Top Sydney Cruises &amp; Sailing

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.

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Journey Beyond All-Inclusive Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

Journey Beyond All-Inclusive Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

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!

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Sydney Harbour 3-Course Early Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

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.

Sydney Harbour 3-Course Early Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

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2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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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

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from $43

Sydney Harbour 3 or 4-Course Early Dinner Cruise (Circular Quay)

Whale Watching Boat Trip in Sydney

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from $94

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Whale Sighting Guarantee

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 with Whale Sighting Guarantee

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

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Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Step aboard HEAVEN or FLEETWING II, our multi-level power catamarans, for a 90-minute Sydney Harbour sunset cruise. Experience Sydney at golden hour as the city skyline lights up and iconic landmarks come alive, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour. This intimate small-group cruise (max 40–45 guests) offers relaxed comfort with 360° views from indoor and outdoor decks—perfect for sightseeing and photos. Enjoy a complimentary beverage and grazing platters on board, with a licensed bar available for additional drinks as you cruise Sydney Harbour. A must-do Sydney Harbour experience combining sightseeing, sunset views, and relaxed small-group cruising. Ideal for couples, visitors, and locals seeking a scenic twilight experience on the water. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a guided tour and a sunset cannot be guaranteed.

Golden Glow Sunset Sydney Harbour Cruise

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.

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Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise

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.

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Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

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from $36

Sydney Cocktail Harbour Bar Cruise with Charcuterie Board

Cruise through Sydney Harbour in style on board a spacious flagship vessel that departs from Circular Quay and King Street Wharf. Glide by the floodlit Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, among other landmarks. Sit down for a 4-course dinner with an array of international dishes including fresh seafood. Enjoy the views from your table or the viewing deck, with live music playing on the weekends.

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Sydney Harbour 4-Course Starlight Dinner Cruise (Darling Harbour)

Sydney Harbour 4-Course Starlight Dinner Cruise (Darling Harbour)

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.

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from $120

Christmas Day Cruise on Sydney Harbour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $123

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Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

Discover a new perspective on spectacular Sydney Harbour—and enjoy a gourmet accompaniment to your sightseeing—on this lunchtime cruise. Hop aboard the 78-foot (24-meter) vessel at Darling Harbour and enjoy immaculate views of sights including the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park. Then, tuck into a gourmet à la carte lunch, spanning Hunter Valley beef to fresh seafood, with beer and local, sommelier-picked wines to go with.

Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

Save yourself the guesswork of finding a restaurant with a view and secure guaranteed window seating at Sydney Tower’s revolving restaurant. Dine nearly 1,000 feet (305 meters) above the city as the restaurant completes a full rotation, revealing changing views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, and even the Blue Mountains on clear days. Enjoy an unlimited buffet with more than 30 dishes, plus an included drink.

Skyfeast Dining Experience at Sydney Tower

Experience a close encounter with humpback whales—without having to leave the city—on this thrilling speedboat tour from Sydney. Hop on board the city’s fastest commercial ship and set off across Sydney Harbour, past landmarks such as Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Head out into the Tasman Sea, where you have the chance to spot whales swimming and playing in their natural habitat.

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Sydney Whale-Watching on EXTREME Speed Boat

Enjoy breathtaking views of Sydney and its surroundings from the tallest structure in the city, the Sydney Tower Eye. Standing on the Observation Deck, perched 250 meters (820 feet) above the ground, soak up 360-degree panoramic views across Sydney Harbour, the skyline and the Pacific Ocean. Complimentary use of high-powered binoculars and multilingual state-of-the-art touchscreens enhances your view with an interactive introduction to the city's top sights.

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from $109

Sydney Tower Eye Ticket

Be amazed and take a journey of discovery through SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s themed zones including the Penguin Expedition. Experience the sub-Antarctic during and interactive exhibit to meet spectacular King and Gentoo penguins. Come face-to-fin with more than 4,000 animals from 300 different species including majestic dugongs, grey nurse sharks, jellyfish, and an array of tropical fish.

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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket

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.

