Top Sydney Cruises &amp; Sailing

Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(1,193)

from $94

Enjoy unobstructed views of Sydney Harbour's landmarks from a 35-foot (10.5-meter) catamaran during this evening cruise. Sail past the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge as the sky shifts from sunset colors to city lights. Light snacks and soft drinks or water are provided on board, and you are welcome to bring your own alcoholic beverages with no corkage fee. Settle in and enjoy the views without the hassle of battling the crowds on land.

Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Witness Sydney’s landmarks lit up at night for the Vivid Sydney Festival on board a small catamaran that traverses the harbour. Enjoy canapes and an alcoholic beverage as you view the iconic skyline and landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge featuring dynamic light displays for the festival. Enjoy the comfort of the spacious catamaran with indoor and outdoor areas.

(240)

from $43

Vivid 90-Minute Sydney Harbour Intimate Catamaran Cruise with Canapes

Vivid 90-Minute Sydney Harbour Intimate Catamaran Cruise with Canapes

Seeing Sydney’s highlights from land often means crowds and limited viewpoints. A harbor cruise offers a more relaxed way to take it all in. Step aboard for a journey across Sydney Harbour, passing iconic landmarks alongside lesser-known sights such as hidden beaches and dramatic sandstone cliffs. As you cruise, enjoy uninterrupted views of the skyline and shoreline while listening to live commentary that brings the harbor’s history to life.

5.0

(22)

from $54

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon Departure

Experience the beauty of Sydney Harbour on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Circular Quay. Glide past iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Discover historic sites such as Fort Denison and Garden Island Navy Base, and enjoy stunning views of islands like Clark and Shark Island. Sail by Bradley’s Head, Taronga Zoo, Kirribilli House, Luna Park, and more, with live commentary bringing the sights to life. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, this fun and scenic cruise offers a fresh perspective on Sydney’s highlights. Book now for an unforgettable harbour adventure!

(835)

from $43

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights Cruise

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

(167)

from $27

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(591)

from $57

Journey Beyond All-Inclusive Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

Escape the crowds on land and admire Sydney’s top landmarks—including Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House—on an evening dinner cruise that includes a 3-course meal with food and wine sourced from New South Wales. Sailing at sunset means that you can admire Sydney Harbour when it's at its most photogenic, while a top deck provides you with panoramic views of the scenery.

Journey Beyond All-Inclusive Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

2 hours 30 minutes

4.6

(422)

from $156

Experience the magic of sailing Sydney Harbour—without fighting the crowds on dry land—during a twilight cruise aboard a restored historic tall ship (traditional sailing vessel with rigging). See the city from a new perspective as it lights up for the evening, and sail past must-see landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. While onboard, enjoy an included dinner—saving you from finding a restaurant after the cruise ends.

Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(487)

from $65

Vivid 90-Minute Sydney Harbour Catamaran Cruise with BYO Drinks

Get the best views of the Vivid Sydney Festival without the crowds on a 35-foot (10.5-meter) catamaran. Glide along the Sydney Harbour on a relaxing cruise with delicious antipasto and enjoy unobstructed views of the incredible light shows projected on to the Sydney Opera House and other landmarks. Spend a relaxing 90-minutes on the water and bring your own alcoholic beverage with no corkage fees.

Vivid 90-Minute Sydney Harbour Catamaran Cruise with BYO Drinks

Vivid Sydney draws large crowds along the foreshore, making it difficult to find clear viewing spots. This harbour cruise offers a different perspective from the water aboard a luxury motor catamaran, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Cruise across Sydney Harbour while watching the city’s light installations reflect across the water, and enjoy a complimentary drink as the illuminated skyline comes into view.

4.8

(56)

from $43

Vivid 90-Minute Sydney Harbour Intimate Catamaran Cruise with Canapes

With spaced-out highlights and an overwhelming mix of transport options, it can be hard to cover the best of Sydney on your own—especially if you're short on time. Keep things simple with this guided tour—with private and small-group options—and maximize your day with an itinerary that checks off plenty in one seamless experience. From the comfort of a private vehicle, visit The Rocks, Bondi Beach, and Watson’s Bay, and enjoy time to linger at sights such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

(40)

from $54

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Panoramic drive thru beautiful local suburbs of Sydney

Sydney City Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private or Small Group Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(437)

from $181

Price varies by group size

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

(4,064)

from $36

Cruise the ocean waters to look for humpback and southern right whales as they migrate between Antarctica and the Great Barrier Reef. Your whale-watching experience starts from Sydney Harbour and heads to the open ocean on a custom-built catamaran with large viewing windows and spacious decks that provide excellent sightlines. Often, dolphins, seabirds, and other marine animals make an appearance during the whale-watching tour, which lasts a couple of hours.

