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Sydney Harbour dinner cruises
Select Your Experience
- Best for couples, friends, or visitors celebrating a special dining experience with stunning evening views.
- Book this if you want an evening of fine dining on the water, with views of the Opera House while savoring gourmet dishes.
- What’s unique: You’ll cruise aboard the Sydney 2000, a super-cruiser with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing uninterrupted views of the skyline.
- Icing on the cake: Choose between a 3- or 4-course meal, with the option of a window seat on your Captain Cook cruise.
- Best for couples, friends, or visitors celebrating a special dining experience with stunning evening views.
- Book this if you want an evening of fine dining on the water, with views of the Opera House while savoring gourmet dishes.
- What’s unique: You’ll cruise aboard the Sydney 2000, a super-cruiser with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing uninterrupted views of the skyline.
- Icing on the cake: Choose between a 3- or 4-course meal, with the option of a window seat on your Captain Cook cruise.
Inclusions
- 2 or 3-hour Sydney Harbour dinner cruise (based on option selected)
- Cruise aboard AC super-cruiser Sydney 2000
- 3 or 4-course meal (based on option selected)
- Guaranteed window seating (based on option selected)
- Live music on weekends and special events
Dinner Menu
Exclusions
- Alcoholic beverages (available to purchase on board)
- Tip: Don't miss the smaller sights like glowing lighthouses, illuminated forts, or the twinkling boats bobbing on the water.
- The meal includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.
- Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
- Strict dress code: Wear smart casuals.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Assistance dogs and pets are allowed, provided they are restrained in a suitable box, basket, or other container at all times whilst onboard
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Best for luxury seekers who want an elevated dining experience paired with premium Penfolds wines, all while cruising Sydney Harbour.
- Book this if you want an exclusive, 6-course gourmet dinner with nighttime views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, perfect for a special occasion.
- What’s unique: You’ll be treated to hand-picked wines from Penfolds, paired with fresh salads, scallops, and dessert.
- Icing on the cake: Upgrade to a window seat on this Captain Cook cruise for guaranteed views of Sydney’s glittering skyline.
- Best for luxury seekers who want an elevated dining experience paired with premium Penfolds wines, all while cruising Sydney Harbour.
- Book this if you want an exclusive, 6-course gourmet dinner with nighttime views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, perfect for a special occasion.
- What’s unique: You’ll be treated to hand-picked wines from Penfolds, paired with fresh salads, scallops, and dessert.
- Icing on the cake: Upgrade to a window seat on this Captain Cook cruise for guaranteed views of Sydney’s glittering skyline.
Inclusions
- 3-hour Sydney Harbour luxury dinner cruise
- Cruise on AC super-cruiser Sydney 2000
- 6-course dinner (see menu here)
- Penfolds' Gold beverage selection
- Penfolds' private bin and vintage wines
- House spirits, liqueurs, beers, and soft drinks
- Live music on weekends
- Guaranteed window seating (if option selected)
- Tip: Don't miss the smaller sights like glowing lighthouses, illuminated forts, or the twinkling boats bobbing on the water.
- The meal includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.
- Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Assistance dogs and pets are allowed, provided they are restrained in a suitable box, basket, or other container at all times whilst onboard.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Best for anyone looking for a unique dining experience that blends adventure with history aboard an 1850s-style tall ship.
- Book this if you want a dining experience unlike any other, on a historic vessel, while sailing past the Sydney Opera House.
- What’s unique: You’ll be cruising on a tall ship which gives you a rare opportunity to sail Sydney Harbour like the sailors of the past.
- Icing on the cake: The option to go for a champagne brunch or take part in a mast climb makes this an interactive and customizable experience.
- Best for anyone looking for a unique dining experience that blends adventure with history aboard an 1850s-style tall ship.
- Book this if you want a dining experience unlike any other, on a historic vessel, while sailing past the Sydney Opera House.
- What’s unique: You’ll be cruising on a tall ship which gives you a rare opportunity to sail Sydney Harbour like the sailors of the past.
- Icing on the cake: The option to go for a champagne brunch or take part in a mast climb makes this an interactive and customizable experience.
