Top Sydney Nightlife

Go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House for a fascinating look at this Sydney icon. Your knowledgeable guide leads you through the World Heritage–listed building on a walking tour, sharing entertaining stories about the revered performance center's history and providing access to off-limits parts of the house.

No trip to Sydney is complete without a cruise through Sydney Harbour where you can see many of the city’s iconic landmarks. Climb aboard your vessel for a 90-minute ride to explore Sydney’s historic landmarks, hidden beaches, and magnificent cliffs. Listen to live commentary detailing the harbor's rich history as you soak in the views.

Journey to the heart of the Blue Mountains on this full-day tour from Sydney, including hotel pick-up. Kick-off your adventure seeing a koala or a kangaroo at Featherdale Wildlife Park, then enjoy a dramatic view of the Three Sisters rocks from Echo Point. After lunch (own expense), head to Scenic World to ride the Cableway, Skyway and Railway for unbeatable aerial views of the Jamison Valley and Katoomba Falls. Finish with a leisurely cruise along the Parramatta River to Sydney’s Darling Harbour or Circular Quay.

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations like the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth wherever you like by hopping off the bus to explore. Experience the city’s most noteworthy attractions at your own pace.

Experience the majestic World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a small-group full-day tour from Sydney. Enjoy sweeping views of the Blue Mountains and sites including the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley. Hop onboard the Scenic Railway (or other rides) at Scenic World, enjoy a chef-prepared lunch (dietary requirements accommodated), and visit Featherdale Wildlife Park to see kangaroos and other native Australian critters. Then, cruise by boat back to Sydney Harbour on the Parramatta River.

Get the best possible views of Sydney landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge on a 35-foot (10.5 meter) catamaran. Relax and soak up the colorful sunset sky on the evening cruise. Nibble on an appetizer platter and sip on a cold beverage, or bring your own alcoholic drinks (no corkage fee). Watch as the sun sets and the twinkling city lights come to life.

Sydney is a big city that’s easy to get lost in at night if you don’t know your way. This social bar crawl gives you the lay of the land with a guide who knows the city well. Meet new friends as you visit up to four different venues. Plus, you’ll also enjoy welcome drinks, pizza, snacks, games, and photos from the night to help you treasure your amazing memories.

Uncover the secrets of Sydney’s heritage as you explore The Rocks on this guided walking tour of the historic precinct. Offering amazing views over the Sydney Harbour and the Campbells Cove Wharves, your guide will lead you along shady laneways and cobbled courtyards where you’ll discover some of Sydney’s earliest buildings, including Cadman’s Cottage, built in 1816 and the Garrison Church, which dates back to the 1840s.

Get together with a guide and small group of fellow nightlife lovers to explore the Sydney CBD or Darlinghurst/Surry Hills on a cocktail tour. With a provided drink and food at the first bar, you'll kick off the night of exploring some nightlife hot spots that most tourists never find. Listen to your guide's commentary on Sydney's nightlife scene as you travel and leave the bar-hopping night with a map of recommendations for where to continue the party.

See Sydney Harbour the way it's meant to be seen: From the water. This lunch cruise passes by such world-famous sites as the Sydney Opera House as well as such hidden gems as secluded beaches and sandstone cliffs. On board, enjoy a delicious barbecue buffet lunch.

Discover the history of Sydney on a 2.5-hour walking tour and pub crawl in The Rocks. Your knowledgeable and entertaining guide takes you to four of Sydney's oldest pubs where you try a different glass of craft beer, cider, or wine in each venue. Learn about the early days of the British colony in Australia and hear the stories of these old-time pubs as you enjoy their rich atmosphere and tasty drinks.

Escape the crowds on land and admire Sydeny’s top landmarks—including Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House—on an evening dinner cruise that includes a 3-course meal with food and wine sourced from New South Wales. Sailing at sunset means that you’ll admire Sydney Harbour when it's at its most photogenic, while a top deck provides you with panoramic views of the scenery.

Book a table for a 2-Course 1.5-Hour or a 3-Course 3-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise on Sydney Harbour. Pass Sydney's famous landmarks including the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge as your boat glides along the water. Your sit-down dining experience includes attentive service for your selected 2 or 3-course lunch. A variety of fresh seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes are served as you take in the sights. Upgrade when booking to guarantee a window seat.

Immerse yourself in the spirit of Latin America as you cruise past Sydney’s top waterside sights during a Latin-themed dinner cruise in the Harbour City. Departing in the early evening means you’ll be able to admire the city in both daylight and after dark, while free-flowing alcoholic drinks and 3-course set menu ensure you stay sated throughout the cruise. After dinner, you’ll have the chance to dance to a DJ set and watch a Brazilian-themed show.

Planning the perfect way to ring in the new year can be stressful, so leave the planning to the experts. This New Year's Eve Sydney Harbour cruise promises a luxurious experience. You'll be served the finest food and Bollinger Champagne, top-class wines, and premium beers as you cruise and enjoy the harbor's famed fireworks display.

Cruise timing 18:15-19:45 and 20:00-21:30 Monday to Thursday and 22:00-23:30 on Friday to Sunday Join us for a leisurely 90-minute cruise departing from the Man of War Steps near the Sydney Opera House, designed to showcase the spectacular Vivid Festival's lights and arts displays. Our route takes you around Sydney's inner harbour, starting from the Opera House, moving towards the Harbour Bridge, circling past Goat Island and Darling Harbour, and weaving through the Barangaroo and Millers Point foreshore, with a close-up of the vibrant exhibits at Walsh Bay and Circular Quay. Onboard, enjoy the option to purchase freshly made woodfired pizzas from our award-winning chef, straight from our onboard oven at the boat's stern. There's also a well-stocked bar in the main deck area for drinks. The boat features three separate open viewing decks for you to enjoy the bright lights and artistic installations of the festival. Experience this journey on a beautifully restored ex ferry.

What better way to experience Sydney Harbour with a party! Come enjoy great food, music and company. Get out your scrunchies, sweatbands and fluro spandex and join us for a funky, old-school boat party! Girls (and guys) just wanna have fun aboard Sydney Harbour's hottest retro boat party! Get immersed in a retro setting, grab a drink at the bar and get settled in for an array of delicious bites served to your table. Don't forget to grab some goodies at the 90s candy bar and enjoy the sights of stunning Sydney Harbour from the observation deck. Before you know it, you'll be ready to cut your best shapes on the dance floor as your retro DJ plays the most bangin' beats from the 80's & 90's. Retro attire is not compulsory, but definitely encouraged - you won't be the ony one! Prizes and giveaways for best dressed dudes and dudettes. Cruise Inclusions: 3-hour cruise Fresh harvest board & hot finger food Fully licensed bar All night retro DJ 90s nostalgia candy bar

Visit 3 of Sydney’s best secret & small bars while exploring the Vivid Lights artworks! Your expert host will curate a route that showcases some of the best light installations, while weaving in stories of the area and insider knowledge on Sydney’s nightlife. Over 3 hours, you’ll visit 3 bars including some well-hidden ones, with the first drink and some share food included. The included drink is a glass of wine or beer at the first bar. This is a great way to have a fun & unique night out during Vivid while discovering some amazing hidden bars. On Tuesday nights during Vivid, the route will cover the CBD and Darling Harbour area, while on Thursday nights you’ll explore Circular Quay and the Rocks. After the bar crawl, we’ll provide you with a map link to all the bars and places visited throughout the night, plus some extra spots to check out. This is your ticket to the best night out in Sydney!

Sydney's Vivid Festival is a three week festival of light. Every night, we run very special night-time Sea-Kayaking Guided Experiences. As the sun sets over Sydney and we cast off in our kayaks, watch the city come to life and illuminate around you from your floating vantage point. Paddling through Darling Harbour on our 'moonlight' seakayaking adventure into Sydney Harbour and return. We get up close and personal with all of the light displays within the Darling Harbour section of Sydney. You can easily avoid the crowds and have that amazing front row seat. During our journey, we will enjoy a nice snack pack (cheese, dips, crackers, chocolate) and warm up with a hot chocolate. Three weeks only - VERY LIMITED Places available. Join our professional team on a safe, yet unique 90-minute night-time sea kayaking tour: Sydney Vivid Moonlight Kayaking Experience