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A popular event on the city’s calendar, Vivid Sydney sees New South Wales’ state capital come to life with a rich program of cultural and creative events and, of course, its trademark light projections. From the Opera House and the Museum of Contemporary Art to Central Station and an assortment of the city’s inner city precincts, you’ll find no shortage of incredible illuminations, carefully curated events and great things to see and do in Sydney.
Start planning your next Vivid Sydney experience with RedBalloon. Discover a wide selection of Vivid Sydney activities, from scenic harbour cruises to delightful dinners with a view.
As they are run by several different operators, Vivid Sydney cruises depart from various locations around the city. Some Vivid Sydney Harbour cruises depart from Darling Harbour or Circular Quay, while others embark on sightseeing and dinner cruises from nearby locations, such as Walsh Bay.
Once you have secured your Vivid Sydney cruise ticket, you’ll be provided with all the information needed to plan your evening, including your cruise departure location.
The duration of a Vivid Sydney cruise will vary depending on the cruise operator, the type of experience you select and what’s included. If you plan to set sail on a scenic cruise, you’ll find options such as 30-minute, 60-minute and 90-minute cruises. Vivid Sydney dinner cruises are typically longer than standard sightseeing voyages, offering enough time to settle in for a meal, soak up some sights and, in some cases, even enjoy some onboard entertainment. With RedBalloon, you can explore a selection of dinner cruises, from shorter 90-minute outings to four-hour charters.
While a Vivid Sydney Harbour cruise is one way to celebrate this popular annual event, you’ll find plenty of other great things to see, do and discover across the city both at night and throughout the day.
Sydney is home to countless eateries and bars, and if you’re looking for Vivid Sydney activities beyond watching the much-loved light projections, you’ll find plenty of great ways to please your palate. Settle in for a romantic dinner for two, enjoy a delicious meal with friends or try a tipple or two produced by local distilleries or breweries. Delight your taste buds with flavours from across the globe, exploring cuisines as diverse as Modern Asian, Middle Eastern, Italian and Mexican. For something a little different, there are also high tea and molecular gastronomy experiences to discover.
Although a Vivid Sydney cruise allows you to see Sydney Harbour as it’s transformed after dark, a daytime cruise on the harbour is another experience well worth adding to your to-do list. See some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, from the Opera House and the Royal Botanic Gardens to the Harbour Bridge, in the light of day while enjoying expert commentary and a bite to eat. For those who love to turn the excitement level up, a daytime jet boat ride is another great way to spend an afternoon.
During May and June, the weather tends to be cooler in Sydney. RedBalloon has you covered if you’re looking for activities you can enjoy indoors and out of the elements. Discover a wide selection of activities that can be enjoyed on a date in Sydney, with friends or with the whole family in tow. From escape rooms and cooking classes to massages and aquarium encounters, there’s something for just about every age and interest.