Top Sydney Lunch Cruises

See spectacular Sydney Harbour from a fresh vantage point—and enjoy a gourmet accompaniment to your sightseeing—on this lunchtime cruise. Hop aboard the comfortable, 78-foot (24-meter) vessel at Darling Harbour, and enjoy immaculate views of sights like the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park. Dig into a gourmet à la carte lunch, from Hunter Valley beef to fresh seafood, with beer and local, sommelier-picked wines.

Lunch with 360 degree views! Cruise Sydney Harbour onboard flagship super-cruiser MV Sydney 2000. Enjoy stunning views from the upper dining deck as you enjoy your 2 or 3 course a la carte lunch with attentive service and optional guranteed window seating.

Book a table for a 2-course 1.5-hour or a 3-course 3-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise on Sydney Harbour. Pass Sydney's famous landmarks including the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge as your boat glides along the water. Your sit-down dining experience includes attentive service for your selected 2 or 3-course lunch. A variety of fresh seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes are served as you take in the sights. Upgrade when booking to guarantee a window seat.

Enjoy an exhilarating half-day sailing cruise on Sydney Harbour aboard a luxury yacht with an experienced captain. Take in stunning views of Sydney's waterside landmarks including the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Mrs. Macquaries Chair, Fort Denison, Watsons Bay, Sydney Heads and more. Anchor in a secluded bay in Sydney Harbour National Park with time for beach walks, swimming, snorkeling and a delicious lunch with Australian wine and beer. This small-group tour is limited to eight people, ensuring a personalized experience with your knowledgeable captain.

The landscapes of Blue Mountains National Park are often explored from lookouts—but the waterways offer a quieter perspective. This leisurely lunch cruise aboard a restored paddlewheeler follows the Nepean River through the dramatic Nepean Gorge, whose sandstone cliffs date back millions of years. As you drift along the river, enjoy a two-course lunch with coffee and tea while taking in the scenery and chatting with the captain if you wish.

Many whale-watching tours head straight into open water, but this cruise begins in Sydney Harbour, where you can enjoy breakfast or a barbecue lunch (depending on the option selected). After your meal, sail past sights such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge en route to the Pacific Ocean, in search of migrating humpback and southern right whales. A naturalist guide provides live commentary along the way, and helps you spot marine life.

Seeing Sydney’s highlights from land often means lots of people and limited viewpoints. Beat the crowds by stepping aboard a cruise across Sydney Harbor, passing iconic landmarks alongside lesser-known sights, hidden beaches, and dramatic sandstone cliffs. As you cruise, enjoy uninterrupted views of the skyline and shoreline while listening to live commentary.

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.

Experience beautiful Sydney Harbor on a Christmas Day cruise. Take in picturesque views of the city skyline while your favorite holiday tunes hum in the background. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal of seafood, traditional roasts, salads, and dessert—it’s included in the tour price—as well as fresh coffee and tea. Add to your merriment with alcoholic beverages from a fully licensed bar at an extra charge.

Combine sightseeing with meal plans on this sunset dinner cruise around Sydney Harbour. Relax as soon as you step on board, and take in the city from a unique and romantic perspective. Pass highlights including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Enjoy a 3-course à la carte meal, or upgrade to a 4-course option if you choose. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion, like an anniversary or birthday.

Finding somewhere special to eat on Christmas Day in Sydney can be difficult, especially once restaurants and waterfront venues book out. This harbour lunch or dinner cruise brings sightseeing and dining together in one seamless experience. Cruise across Sydney Harbour while enjoying a buffet-style Christmas meal with roasted meats, fresh salads, seafood, and traditional puddings. Pass landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and enjoy unobstructed photo ops from a vantage point on the water.

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'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.

Discover Sydney Harbour with all of your senses during a leisurely lunch boat ride by luxury cruiser. With just your party and private skipper, you’ll sail around Sydney Harbour—home to iconic sights such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge—and stop to sample gourmet dishes at two harborside restaurants. During the cruise, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and drinks from an open bar.

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth wherever you like by hopping off the bus to explore. Experience the city’s most noteworthy attractions at your own pace.

Treat your loved ones to a progressive lunch that travels by motoryacht to the most scenic parts of Sydney Harbour. Get great views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbor Bridge as you cruise to Watsons Bay for your appetizer course at a classic waterside eatery. Continue past Middle Head to Balmoral where you stop at your second waterfront restaurant for your main course. Return to your boat for the cheese course. Sparkling wine and other drinks are included.

Getting from Sydney to the Blue Mountains can be time-consuming if you’re relying on trains and local transport. This day tour connects the region’s highlights without wasting a second of your vacation time. Take in sweeping views of the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley, experience the rides at Scenic World, and see native wildlife at either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo before returning with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River.

Visiting the Blue Mountains independently can be tiring to do independently, with long distances between viewpoints. This full-day tour from Sydney simplifies the journey, connecting the region’s highlights while a driver tackles the roads. Take in sweeping views from Kings Tableland, walk to scenic spots such as Wentworth Falls or Leura Cascades, and visit the towns of Leura and Katoomba to see the Three Sisters. The day ends with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River back to Circular Quay.

Sail around North Sydney’s Pittwater on a private skippered yacht—and leave the logistics and navigation to the experienced crew. Depart Palm Beach Ferry Wharf and sail across Pittwater, with stops at Portuguese Beach for swimming (beach towels provided) and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Enjoy a platter of your choice for lunch at Basin Campground and learn sailing tips and techniques if you want.

Journey to the heart of the Blue Mountains on this full-day tour from Sydney, including hotel pick-up. Kick-off your adventure seeing a koala or a kangaroo at Featherdale Wildlife Park, then enjoy a dramatic view of the Three Sisters rocks from Echo Point. After lunch (own expense), head to Scenic World to ride the Cableway, Skyway and Railway for unbeatable aerial views of the Jamison Valley and Katoomba Falls. Finish with a leisurely cruise along the Parramatta River to Sydney’s Darling Harbour or Circular Quay.

Discover and learn about the iconic Sydney landmarks on land and water on this up close and personal private tour by land and by boat. Enjoy a stroll at The Gap National Park and Bondi Beach before experiencing the famous Harbour Bridge, Opera House and much more whilst cruising Sydney Harbour. This half day-tour allows those with limited time to explore the best that Sydney has to offer all within half a day.