of the tour. We would highly recommend the tour.read moreread lessMrs_C_G_10029/07/2025We had an incredible experience with Local Source Tours! Our guide, Dan, was absolutely fantastic—passionate, energetic, and incredibly knowledgeable about Sydney’s rich history. What really stood out was how he brought the city to life through engaging stories that made the history easy to follow and fascinating to learn.
You could tell he truly loves what he does, and that enthusiasm made the tour even more enjoyable. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this tour is a great way to see a different side of the city.
Highly recommend—don’t miss it!read moreread less - Judy K29/07/2025We had a great time!
We learned so much about the history of Chinese immigration in Sydney, and other parts of Australia.
We also discovered the impact and influence of other Asian immigrants on food!
The food we tasted was from a variety of areas and was really good.
Our hostess, Bunny, was amazing and kept is entertained throughout the tour.
Thoroughly recommend this tour.read moreread less - William D24/07/2025An excellent tour and introduction to Sydney with Steve. I recommend it on people’s first day as an orientation guide. Steve was extremely personable and witty. He connected with all of us and kept us engaged throughout. July is a great time of year with excellent weather (sunny but not too hot). The drink at the end is a nice touch, with views of the Opera House.read moreread lessPaul D22/07/2025If you’re looking for a walking tour of Sydney, then this is the tour to do. Our guide, Daniel, was engaging, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable with lots of stories behind the history and development of the city. A couple of stops along the way for coffee and refreshments made the 4-hour tour very enjoyable, easy, and fun. Highly Recommended.read moreread lessClimber28215922/07/2025Fantastic tour, highly recommend this if you are in Sydney. Our guide Dan was amazing, really knowledgeable and entertaining. Only 5 in our group so easy for us all to chat and ask questions. I always like to do walking tours in cities and this was one of the best.read moreread less
- Angela H20/07/2025Great tour. Our guide knew so much about the area and history of the artists. I learned so much. It was a small group so it felt really intimate and probably got some hidden extras. The food spots were well chosen and delicious. I would recommend to tourists and locals.read moreread lessJoep V16/07/2025I really enjoyed the tour. Great storytelling about the history of China Town in Sydney and also about the little restaurants we visited. Our guide Justin was friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining. And the food we ate along the way was great. But that is also where the one disappointment comes from: we had only four little bites during the whole tour. I expected a bit more, given the price we paid 😞read moreread less
- Deb v15/07/2025We had a great (private) tour with Justin. They don’t schedule as many tours during the winter but he wasnl kind enough to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend this tour.
Justin is a great storyteller who is very knowledgeable about Chinese food and is very passionate about helping to preserve the small Chinese businesses. We tried new things and enjoyed the food as well as the tour!read moreread less
- Sally10/08/2025I am always looking to try different experiences and as an Airbnb employee I am lucky to have the opportunity to do this regularly. This tour was fantastic, I will most certainly be going back to some of the establishments we visited. Justin is clearly very well respected and knows so much about Chinatown – it was great to hear the stories and history as well as trying the delicious food!read moreread less
- Georgia10/08/2025I am a Sydney local and I love exploring China Town. However, this tour was a great way to get deeper into both the cuisine and the history of the area. I found and tasted things I would not of otherwise come across and learnt a great deal about Chinese Australian History. Very much enjoyed the tour and the tastings.read moreread lessKevin10/08/2025I’m an Airbnb Contractor and I had a fantastic time on the Chinatown – Street Food & Stories experience in Sydney. Although I’m a local and I’ve visited Chinatown many times before, I was really surprised how much I learned about the district’s history and the legacy of Chinese migrants in Australia, especially during the gold rush era and their contribution during wartime. Our host, Justin, was a wonderful storyteller—he struck the perfect balance between sharing fascinating stories and leading us to some truly delicious food tastings. The soup dumplings from Nanjing were a standout I think this experience offers a fresh and insightful perspective on this part of Sydney. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to discover more about the area’s culture, food and history.read moreread lessLinda07/08/2025Steve was a great tour guide ! He had excellent knowledge about anything we could throw at him and made an effort to keep the mood light and entertaining. A good few dad jokes have been written in the notes. Thanks for a million for an enriching and enjoyable experience. We would highly recommend him as a tour guide and this tour to introduce yourself into the world of Sydney !read moreread less
