SYDNEY HARBOUR · ON THE WATER
The evening, on the water.
The 15 most popular sydney harbour dinner cruises, reviewed. Where each one sails, what lands on the plate, the price per head and who runs the boat.
Cruise Sydney Harbour at sunset time with a 3- or 4-course dinner, live music on weekends, and a window-seat option for Bridge and Opera House views.
Most Popular“We had a lovely time. The food was really nice (value for money). Staff lovely. Ambience and surroundings amazing of course. The only thing it could have been a little longer as we were enjoying it so much.”
A 2-hour Sydney Harbour starlight dinner cruise with floodlit Bridge and Opera House views, a 4-course meal, and upper-deck star-gazing.
“The scenery was gorgeous and the ship lovely. The boarding process was very confusing with nobody there at the dock to tell people where the ship was or what the process was. Food was okay, not exactly what was described on the website. But staff did a good job and we definitely enjoyed the evening.”
Sail past Sydney icons on a restored tall ship at twilight, with live onboard commentary and an included dinner from the Rocks.
“Was cool to go out on the harbour on a sailing yacht. Didn’t get to see much of the harbour. The elderly gentleman guide was interesting to listen too from history perspective but injected too much of his lefty political rhetoric into his talk which was really unnecessary so I left to explore the boy…”
Sunset Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with a 3-course meal, NSW wine, and panoramic top-deck views of the Opera House and Bridge.
“The cruise around Sydney‘s Harbour was pleasant. The food was good. The boat arrived five minutes before departure time.”
A 2-hour twilight tall ship cruise in Sydney Harbour with a three-course dinner, hands-on sailing, and views of the Opera House and Bridge.
Sydney Harbour Penfolds Gold dinner cruise from Darling Harbour: six-course meal, wine pairing, open bar, and weekend live music.
“Beautiful food and wine. Attentive service. Very well organized event. We enjoyed a beautiful evening on the water that included live entertainment.”
A 4.25-hour Latino dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour with an international buffet, Brazilian dance, DJ night, and great Opera House views.
“My daughter's birthday dinner celebration on the Latino cruise was amazing, and she told me, "Mommy, I never had so much fun like this!"”
Sydney Harbour sunset dinner cruise from Circular Quay with Opera House and Harbour Bridge views plus a 3- or 4-course meal onboard.
“This was a event that was part of my birthday celebration with my close friends. The views were great and the food was overall enjoyable. I appreciate the unexpected birthday shootout from the singer. If you heading to Sydney Definitely add this to your list to do you will not be disappointed. :)”
Latin dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour with Opera House and Bridge views, free-flowing drinks, DJ, Brazilian show, plus a 4-hour dinner.
“Meeting people from around the globe very friendly staff very obliging entertainment upbeat and made the evening a success”
Voyage of Love cabaret plus a three-course dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour aboard a paddlewheeler with Opera House and Bridge views.
“Most amazing night ever! The show was fabulous, the food was delicious and service was amazing! My partner also proposed to me wirh the sunset in the background which the cabaret crew filmed. Could not have asked for a better night”
Sunset kayak on Sydney Harbour to Milk Beach and Shark Island, with a guided dinner paddle and gourmet picnic dinner.
“It was a thrilling adventure with stunning scenery. Sam was the perfect host. Highly recommend this experience for adventure lovers!! 5/5 for me.”
Luxury dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour with Bollinger Champagne, gourmet buffet, and fireworks at midnight from a reserved 100m spot.
“If the Sydney New Year’s fireworks are on your bucket list this cruise puts you in a perfect spot to see everything. The food and drink is impeccable and captain and wife with crew are able to satisfy all needs. Yes it is worth it!”
Enjoy a 2-hour Sydney Harbour sunset dinner cruise with a buffet meal, tea/coffee, and big views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
“The dinner was good but it was a little congested getting everyone through. They do let passengers smoke on the top view deck and I did not enjoy constantly getting hit with ash and breathing in the smoke”
Sydney Harbour starlight dinner cruise from Circular Quay with Opera House and Harbour Bridge views, four-course dinner, and weekend live music.
“Timely. Lively Christmas Spirit. Great Views of Sydney Harbor and its surroundings . OK food. Friendly staff.”
Sydney Harbour glass boat dinner cruise with 4-course Australian meal and wine pairing, panoramic Opera House and Harbour Bridge views.
“It is great experience, but there seem to be lack of communication with the cruise company.”
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