Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour
Overview
Drink and discover on Sydney's top-rated nightlife experience - now with 5 different routes!
Perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, non-drinkers, locals, visitors - anyone who wants a fun & unique night out.
Over 3.5 hours, your host will take you to 3 or 4 different bars including very well-hidden ones and some of Sydney’s top-rated bars. We include the first drink (beer or wine) and then leave it up to you to choose how you want to enjoy the night. There’s no pressure to drink, so if you prefer not to, we promise you’ll still have fun!
As we explore, you’ll hear a few fun stories, covering crime, local legends & other “pub trivia” worthy tidbits.
TUES: City Centre - North ("YCK Laneways" - York, Clarence and Kent streets)
WED: Newtown & Enmore Rd
THURS: The Rocks & Circular Quay
FRI: City Centre - South (Town Hall, Chinatown & Thaitown areas)
SAT: Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
After the tour, you'll get a map with all the bars visited, plus some extra spots to check out.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages 1 alcoholic drink included (beer or wine only)
- Group photos
- Expect to spend at least $50 AUD extra per person on drinks
- Map with our personal recommendations of best bars in Sydney
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Oxford Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Queen Victoria Building (QVB)
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sydney Opera House (pass by)
Sydney Harbour Bridge (pass by)
Chinatown
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-161916P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- Alcoholic beverages. 1 alcoholic drink included (beer or wine only).
- Group photos.
- Expect to spend at least $50 AUD extra per person on drinks.
- Map with our personal recommendations of best bars in Sydney.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sydney’s Secret Bars Nightlife Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages1 alcoholic drink included (beer or wine only)
- Group photos
- Expect to spend at least $50 AUD extra per person on drinks
- Map with our personal recommendations of best bars in Sydney
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 travelers
