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Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour
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Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour

By Local Sauce Tours
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Ages 18-90, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3–4 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • 1 alcoholic drink included (beer or wine only)
  • Share food (eg fries) at first bar
  • Expect to spend at least $50 AUD extra per person on drinks
  • Map with our personal recommendations of best bars in Sydney
  • Group photos
What's not included
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    The Long Goodbye, 1/83 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
    Saturday night: We meet at "The Long Goodbye", 83 Stanley Street, Darlinghurst. When you get there, come upstairs and if you can't see the group, just ask the bartenders! Your host will be wearing a grey t-shirt with the "Local Sauce Tours" logo on it.
  • Option 2
    Queen Victoria Building, 455 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
    Tuesday night: We meet outside the southern end of the Queen Victoria Building (QVB). There are 2 statues, one of Queen Victoria and one of a talking dog. Your host will be between those 2 statues and wearing a grey t-shirt with the "Local Sauce Tours" logo on it.
  • Option 3
    Customs House, 31 Alfred St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
    Thurday night: We meet outside Customs House building, basically on the steps, near the small access ramp. Your host will be there at least 10 minutes early, and will be wearing a grey t-shirt with the "Local Sauce Tours" logo on it.
End:
  • Option 1
    Cantina OK!, Council Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
    Tuesday night: We finish at a bar near Wynyard and Town Hall train stations.
  • Option 2
    Hickson House Distilling Co., 6 Hickson Rd, The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia
    Thursday night: We finish at a bar near Circular Quay train station.
  • Option 3
    Tio's Cerveceria, 4/14 Foster St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
    Saturday night: We finish at a bar in Surry Hills, near Central and Museum train stations.

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 161916P2

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travellers can participate
  • Meeting points vary depending on the day, please double-check what day you have booked for (or contact the operator)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 161916P2

