Sightseeing Cruises

Sydney Harbour Hop-on Hop-off Cruise

Name: Sydney Harbour Hop-on Hop-off Cruise
Start: 2026-09-12T09:00:00
End: 2026-09-12T19:20:00
Location: Sydney

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. Operator: Sealink Captain Cook Cruises

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)

FREQUENCY60 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERShip
FIRST DEPARTURECircular Quay Wharf 6
LAST DEPARTURECircular Quay Wharf 6
Timeline
Map
1. Circular Quay Wharf 6
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2 attractions
Sydney Opera House
3 minutes walk
Sydney Harbour Bridge
4 minutes walk
2. Taronga Zoo Wharf
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Tickets included (based on selection)
1 attraction
Taronga Zoo
4 minutes walk
3. Shark Island Wharf
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1 attraction
Shark Island
4. Clifton Gardens Wharf
5. Watsons Bay
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6. Manly, Wharf 3
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1 attraction
Corso
3 minutes walk

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

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What our guests say
Julie H
Group
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Apr 2026
We had an amazing day today, loved the hop on hop off ferry! Very easy to use, very fast and efficient. Wonderful ride through the harbour.
Jorge V
Couple
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Jul 2026
Jewelyn D
Couple
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Jun 2026
James L
Couple
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Apr 2026
Owen R
Family
Verified booking
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.

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.

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