Sydney

12 Best Sydney Tall Ship Cruises

The square-riggers still working the harbour: twilight dinner sails, afternoon discovery cruises and decks that creak the way the First Fleet’s did. Sydney Harbour was built for sail; the tall ships argue it still is.

5.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Lunch Cruise

Experience Sydney in style aboard a historic tall ship with a delicious buffet lunch, stunning harbor views, and optional unlimited drinks—perfect for a memorable day out.

★ 4.5

“The crew were skilled and friendly, informative about the ship and its history and encouraged the guests to be as interactive as they felt comfortable. I learnt a lot about the history of Sydney. It was my third time on the lunch cruise over several…”

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6.Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Lunch Cruise

Experience Sydney Harbour aboard a historic tall ship with a delicious 3-course lunch, sails hoisting, and stunning views of iconic landmarks for $72.

★ 4.8

“A fantastic event with a knowledgeable and very friendly crew. Ruth was great guide and a fountain of knowledge. Our lunch was really tasty and the warm chocolate brownie was amazing - my compliments to the chef! And to sail back up to the opera…”

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8.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Whale & Sail – Whale Watching Cruise

Experience Sydney’s iconic sights and whale migration on a 4-hour tall ship cruise. Enjoy stunning views, a hearty lunch, and the chance to sail and climb the mast.

★ 5.0

“A wonderful day out whale watching on the Southern Swan. We got to see a humpback whale breaching as well as dolphins, but it would have been a fantastic standalone day of sailing even if we hadn't seen anything. The crew was great, and it…”

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9.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Wine & Canapes Evening Cruise

Experience stunning Sydney Harbour on a 2.5-hour tall ship cruise with wine, canapés, and iconic views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge at sunset.

★ 5.0

“As a Sydneysider, I can’t believe this was first time I’ve done this. It won’t be my last as the cruise was educational, romantic, relaxing, exciting and overall very enjoyable! I also look forward to sharing it with any visitors in from overseas. TRead more”

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12.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Laser Clay Shooting with Mast Climb

Discover Sydney Harbour with a 2.5-hour tall ship cruise featuring laser clay shooting, a mast climb, and stunning waterfront views — perfect for adventure seekers.

★ 5.0

“Fantastic day on Sydney Harbour. Best part of Cruise was the Mast Climb, adrenaline climb 25m high to the Crows Nest, attached by safety equipment, wonderful feeling reaching the top. Laser clay shooting wasn't long enough, since this waRead more”

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