Boat Tours in Sydney at a glance
- Our pick: Sydney Harbour Cruise: Opera House & Bridge with Live Commentary, AU$ 59 per person (1h 30m, 4.68★ · 896).
- Top rated: Sydney: 45-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour Spins, AU$ 119 per person (45m, 4.96★ · 222).
- Private option: Sydney Harbour: 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour Bridge, AU$ 85 per person (30m, 4.70★ · 27).
Price per person across the 33 options priced per person: AU$ 59–AU$ 1,700 (median AU$ 119). With 100+ reviews: 17 of 34.
Of the 34 options: 29 with live guides in English, 29 with free cancellation, 27 with instant confirmation, 6 with hotel pickup, 25 kid-friendly, 5 private and 24 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Boat Tours in Sydney — Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and 14 more
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34 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Sydney Harbour Cruise: Opera House & Bridge with Live Commentary Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise with live commentary on Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens. Morning or afternoon departure, includes tea and coffee onboard. Every day · 10:15, 14:30 and 16:15 · All ages ★ 4.68 (896 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 59 per person
Blue Mountains Day Tour: Scenic World & Harbour Cruise Ten-hour Blue Mountains tour from Sydney with Sydney Zoo, Scenic World and Parramatta River cruise included. Every day · 06:45 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.67 (1,782 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 105 per person
Sydney Harbour Cruise with Lunch and Live Commentary Cruise Sydney Harbour past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge on a shared boat with buffet lunch, tea and coffee included, and live commentary on the sights. Every day · 12:00 · All ages ★ 4.62 (656 reviews) Duration: 2h 15m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 79 per person
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch: Harbour Sights & Open Ocean Whale watching cruise from Sydney Harbour with BBQ lunch and live commentary. Views of the Bridge, Botanic Gardens and Manly Beach. May to November. Next departure: 28 May 2027 · From age 5 ★ 4.50 (958 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 89 per person
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise: Small Groups, Sighting Guarantee Small-group whale watching in Sydney Harbour with sighting guarantee. Cruise under the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House with expert crew. Next departure: 14 Nov 2027 · All ages ★ 4.87 (703 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 149 per person
Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise Sail past the Opera House & Harbour Bridge on a tall ship at sunset. Includes 2-hour cruise, three-course dinner, views of Fort Denison and Taronga Zoo. Every day · 17:30 · All ages ★ 4.27 (493 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 89 per person
Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: 2 or 3-Course Dining Cruise Sydney Harbour aboard MV Sydney 2000 with a 2 or 3-course lunch, window seating available. The Opera House and Harbour Bridge frame your meal. Wed–Sun · 12:00 · All ages ★ 4.37 (317 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 109 per person
Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise: Opera House & Bridge at Sunset Three-course dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour with views of Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Small groups (max 90), wine included, departures 5:10pm–6:10pm depending on season. Tue–Sat · 18:10 · All ages ★ 4.62 (445 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from AU$ 161 per person
30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Thunder Twist Stunts Ride Thunder Jet through Sydney Harbour for 30 minutes of high-speed spins and slides past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, with ponchos provided to stay dry. Every day · 7 start times, 11:30 to 15:30 · From age 6 ★ 4.94 (944 reviews) Duration: 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 85 per person
Sydney: 45-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour Spins Jet boat tour through Sydney Harbour past the Opera House and Taronga Zoo. 45 minutes at 75 km/h with spins and slides. Includes ponchos and life jackets. Daily at 12:30pm. Every day · 12:30 · From age 6 ★ 4.96 (222 reviews) Duration: 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 119 per person
Sydney: Taronga Zoo & Harbour Hop-On Hop-Off 2-Day Cruise Two days of Sydney Harbour hopping between Circular Quay, Manly, Watsons Bay, Shark Island and Taronga Zoo with full zoo entry and recorded commentary included. Every day · No fixed time · All ages ★ 4.27 (73 reviews) Duration: 4h–16h ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 89 per person
Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: Opera House & Bridge Views All-inclusive lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour with wine pairings, seafood & local beef. Passes Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Taronga Zoo. Departs Darling Harbour. Every day except Monday and Wednesday · 11:55 · All ages ★ 4.78 (268 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from AU$ 119 per person
