Australia · FOOD TOURS IN SYDNEY
Good food tours in Sydney sell out well ahead and the pick of them go first. Here are 6 to lock in early, what each includes, and where they part company.
Meet in Surry Hills at 2:30 pm for a three to three-and-a-half-hour tour of Sydney breweries. Your guide, possibly Matt or Tom, chooses the day’s stops based on who is brewing. Expect behind-the-scenes visits, generous beer tastings, local brewing stories, and air-conditioned minivan transport.
“Loved it, was a birthday present for my hubby. I personally don't like beer, but enjoyed the vibe and ciders”
Spend 3.5 hours eating your way through Surry Hills on an adults-only Secret Food Tours walk. Expect oysters, Greek honey biscuits, stuffed zucchini flowers, local drinks, a meat tasting, and a secret dish. Guides such as Karina, Eric, and John add neighborhood stories, humor, and practical help.
“Had an unforgettable time on the Secret Food Tour in Sydney! Our cheerful and down-to-earth guide Karina, was the perfect host, even though it was her birthday! We explored a variety of fantastic spots and indulged in a great mix of food and drinks. Highlights included Pacific oysters and beef tartlets at The Winery, Melamakarona honey biscuits at Christopher’s Cake Shop, and the delicious stuffed zucchini flowers with beetroot & truffle sauce at Yulli’s. At Ardi’s, we enjoyed tasty burgers with fresh and cooked cut meats. Bourke Street Bakery served up an incredible Michelin-recommended ginger brûlée tart, and we ended the tour at The Trinity, the oldest pub in the…”
Walk from Paddy’s Markets through Dixon Street and Darling Square with guides such as Justin, Bunny, Bruce, or Eddie. You’ll taste four to five Chinese regional snacks, hear how Chinese Australians shaped Sydney, receive shared photos and a restaurant guide, and finish back at the meeting point. Dietary needs can be accommodated.
“Nice gentle walk pace, great food and knowledgeable host Justin. Tried new food at 5 different vendors and learnt some new information about my home town Sydney.”
Spend three hours exploring Newtown with guides such as Andrew, Dan, Melinda, Nina, or Justin. See street art around King Street, sample four multicultural snacks, and finish at Young Henrys with a shared craft beer tasting paddle, photos, and a local restaurant map.
“The tour was a good mix of tasting delicious food and learning some history through the street art. Our tour guide Nina was friendly and very knowledgeable about the art and area.”
Spend 3.5 hours walking Surry Hills with a local guide such as Eric or Karina, stopping for eight tastings at family-run food businesses, a butcher, a Greek bakery and a classic pub. Try Sydney Rock oysters, local wine, zucchini flowers, ginger beer and a secret dish. The tour is for adults aged 18 and over.
“Eric was an outstanding guide. Food was amazing and no shortage of it. Unique food bits prepared great. All stops were interesting and attractive. Pace was perfect too. Highly recommend!”
Spend 150 minutes walking Sydney Chinatown with an English-speaking guide such as Justin, Bunny, or Eddie. Try four or five regional Chinese street foods, see the red gates and Friendship Garden, learn about Chinese-Australian history, and take home a Chinatown restaurant bingo card with ordering tips.
“Our tour guide Justin was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed the food choices.”
Pick a reef, a cellar door or a coast road.
