Oxford Street Tours
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Home to some of Sydney’s best shopping, Oxford Street is an edgy thoroughfare that runs east from Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD) toward Bondi Junction. Lined with trendy shops and boutiques, it has become a central hub of Sydney’s late-night club scene, as well as the unofficial center of Sydney’s LGBT community.
The Basics
To learn about Oxford Street’s fascinating history, join a guided walking tour that explores this infamous Sydney thoroughfare, or simply spend a few hours strolling the street and colorful street-side markets. Tours focused on LGBT history and heritage typically spend time on Oxford Street, as do many more general sightseeing tours.
Things to Know Before You Go
Oxford Street is a must-visit for a glimpse into contemporary Sydney culture.
Many of the bars, boutiques, and shops are clustered around Darlinghurst, to the east of Hyde Park.
Due to the number of bars, the area can be troublesome at night: Exercise caution as you would in any big city.
How to Get There
If you’re traveling by train, you can get off at Museum Station, just off the northern end of Oxford Street and a 30-minute walk to Paddington Markets. Otherwise, buses 333, 380, and 378 all go to Oxford Street from the city center.
When to Get There
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
At the beginning of March each year, the Darlinghurst stretch of Oxford Street is closed to traffic and the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras joyfully takes over. It’s a spectacle of colorful floats and vivaciously dressed revelers that you should see if you get the chance.
The Basics
To learn about Oxford Street’s fascinating history, join a guided walking tour that explores this infamous Sydney thoroughfare, or simply spend a few hours strolling the street and colorful street-side markets. Tours focused on LGBT history and heritage typically spend time on Oxford Street, as do many more general sightseeing tours.
Things to Know Before You Go
Oxford Street is a must-visit for a glimpse into contemporary Sydney culture.
Many of the bars, boutiques, and shops are clustered around Darlinghurst, to the east of Hyde Park.
Due to the number of bars, the area can be troublesome at night: Exercise caution as you would in any big city.
How to Get There
If you’re traveling by train, you can get off at Museum Station, just off the northern end of Oxford Street and a 30-minute walk to Paddington Markets. Otherwise, buses 333, 380, and 378 all go to Oxford Street from the city center.
When to Get There
Oxford Street has something to appeal to visitors any time, whether it’s shopping during the day, meeting friends for dinner, or hitting the bars and clubs in the evening. In Paddington, the area known as the Intersection comes alive Saturday mornings with the weekly Paddington arts and crafts market, where you can browse goods made by up-and-coming designers.
At the beginning of March each year, the Darlinghurst stretch of Oxford Street is closed to traffic and the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras joyfully takes over. It’s a spectacle of colorful floats and vivaciously dressed revelers that you should see if you get the chance.
Address: Oxford Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
4 Tours and Activities to Experience Oxford Street
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Small Group Essential Sydney Tour Including Lunch
Explore Sydney on a 5-hour tour that includes a comprehensive city tour, lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia in Rushcutters Bay, and a visit to Bondi Beach. In Sydney, see highlights including the historic Rocks district, Royal Botanical Gardens, Parliament House, Hyde Park Barracks, St Mary’s Cathedral, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. You'll also drive through Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross, Oxford Street and the suburbs of Paddington, Double Bay, Rose Bay, Vaucluse and Watsons Bay, enjoying informative commentary along the way.
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$173.95
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$173.95
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Drink and Discover Secret Bar Walking Tour
Get together with a guide and small group of fellow nightlife lovers to explore the Sydney CBD or Darlinghurst/Surry Hills on a cocktail tour. With a provided drink and food at the first bar, you'll kick off the night of exploring some nightlife hot spots that most tourists never find. Listen to your guide's commentary on Sydney's nightlife scene as you travel and leave the bar-hopping night with a map of recommendations for where to continue the party.
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$39.86
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$39.86
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Private Sydney City and Bondi Beach Half Day Tour
Benefit from the efficiency and flexibility of traveling with your own private guide on a half-day sightseeing tour of Sydney. See key places such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, the Rocks district, Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Bondi Beach, Oxford Street, Darling Harbour, and more. You can even take a walk on the headlands of The Gap. Hotel pickup and drop-off is provided.
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$109.70
Price varies by group size
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$109.70
Price varies by group size
Private Essential Sydney Tour Including Lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
Skip the crowds on this private tour of Sydney's highlights. In the company of just your party and a guide, see landmarks including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then enjoy lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia over looking Rushcutters Bay.
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$400.35
Price varies by group size
From
$400.35
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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