- ExplorerAll-Inclusive
- Must-sees
Up to 2 hours
Sydney VIVID cruise (May 22–June 13, 2026)
Up to 2 hours
Experience Vivid Sydney from the water, as the annual festival fills Sydney Harbour with epic illuminations and sky-high projections.
Go City® makes visiting attractions simple
One pass. Instant entry. Guaranteed savings.
- 4.3Trustpilot score
- 1M+Passes used in 2025
- Scan to enter attractions
- Explore Sydney with Go City®Your Sydney pass includes dozens of other top attractions, all for one money-saving price
- This attraction is available on
What you'll do
Experience awesome light installations on an evening cruise around Sydney Harbour during the Vivid Sydney festival of light and music.
The annual festival sees some of Sydney Harbour’s most iconic buildings spectacularly lit up with installations created by top international artists. See the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge in a whole new light (pardon the pun) as they’re transformed into huge canvases for epic light shows and eye-popping 3D projections.
On board, there’s a bar serving snacks and refreshments available for purchase, and the whole experience is soundtracked by the official Vivid Sydney playlist.
Highlights
Epic light show
The cruise sails around Circular Quay, Darling Harbour and Barangaroo, providing spectacular views of the illuminated Sydney skyline.
Attractions galore
You’ll see Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House like never before; there will be a huge number of light attractions around the city in 2026.
Multiple departure times (Monday–Thursday)
Catch the cruise from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour at whichever time suits you best.
Facts
Vivid Sydney started as a modest festival of light back in 2009 and has expanded significantly over the years, drawing major international artists and adding live music and foodie events to its roster.
The festival has won several awards over the years, including Australia’s Best Tourism Event (multiple times) and Best Public Event at the Australian Event Awards in 2022.
Reservations
Booking required
To book your spot, please email [email protected] or call 1800 326 822 with your pass number, preferred date and time of departure.
Walk-ins are accepted but are subject to availability on the day.
Explore this attraction and 17 more, all for one low price
View all attractionsWhere you'll be
Circular Quay, Wharf 6, Sydney, AUWhere you'll meet
Departs from Circular Quay – Wharf 6 or Darling Harbour – Aquarium Wharf.
Standard opening hours
Departs Darling Harbour, Aquarium Wharf: 6PM and 7:20PM
Departs Circular Quay, Wharf 6: 6:10PM, 7:25PM and 8:45PM
Find out more
For more information, visit the Fantasea Cruising website.
Build your unique Sydney itinerary with our trip planner
We’ll give you the best route to check off all your must-sees, museums, landmarks and more
How it works
The Go Sydney pass makes sightseeing easy
Buy
Pick your pass. We have different types to suit your preferences.
Scan
Download our highly-rated app to scan in at each attraction.
Save
Enjoy guaranteed savings (or we'll refund you the difference!).
We're kind of popular, but don't just take our word for it.
Have a 5% discount, on us!
Sign up to our newsletter and receive exclusive discounts, trip inspiration and attraction updates straight to your inbox.
