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    Sydney Harbour Bridge illuminated during Vivid Sydney festival.

    Vivid Sydney

    Get your tickets to Vivid Sydney cruise and witness colors and music fill the city with vibrance and celebration during the annual Vivid festival. Sail across the Sydney harbor and catch sight of prominent landmarks like the Sydney Opera House clad in festive colors.
    from AU$ 44

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    Whale breaching near city skyline during a whale watching cruise.

    Sydney Whale Watching Cruises

    Experience the wonder of Sydney's humpback whales on our curated collection of Whale Watching Cruises. Join them for an exhilarating journey, complete with informative commentary and prime viewing spots for an unforgettable adventure.
    from AU$ 63.50

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    Cruise ship near Sydney Harbour Bridge on Captain Cook Cruises tour.

    Captain Cook Cruises Sydney

    Discover the magic of Sydney Harbour with Captain Cook Cruises. Whether you're indulging in a delicious meal, capturing Insta-worthy shots of iconic landmarks, or soaking up the stunning views from a cozy spot on deck, there's something for everyone. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Sydney's skyline, day or night.
    from AU$ 29

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    Cruise ship near Sydney Opera House

    Top Sydney Cruise Offers & Discounts

    Soak in harbour views, enjoy sunset sails, or dine on the water, all at unbeatable prices. From quick sightseeing cruises to full-day sailings, explore limited-time deals across top-rated Sydney Harbour experiences.
    from AU$ 39

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    Aerial view of boats and yachts moored in Jervis Bay, surrounded by lush greenery and coastal town.

    Jervis Bay Whale Watching Cruises

    Set out on a Jervis Bay whale watching cruise for close encounters with humpback whales, dolphins, and stunning coastal scenery. Enjoy expert commentary and an unforgettable adventure on the water.
    from AU$ 52

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    Couple taking a selfie on a Sydney Harbour Cruise with the Opera House in the background.
    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch
    Cruises
    AU$79
    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 86 ratings.From AU$79
    Free cancellation
    Couple dining on a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise.
    Multi-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
    Cruises
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    AU$129
    Multi-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 945 ratings.From AU$129
    Free cancellation
    Visitors boarding Big Bus Sydney at Dawes Point with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.
    Big Bus: Sydney Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Hop-on Hop-off Harbour Cruise
    Tours
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    AU$75
    Big Bus: Sydney Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Hop-on Hop-off Harbour Cruise. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1735 ratings.From AU$75
    Free cancellation
    Couple dining on Sydney Harbour cruise with server presenting wine.
    Luxury Gold Penfolds 6-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
    Cruises
    from AU$299
    AU$269.10
    10% off
    Luxury Gold Penfolds 6-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1785 ratings.From AU$269.10
    Free cancellation
    Breaching whale near a cruise ship during a whale watching tour in Sydney.
    Sydney Harbour Whale Watching Cruise by Captain Cook
    Sydney Whale Watching Cruises
    from AU$95
    AU$85
    11% off
    Sydney Harbour Whale Watching Cruise by Captain Cook. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3740 ratings.From AU$85
    Sydney Opera House illuminated during Vivid Lights Cruise.
    Vivid Sydney Sightseeing Cruise
    Vivid Sydney
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    AU$44
    Vivid Sydney Sightseeing Cruise. Rated 4 out of 5 from 43 ratings.From AU$44
    Humpback whale breaching during Sydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruise.
    Sydney Whale Watching Cruise
    Sydney Whale Watching Cruises
    AU$63.50
    Sydney Whale Watching Cruise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 65 ratings.From AU$63.50
    Tourists enjoying a Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise with city skyline views.
    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
    Cruises
    from AU$34
    AU$29
    15% off
    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2067 ratings.From AU$29
    Free cancellation
    Cabaret cruise ship with colorful lights on Sydney Harbour near Opera House.
    Sydney Harbour Cabaret Cruise with 3-Course Dinner
    Cruises
    AU$175
    Sydney Harbour Cabaret Cruise with 3-Course Dinner. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From AU$175
    Free cancellation
    Couple dining on a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise.
    Captain Cook 3 or 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
    Cruises
    from
    AU$129
    Captain Cook 3 or 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 945 ratings.From AU$129
    Free cancellation
    Group enjoying a three-course dining cruise with wine.
    3-Course Long Lunch Cruise in Sydney
    Cruises
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    AU$129
    3-Course Long Lunch Cruise in Sydney. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2748 ratings.From AU$129
    Cruise ship on Sydney Harbour at night with Sydney Opera House in the background.
    Vivid Sydney Buffet Dinner Cruise with Open Bar
    Vivid Sydney
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    AU$49
    Vivid Sydney Buffet Dinner Cruise with Open Bar. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From AU$49
    Free cancellation
    Sydney Opera House illuminated with colorful patterns during Vivid 2022 Cruise.
    Vivid Sydney Glass Boat Dinner Cruise
    Vivid Sydney
    AU$185
    Vivid Sydney Glass Boat Dinner Cruise . Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From AU$185
    Cruise ship with "Vivid Sydney" lights passing Sydney Harbour Bridge at night.
    Vivid Sydney Cruise with 3-Course Dinner & Live Music
    Vivid Sydney
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    AU$225
    Vivid Sydney Cruise with 3-Course Dinner & Live Music . Rated 3 out of 5 from 2 ratings.From AU$225
    Free cancellation
    Sydney Opera House illuminated during Vivid Sydney Cruises.
    Vivid Sydney Canapés Cruise with Complimentary Drink
    Vivid Sydney
    AU$75
    Vivid Sydney Canapés Cruise with Complimentary Drink. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 15 ratings.From AU$75
    Tall ship sailing in Sydney Harbour with Sydney Opera House in the background.
    Tall Ship Lunch or Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
    Cruises
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    AU$89
    Tall Ship Lunch or Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings.From AU$89
    Free cancellation
    Koala on a branch at Taronga Zoo with Sydney skyline and whale watching boat in the background.
    Combo [Save 4%]: Sydney Whale Watching Cruise + Taronga Zoo Tickets
    Sydney Whale Watching Cruises
    AU$135
    AU$129.60
    4% off
    Combo [Save 4%]: Sydney Whale Watching Cruise + Taronga Zoo Tickets. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2057 ratings.From AU$129.60
    Cruise ship on Sydney Harbour near Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
    Captain Cook 2 or 3-Course Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour
    Cruises
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    AU$109
    Captain Cook 2 or 3-Course Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2592 ratings.From AU$109
    Free cancellation
    Cruise ship sailing in front of Sydney Opera House with city skyline in background.
    Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise
    Cruises
    AU$75
    Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 11 ratings.From AU$75
    Free cancellation
    Tourists watching dolphins from a boat on Jervis Bay Dolphin Watch Cruise, Sydney.
    Jervis Bay Dolphin Watching Cruise
    Jervis Bay Whale Watching Cruises
    AU$52
    Jervis Bay Dolphin Watching Cruise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 263 ratings.From AU$52
    Free cancellation
    Cruise ship passing under Sydney Harbour Bridge with Opera House in view.
    Sydney Harbour Hop-on Hop-off Cruise
    Cruises
    from AU$45
    AU$39
    13% off
    Sydney Harbour Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3110 ratings.From AU$39
    Free cancellation
    Couple dining with wine on Vivid Sydney dinner cruise.
    6-Course Gold Dinner Cruise Sydney
    Cruises
    from AU$225
    AU$202.50
    10% off
    6-Course Gold Dinner Cruise Sydney. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2007 ratings.From AU$202.50
    Free cancellation
    Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge at sunset with cruise ship in foreground.
    Vivid Sydney Sunset Cruise with Multi-Course Menu
    Vivid Sydney
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    AU$99
    Vivid Sydney Sunset Cruise with Multi-Course Menu . Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From AU$99
    Jet boat splashing through water near Sydney Harbour Bridge with passengers.
    Oz Jet Boating Experience in Sydney
    Tours
    AU$70.35
    Oz Jet Boating Experience in Sydney. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 703 ratings.From AU$70.35
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    What our guests say

