Top 14 Sydney Lunch Cruises

1.Harbour View Lunch Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 294 reviews · from $75Our pick

Sail Sydney Harbour from King Street Wharf on a motor yacht with a two-course lunch on the 90-minute trip or a three-course meal on the three-hour option. See the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Fort Denison, and Shark Island from the water. Drinks cost extra; a guaranteed window seat is available as an upgrade.

“Was ok,food was average,we been given a table too close to a door that could not close properly,all our serviettes etc where flying in the air.music was good.service was very good.”

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

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

Board at King Street Wharf 8 for a roughly 2 to 2.5-hour Sydney Harbour cruise past the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, city skyline and more. Settle in for an à la carte lunch with beer and local wines, then head to the open decks for photos and wide harbour views. The vessel is a 78-foot catamaran, with space for up to 80 people.

“Cruise on the great and picturesque Sydney harbour with nice lunch to boot, what more can you ask for. Perfect way to get a pic with the opera house and Sydney Harbour bridge at the back.”

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3.3-Hour Lunch Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 221 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Vagabond Cruises takes you from King Street Wharf on a three-hour Sydney Harbour lunch cruise. Expect a seafood and carvery buffet, dessert, tea and coffee, live music, and indoor and outdoor decks for viewing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Drinks cost extra, and there is no guided commentary.

“The cruise itself was great but it was a hot day and we absolutely sweltered as you could not feel the air conditioning at all!! We had sweat dripping off us which made eating lunch a terrible experience. I would recommend this cruise but definitely not on a hot day!”

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4.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 152 reviews · from $78

Spend two hours aboard a historic square-rigged ship, sailing from Campbell’s Cove past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and more. Your captain shares Sydney’s maritime stories, and the crew may invite you to help set the sails or take the wheel. Lunch is included; unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are available with an upgrade.

“Excellent relaxing arvo. Staff very friendly and helpful lunch beautiful enjoyed the experience very much definitely a must do”

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5.Jazz Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · from $71

Settle into an allocated seat aboard Vagabond Cruises for a roughly three-hour lunch cruise from King Street Wharf. See the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and harbour-side bays, with buffet dishes spanning meat, seafood, fruit and cakes. Live jazz and pop accompany the cruise, and drinks from the licensed bar cost extra.

“Nice day Met a nice couple next to us The food was nice The Jazz was nice Good Value we all enjoyed the day”

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6.Harbour Lunch Cruise with 2 or 3-Course Menu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $74

Board Captain Cook Cruises at King Street Wharf 1 in Darling Harbour for a two- or three-course lunch aboard Sydney 2000 or Captain Cook III. Choose seafood, meat or vegetarian dishes, buy drinks onboard, and step out to the open decks for harbour and coastline views. A window seat is available as an upgrade.

“Well organised, relaxing 3 hours with helpful staff and a delicious lunch.”

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7.Tall Ship Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 69 reviews · 2 hours · from $77

Spend two hours aboard an 1850s-style tall ship, passing the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and more. Enjoy a freshly prepared three-course lunch, hear stories about Sydney Harbour and its timber ships, and lend a hand with the sails. The English-speaking crew has included guides such as Ruth and Howard, though the crew may vary.

“We had a great day. The crew were fabulous and very knowledgeable. It was a brilliant day and I am sure we will go again.”

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8.Lunch Cruise with Live Jazz on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Vagabond Cruises runs a three-hour lunch cruise from King Street Wharf in Darling Harbour. Expect a three-course meal, dessert, tea and coffee, plus live jazz and blues as the boat travels around Sydney Harbour. You can watch from an outdoor deck or stay inside, and buy drinks at the licensed bar.

“Jazz cruise was fun. Food was ok good seafood and salads. Musician had a good voice . K”

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9.Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews · 4 hours · from $300

Spend four hours on an open tourer with a skipper and local guide, seeing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the water before lunch at a waterfront restaurant. The group is limited to 10, and guides have included Zane and Chantelle. Bring sun protection, a warm layer and ID showing your home address.

“We really enjoyed this experience. Zayne was super friendly and knowledgeable, giving us many historical insights. Thank you”

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10.Christmas Day Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $105

Spend Christmas Day aboard the MV Vagabond Spirit, a modern catamaran cruising Sydney Harbour from Walsh Bay. The three-hour lunch includes seafood and carvery, dessert, tea and coffee, music, Christmas bon-bons and a Santa visit. Enjoy the views from the outdoor decks, or buy a drink from the licensed bar. The cruise starts at noon and returns to its meeting point.

“Our 1st trip from UK to Aus - prebooked this lunch in the Summer. We were concerned when looking at recent reviews about the Star that indicated a very poor rating - but needn't have worried as all was brilliant; staff (friendly and helpful), fRead more”

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11.Morning Sightseeing Bus to Bondi with Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 5h 30m · from $174

Take a morning minibus tour of Sydney for up to 14 people, with stops at Mrs Macquarie’s Point, Rose Bay, The Gap and Bondi Beach. Then board a harbour cruise for a buffet lunch, drinks and live commentary. Bus guides have included Dane and Matt; boat crew assignments can vary.

“Very knowledgeable guide on the bus tour and comfortable bus. Lunch time cruise was excellent and thoroughly enjoyed the food and narration.”

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12.1.5-Hour Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 8 reviews · from $63Best value

Spend 1.5 hours aboard a climate-controlled catamaran, with a freshly prepared lunch, waiter service and GPS-based commentary on Sydney Harbour’s landmarks. You’ll see the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Luna Park, with outer decks for photos. Drinks are available to buy at the licensed bar, and some odd-numbered bookings may share a table.

“There was no lunchtime cruise from the location that was given. We arrived 45 minutes early to find that the cruise company office was locked. We checked all the wharfs for the cruise boat to no avail. As per instructions we were in the correct place for the cruise. Extremely disappointing as the cruise was to celebrate our 50th Wedding anniversary. We paid $190.00 and were looking forward to the cruise. Please could you investigate this issue as we would like a reimbursement. Unfortunately our disappointment can't be reimbursed.Read more”

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13.Sydney Harbor Lunch Cruise with Welcome Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Board Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney’s Migloo vessel at Darling Harbour for a two-hour lunch cruise past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Eastern suburbs. You’ll get a welcome glass of bubbles, a main course and dessert, plus tea or coffee. Three decks offer room to take in the harbour from different angles; drinks beyond the welcome glass are available to buy.

“Nice Tour and good food! Scenic view of Sydney Harbour. Enjoy it fir a good birthday treat for my wife hallmark birthday!”

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14.Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: 360° Glass Boat Views & Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews

Spend 90 minutes on a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise aboard a contemporary glass boat. Eat a buffet in the air-conditioned dining saloon, then head to the mezzanine lounge or Sky Deck for open-air views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay and more. Drinks are available to buy from the licensed bars.

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