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Sydney Harbour Hop-on Hop-off Cruise

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Cruise ship near Sydney Opera House on Hop-On-Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise.
Cruise ship docked at Circular Quay with Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge in view.
Watson's Bay view of Sydney Harbour with city skyline and sailboats.

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Experience Sydney's charm with a 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off pass, covering key attractions at Sydney Harbour with option access to Taronga Zoo.

    • Explore the best of Sydney with maximum convenience as you hop on and off unlimited times with your 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off cruise pass.

    • This Captain Cook-operated cruise has 6 distinct stops at Sydney Harbour with regular daily departures, allowing you to board and disembark as you please.

    • Opt for Taronga Zoo tickets, experience the remarkable diversity of Australian fauna, and see animals such as koalas, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils.

    • Get to know more about the locations you pass by through audio commentary available onboard and free Wi-Fi.

    • The most popular stops along your cruise route include Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, and Darling Harbour.

    • 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off unlimited cruise (based on option selected)

    • Access to 2 routes (Mon to Fri & Sat to Sun with public holidays)

    • Access to indoor and outdoor decks

    • Smartphone commentary in English, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Korean, Chinese & Hindi

    • Free Wi-Fi onboard

    • Entry to Taronga Zoo (based on option selected)

    • Return ferry trip from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour (based on option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Melanie Hall

    Melanie

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Dirk Thomas Mittmann

    Dirk

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

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    Esra

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

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    Roy George

    Roy

    Oct, 2024Verified booking

    5/5
    I recently did the Sydney Harbour Hop-On Hop-Off Cruise with a visit to Taronga Zoo, and despite some rain, it was an enjoyable and memorable experience. The cruise itself was a fantastic way to explore Sydney’s iconic harbor, offering beautiful views of landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The flexibility of the hop-on, hop-off system allowed us to explore at our own pace, and it was convenient to stop at different locations along the harbor. Unfortunately, the weather was a bit rainy during the day, which limited the time we could spend outside on the boat. But even with the rain, the views from inside were still spectacular. Taronga Zoo was the highlight of the trip, especially getting to see Australia’s unique wildlife. The zoo is beautifully designed, with incredible views of the harbor as a backdrop. Overall, while the rain put a slight damper on the experience, the hop-on hop-off cruise and visit to Taronga Zoo were still fantastic. It’s a perfect way to see Sydney’s famous harbor and spend time with nature at the zoo. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Sydney.
    Huyen-Chau Tran

    Huyen-chau

    Nov, 2024Verified booking

    3/5
    The cruise schedule was not provided until we exchanged our tickets at the dock, so we didn't know that the cruise only had 2 scheduled time for 1 of the hop locations early in the morning. We didn't go early and so we were not able to stop at that location.
  • What to bring

    • Stay ahead of the game; download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.

    • Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

    What's not allowed

    • Keep in mind smoking is not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

    Accessibility

    • The entry decks are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome onboard.

    Additional information

    • Pets are allowed on board provided they are restrained in a suitable box, basket, or another container at all times whilst onboard.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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