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise from Circular Quay

Sydney Whale Watching Cruise from Circular Quay

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(211)

from $65

VIVID Sydney: Sydney Harbour Lights Cruise

VIVID Dinner Cruise with Complimentary Drink on Arrival

3.9

(30)

from $40

Discover the joy of coming face to face with majestic humpback whales while cruising across the ocean on a sailing boat on this fun-filled tour from Sydney Harbour. Running between May and November, the annual whale migration is a sight to behold. This small-group sailing tour gives travelers the chance to cruise alongside these incredible creatures without noisy engines or megaphones, so you can enjoy an immersive and wild natural experience.

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(28)

from $72

Price varies by group size

Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Sydney's busy roads can make sightseeing tricky. Skip city traffic and combine a ferry ride with admission to Taronga Zoo. Depart from Circular Quay and sail across Sydney Harbour, taking in panoramic views of the skyline along the way. At the zoo, spot koalas and kangaroos, along with wildlife from around the world. Your package includes round-trip ferry transfers, so getting back to the city center couldn't be easier.

(177)

from $60

Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises

(816)

from $62

1 hour 30 minutes

3.6

(34)

from $47

Step aboard HEAVEN, our multi-story power catamaran, and discover the ultimate 90-minute sunset cruise on Sydney Harbour. Witness the stunning transformation of Sydney's iconic landmarks as the sun sets and the city lights up. Come on board and enjoy an intimate 90 minute cruise that showcases the best of Sydney by twilight. With maximum passengers numbers of 40-45, you will enjoy uninterrupted 360° views of the most beautiful harbour and cityscape from both indoor and outdoor viewing areas. This cruise takes place on board Heaven, providing plenty of picturesque views, serenity and photo opportunities amongst the sights of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Luna Park, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour and other locations. Grazing platters and a complimentary beverage are provided, and there is a licensed bar on board so you can enjoy further drinks as you cruise along the harbour. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a guided tour and a sunset cannot be guaranteed.

Golden Glow Sunset Sydney Harbour Cruise

4.8

(55)

from $62

Combine sightseeing with wildlife spotting on this Sydney cruise that traverses the harbour and goes out to the open sea. Not only will you search for majestic humpback whales, you’ll also see the skyline and iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge from the water. Enjoy the comfort of the spacious catamaran with indoor and outdoor seating and refreshments for purchase.

Sydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruise

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(29)

from $65

Whale Watching Boat Trip in Sydney

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(573)

from $101

Latino Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour

4 hours 15 minutes

4.2

(61)

from $94

Exclusive Blue Mountains Wildlife and Bushwalk Tour From Sydney

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Circular Quay

(1,116)

from $144

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(79)

from $94

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Sydney Opera House Tour & Dine Experience

J_R, May 2026

A Sydney highlight

A must do experience when visiting the Sydney Opera House. When we were in Sydney in 2015 we weren't able to fit in the Sydney Opera House so we knew it was a must do this time. And with the chance to have lunch it was a no brainer. The Tour Booked the 12 noon slot. Very well organized. Easy to get your actual ticket. Large bags are not allowed. Our tour guide was excellent (unfortunately cant remember her name - she was from the England). She was informative, fun and kept our large group moving. The. Opera House itself is amazing. It may be so from the outside but inside just as impressive. So much to learn. We were taken into two of the theatres. If people are on stage you can't take photos. Lunch When we booked it stated that you could choose from three venues. In fact in our case there were two. Midden and the cafe. The main thing about lunch is that there is a fixed menu. We were planning on eating at Midden however their menu did not appeal to us so we ended up the cafe and it was excellent. I had the BBQ lemon grass pork chop and my husband the burger. All washed down with a rather nice beer. By the way if I remember correctly you don't have to have lunch at the time of the tour you can take it up to 5 pm I think so you could make it an early dinner. Whenever you go it will be busy. This experience can also be booked direct through the Opera House website and it may be cheaper. We tend to use Viator for ease.

Sydney City Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private or Small Group Tour

Michael_P, Apr 2026

Amazing overview tour of Sydney

We had such a fun day with Kori exploring Sydney and its amazing neighborhoods. Kori is extremely knowable and able to answer so many questions about the history of Sydney. This tour was a perfect first day introduction to the city. We now know the neighborhoods we want to spend more time in and fun places to go in each. Highly recommend this tour to explore the best the city has to offer.

Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

Colette_K, Apr 2026

Good way to start before exploring the Rocks District on your own!

A terrific way to learn the history of Sydney, when it was founded, by whom, and how. Provides a good perspective as you walk around the Rocks District and view the different buildings and streets. Our guide was a skilled storyteller and very knowledgeable. He showed us sights and places that we probably would not have come by on our own.

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights Cruise

Debra_H, Mar 2026

Highly recommended

This was a really great trip. I’ve lived in Sydney for 68 years and saw things I’d never seen before. The guy who was giving the commentary was very good and informative. It happened to be the 125th celebration of the Australian Navy and we were quite close to the ships that came in for the celebration. It was a great trip.

Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

Meghan_B, Mar 2026

Amazing evening on the harbor

This sunset cruise was a highlight of our trip and everything we hoped it would be! Pickup was prompt and easy to locate, and the group size is small enough that you have what feels like a totally personal experience. You're able to bring you own wine and they provide cups and snacks. The boat has both indoor and outdoor options but we were able to sit outside for the duration of the trip and see all the sights from a new perspective. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a special Sydney excursion!

Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

Ardis_Y, Mar 2026

Excellent experience

You have a choice of cocktails for your 1st included drink; not a one size fits all. I had the Margarita and it was top notch. The second included drink is a choice of 2 beers or 3 types of wine so something for every taste. The charcuterie board was also top notch; much better than I expected and definitely enough for 2 people. You are assigned a table but are free to walk around; go up on deck to see the sights with your drink and then come back down to enjoy your charcuterie. No worries about something being taken away while you’re gone. We had a beautiful clear, warm evening so spent a lot of time on the upper deck enjoying the skyline. You do have to download the narration if you want to hear about the different sights along the way but that was actually a plus so you don’t have to listen to an annoying narration over the intercom. Instead, you listen to an onboard lovely vocalist and small band. It was a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours.

30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

Rodney_B, Feb 2026

Lots of fun.

Oz Jet Boating was fantastic fun. Very focused on safety and fun. The ride was thrilling and the view of the harbour great. Got very wet but we were told this would happen. Recommend using the longer spray coats to stay a bit drier. A great way to see some of the harbour. Would love to do it again.

Sydney Shore Excursion: Sydney Opera House Walking Tour

Laura_S, Feb 2026

Great Tour of the Iconic Landmark

Great tour of the Sydney Opera House! We were able to see three of the six theaters, and Patrick, our guide, was very knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions. We purchased the Tour & Dine package and enjoyed a delicious dinner at the opera bar after the tour.

High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Kara_B, Feb 2026

A Relaxing Cruise with Beautiful Harbour Views

We enjoyed a pleasant afternoon on the Sydney Harbour high tea cruise. The views of the Harbour were beautiful and, of course, being out on the water is always special. It’s a lovely way to take in the scenery and enjoy some time relaxing. The atmosphere was nice and comfortable, and the service was smooth. The food and drinks were enjoyable, though fairly standard for a high tea experience. Overall, it was a nice outing with beautiful views — a good option if you’re looking for a relaxed way to see the Harbour.

Private 90 Min Luxury Cruise on Sydney Harbour - up to 6 Guests

Anonymous, Jan 2026

Outstanding Private Harbour Experience

This private boat tour was a highlight of our time in Sydney. The harbour views were spectacular, and the small group size allowed the captain to provide personalized commentary and share deep knowledge of the area. A wonderful way to experience Sydney from the water — highly recommend.

Whale Watching Boat Trip in Sydney

rose_c, Nov 2025

Well worth the extra cost to be with a small group

Brilliant tour! A small group - 3 crew and 14 passengers. We saw a small group of whales - 2 adults and one baby. They showed themselves about 5 times altogether, but ones time they were only about 15 - 20 metres away. Great photo opportunities! The weather was dry but a bit breezy, which was quite pleasant.

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

KongBlia_V, Jul 2025

You don't want to miss this!

What a wonderful whale watching experience we had with Captain Doug!! He was kind, friendly, knowledgeable, and we were able to catch about 10 whale sightings! His boat was clean and safe. We enjoyed his company, the tour and information, and the boat ride. We saw other overcrowded boats and we were so thankful we were on a small group tour. I highly recommend Charterscene and Cap. Doug!! You don't want to miss it!