Top Sydney Shore Excursions

Enjoy an insider’s perspective on the iconic Sydney Opera House during a 1-hour walking tour. Learn about the performances, history and architecture of the World Heritage–listed Sydney Opera House as your expert guide takes you behind the scenes of the venue. Get photos ops from vantage points that are normally off-limits, and have the option to include a tasting plate at the Portside Sydney or dine at the famous Opera Bar. Tours are offered throughout the day, making it easy to schedule into your sightseeing when your cruise ship docks in Sydney.

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, enjoy a family-friendly hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour that covers Sydney and Bondi Beach. Travel by double-decker bus with an open-top that allows for unobstructed views of all the sights, including Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Have the freedom to create your own itinerary, choosing from 34 stops where you can hop off and explore in depth. Ejnoy the informative pre-recorded onboard commentary in your choice of eight languages along the route, which includes Circular Quay, Kings Cross, the Rocks, Double Bay and Bondi Beach.

Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet at Sydney Tower Restaurant, located on top of the tallest building in Sydney. The restaurant features a revolving dining room that slowly rotates and views that extend from the Blue Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. Iconic sights such as Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House are clearly visible. Choose your favorite dishes from numerous freshly-prepared local and international dishes at the all-you-can-eat buffet. It’s a perfect family-friendly excursion when your cruise ship docks in Sydney.

Make the most of your time in Sydney with a ticket to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium that allows you to skip long lines. Centrally located in Darling Harbour, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the world, featuring more than 13,000 aquatic animals in the aquarium, including stingrays, sharks, dugongs, little penguins and species from the Great Barrier Reef. Upgrade to enjoy great savings when combining this admission with tickets to WILD LIFE Sydney and Madame Tussauds. It’s a great shore excursion for kids and adults.

See more of Sydney with the ease of a private full-day shore excursion that explores both the city center and suburbs. Take in city landmarks such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, The Rocks, and Mrs Macquaries Chair, then head out to Bondi Beach, Manly Beach, Watsons Bay, The Gap, and more. Your tour includes private vehicle and guide, morning tea, and port pickup and drop-off.

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, discover the city’s iconic landmarks and fascinating history on a two-hour walking tour that departs from Circular Quay. In addition to seeing classic sights such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the Rocks, you’ll follow the Tank Stream path, a historic route that reveals the inner workings of Sydney from the past to the present. Exploring Sydney is easy and entertaining with your expert local guide there to give you a comprehensive introduction to the city.

Explore the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains with a private guide on a full-day shore excursion from Sydney. Considered an Australian national treasure, the Blue Mountains boasts incredible scenery and cultural history. Visit highlights including the Three Sisters rock formations, Echo Point, Wentworth Falls, Jamison Valley and Grose River Valley. Your guide knows how to escape the crowds so that you can experience the national park in peace. Your tour includes visits to an Aboriginal cultural center, Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah and the charming town of Leura.

Take a high speed jet boat ride along Sydney Harbour for a thrilling shore excursion when your cruise ship comes into port. Hear live commentary about the city’s famous sights, including Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Fort Denison, and get your heart racing as your experienced captain performs daredevil slides, spins and power stops. It’s a fun-filled 30-minute ride that is entertaining for the whole family.

See the sights beyond Sydney Harbour with a jam-packed half-day shore excursion, perfect for cruise visitors with no time to spare! Hop aboard for an action-packed tour by minivan, stopping to stroll the Royal Botanical Gardens, take in the views from the Gap and watch the surfers at Bondi Beach. Then, discover Sydney’s vibrant neighborhoods as you explore King’s Cross, Rushcutters Bay and Darling Point, follow in the footsteps of Captain Cook at La Perouse Cape and spot black swans and flying foxes in Centennial Park.

Maximise your time in port with a half-day shore excursion that combines the highlights of central Sydney with the seafront sights of the Northern Beaches. Follow your guide on a 4.5-hour tour, stopping to stroll around Darling Harbour and Cockle Bay Wharf, enjoy a unique view of Sydney Harbour from Milsons Point and walk the scenic Manly Corso.

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, take a scenic helicopter tour to view the sights from the air. Your pilot shares informative commentary about the city as you fly above Sydney Harbour and landmarks including the Sydney Opera House, Manly Beach and Bondi Beach. Admire the city’s skyline and coastline during a 25-minute flight that includes port pickup and drop-off.

Go ashore when your cruise ship pulls into Sydney, learning about the city on a guided walking of the Rocks. The 90-minute walking tour proceeds at a leisurely pace and departs twice daily. Your informative guide shows you historic buildings and streets in the Rocks, along with views of famous icons like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Discover the history found in small alleys and some of the oldest streets in the city on a tour with a knowledgeable local guide.

Marvel at the diversity of Australian native animals at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo when your cruise ship docks in Sydney. Explore family-friendly exhibits that showcase the Daintree Rainforest, Tasmania and more while observing kangaroos, koalas, crocodiles, bilbies and other curious critters. Just a short hop from the port, you can skip the long entrance lines and spend your time taking in a fascinating variety of creatures and habitats from across Australia. Bonus: enjoy great savings when you add tickets to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds.