Australia · GUIDED

The 15 Guided Tours in Australia Worth a Whole Day

52 tours  ·  from $14 a head

The 15 guided tours we would put on a shortlist, with what each costs a head, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is at the top for a reason; start there.

Sydney: Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket - Beneath the Sails: The First Look Inside
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Sydney: Opera House Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour - Starting at the Welcome Centre
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Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

From Cairns: Self-Guided Kuranda Trip with Train and Skyrail - Morning pickup and the ride to the railway station
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From Cairns: Self-Guided Kuranda Trip with Train and Skyrail

3.Self-Guided Kuranda Trip with Train and Skyrail

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,392 reviews · 7 hours · from $127

Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, explore Kuranda village, and glide over Barron Gorge on the Skyrail from Cairns.

“Train trip was very informative and wonderful views along the way. Kuranda was amazing place to visit and the skyrail back down was the perfect way to end the trip”

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Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour - Airlie Adventure: the best first ride
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Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

4.Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,348 reviews · from $92Top rated

Review of the Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour from Airlie Beach, including routes, wildlife, safety, costs, guides, and practical booking tips.

“What an amazing experience! The guides Phoebe and Josh really made us feel comfortable and safe out on the water. When the water is nice and smooth you can really pick up some speed which is super fun. When it's a bit choppy it can get quite rough no matter what speed you're going, so definitely better on a less choppy day. Other than that though, we had a great time and would definitely recommend it!”

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Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch - Morning tea with oysters, bread and cheese
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Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

5.Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,989 reviews · from $190

Taste oysters, cheese, chocolate and more on a full-day Bruny Island tour from Hobart, with a lighthouse climb, local lunch and ferry tickets included.

“Absolutely stunning views, great cuisine and overall lovely experience. David did a fantastic job guiding us with funny jokes and useful information about surroundings. Would do again, highly recommended.”

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Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide - Melbourne pickup and the early run to Torquay
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Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide

6.Great Ocean Road Tour w/ Deluxe Minibus & Top-Rated Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,644 reviews · 13 hours - 1 day · from $105

Review of Go West Tours’ Great Ocean Road day trip, with the Twelve Apostles, rainforest, koalas, small-group transport, and practical tips.

“Aleks is a wonderful guide. Her explanations were clear and engaging, weaving history and culture into vivid stories that made every stop meaningful. She carried herself with true professionalism, anticipating our needs and ensuring we felt comfortable and cared for throughout the journey.”

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Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour - Starting at 28 Harrington Street
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Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

7.Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,546 reviews · from $32

Explore Sydney’s oldest quarter on a 90-minute Rocks walking tour with local stories, convict history, secret laneways, and harbour views.

“A fantastic way to understand the beginning of the colony. A very enjoyable tour. Judy was our guide, she was amazing!”

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Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart - Climbing to the Neck lookout
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Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

8.Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,331 reviews · from $129

Review of the 10-hour Bruny Island tour from Hobart, with ferry tickets, hotel pickup, rainforest walks, food stops, and practical booking tips.

“We had such an amazing day at Bruny Island. Our tour guide, Mark N, was so knowledgeable about the area and he made the whole day so much fun. We saw the white wallaby, tasted great honey, yummy chocolate and saw such stunning views. I would recommend it to anyone.”

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Melbourne: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Guided Tour - Starting at Gate 3 and meeting an MCC member
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Melbourne: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Guided Tour

9.Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,004 reviews · 1h 15m · from $26

Tour the MCG’s Long Room, changing rooms, media centre, and playing arena with an MCC member guide in 75 minutes.

“Great venue to relive the excitement and the passion this remarkable stadium creates. It was an amazing behind-the-scenes tour. Went there to see how the legend Imran Khan masterminded Pakistan’s only World Cup final win. Pleased to see an appropriate balance and celebration of non-Australian cricketers who did well on the ground . It’s a shame Imran’s own country doesn’t celebrate him.”

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Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge - Following the upper arch toward the summit
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Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge

10.Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 817 reviews · 3 hours · from $257

Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge in a small group for sweeping city views, expert stories, wet-weather gear, and a memorable three-hour experience.

“It was fantastic - I cannot fault it in any way - our guide Kyle was brilliant- very knowledgeable and hilarious - made you relax and enjoy the whole experience - would I do it again? In a heartbeat! The views were amazing You get complimentary hat and group photo but you can also buy photos which are well worth buying them all !!”

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From Hobart: Full-Day Bruny Island Tour with Guide - A morning of forests, beaches, and walking tracks
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From Hobart: Full-Day Bruny Island Tour with Guide

12.Full-Day Bruny Island Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 755 reviews · 10 hours · from $127

Explore Bruny Island from Hobart with nature walks, beaches, wildlife, local food, ferry transfers, and a friendly guide.

“Pascal was a great guide. Great energy, very professional, knows a lot and had great disposition. Also always gav very clear instructions. I know everyone in the tour loved it.”

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From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip - Torquay morning tea and the first ocean views
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From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip

13.Great Ocean Road Full-Day Guided Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 652 reviews · 14 hours · from $98

Review of Bunyip Tours’ 14-hour Great Ocean Road trip from Melbourne, with koalas, rainforest, the 12 Apostles, meals, timing, and value.

“I had the pleasure of experiencing the Great Ocean Road Tour with Mark K. as my guide. He's not only super informative but also incredibly helpful and caring. I highly recommend the tour to anyone exploring the region. Thanks, Mark K. for an amazing experience!”

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Melbourne: MCG and Australian Sports Museum Guided Tour - Starting at Gate 3
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Melbourne: MCG and Australian Sports Museum Guided Tour

14.MCG and Australian Sports Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 638 reviews · 2h 30m · from $33

Tour Melbourne’s iconic MCG, enter the Long Room and changing rooms, then explore the interactive Australian Sports Museum.

“It was amazing experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and took us all over the place. Would definitely recommend this tour to our friends 🙌”

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Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks - Starting at Brooke Street Pier in Hobart
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Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks

15.Maria Island Cruise and Guided Walk Day Tour with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 617 reviews · from $211

Review of Hobart’s Maria Island cruise with wildlife, Darlington history, guided walks, lunch, drinks, and practical tips for booking.

“An amazing experience. Wonderful scenery,and wildlife.The boat ride was exhilarating,with great up close views of the fantastic coastline,windy rides between quiet bays,dolphins,seals,albatross,sea eagle.The crew were attentive and informative,food good,and the walk around the island was beautiful.”

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