Sydney Whale Watching Cruise: Humpbacks & Sighting Guarantee Whale watching cruise from Circular Quay with live commentary and sighting guarantee. See humpback whales on their migration, May to November. Small groups, open-air decks. Next departure: 15 May 2027 · All ages ★ 4.20 (249 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 104 per person
Blue Mountains: Private Wildlife Park & River Cruise Day Trip Feel the crisp air of the Blue Mountains, meet koalas at Featherdale, and cruise Sydney Harbour: all with private pickup and a guide who knows every hidden lookout. Every day except Saturday · 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.89 (119 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 695 per person
Sydney Harbour sunset cruise: Opera House and Bridge at dusk Cruise Sydney Harbour at sunset aboard a 10.5m catamaran with views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Grazing platter and beverage included. Every day except Saturday · 19:00 · All ages ★ 4.69 (254 reviews) Duration: 1h ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 59 per person
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Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: Small Group Sailing Under the Bridge Sailing yacht cruise on Sydney Harbour with lunch included. Maximum 8 passengers, departing Darling Harbour, passing Opera House and Rocks. Every day · 10:00 · All ages ★ 4.94 (184 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 360 per person
Sydney Harbour: Speed Boat Tour & Self-Drive Adventure Feel the spray as you captain your own red speed boat on Sydney Harbour, pass the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Shark Island: guided, with all gear included. Every day · 10:00, 13:00 and 15:15 · From age 10 ★ 4.97 (128 reviews) Duration: 2h–3h Live guide: EN · DE ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 149 per person
Sydney: Bondi Beach Tour & Harbour Cruise with Lunch Feel the city’s pulse from The Rocks to Bondi Beach, then drift past the Opera House on a Sydney Harbour cruise with lunch. Includes hotel pickup & live commentary. Every day · 07:30 and 13:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.72 (83 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 255 per person
Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler Lunch Cruise: Blue Mountains Gorge Cruise the Nepean Gorge aboard the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler with a 2-course lunch prepared fresh onboard. Every day except Tuesday · 12:00 · All ages ★ 4.77 (47 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from AU$ 77 per person
Sydney NYE Harbour Cruise 2026-2027: Champagne & Fireworks New Year's Eve yacht cruise on Sydney Harbour with premium dinner, Bollinger champagne, and front-row fireworks view. Small group, wine and beer included. Every day · 17:00 · From age 10 ★ 4.67 (45 reviews) Duration: 8h 15m Live guide: EN from AU$ 1,700 per person
Sydney Harbour Cruise with Private Yacht Club Lunch Cruise Sydney Harbour on a 37-foot sports cruiser past the Bridge and Opera House, with skipper commentary and lunch at an exclusive private yacht club. Every day · 12:30 · From age 4 ★ 5.00 (40 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 450 per person
Port Stephens dolphin cruise, koalas & sandboarding from Sydney Full-day tour from Sydney with Japanese-speaking guide: 1.5-hour dolphin cruise in Port Stephens, koala sanctuary visit. Every day except Wednesday and Sunday · 07:00 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.97 (30 reviews) Duration: 12h Live guide: JA ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 240 per person
Sydney Harbour: 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour Bridge 30-minute jet boat tour of Sydney Harbour at speeds up to 75 km/hr. See the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park and Taronga Zoo. Includes ponchos and lockers. Every day · 11:30, 12:30, 14:00 and 15:30 · From age 6 ★ 4.70 (27 reviews) Duration: 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 85 per person
Sydney Harbour sailing from Manly: Hands-on keelboat experience Sail a 24ft keelboat on Sydney Harbour from Manly with a professional skipper, helping set sails and steer past waterfront mansions and hidden beaches. Every day · 10:00 and 13:00 · From age 7 ★ 5.00 (25 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 169 per person
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From AU$ 75 per person · 45 min to 2 days
Sydney: 2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise from Circular Quay 2-hour whale watching cruise from Circular Quay with expert guides, three viewing decks, and live commentary on humpback migration. Daily departures, wheelchair accessible. Next departure: 25 Oct 2027 · All ages ★ 4.01 (77 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 89 per person
Sunset Cruise Sydney Harbour Private with Opera House View Private sunset cruise on Sydney Harbour for up to six guests. Two hours aboard a 28-foot vessel with sparkling wine, cheese platter and photo stops. Every day · 18:00 ★ 4.50 (24 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 950 per group
Sydney Harbour: Dinner Cruise with Seasonal 3-Course Menu Feel the city lights of Sydney Harbour on a small-group dinner cruise, savoring a local 3-course menu and welcome bubbles. Includes wheelchair access and coffee or tea. Tue–Sat · 18:10 · All ages ★ 4.68 (22 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from AU$ 159 per person
