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Looking for some great 40th Birthday Ideas? Well you have found the perfect place to begin your search. We have you covered, so scroll down and explore the exciting options for an unforgetable 40th birthday celebration.

You could celebrate with any of the following:

  • Adventure
  • Bars & Bites
  • Burlesque
  • Comedy
  • Dance
  • Entertainment
  • Fancy Dress
  • Limousines
  • On the Harbour
  • Photography
  • Private Dining
  • Restaurants
  • Showboats
  • Sports
  • Tea Party
  • Thrills
  • Wine Tours
  • & more





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Assiette
48 Albion St, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
East Sydney

Cuisine: Comtemporary European & French

Consistently awarded a Chef's Hat by SMH, Assiette serves fine French and European cuisine and the open bistro-style restaurant caters well to groups with flexible table arrangements.
Group size
6-62
Average Main
$37




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Blue Ginger
241 Darling St, Balmain, NSW, 2041
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: Southeast Asian

Nestled in the village of Balmain's main street, Blue Ginger has been a local favourite and a go-to for Asian food aficianados.
Group size
6-120
Average Main
$35




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Fancy Shmancy
91 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction, NSW, 2022
East Sydney

Our pick: Fancy dress hire

With over 3000 extraordinary pieces to choose from, Fancy Shmancy can dress-up your group and offers a team of event stylists to cover every detail for your occasion.
Group size
6-200
Cost / head
$75




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Quarter Twenty One
Level 5 Westfield, Cnr of Pitt & Market St, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Modern European

Quarter Twenty One brings group friendly fine-dining to the Sydney Westfield, with an intimate private dining room to seat 16.
Group size
6-65
Average Main
$38




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Rubyos
18-20 King St, Newtown, NSW 2042
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian Shared Plates

Newtown's Rubyos restaurant serves up culinary grazing perfect for social dining in intimate surrounds.
Group size
6-90
Average Main
$45




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The Corner House
281 Bondi Road, Bondi, NSW, 2026
East Sydney

Cuisine: Seasonal Italian

The Corner House has an alluring vibe and an Italian inspired menu serving up everything from light bites to slow roasts and offers semi-private group spaces.
Group size
6-90
Average Main
$30




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The East Village
234 Palmer St, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2000
East Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Gather the group for a pre-dinner drink at the ground level bar before heading upstairs to The East Village Dining Room, offering fine cuisine in the luxe bistro.
Group size
6-40
Average Main
$28




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The Public Dining Room
2A The Esplanade, Balmoral Beach, Mosman, NSW, 2088
North Sydney

Cuisine: Contemporary Australian

While The Public Dining Room serves up a generous helping of location, it's not just its good looks that are making diners stop and take notice.
Group size
6-120
Average Main
$32




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The Tilbury Hotel
12/18 Nicholson St, Wooloomooloo, NSW, 2011
East Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Set in the heart of the trendy Wooloomooloo wharf precinct, the Tilbury Hotel is perfect for any occasion.
Group size
6-200
Average Main
$28




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A Tavola
348 Victoria St, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
East Sydney

Cuisine: Traditional Italian

A Tavola serves authentic fare in a style that is distinctly Italian, catering to large groups with their private dining room.
Group size
6-50
Average Main
$34




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Blancmange
1 Station St, Petersham, NSW, 2049
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: European

A local restaurant that measures up with the city's finest, Blancmange finds the perfect balance of first-class dining and comfortable surroundings that will make groups feel right at home.
Group size
6-50
Average Main
$32




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Spiedo
Level 6 Westfield, 188 Pitt St Mall, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Lombardian

Authentic Italian meets city chic at Spiedo Restaurant & Bar, stemming from the same kitchen excellence of Ormeggio at the Spit.
Group size
6-85
Average Main
$32




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Otto Ristorante
8/6 Cowper Wharf Rd, Woolloomooloo, NSW, 2011
East Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Italian

Authentic Italian cuisine along with Otto's harbourside location and themed private spaces make it a first-class dining experience for groups.
Group size
6-200
Average Main
$39




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The Bathers' Pavilion
The Esplanade, Balmoral Beach, NSW, 2088
North Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

With stunning views from every table, the Bathers' Pavilion is an ideal harbourside destination for any group occasion.
Group size
6-120
Average Main
$48




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Sails On Lavender Bay
2 Henry Lawson Avenue, McMahons Point, NSW, 2069
North Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Let Sails help you host an impressive dinner party where the food is as good as the spectacular views.
Group size
6-100
Average Main
$40




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Wildfire
Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay West, Sydney, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Churrasco/ Mediterranean

Wildfire Sydney not only has some of the finest views of the harbour and Opera House, the first-class food and service are just as likely to impress.

