Top Sydney Night Tours

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.

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.

Discover the magic of Sydney at night with this private guided tour. See iconic sights like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, explore vibrant neighborhoods like King's Cross, Woolloomooloo, and the Rocks, savor supper at an iconic street food van, and enjoy a nightcap at a historic pub, while learning more about the city and its history from your guide.

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.

Short on time in Sydney but want to see the city’s top sights without juggling transport yourself? This half-day sightseeing tour solves that with a carefully planned route covering highlights such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, The Rocks, Paddington, and scenic Mrs Macquarie’s Point. With live commentary along the way, you enjoy a relaxed, efficient introduction to Sydney’s landmarks in just a few hours—without the hassle of planning it all yourself.

Learning to surf on your own means guessing at technique and trying to access equipment—difficult to arrange on vacation. Book a small-group lesson at Bondi Beach with a local instructor to cover surf and safety basics, warm-up, paddling, catching waves, and standing up. All the gear is included, so you can turn up and get straight in the water.

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.

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.

See Sydney Harbour the way it's meant to be seen: From the water. This lunch cruise passes by such world-famous sites as the Sydney Opera House as well as such hidden gems as secluded beaches and sandstone cliffs. On board, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch plus dessert with tea and coffee.

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.

Sydney's harborfront landmarks are best seen from the water, but working out vantage points and timing takes local know-how. Board a cruise past the city's historic sights, tucked-away beaches, and sandstone cliffs, with the route handled for you. Listen to commentary on the harbor's history as the views roll by, and pick the morning or afternoon departure that suits your day.

Celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy quality time with a loved one on a private evening cruise on Sydney Harbour. See highlights like the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge beautifully lit up at night. Sip a complimentary glass of wine as you admire the views. You can even ask your skipper to stop along the way so you can take photos.

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.

Uncover the secrets of Sydney’s heritage as you explore The Rocks on this guided walking tour of the historic precinct. Offering amazing views over the Sydney Harbour and the Campbells Cove Wharves, your guide will lead you along shady laneways and cobbled courtyards where you’ll discover some of Sydney’s earliest buildings, including Cadman’s Cottage, built in 1816 and the Garrison Church, which dates back to the 1840s.

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.

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.

Sydney’s highlights are spread across the harbor, and covering them on foot can take hours. This guided cycling tour lets you see more in less time while staying active. Pedal past icons such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, along with hidden corners and local favorites, as your guide shares insights into the city’s history and culture.

Finding Sydney's best small bars can take hours of research time, but this small group tour does the hard work for you. Visit carefully selected venues recommended by a local, then break up the bar stops with a walk past some of the city's best street art. Along the way, hear the stories behind the murals and pick up plenty of insider tips from your guide.

Book a table for a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise aboard our flagship vessel, super-cruiser Sydney 2000. Be surrounded by icons as you depart Circular Quay - the floodlit Sydney Opera House on one side, and Harbour Bridge on the other, while a team of international chefs prepare a four-course dinner, including canapés, for you to enjoy.

Discover the haunting charm of Sydney’s Rocks district on this immersive ghost tour. Begin at Cadman’s Cottage, a dwelling seeped in centuries-old stories and rumored ghostly presences. Wander through the maze of cobbled streets, including Kendall Lane, whispering tales of desperation and crime. Explore enigmatic sites like the eerie Merchant’s House and Greenway Lane, each holding their unique spectral tales. Uncover the somber history of the Nurse’s Walk, once a hospital site that stirs a sense of unsettling illness. The journey concludes at Observatory Hill, offering panoramic views of Sydney and chilling tales of lingering spirits. Experience these sites and more, as you delve into the heart of Sydney’s spooky past.

Planning the perfect way to ring in the new year can be stressful, so leave the planning to the experts. This New Year's Eve cruise on the waters of Sydney Harbour promises a luxurious experience. Onboard, enjoy fine foods and Bollinger Champagne, top-class wines, and premium beers as you enjoy the harbor's famed fireworks display from a crowd-free vantage point.

Live the sweet life and explore Sydney Harbour on Sydney’s original and only Italian Wooden Speedboat La Dolce Vita. La Dolce Vita or Dolce (Doll-Chi), as she is affectionately known, is a Comitti Portofino and Comitti is the last boat yard still making traditional wooden speedboats by hand on Lake Como. This stunning water limousine is a work of art. She was shipped to Australia from Lake Como Italy, where she was hand made from mahogany, teak and ash. Dolce is the go to boat on Sydney Harbour for visiting celebrities and has seen the likes of Sir Richard Branson, Mel B, Miranda Kerr, Toni Collette, and many many more. She has been used in many TV shows, movies, photo shoots, album covers, the list goes on. Be your own celebrity and see Sydney Harbour on Dolce which has been compared to driving around like James Bond in a cross between a Ferrari and a classic rolls Royce.

The quintessential gourmet food and wine experience on Sydney Harbour. For that truly special occasion or corporate entertaining, our 5-Course Gold Penfolds Dinner is an unforgettable waterfront restaurant experience where every detail matters. Leave inspired, sated and breathless as you and your guests are treated to not only the view, but a swathe of plate matched Penfolds wines. Penfolds collection of benchmark wines are compelling for collectors and drinkers the world over. Since 1844, Penfolds has played a pivotal role in the evolution of winemaking in the constant and endless pursuit of quality. They exude both celebration and excitement. Sample menu Chef 's selection served on arrival Seared Scallops with lime foam Casarecca Pasta with rocket pesto & aged parmesan Angus Centre Cut Tenderloin with sauteed mushrooms & rich jus Black Violet Cheesecake