Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Experience
Description
Jump on the Hop On Hop Off Harbour Explorer for a single loop of Sydney Harbour on a rocket sightseeing tour the whole family will love. See all the famous landmarks as you travel between the city, Taronga Zoo and Manly, stopping briefly before continuing on your journey. Approximately 80 minutes round trip.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Depart Circular Quay cruising by famous icons including the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, and past palatial waterfront mansions along the exclusive eastern suburbs.
Cruise past the iconic bridge connecting the City with North Sydney
Cruise past the famous OPera House as you depart Circular Quay
Cruise from the city right out to Sydney's famous Manly Beach and back
Start or finish your day at Darling Harbour, surrounded by restaurants, nightclubs and hotels at King Street Wharf, Barangaroo and Cockle Bay.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(97)
We were fortunate enough to book onto a Captain Cook cruise for New Year’s Eve in 2025. Unlike some of the other boats we saw, ours wasn’t crowded and there was a good mix of ages enjoying the trip. Although expensive this was a once in a lifetime experience for us and the buffet, friendly crew, unlimited drinks and two firework displays made for an unforgettable evening.
Hi, Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear you had such an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience with us and enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and celebrations on board. It’s great to know the evening lived up to such a special occasion and created lasting memories for you. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service and are pleased to know that we have upheld our standards. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Be aware that when you book this tour you will need to download an App and bring headphones if you want to hear an overview on the places you are seeing and stopping at in the harbour. The description of this tour doesn't say this so we didn't bring any headphones. We had assumed there would a commentary either by the captain or the assistant but there isn't.
It's no better than taking a ferry. We thought someone would take care of us but no you had to upload an app and the ferry almost didn't go to points of interest. It was like a hop on hop off boat but our ticket didn't allow us to disembark at all four stops. Do not lose your money on this tour.
Was a great experience, we had fun and would definitely do it again. Super convenient if you need to go to a specific stop
We really enjoyed our trip 😀 😊 ☺️ 😄 we will recommend to our friends and family and will do again when in Sydney next
Very disappointing this company, you get on the boat, after 10 minutes stop somewhere else to pick up more people, take a mini tour and return Not worth it, nothing to highlight from this experience, old boats, dirty cristiñas and feeling of being conned If you want to navigate the bay, better look for some other option and be explained the route
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify that the cruise you booked is a dining cruise, specifically designed to provide a great dining experience accompanied by the stunning scenic views of Sydney Harbour. Our cruises follow a planned route with two designated departure points, which is clearly stated on our website to ensure transparency prior to booking. Thank you once again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better experience. Kind regards, The Captain Cook Cruises Team
In Sydney for a few days- were told not to get on our allocated boat for no reason. Had to wait over an hour for the next one- weren’t given an apology or any compensation for the waste of time. Terrible service and communication.
Hi S2147LBsamb, Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We strive to provide excellent service, and it's disheartening to hear that we fell short during your visit. We truly value your feedback, and it will help us improve our service moving forward. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you aboard again and provide a better experience. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
The Boxing Day Sydney to Hobart cruise on the fast catamaran was a lot of fun. Our boat had a good view of the start line and then we followed the leaders out the Heads and along the coast for a bit. We then passed the rest of the fleet on our return. It was so exciting we hardly had time to eat our snacks or drink our coffee. (p.s. don't go on this one if you are prone to sea sickness.)
Hi Hornsbyhero, Thank you for sharing your experience of the Boxing Day Sydney to Hobart cruise! We're thrilled to hear that you had an exciting time on board and enjoyed following the race leaders from the start line out through the Heads. It's truly a spectacular event, and we're glad you could be part of it! It sounds like the excitement of the day kept you fully engaged — a great sign of a memorable adventure. And yes, we agree that this particular cruise is best suited for those comfortable with being out on open waters. We look forward to welcoming you back on board for more incredible experiences! Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
A fun way to see Sydney. We did the cheapest option and it was a cool way to see the sights. Great views. It went to different areas and we saw some beaches. Happy we did it.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed exploring Sydney with us! It’s great to know that the tour provided you with wonderful views and the opportunity to see some beautiful beaches. We appreciate your feedback and are happy to have been a part of your Sydney adventure. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
Although it was a lovely ride around the harbor, a little commentary on the major sights would be helpful. They give you a map, so you have to figure out where you are, then look at the map to pinpoint what you're looking at. Probably wouldn't recommend unless you just want a quick ride around the harbor.
Dear Kim, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback! We do offer commentary which is available to download via smartphone, look on our website for more information and guidance on how to do this for next time! We are delighted that you enjoyed the overall experience of the cruise, and hope to see onboard again soon! Regards, Captain Cook Sydney Team.