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Group size
6-300
Average Main
$40




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Aqua Dining
Corner of Paul St & Northcliff St, Milson's Pt, NSW, 2061
North Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Italian

Aqua Dining, aptly named, accoomodates groups looking for a watefront get-together, overlooking the Sydney Olympic Pool and Harbour.
Group size
6-120
Average Main
$39




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Fu Manchu
249 Victoria St, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
East Sydney

Cuisine: Chinese/Malay

In a locale that can prove challenging for group dining, Fu Manchu offers a private retreat for parties large and small.
Group size
6-32
Average Main
$22




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Fat Buddha
Level 2, QVB 455 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Chinese/Yum Cha

Fat Buddha brings yum cha to the CBD with trolleys rolling out hot and ready delights perfect for sharing.
Group size
6-48
Average Main
$38




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Catalina
Lyne Park, Rose Bay, NSW, 2009
East Sydney

Cuisine: Contemporary Australian & Seafood

Catalina's waterfront location brings out the best of Sydney at sunset affording harbour views to every table.
Group size
6-250
Average Main
$45




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China Doll
4/6 Cowper Wharf, Wooloomooloo, NSW, 2011
East Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Asian/Shared food

Modern and old-world collide at China Doll where classic Chinese fare sits alongside inventive modern dishes satisfying tastes for everyone in your group.
Group size
6-140
Average Main
$35




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Concrete Blonde
33 Bayswater Rd, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
East Sydney

Cuisine: Contemporary Global

Concrete Blonde, with a sassy street appeal and confident swagger hosts groups looking for an edgy dining experience.
Group size
6-200
Average Main
$36




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Garden Brasserie
Grosvenor Street, Neutral Bay, NSW, 2089
North Sydney

Cuisine: Mediterranean Shared Plates

Garden Brasserie offers a haven for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine with easy to share menu options.
Group size
6-160
Average Main
$32




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Deckhouse
End of Clark Rd, Woolwich Dock, NSW, 2110
North Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Deckhouse on Woolwich Wharf is quintessential Sydney dining on the water, with private group spaces available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Group size
6-400
Average Main
$29




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Flying Fish
Lower Deck, Jones Bay Wharf 19-21 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: Seafood

Flying Fish on Jones Bay Wharf is one of the so-very-Sydney spots that will turn your group dinner into an unforgettable dining experience.
Group size
6-199
Average Main
$40




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Nuran Zorlu Photography
Mobile, can travel throughout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Documentary-style Photography
(1 hour)

Nuran Zorlu Photography captures the candid moments and natural emotions of your get-together with artistic documentary-style photographs.
Group size
6-500
Flat Rate
$330




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Cloud 9 Balloon Flights
61 Hawkesbury Valley Way, Windsor, NSW, 2756
Inner West Sydney

Our pick: Sunrise Balloon Flight

With Cloud 9, groups can experience the feeling of flying in balloons taking off just 50km from Sydneys CBD.
Group size
6-18
Cost / head
$279




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Any Boat
Sydney Harbour
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Harbour Private Charter

Looking to make a splash for your next get-together? Any Boat offers a wide range of charters to suit every group and budget.
Group size
10-800
Flat Rate
$1200




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Rosman Ferries
6 John Street, McMahon's Point, NSW, 2060
North Sydney

Our pick: Harbour History Cruise

Rosmans boast a fleet of five meticulously restored ferries available for harbour tours or private charter.
Group size
6-250
Cost / head
$50




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Skydive The Beach Sydney
Stuart Park, Cnr George Hanley Drive and Cliff Rd, Wollongong, NSW, 2500
South Sydney

Our pick: Weekend Skydive

For an adrenalin pumping group outing, Skydive The Beach offers tandem skydiving over Woollongong Beach.
Group size
6-24
Cost / head
$319




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Sydney by Sail
Murray St, Festival Pontoon, Darling Harbour, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Our pick: Twilight Harbour Cruise

Sydney by Sail offers an array of group sailing experiences from coastal day trips and whale watching, to 3-hour harbour sails and twilight cruises.
Group size
6-100
Cost / head
$75




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Sydney Luxury Charters
Multiple pick-up points around Sydney Harbour
North Sydney