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Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines

The world’s most beautiful harbour deserves the very best cruise to experience it. Choose from two spectacular options, the Harbour Experience aboard our premier sightseeing fleet or, enhance your cruise with the Premium Harbour Experience to enjoy a house beverage of your choice and a Cheese & Charcuterie board to share, as you cruise by the majestic Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and other top sights on this 1.5 hour cruise. Listen to commentary straight from your smartphone, relax into your seat or choose to venture up to the upper open-air deck as you marvel at the beauty of Sydney Harbour.

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Sydney Harbour 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise with Commentary

Sydney Harbour 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise with Commentary

Whale Watching Boat Trip in Sydney

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Samantha_M, Aug 2026

Whales made an appearance

Whale Tales was an amazing whale watching trip. My husband and another friend and I had a wonderful time. The crew were very informative and we saw several whales. The 12 pm excursion is perfect as the sun was just warming up making the ride out and back perfect!

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights Cruise

Stephen_C, Jul 2026

Pretty views of the city

It was fun. Definitely go around sunset- the views are stunning. One thing for improvement: we couldn’t hear the speaker doing the tour. Even up close I couldn’t hear him well. Otherwise get there early for good seats. We sat in back and had nice views. Bring your own food and drinks but the trip is only an hour.

Sydney Whale-Watching on EXTREME Speed Boat

Brett_G, Jun 2026

Blake Is the Best

Our skipper and whale guru Blake was an awesome guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and willing to answer any and all whale-related questions. We were thrilled to see humpback whales breaching, blowing, tail slapping, and twisting-‘n-turning in the waters off Sydney Harbour. We were treated to amazing non-stop whale behavior from 2-3 different pods.

High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Adriaan_V, Jun 2026

The Harbour High Tea...

The Harbour High Tea Cruise is truly a standout experience and an absolute must do. The selection of treats is exquisite, beautifully presented and just as delicious as they look, making every bite feel indulgent. What really sets this cruise apart is the warm and welcoming service onboard. The staff are attentive, friendly, and go out of their way to ensure a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The cruise itself offers an extended tour of the harbour and surrounding areas, giving you plenty of time to take in the iconic views from every angle. A perfect blend of luxury, scenery, and hospitality. Highly recommended.

Sydney Harbour 3 or 4-Course Early Dinner Cruise (Circular Quay)

Donna_H, May 2026

Enjoyable dinner cruise in the Harbor!

This was a great activity to plan for our first evening in Sydney! The meeting place was easy to get to, instructions were clear and timing was perfect. We paid extra for guaranteed window seating which provided us with a wonderful view. Service was impeccable and our meal delicious! Only thing that might have helped with the ambiance would have been some live piano music. The piped-in music was ‘meh.’ Would have taken the experience to another level.

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.

Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

Lois_S, Apr 2026

Another wonderful Viator experience

Buying the Viator ferry and zoo pass made our zoo trip seamlessly easy. We got in the ticket line at Captain Cooke cruises and just by scanning our UPC code they handed us 2 tickets for the two-way ferry trip and 2 tickets for the zoo admittance. Nobody saw or had access to our credit card while we were in line at the window, or at the zoo. Getting on the ferry and into the zoo was just as easy because we had our tickets. At the ferry dock near the zoo a free bus will come to take you to the front gate and outside the front gate it will come to take you back to the ferry dock when your time at the zoo is over. Just remember to keep the ferry tickets somewhere safe because you will need to show them to get back on the ferry. We count this as yet another wonderful Viator experience!

30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

Shaun_W, Mar 2026

Thrilling!

Experience is as described: 30-45min speedboat ride from Sydney Harbour. Staff very clear with safety advice & driver always gave a signal just before he'd do a spin or dive on the boat so you'd count it in together, and every now & again he'd stop to check everyone was OK. Red ponchos are offered free of charge, but you can choose to get soaked in your clothes, and you will get soaked! I'm glad I chose to do this experience

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.

Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

Sandra_D, Oct 2025

Whale of a time 🐋

Intimate, knowledgeable, professional, spectacular! Douglas and Sharon were amazing! Thankyou for a wonderful afternoon on your beautiful boat! We appreciate you inviting several pods of whales along too. Up close and personal. We highly highly recommend your company! Will be booking again next year along with family and friends , if you will have us