Sydney Whale Watching Catamaran & Harbour Cruise Fast catamaran to open ocean for humpback whales, plus Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge views. Indoor/outdoor decks, snacks onboard, all fitness levels. Next departure: 28 May 2027 · All ages ★ 4.48 (40 reviews) Duration: 2h 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 89 per person
Sydney Harbour sailing: Hands-on yacht experience from Manly Sail a 61ft classic yacht on Sydney Harbour from Manly, help set the sails and steer past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, or sit back and watch, no experience needed. Thu–Sat · 10:00 and 13:00 ★ 5.00 (13 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 225 per person
Port Stephens private tour: Dolphins, dunes & views Private tour from Sydney to Port Stephens with hotel pickup, local guide and stops at Gan Gan Hill, Little Beach and Stockton Beach Sand Dunes. Every day · 08:00 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 5.00 (8 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 495 per person
Sydney Harbour: 45-Min Jet Boat Ride & Harbour Bridge 45-minute jet boat from Darling Harbour at speeds up to 75 km/hr. Past Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park. Includes ponchos and locker storage. Sat and Sun · 12:30 · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (9 reviews) Duration: 45m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 99 per person
Port Stephens Day Trip Sydney: Dolphin Cruise & Sand Dunes Private day trip from Sydney to Port Stephens with dolphin cruise, Stockton Beach sand dunes, and hotel pickup. Includes catamaran and boom-net swimming. Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 11h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 810 per person
Sydney Harbour: Whale Watching & 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Cruise Morning whale watching plus 2-day harbour cruise pass covering 6 precincts. Live commentary, recorded guides, whale guarantee. May–November season. Next departure: 15 May 2027 · All ages ★ 4.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 134 per person
Sydney: Bondi Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off & Harbour Cruise Two routes, 23 stops, 24 or 48 hours to explore Sydney. Includes Captain Cook harbour cruise, commentary in 7 languages, and real-time bus tracking via app. Every day · 19:00 · All ages ★ 3.96 (2,894 reviews) Duration: 1h 20m–1h 30m ✓ Free cancellation. from AU$ 75 per person
The top 12 of 34 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Harbour Cruise: Opera House & Bridge with Live CommentaryOur pick | AU$ 59 per person | 1h 30m | 4.68★ · 896 | Every day · 10:15, 14:30 and 16:15 | English |
| Sydney: 45-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour SpinsTop rated | AU$ 119 per person | 45m | 4.96★ · 222 | Every day · 12:30 | English |
| Sydney Harbour: 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour BridgePrivate optionPrivate | AU$ 85 per person | 30m | 4.70★ · 27 | Every day · 11:30, 12:30, 14:00 and 15:30 | English |
| Blue Mountains Day Tour: Scenic World & Harbour CruisePickup offered | AU$ 105 per person | 10h | 4.67★ · 1,782 | Every day · 06:45 | English |
| Sydney Harbour Cruise with Lunch and Live Commentary | AU$ 79 per person | 2h 15m | 4.62★ · 656 | Every day · 12:00 | English |
| Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Lunch: Harbour Sights & Open Ocean | AU$ 89 per person | 4h | 4.50★ · 958 | Next departure: 28 May 2027 | English |
| Sydney Whale Watching Cruise: Small Groups, Sighting Guarantee | AU$ 149 per person | 2h 30m | 4.87★ · 703 | Next departure: 14 Nov 2027 | English |
| Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise | AU$ 89 per person | 2h | 4.27★ · 493 | Every day · 17:30 | English |
| Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: 2 or 3-Course Dining | AU$ 109 per person | 1h 30m | 4.37★ · 317 | Wed–Sun · 12:00 | — |
| Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise: Opera House & Bridge at Sunset | AU$ 161 per person | 2h 30m | 4.62★ · 445 | Tue–Sat · 18:10 | English |
| 30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Thunder Twist Stunts | AU$ 85 per person | 30m | 4.94★ · 944 | Every day · 7 start times, 11:30 to 15:30 | English |
| Sydney: Taronga Zoo & Harbour Hop-On Hop-Off 2-Day Cruise | AU$ 89 per person | 4h–16h | 4.27★ · 73 | Every day · No fixed time | — |
By what you need
- Private (5): Sydney Harbour: 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride & Harbour Bridge (AU$ 85 per person) · Blue Mountains: Private Wildlife Park & River Cruise Day Trip (AU$ 695 per person) · Sunset Cruise Sydney Harbour Private with Opera House View (AU$ 950 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (6): Sydney: Bondi Beach Tour & Harbour Cruise with Lunch (AU$ 255 per person) · Sydney Harbour: Speed Boat Tour & Self-Drive Adventure (AU$ 149 per person) · Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: Small Group Sailing Under the Bridge (AU$ 360 per person)
- With pickup (6): Blue Mountains Day Tour: Scenic World & Harbour Cruise (AU$ 105 per person) · Blue Mountains: Private Wildlife Park & River Cruise Day Trip (AU$ 695 per person) · Sydney: Bondi Beach Tour & Harbour Cruise with Lunch (AU$ 255 per person)
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