Our pick: In-harbour fishing charter

Action-packed or totally relaxed, let Sydney Luxury charters host your exclusive get-together on the water with fishing charters and private cruises.
Group size
6-35
Flat Rate
$2200




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Sydney Seaplanes
Seaplane Base, Lyne Park, Rose Bay, NSW 2029
East Sydney

Our pick: 15-minute Scenic Flight

Sydney Seaplanes offer groups the chance to see Sydney through a new set of eyes by taking a scenic flight over the harbour and beyond.
Group size
6-12
Cost / head
$185




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Sydney Showboats
King Street Wharf 5, Darling Harbour, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Our pick: Showboat Dinner Cruise

Sydney Showboats can get your group out on the water with a variety of cruises departing daily.
Group size
6-280
Cost / head
$99




 
 
Popup Picnics
Mobile, can travel thoughout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Traditional BBQ Picnic

Make the great outdoors even greater with a hassle-free picnic. Just choose your picnic style from the list of culinary delights and we'll work our magic.
Group size
6-100
Cost / head
$44




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Bungalow 8
3 Lime Street, King Street Wharf, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Tiki inspired

Bungalow 8 offers groups a tropical escape amid Sydney's busy Darling Harbour. Organise a bespoke occasion or indulge in one of the many well thought out offerings, from Ladies Laua Lunches to a whole suckling pig for the lads.
Group size
6-600
Average Main
$20




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Balmain Bug
55 Darling St, Balmain East, NSW, 2041
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: International/Modern Australian

This two-storey terrace restaurant has a cottage-like feel with a main dining room downstairs and an intimate private space upstairs.
Group size
6-60
Average Main
$30




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Blackwater
1/8 Water St, St Kilda's Point, Sans Souci, NSW, 2219
South Sydney

Cuisine: Contemporary Italian

Blackwater, set upon the banks of the Georges River in Sans Souci, is worth the trip offering contemporary Southern Italian cuisine in a group friendly space.
Group size
6-100
Average Main
$34




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Grappa Ristorante & Bar
1/267-277 Norton St, Leichhardt Sydney
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: Traditional Italian

Grappa serves up traditional Italian fare with a few modern twists and easily hosts groups in the open-plan restaurant.
Group size
6-180
Average Main
$32




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La Locanda
65B Macpherson St, Bronte, NSW, 2024
East Sydney

Cuisine: Italian

The restaurant serves authentic Italian fare in intimate surroundings, and service with a smile making groups feels right at home.
Group size
6-45
Average Main
$28




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Nostos
121 Norton St, Leichhardt, NSW, 2040
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: Traditional Greek

Nostos serves authentic Greek cuisine accomodating parties of all sizes with various group dining spaces inside and out.
Group size
6-50
Average Main
$32




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Oliveto Ristorante & Bar
Brays Bay Reserve, 443 Concord Rd, Rhodes, NSW, 2138
Inner West Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Italian

Oliveto is quite literally a diamond in the rough, set inside the grassy reserve alongside the Parramatta River providing a picturesque back drop for your next group occasion..
Group size
6-160
Average Main
$32




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Tastevin
292-294 Victoria St, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
East Sydney

Cuisine: French Bistro

Tastevin brings classic French to the bustling Victoria Road strip. The welcoming service adds warmth to the already cosy space and groups will feel right at home.
Group size
6-55
Average Main
$32




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VIP Water Taxis
Multiple pick-ups around Sydney Harbour
City Sydney

Our pick: Dusk Harbour Cruise

VIP Water Taxis gives your group the chance to enjoy what is commonly called the most beautiful harbour in the world, with transfers and cruises offered year round.
Group size
6-64
Flat Rate
$350




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Platinum Party People
Mobile, can travel througout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Post-party cleaners

If you want to host a fantastic get-together, but cannot handle the thought of cleaning up afterwards, the Platinum Party People have you covered.
Group size
6-500
Flat Rate
$175




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Ormeggio
d'Albora Marina, The Spit, Mosman, NSW, 2088
North Sydney

Cuisine: Contemporary Italian

Ormeggio, the Italian word for mooring or berth, on the d'Albora Marinas hosts groups in a stunning waterfront location.
Group size
6-150
Average Main
$40




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Italian Village
7 Circular Quay West, The Rocks, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Italian

In true Italian fashion, every meal at Italian Village is treated as a special occasion with an indulgent menu and a range of dining spaces to suit every group.
Group size
6-640
Average Main
$40