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  • Local Sauce Tours
    592
    Australia
    Joined in June 2019
  • 674pavelk
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun and invormative
    Informative, fun, three hours feel like three minutes. The guide is phenomenal, knows his stuff and more, so you can be sure all your questions will be answered. And did I mention the tour is super fun?
    Written 13 January 2025
  • Sightseer435716
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful afternoon
    Fantastic tour ,Steve was upbeat ,knowledgeable,personable and had a great sense humor .Iwould recommend this tour to any and all my friends .All in all a great experience not to be missed if you visit Sydney.
    Written 13 January 2025
  • slebbo
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Deeper Sydney Experience
    Michael was a very knowledgeable guide who peppered our walk with anecdotes from history, culture, art, and Australian pride. It definitely helped to round out our Sydney appreciation having the background and interpretation that Michael provided.
    Written 13 January 2025
  • mikehK8768QP
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting and Fun Walking Tour.
    My son and I did the Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour on Friday morning, January 3rd. Our guide was called Steve, of Lisdoonvarna stock! Steve was very knowledgeable as well as witty, and very passionate about his home city. It was a nice touch to get all the members of the group to introduce themselves when we met at the Customs House. What followed then was a very interesting few hours as Steve took us to many interesting places and chatted about many of the characters responsible for developing Sydney into the city that it is today. A drink at The Squires Landing at Circular Quay was enjoyed by all at the end.
    Written 12 January 2025
  • JessAndTaylor
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Private Sydney Walking Tour
    My husband and I booked a private Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour with Local Sauce Tours, led by Justin, and it was fantastic! Justin is an exceptional guide and storyteller, mixing history, culture, and local knowledge into an enjoyable experience. The tour was well-paced, intimate, and filled with insights we’d never find in a guidebook. He also gave us plenty of recommendations for food, shopping, and local gems to explore afterward. We ended the tour at Rocks Brewing Co, where Justin treated us to a round of drinks while we enjoyed views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. If you're looking for a tour that goes beyond the usual tourist spots and offers a deeper dive into Sydney’s history and culture, this one is a must!
    Written 10 January 2025
  • stephaniehM8823DY
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Steve was great!
    Steve was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable! I did this tour solo and enjoyed it immensely. Would highly recommend.
    Written 10 January 2025
  • vladpK2916YA
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth it!
    Great guide and lots of fun facts, as well as nice food and drink stops, we as Sydbey locals didn't know about! Recommending this tour
    Written 9 January 2025
  • Leigh B
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent historic Sydney walking tour
    Steve was our walking tour guide. He was so enthusiastic of Sydney and his country and knowledgeable of its history. The tour took us to some special sites and then some you wouldn’t expect. He made it fun and gave us great insight on the history and many things we could on our own while we were here in Sydney. Sorry Justin, we kept him a little over the tour time length but we were having too much fun. We will definitely recommend this to anyone visiting the city and it is a must do even if you have been to Sydney before. Thanks Steve. Will do this again!
    Written 8 January 2025
  • 769emmyn
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfect tour
    Such a good tour and a great way to see the city, meet some people and learn about the history of Sydney and Australia! Bring a snack to keep up your energy!
    Written 8 January 2025
  • Climber58685432368
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Treating the group to pint following the tour - pure joy.
    Awesome walkabout. Steve was professional, knowledgeable, funny, and well worth the tour. We learned a lot and at a comfortable pace.
    Written 8 January 2025
  • Marknbellair
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Sydney Introduction
    Excellent introduction to city. Covered much ground in 4 hours. Steve was informative and entertaining. Highly recommend.
    Written 6 January 2025
  • push2020
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent tour and tour guide, Daniel
    It was informational. The tour guide Daniel was friendly, very knowledgeable, patient in explaining the details, and was able to answer any questions. He ensured the tourists were safe while walking from one destination to another.
    Written 4 January 2025
  • Wanderer2300000
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour!
    Our guide, Daniel was amazing. He was informative and charming. It was nice to learn the history while seeing the sites. Great tour, I definitely recommend it.
    Written 2 January 2025
  • Claretslancslass
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you want to find out the history of Sydney and go behind the scenes this is for you
    Fantastic tour with Michael who was a very passionate guide and very informative. Would thoroughly recommend you take this tour when in Sydney. Just be aware it covers quite a distance and you are on your feet a long time - not an issue for us, we could have listened to Michael all day, but worth noting
    Written 30 December 2024
  • Goldenluvs
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour but…
    Had an amazing tour. Yes, it’s long, but so worth it and hated to see it end. Steve was a great guide and obviously knew his stuff (or else faked it pretty good!🤭). And especially thank you for always trying to keep us out of the shade! Only negative I have to say, is not directed at Steve but at the boss/company that employs him. Get a device to amplify! Between the traffic, street noise and my deaf ears you really need to invest in a head piece. I’ve read this comment from several other reviews…please buy something to help us enjoy your fabulous tour and not miss any of the interesting stories!
    Written 30 December 2024
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Globetrottergirls
London, UK441 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
For a solo traveler it can be daunting to check out the nightlife of a city - which is why I decided to join this bar crawl. And I am so glad I did! I wouldn't have felt comfortable visiting most of these bars by myself, plus it is more fun to hit up some bars with a group. Not only did I get a great introduction to Sydney's bar scene (Justin sent us more bar recommendations after the tour, so that you can continue bar hopping the next day..) but I also met some fellow solo travelers who were fun and who I ended up meeting up with again after the tour. The bars were well chosen - a great variety ranging from speakeasy to craft beer bar, and the drink specials that Justin negotiated with the bars were an added bonus. Justin is a fun host who makes sure to engage everyone in the group and who knows his city. I'll sign up for one of his other tours when I return to Sydney. Thanks for the awesome evening!
Written 12 February 2020
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Thanks Globetrottergirls for the lovely and informative review! Was great to show you around Sydney's bar scene, and so happy to hear that you were able to hang out with some fellow solo travellers after the tour. Catch you when you're back in Sydney! Cheers, Justin
Written 13 February 2020
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Patrick S
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
Showed us to all these amazing hidden bars around the CBD area. You can tell he loves doing this and even if you come alone he makes you feel welcomed and keeps everyone in the conversation. Would advise everyone to do this you don't want to miss out on this amazing night.
Written 14 January 2020
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Thanks Patrick! Was great to show you around on the CBD hidden bar route - love having solo travellers join and make new friends over the course of the evening. Catch you again soon mate! Cheers, Justin
Written 15 January 2020
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rruiz79
Sydney, Australia54 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2023 • Solo
I went on the Drink & Discover Secret Bar Crawl in Sydney’s vibrant CBD. With a small group of four and an enthusiastic tour guide leading the way, we embarked on an adventure to explore the city’s best-kept secret bars, each offering its own specialty recommended drinks. As a local, this is a fun way to discover your backyard and meet new people. You can go solo (which I did) or with a group of friends.

So what do you get?
• 3 – 4 hour guided activity
• Reservations at 3 – 4 small hidden bars
• 1 alcoholic drink and share snacks (eg fries) at the first bar
• At the next few bars, you pay your own drink and support the local bars
• Group photos
• Map with recommendations after your tour

