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Newtown And Enmore: Sydney’s Hip Neighbourhoods

About this experience

Free-spirited, bohemian, hipster or shabby chic - whatever you want to call them, Newtown and Enmore are Sydney’s most eclectic neighbourhoods. Locals ride by on bikes they built themselves, you never really know what you’re going to find in the multitude of thrift stores that have set up shop here and Aussie cafe culture reigns. These neighbourhoods like life on the alternative side of things, and the locals have turned their quarter into enclaves of artistic counter culture where you could just as easily stumble upon an avant-garde movie screening as enjoy a picnic in the park, sip locally brewed craft beer on a rooftop as rub shoulders with boho fashionistas in the boutiques along King Street. Left leaning with more vintage shops, galleries, small venues, theatres and parks than you could ever wish for, you’ll never be short of things to do on a jaunt into Newtown and Enmore.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

What is included

  • 100% Private and personalised experience
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • 4 hours with a Local host
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Nowhere is more Newtown than King Street, where boho boutiques, arthouse cinemas, organic coffee shops and petite galleries sit side by side eclectic thrift stores, vinyl shops and antique storerooms. Having staked a claim on the Australian and international arts scene, pop into galleries and browse markets selling pieces by local artists, and look out for provocative street art that’s sprung up on abandoned warehouses and public walls.

Enmore road is filled with everything that makes this neighborhood hip and happening.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Upon booking your meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • City Unscripted

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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