Inclusions
- 2 or 2.5-hour tall ship dining cruise (based on option selected)
- Lunch cruise (see menu here) (if option selected)
- Dinner cruise (see menu here) (if option selected)
- Champagne brunch cruise (see menu here) (if option selected)
- Wine and canapes cruise (see menu here) (if option selected)
Exclusions
- Mast climb challenge (available to purchase onsite)
- Tip: Bandana? Check. Eye patch? Optional (but way more fun!). Grab a striped shirt, some rolled-up pants, and anything else that screams "pirate."
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children between 4-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult passenger.
- For the consumption of alcoholic beverages, all guests are required to be at least 21 years old and present a valid photo identification for verification purposes.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Find your Sydney Harbour dinner cruise match
Experience name
Boarding point
Timings
Food & beverages
Entertainment
Boat type
Book tickets
3 or 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
King Street Wharf no. 1
5pm to 7pm or 7pm to 10pm
Contemporary Australian cuisine, alcoholic beverages
Live music on weekends
Sightseeing cruiser
Tall Ship Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch/Brunch/Dinner
Campbell’s Cove Jetty
5pm to 6:30pm or 5pm to 7:30pm
Canapes, Australian dinner paired with wines
Restored Southern Swan or Soren Larsen
Vivid Festival Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Dinner
King Street Wharf no. 3
6pm to 7:30pm or 7:30pm to 9pm
Buffet dinner, complimentary beverage
Luxury catamaran
Vivid Festival Sightseeing Cruise with 2 or 3-Course Dinner & Live Music
Captain Cook cruises, King Street Wharf
5pm to 7pm or 7pm to 10pm
Australian cuisine
Optional live music upgrade
AC sightseeing cruiser
Luxury Gold Penfolds 6-Course Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
Check booking voucher
7pm to 10pm
Australian cuisine, vintage wines, house spirits, beers, soft drinks
Live music on weekends
Luxury sightseeing cruiser
6-Course Gold Dinner Cruise Sydney
King Street Wharf no. 1
5:30pm to 7:30 pm or 7pm to 9pm
Australian a la carte menu, beverages on purchase
Live music and dancing on weekends
Luxury sightseeing cruiser
Vivid Festival Tall Ship Cruise with Dinner
Campbell’s Cove Jetty
Slots from 6pm to 8pm; 1.5 hrs
Australian cuisine and wine
Restored Southern Swan or Soren Larsen
Know before going on a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise
Timings
Best time to visit
Boarding point
Facilities
Dress code
Rules & Tips
Sydney Harbour dinner cruises usually start at around 5pm and 7pm and can go on up to 10pm. The cruise duration usually depends on the inclusions in your itinerary. However, most cruises are about 90 minutes and can go up to 3 hours.
The boarding time for your cruise is usually 15-20 minutes before the departure time mentioned on your voucher. We suggest that you arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time to ensure you’re able to board your cruise and settle down before the boat departs.
Spring and summer (from September to February)is the best time to go on a dinner cruise in Sydney. Spring and summer in Australia are relatively cool with low chances of rain, and dinner cruises are especially charming at this time of the year. However, there may be large crowds as well so you may have to make your reservations in advance.
Autumns and winters (from March to August) are a little chilly over the waters. Especially during peak winters (April to June), we suggest that you carry a few extra layers to keep yourself warm. The Vivid Sydney festival of art and lights is also usually around this time of the year, making Vivid Sydney dinner cruises an extremely popular activity amongst tourists. Expect greater crowds during the festival and make your bookings in advance to avoid missing out on them.
Weekday cruises also tend to have fewer crowds. However, some cruises are only available over the weekends, but you may upgrade your seats for premium and private seating as well.
Sydney Harbour dinner cruises usually have multiple boarding points across the harbor. However, the most common boarding point for most dinner cruises is King Street Wharf.
Address: The Promenade, Lime St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia. Find on Maps
By bus: Nearest bus stops are at the King Street Wharf stops on both Erskine Street and King Street. Buses 252 and 261 stop here.
By ferry or HOHO: Get down at King Street Wharf and walk over to the wharf number of your cruise.
