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Top 15 Sydney Harbour Cruises

43 tours  ·  from $31 a head

The bridge, the opera house and a working ferry network that doubles as cheap sightseeing. These 15 cover the dinner boats, the lunch runs, the sunset sails and the jet boats, each with its price and how close it really gets.

Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour - Boarding at King Street Wharf
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Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

1.Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,122 reviews · from $89Our pick

Review the Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour, with bridge and Opera House views, dining, music, pricing, and useful tips.

“Booked premium tickets which we believed included guaranteed window seat. When we boarded we were told cannot have window seat because we had booked thru Viator. Did not see much as we were placed in middle area with people either side of us.”

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Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with 3, 4 or 6-Course Menu - The route from Darling Harbour to Sydney Harbour
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Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with 3, 4 or 6-Course Menu

30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist - Starting at Jetty 1 beside the Opera House
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

Sydney: Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch - A relaxed two-hour route through Sydney Harbour
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Sydney: Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch

Sydney Harbour Starlight Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour - Boarding at King Street Wharf
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Sydney Harbour Starlight Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

5.Sydney Harbour Starlight Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 774 reviews · from $111

Review of Sydney’s 2-hour Starlight Dinner Cruise, with harbour views, four-course dining, live music, pricing, seating tips, and practical advice.

“Windows at table were dirty, too much interior lighting reflection to see anything once it got dark, spent 15 minutes at a second pick up location and by that time I was done eating. Took 1/2 hour to get dessert. Once I left the dining area and got on top, it was 100% great from there!”

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Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour - Exploring 2,900 animals across ten themed areas
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Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry – Sydney Harbour

6.Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry – Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 722 reviews · from $56

Ride the ferry to Taronga Zoo for koalas, keeper talks, harbor views, and a flexible Sydney day out at good value.

“An amazing zoo. It had been over 40 years since my last visit and still a great day out for young and old, families. Didn’t disappoint and we really enjoyed our visit. A must to do when in Sydney.”

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Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch - Passing beneath Sydney Harbour Bridge
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Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

7.Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 511 reviews · from $53

Review of Sydney’s 2-hour harbour lunch cruise, with Opera House views, Bridge photos, buffet dining, commentary, tips, and practical advice.

“Great cruise with amazing views of Sydney Harbour. The lunch was delicious and the staff were lovely. Very relaxing and well worth it. Would definitely recommend!”

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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride - The Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the water
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

Journey Beyond All-Inclusive Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise - Starting at King Street Wharf 8
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Sydney: 3-Course All Inclusive Dinner Harbour Cruise - The first harbour views are the best photo window
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Sydney: 3-Course All Inclusive Dinner Harbour Cruise

Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet - Finding Eastern Pontoon at Circular Quay
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Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Sydney: Harbour View Lunch Cruise from Darling Harbour - Sydney Harbour Bridge: The First Great Photo Moment
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Sydney: Harbour View Lunch Cruise from Darling Harbour

Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Harbour Cruise with Commentary - Darling Harbour combines attractions, food, and city energy
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Sydney: Hop-on Hop-off Harbour Cruise with Commentary

13.Hop-on Hop-off Harbour Cruise with Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 258 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $31Best value

Review of Sydney’s hop-on hop-off harbour cruise, with stop-by-stop advice, timing tips, value notes, and help deciding between one or two days.

“When I booked 9 tickets it was mainly to visit Fort Denison, due to closures we were unable to. I am disappointed we were not told at the time there could be issues. other than that the service itself was good.”

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Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise - Passing the Harbour Bridge at lunchtime
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Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

14.Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 257 reviews · from $204

Review of Sydney’s all-inclusive harbour lunch cruise, with gourmet food, local wine, beer, Opera House views, practical tips, and value advice.

“This was such a lovely experience! The ship was very nice and the crew was very kind and accommodating! The food was delicious and all the Prosecco was very nice! This is a great way to explore the sea!”

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Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch - The Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Fort Denison
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Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch

15.Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · from $251

Review of Sydney’s intimate four-hour yacht cruise with harbour views, barbecue lunch, beer, wine, and practical tips for a smooth afternoon.

“Love the crew! They are so nice and friendly. Always there if you need anything. The food was really good. And the views are awesome!! Just wish it went to more places that you could take a dip in the water instead of views of the city.”

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