VIVID Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

Overview

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Cruising daily, take a 1.5 hour evening cruise on Sydney Harbour to experience the Vivid Sydney annual light festival from the water. This is a great way to see the city and its foreshore transformed into a canvas of light, including landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

EXCLUSIVE 2025 HARBOUR FIREWORKS:

Book one of the following sessions to experience an exclusive fireworks experience, privately funded by charter boats like ours, just for you!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Witness the iconic "coathanger" - Sydney Harbour Bridge, transformed by the lights of Vivid

Admission Not Applicable

Sydney Opera House

Cruise by the Sydney Opera House with 3D projections bringing her "sails" to life.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Witness Sydney's iconic landmarks transformed by Vivid light shows

Selection of finger food included

Spacious indoor and outdoor viewing decks

1.5 hour Vivid Festival cruise

Tea, coffee and chocolates

Indoor unreserved seating, cocktail stand-up format

Cash bar for beverages

Restroom on board

Excellent photo opportunities of Vivid

Vessel may be subject to change based on availability and demand

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Other beverages (cash bar available)

Options

Vivid Sydney Cruise

Vivid Sydney Cruise : 1.5 hour Vivid Festival cruise Witness Sydney's iconic landmarks transformed by Vivid light shows

Vivid Sydney Cruise

Vivid Sydney Cruise - Late: 1.5 hour Vivid Festival cruise Witness Sydney's iconic landmarks transformed by Vivid light shows Spacious indoor and outdoor viewing decks

Reviews

3.56

34 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Vivid Sydney is Amazing!
Cristina P,Jun 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were somewhat confused as to where exactly we should board, but we figured it out. Maybe send passengers a slot # day of ? We had a spot on the back of the boat outside--great views, but it was cool and windy. There were other areas that appeared open, but a few passengers were "saving" big chunks of space for others. Later, these spots were open as they moved to another area for viewing. Annoying. Maybe assign bookings a location to sit in. The food was great! A lot of selection and very plentiful! The staff was attentive, kind, and helpful! Vivid is such a neat idea! So many buildings are lit up and the vibe is festive.
it was really child...
Cara s,Jun 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
it was really child friendly which was such a relief !! was worried about taking 2 toddlers but it was a great experience for them. the food was good and the boat wasn’t too busy. all the staff were so lovely as well
excellent
Junn M,Jun 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
good food, vivid lights is OFF because of bad weather, they should post it early in social media so people will be aware
Fabulous cruise on the harbour for vivid
Julie C,May 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This recent cruise was just excellent!!! Booking was easy on line, staff were excellent when I had to call office re query! Crew on board were above & beyond fabulous!!! They helped with carrying drinks upstairs, checking we were okay after a Little Rock & roll turbulence, finger food was plentiful & served hot , plenty of variety!! Definitely didn’t need to go to dinner after 6pm cruise!!! Just a wonderful 1 & 1/2 hours on our beautiful harbour all for $60 pp!! Great job Vagabond!!
Cancelled
Lorraine B,May 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00
You cancelled it the day before my bookingI'm still waiting for refund . Please refund ASAP. Thank you
On top
st phaniel199,Jun 15, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful time spent on a cruise to discover the lights of VIVID on the monuments of SYDNEY as on the opera, the harbour bridge.... The meal was very good. The team was smiling and pleasant.
Vivid Cruise
Josie T,Jun 13, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
We love the food. And the crews are very accomodating. We love the tour so much. We have so much fun viewing all the lights of vivid
Disappointed
Sarah,Jun 10, 2023
- Review from Viator
2.00
Would've booked this if there was a picture of the boat, unfortunately one of the oldest smallest looking boat, compared to the other company boats at the Wharfe. Doing the same vivid sightseeing cruises for alot cheaper
Disappointing
Carol L,Jun 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00
I was disappointed in this cruise. Very few table set ups to sit around. It was set up cocktail party style but this was not a cocktail party type event. The decorations were quite elementary and boat seemed quite old. I saw very little food. It must have been on a different level. I would not recommend this tour. There are other cruises available.
Disappointing
Beverly O,Jun 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00
Really did not see as much as I thought that I would from the Boat, did a big circle under the bridge and sat there for a while. Would have been better to have walked the area for free. Also there was no commentary on Board! The tickets need to have the Wharf number you are leaving from as well. Overall was very disappointed in this experience.