- Pinki07/08/2025Excellent walking tour of Sydney. Our host Steve was extremely knowledgeable and had a good sense of humour. We got some great insights into the history of Sydney while walking around the streets and alleys. Would definitely recommend for tourists, it will definitely be worth your time in this beautiful city!read moreread less
- GetYourGuide traveler07/08/2025Saskia was an absolutely outstanding guide! She expertly led our small group through Brisbane’s fascinating historic sites while also having a keen eye for the city’s impressive artwork. Her knowledge was comprehensive and her enthusiasm infectious. What really set her apart was going the extra mile at the end of our tour – she provided us with excellent additional recommendations for places to visit during our stay. This tour exceeded all my expectations and covered everything I could have imagined wanting to see in Brisbane. Saskia’s expertise and genuine passion for the city made this an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!read moreread less
- Alena09/07/2025You would never guess this typical looking australian – long blond hair young surfer dude in wide jeans – has a degree in colonial history, deep knowledge, respect & passion for his country that is very contagious & makes it a fantastic tour! And if you like sports – he can talk for hours on that topic too 🙂 Thank you, Dan!read moreread lessPamela29/06/2025We had the joy of having the day tour as well as night tour. It was spaced out brilliant and had hours of the day before the night tour I highly recommend doing both and seeing a different place each time. We were thinking we may be going over things we done during the day but absolutely not! We were lucky to have Dan again and he had even more new stories and interesting facts about a few places we walked passed and it was such a different tour with amazing choices of bars. Again Dan giving so much information about the locals and depth of the bars speciality it was so great. No doubt in our minds we wouldn’t have reached half of the places in 2 days in what we achieved at both tours. Another good way to meeting new people also it had great energy. Truly big up to Dan from myself and my husband he truly made our day and night tours so fun and left us wanting more stories! Only good can come from the booking, worth it!read moreread less
- Pamela29/06/2025It was fantastic we were a small group which was amazing!! True reason of it being so great and fulfilled was because of our guide Dan. Dan was a joy to listen to he was so full of enthusiasm and genuine intent of chatting about the history of Sydney and you could really be involved in his stories around the city. He was the perfect energy for learning from him. His attentiveness while we were asking questions and no language barrier at all he was patient and courtesous. Took the good and silly questions, answered them all and he was a delight to share the day with. So much for respect for Dan. The tour itself was great, great layout to see the city. We only had 2 full days and we booked this seeing SO MUCH it absolutely had us fulfilled in seeing the city short or long time. Dan was so helpful as we went around the city on what we may find interesting in the areas and food and drinks places after we asked for what suited us. So helpful. Tour is a great way to see and learn!read moreread lessGetYourGuide traveler27/06/2025What I liked most about the tour was Steve. He was prompt, knowledgeable (even when asked obscure questions), clever (seriously, a bottomless pit of ‘dad jokes’ about tour topics, psychology, History, maths, or just whatever conversation popped up), engaging, and entertaining. His suggestions for food, additional sources for information, etc were spot on. His impressions are top notch, sense of humor delightful, insight into regional/national/international Aussie views are historically based and hilarious (everyone are rivals and also get along). I highly recommend Local Sauce in general (we took a tour with Justin as well in Chinatown), but especially if you want the nitty gritty regarding all things Sydney because Steve will not disappoint!read moreread lessPreedashini24/06/2025My tour was very good. Nicole was enthusiastic, friendly and engaging, immediately putting everyone at ease. She was knowledgeable about the areas we walked through and offered other activities we could participate in those areas , like the city markets which only locals would know. She was not rigid about time but allowed us to make the odd purchase and introduced us to Noosa chocolate by buying us a treat. The walk was unhurried and finished at a lovely bar overlooking the river. I would highly recommend the tour.read moreread less
- Jenny13/05/2025Such a great night. Small group, big fun. We were only two guests plus our guide, but he really made an effort and created a fantastic experience. I had the best time ever. Delicious drinks, super cool locations, and a fun mix of street art and local history along the way. What’s not to love? Highly recommend if you’re looking for a unique and memorable night out in Sydney.read moreread less