Sydney dinner cruise: Meeting point, dress code & menu

The Sydney sunset dinner cruise run by Captain Cook Cruises departs from King Street Wharf 1. Dress code is smart casual and the menu offers four choices of main course.

A Sydney dinner cruise is one of the most popular ways to see Sydney Harbour. Run by Captain Cook Cruises, the two hour dinner cruise offers a three course meal plus sunset on the harbour.

To reserve your spot on this Sydney dinner cruise, book here.

For more information, read on.

What sights does the Sydney dinner cruise cover?

The Sydney dinner cruise ticks off most of the key sights on Sydney Harbour, including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park and Fort Denison.

What’s more, it ticks them off at the most beautiful time of day. Just before sunset, the light is perfect for photographing Sydney Harbour. Then, as the sun goes down, the city lights come on while you’re enjoying your three course meal.

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Taronga Zoo – the zoo with harbour views (and plenty of cute Aussie animals)
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Sydney Cricket Ground – behind the scenes secrets tour.
Sydney Tower Eye – 360 degree views from 250 metres above the city.

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Where do the Sydney sunset dinner cruises depart from?

The Sydney sunset dinner cruises depart from King Street Wharf 1. Please note that this is not at Circular Quay, where most Sydney ferries and several other harbour cruises depart from.

King Street Wharf is at the northern end of Darling Harbour or the southern end of Barangaroo in Sydney, depending on your perspective.

Wharf 1 is just south of Barangaroo House, opposite Bungalow 8 and the Loft. Parking near King Street Wharf is very limited, and the nearest bus stop is on Erskine Street. The 252 and 261 buses stop here.

What is the dress code for the Sydney dinner cruise?

The dress code for the Sydney dinner cruise run by Captain Cook Cruises is officially smart casual. Don’t read too much into that, however. This is a tourist cruise, and the dress code is not rigidly enforced. You’ll probably feel a bit daft in beachwear or a tuxedo, mind.

Does the Sydney dinner cruise include alcoholic drinks?

The $99 price of the Sydney dinner cruise does not include alcoholic drinks. However, there is a selection of beers, wines, champagne and cocktails available to purchase aboard the boat.

What’s on the Sydney sunset dinner cruise menu?

The Sydney sunset dinner cruise menu is subject to change, although a sample menu is available when you click through on the booking site.

At time of writing, the four choices of main course were grilled barramundi fillet, roast chicken supreme, Australian tenderloin beef fillet and Middle Eastern slow-cooked eggplant.

How much does the Sydney dinner cruise cost?

The Captain Cook Cruises Sydney dinner cruise costs $99 at the time of writing, although that is obviously subject to change in future.

To reserve a place at the $99 price point, with a mobile-friendly ticket, book now.

A couple enjoys a Sydney dinner cruise. Photo courtesy of Captain Cook Cruises.

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