    Martin P

    New Zealand
    Couple
    2 weeks ago
    The Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch is a wondeful way to spend a beautiful Sydney day in such an iconic place. The scenery was wonderful, the buffet lunch was delicious and healthy, the bar was great, and Ron's commentary was superb. Highly recommended.

    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch

    Neil T

    United Kingdom
    Solo
    Jan 2026
    Loved this experience. First time in Sydney and a few days to spend sightseeing prior to the Ashes. I chose the midday trip as it included a meal which was really good. Well prepared dishes with plenty of choice and no feeling that if you weren't at the front there wouldn't be enough to go around. The commentary kept us informed of queue length so we I didn't miss any of the sights. Over 2 hours on the boat and not a dull moment with a full commentary of interesting facts and places to see. I particularly like it that the captain stopped the boat so we could get some good pictures of the Opera House from the far side of the Harbour Bridge. Boat was clean and looked well cared for. I'd recommended having the trip at the start of a visit as it gives you ideas of other places to visit (Zoo, Maritime Museum, Manly etc). You obviously also see views and aspects of other Sydney landmarks that are not possible from the land. Thoroughly enjoyable start to my visit.

    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch

    Palak S

    India
    Family
    Apr 2026
    It is one of the best zoo that we visited so far. Kids and adults enjoyed the place, shows were amazing. Follow the map with green circles and you will be able to cover the entire zoo. It is huge with more than 3000 species so it will be helpful to follow the map which also have details about the shows. Start early morning, since we prebooked with headout we were able to directly enter in to the zoo and did not had to wait in the ticket counter queue which was long due to school break.

    Combo: Taronga Zoo Tickets + Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

    Owen R

    Australia
    Family
    Jan 2026
    Staff very efficient and friendly. All the different bay sights really great in good weather. Alighted only at Manly (very viby) - DeVita restaurant outstanding. Returned to Circular Key and visited the Opera House.

    Sydney Harbour Hop-on Hop-off Cruise

    Steve W

    United Kingdom
    Solo
    Dec 2025
    Pleasant way to see Sydney from the water, good photo opportunities. Friendly staff and good commentary. Free tea and coffee

    Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

    Nufail K

    Australia
    Couple
    Last week
    My partner and I were very pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to board the vessel. But the table setup was delightful, and we felt special by being served by a dedicated staffer. The staffer was very pleasant and was able to meet our requirements including ensuring our dietary were catered for. Later on the atmosphere created with the onboard musician/singer was perfect.

    Multi-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour

    David I

    Canada
    Couple
    Apr 2026
    The lunch we had was really good and came out at a nice easy pace, so you didn't feel rushed. Our server was extremely friendly and attentive. While others left early at one of the stops, we were glad we stayed to the end as we made a further run in the harbour. It was a great way see around the area. The atmosphere aboard was relaxing and we were so to have chosen this trip.

    3-Course Long Lunch Cruise in Sydney

    Holger S

    Germany
    Couple
    Mar 2026
    All in all, a nice tour. That’s what I think. Finding the stops was very difficult, since the signs were mostly hard to spot or completely missing. Otherwise, it was a great experience.

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