The 10 Best Tall Ship Cruises in Sydney

1.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 451 reviews · from $63Our pick

Meet at Campbells Cove in The Rocks for a twilight cruise aboard a restored tall ship. Enjoy dinner, live stories about Sydney and the vessel, and views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park, and more. Mast climbing costs extra.

“Great experience, crew were friendly and accommodating, great hearing about the history of the ship and area, food was great , everyone had a good time”

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2.Tall Ship Afternoon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 412 reviews · 1h 30m · from $48Best value

Spend 90 minutes aboard an 1850s-style wooden tall ship with an English-speaking crew. Help with ropes, sails, or the helm, or relax as guides such as Ruth and Jim explain Sydney Harbour, Fort Denison, the Opera House, and Harbour Bridge.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon harbor cruise. Jim was entertaining and knowledgeable, the ship was wonderful, and I would highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Sydney.”

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3.Tall Ship Harbour Twilight Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 342 reviews · 2 hours · from $77

Spend two hours aboard the Southern Swan or Soren Larsen, sailing from Campbell’s Cove past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, and Luna Park. You can help with the sails or steer the ship, then enjoy a buffet-style dinner prepared on board. English commentary and drinks are available for purchase.

“Top rated excursion x from start to finish (didn’t want it to end) very welcoming, great crew, great food (gluten free :) ) beautiful sunset x”

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4.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Afternoon Discovery Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 293 reviews · from $49

Meet at Campbells Cove in The Rocks for a 90-minute afternoon sail on a historic timber tall ship. Hear stories from guides such as Jim, Ruth, Howard, or Craig, help raise the sails, enjoy light snacks, and pass the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, and more. Mast climbing costs extra.

“It was interesting to just sail along with the tall ship. Ship crew was very informative and had interesting information tidbits as well.”

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5.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Lunch Cruise

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

Spend two hours aboard a restored square-rigged tall ship, sailing from Campbells Cove past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park. Enjoy a freshly prepared three-course lunch, hear maritime stories, and help set the sails. An optional package adds unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks.

“Great views and some amazing history on the ship. Fun to climb the mast too. My youngest teenager was not looking forward to another one of “mom’s activities” but we all had a great time.”

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6.Tall Ship Lunch Cruise

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

Spend two hours aboard a 1850s-style tall ship with an English-speaking crew, a freshly prepared three-course lunch, and the chance to help hoist the sails. Cruise past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park from Campbell’s Cove Jetty.

“Very enjoyable experience. The crew were friendly and helpful. The mast climb was worth the extra cost.”

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7.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Pirate Cruise Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $49Top rated

Meet Captain Pineapple and the pirate crew at Campbells Cove for a 90-minute sailing trip past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and more. You can help hoist sails, steer the ship, hunt for gold, fire cannons, and pay extra to climb the mast.

“Its very enjoyable experience we adult still can join the activity.Must put in the list if you visit Sydney!💯👍🥰”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $101

Spend about four to five hours aboard a traditional tall ship from Circular Quay, sailing past Sydney icons and out toward migrating whales. Help with the sails, climb the mast if you wish, hear commentary from the crew, and enjoy a hot lunch. Sightings are possible, never guaranteed.

“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 was a pleasure watching the operation of a more than 100 years old vessel.”

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9.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Wine & Canapes Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $106

Board at Campbells Cove at 5:30 pm for a 2.5-hour tall-ship cruise with Captain Ruth and crew. As Sydney’s landmarks light up, you’ll enjoy Australian wines, bubbly, oysters, sushi, desserts, music, and vegetarian or gluten-free canapés.

“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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10.Sydney Harbor Tall Ship Wine & Canapés Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2h 30m · from $105

Spend 2.5 hours sailing from Campbell’s Cove aboard an 1850s-style tall ship. Enjoy freshly prepared canapés, Australian wine, and bubbly while passing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, with chances to help hoist the sails or steer when conditions allow.

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