It was fun, and I found new bars I've not been to before.
They also have other types of tours which I'll definitely check out.
Written 12 July 2023
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Federica G
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Friends
We spend such a great evening with Eddie and our group visiting some hidden bars we wouldn‘t find.
Thanks for an amazing night and some unknown facts about Sydney. We highly recommend this tour to anyone who likes to explore new things and meet new people.
Written 9 February 2020
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Thanks Federica for the great review - will pass it on to Eddie. Glad you could make it along and enjoy the rest of your time in Australia. Cheers, Justin
Written 13 February 2020
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Ruth T
London, UK22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Friends
This was the second of Local Sauce’s tours my friend and I attended, after enjoying the Hidden Sydney tour too. Justin is a very skilled guide, interspersing a pleasant and friendly walk with stories and facts you’d never have found out off your own back, and guiding everyone to hidden spots and sights. Highly recommended.
Written 8 April 2023
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Thanks for joining us again, Ruth! It was great to have you on the tour and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Looking forward to seeing you on another Local Sauce tour soon. Cheers, Justin
Written 12 April 2023
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nextjen2000
Washington DC, DC7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
I really enjoyed this tour of secret bars in Sydney's York, Clarence and Kent (YCK) street neighborhood. I was traveling solo, and this tour allowed me to meet fun people (mostly Americans on my tour -- including some who were familiar from my home state), and get to know the city. Our guide, Justin, was really knowledgeable about the city's bar scene and gave us a good run-down of the history of each establishment. He also had good tips for the rest of our stay in Sydney and followed up with other bar suggestions. Would recommend!
Written 5 March 2023
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Dante G
Perth, Australia237 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2022
The tour I did was on a Thursday night and coincided with Vivid, the main reason I was in Sydney. Justin was a great host and chose three very different bars (one in the CBD & two in The Rocks) that I wouldn't have even known about if it wasn't for this tour. My favourite was Hickson House for its beautiful interior and very unique gin infused pavlova. There were only about a dozen of us with only two of us from out of Sydney. Being such a small group and the tour lasting several hours there was ample opportunity to chat to everyone and allowed the evening to be unrushed. Being able to see the Vivid lights between the bars was a bonus. This was my favourite evening during my stay in Sydney and I would definitely do another of this company's tours.
Written 7 June 2022
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Thanks for the informative review Dante! Was great to have you along on our Vivid lights secret bar crawl as one of the few non-local guests. I'm glad you enjoyed all the bars and especially Hickson House, that pavlova is worth the trip alone! Catch you next time you're in Sydney. Cheers, Justin
Written 27 June 2022
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Sean D
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
I booked this tour during my trip to Sydney World Pride / Mardi Gras. I ended up booking the Rocks Bar Tour experience. This tour experience exceeded my expectations. As a solo traveler, I wanted to experience Sydney's bar scene without feeling weird going to bar on my own. As a queer person, I had concerns that the tour may have had a very pub crawl (i.e. masc heterosexual) vibe, but I couldn't be more wrong. The tour had a mix of different people who were all very inclusive. I ended up rotating between everyone during the night and made new friends/connection at the end of the night (which I wasn't expecting).

As to the venues...SUPERB!!!! We went to a range of venues (4 in total) from a dive bar to exclusive cocktail bar which offered a range of different drinks to try. However despite the variation in venues all served high caliber drinks. The tour went for about 4.5 hours which was ample time to spend at each venue.

Justin our tour guide was super knowledge; both in his historic knowledge about the area but also each venue we attended. He is very personable and made the effort to speak to everyone during the night.

Could not recommend this tour more and hope to try the other tours on offer when I go travelling to Sydney again!
Written 1 March 2023
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Thanks for your fantastic review, Sean! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time on the bar crawl and enjoyed the mix of venues and drinks on offer. We're also glad that you found the tour inclusive and made new friends along the way - this is something we really pride ourselves on, creating a fun and safe environment for all of our guests, especially solo ones. Hope you had a fabulous Mardi Gras and we look forward to hosting you when you're next in town. Cheers, Justin
Written 2 March 2023
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Nomad17030040916
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Solo
Fantastic evening hosted by the wonderful Kieran. The bars we visited were all brilliant and unique (mostly focused on spirits but each with a good selection of beers), and after the event we were treated to a map of the places we visited, plus a few extras. These were all hidden gems you’d struggle to find without insider knowledge. As a newbie to the city, travelling solo, it was a brilliant way to meet people of a wide span of ages, nationalities, and experiences. As well as Kieran’s natural humour (endemic to all Australians, it seems), he gave us a flavour of the history of the neighbourhoods with a few quick and highly engaging stories. Brilliant - highly recommend.
Written 8 October 2023
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Aaron B
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • Solo
Justin was extremely friendly and accommodating, took us to some really cool bars that you would otherwise miss. Along the way he also slipped in some great local knowledge on the history of the area. Not just an average bar crawl, couldn’t recommend more for anyone wanting to see some sights, learn something new or even just have a nice drink at really unique bars! 10/10
Written 27 October 2022
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Thanks Aaron for the 5-star review, was fun having you along. You're right, we don't run any average bar crawls, only the best! Catch you on another tour in the future. Cheers, Justin
Written 7 December 2022
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