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Waterfront
27 Circular Quay West, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian/Seafood

Waterfront Restaurant set in the historic Rocks precinct offers a distinct harbourside dining experience for groups small and large with five separate private dining rooms.
Group size
6-680
Average Main
$40




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Wolfies
17-21 Circular Quay West, The Rocks, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian/Steakhouse

With its stunning location and historic charm, Wolfies can host your next dinner party or group occasion in quintessential Sydney style just steps from Circular Quay.
Group size
6-465
Average Main
$40




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Ghost Tours
Cadmans Cottage, corner of George St & Argyle St, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Our pick: Birthday Ghost Tours

Sceptics and believers alike will enjoy a fright-night on a Ghost Tour that can be tailored to your group occasion.
Group size
6-100
Cost / head
$45




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Hawthorn Mosman
707 Military Road, Mosman, NSW, 2088
North Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Hawthorn Mosman is making it its business to become a local speak-easy, inviting groups to dine in historic style in the centre of Mosman's shopping district.
Group size
6-74
Average Main
$28




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Bondi Social
Level 1, 38 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach, NSW, 2026
East Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Bondi Social takes sea-side dining to another level and features a group friendly menu of shared plates and banquet menus.
Group size
6-120
Average Main
$38




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4143 at James Barnes
Building 9, 2 Huntley Street, Alexandria, NSW, 2015
South Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Australian/BBQ

4143 at the James Barnes brings a friendly face to Alexandria, giving locals a new local and offers private and group dining spaces inside and out.
Group size
6-350
Average Main
$20




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The Eight
Level 3 Market City Building, 9-13 Hay St, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Cuisine: Modern Chinese

Yum cha or dinner, private dining or public, classic Chinese or modern, your group can have it all at The Eight.
Group size
6-750
Average Main
$25




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Comedy Trivia
Mobile, multiple pick-ups throughout Sydney
City Sydney

Our pick: 2-hour Comedy Trivia

The team at Comedy Trivia puts a comical twist on your standard trivia night, offering mobile comedy trivia with a professional comedian as your host.
Group size
6-1500
Flat Rate
$550




 
 
Complete Cocktail Party
Mobile, available througout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Mobile cocktails and canapes

Take the hassle out of your party-prep with the Complete Cocktail Party including an array of canapes and custom cocktails made by a personal bartender.
Group size
15-100
Cost / head
$95




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Agape Organic Restaurant
1385 Botany Rd, Botany, NSW, 2019
East Sydney

Cuisine: Organic

Natural and locally grown ingredients are taking over, and Agape is making them good for the group with shared plates and a private dining room.
Group size
6-150
Average Main
$32




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Queen Six
Mobile, can travel throughout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Texas Hold'em poker tournament

Looking for a high rolling experience but don't have the time to jet off to Vegas? Forget the passport, Queen Six will create a 5-star casino right in your own home.
Group size
6-40
Flat Rate
$550




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Bondi Gypsy
Mobile, can travel throughout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Psychic Parties

Forget caravans and crystal balls, Bondi Gypsy offers psychic parties for groups of all sizes sure to turn sceptics into believers.
Group size
6-100
Flat Rate
$250




 
 
Botox Brunch
Various locations in Paddington
East Sydney

Our pick: Botox Brunch

Gather the girls at Paddington's proverbial fountain of youth, to banish those unwanted wrinkles and afterwards, enjoy a sparkling brunch.
Group size
6
Cost / head
$245




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The Oak Barrel
152 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW, 2000
City Sydney

Our pick: Cocktail Master Class

The Oak Barrel brings the cellar door to the city offering spirits and wine education classes in a relaxed and intimate environment.
Group size
10-100
Cost / head
$60




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Wine Master Rob Geddes
Mobile, can travel througout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Mobile wine tasting

Wine Master Rob Geddes shares his professional expertise through customised mobile wine tasting courses that are tailored specifically to your group needs.
Group size
10-100
Cost / head
$75




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Mezzaluna
123 Victoria St, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
East Sydney

Cuisine: Traditional Italian

Mezzaluna combines authentic Italian food and hospitality with show-stopping skyline that will impress the group.

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Group size
6-120
Average Main
$32




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Group Transport Sydney
Mobile, multiple pick-ups throughout Sydney
Sydney Wide

Our pick: Luxury group transfers

Group Transport Sydney offer a confirmed shuttle service with a fleet of luxury vehicles to suit groups large and small.
Group size
6-48
Cost / head
$14


 
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