Car parks nearby: Secure parking - King St. Wharf and 132 Sussex Street Car Park
- Note: Get the wharf number for your specific cruise on your mobile voucher.
- Indoor-outdoor seating: Whether you want to sit under the stars or inside the cabin, you will most likely be able to choose your seating.
- Upgraded window seats: Some cruises with multiple decks allow you to upgrade your seats to a window seat for an additional price.
- Welcome drink: Some cruises welcome you aboard with a complimentary drink.
- Comprehensive menus: Select from a wide variety of dishes and beverages for your dinner.
- Dietary inclusions: If you have any special dietary requirements, mention them while booking your tickets and the cruise will try to accommodate your requests.
- Wheelchair accessibility: Some cruises are also wheelchair accessible. Do confirm the same before booking your specific cruise to ensure that the necessary accommodations can be made.
- Trained skipper: Most dinner cruises also include an experienced deckhand or skipper to address any concerns or requests you may have during your meal.
- Live music: Usually over the weekends, some cruises offer live music and dancing.
A Sydney dinner cruise is a sophisticated affair where a certain amount of etiquette is expected. If you step aboard wearing flip-flops, you’re certain to raise some eyebrows.
We suggest that you dress in smart casuals, or if you’re willing to go the extra mile, even in semi-formals for your dinner cruise.
This means that men can wear formal and semi-formal shirts, either with a blazer or jacket. Ties and bowties are encouraged. For shoes, you can wear semi-formal derbys or loafers with a matching pair of socks.
For women, we recommend semi-formal and smart casual dresses or a semi-formal blouse with a skirt. Peep-toes or pumps with a short heel or even stilettos would be a great pick.
- Follow safety instructions: Boarding a vessel that floats atop water is bound to have some safety rules. Make sure that you follow the rules mentioned on signs or shared by the crew.
- Keep your children close: Keep your child accompanied at all times to make sure that they don’t wander off, especially if there are any obstacles on the deck.
- Arrive early: Boarding for the cruise usually starts 20 minutes before departure. Be sure to arrive on time to get some time to settle down.
- Carry medication for sickness: If you’re prone to feeling carsick or seasick, carry the necessary medication for your cruise to ensure you’re not queasy during your dinner.
Frequently asked questions about Sydney Harbour dinner cruises
Are there veg and non-veg options available on Sydney cruises?
Yes, you have both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available on most dinner cruises. While booking your tickets, you can most likely also view the menu for that cruise for you to refer.
Can the dinner cruise take some special dietary requests for me?
Your Sydney dinner cruise can certainly take any special requests you may have. To make sure that the crew makes the necessary inclusions for your dietary requests, mention them while booking your tickets itself.
Can children get mocktails?
Sydney Harbour dinner cruises usually offer both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options. You will be provided with a beverage menu that has a selection of wines, spirits, cocktails and mocktails.
Can I get recommendations during my dinner on the cruise?
Some cruises have an experienced deckhand or skipper who can not only keep you comfortable throughout your meal but also share recommendations for your meal. Even otherwise, you can rest assured that the meals are carefully paired with curated beverage selections for your dinner cruise in Sydney.
Is it worth going on a dining cruise in Sydney?
The Sydney Harbour has a spectacular view of the cityscape, with old buildings of the Rocks on one side and the urban backdrop behind the Opera House on the other, especially after dark. Pair this with a delectable Australian gourmet meal and you have the perfect way to spend time with your close family or special someone. With a variety of food and beverage options, a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise is a must-have experience on your Sydney holiday bucket list.
What meal options can I get for my dinner cruise?
Depending on the Sydney Harbour dinner cruise you book, you can get a buffet meal, a mid-range meal with 2-3 courses and one beverage. A luxury dinner cruise usually has up to 6 courses of meals, free-flowing wine and beer and other beverage assortments.
Can I get a wheelchair accessible table?
Some dinner cruises are accessible by wheelchairs with special tables and other accommodations made available. However, we suggest that you confirm the wheelchair accessibility on your ticket before booking. Share any additional requests you may have while making the booking itself so that the necessary accommodations can be made before your arrival.