Sydney Harbour Tall Ships runs cruises from Campbell's Cove Jetty in The Rocks aboard historic sailing vessels, including the Southern Swan, a Danish ship built in the 1920s. The slower pace gives you time to take in harbour landmarks from the water and hear about the ship and the places along the route. Depending on the cruise, you may be invited to help with the sails or take the helm. Twilight and dinner trips add food and drinks; some premium tickets include a climb up the mast.
Sailing on a historic ship
The Southern Swan is a Danish vessel dating to the 1920s. Its working sails and ropes give the cruise a different feel from a standard harbour tour, and passengers may be invited to help set the sails. The crew also shares information about the ship and the parts of Sydney Harbour along the route.
Cruises pass major harbour sights at an unhurried pace. The passenger group is small enough to leave room to move around the deck, take photographs and watch the crew at work. From Campbell's Cove Jetty, the departure point is in The Rocks.
Choose a cruise to suit your visit
The sailing experiences include afternoon and twilight trips, dinner cruises and a pirate cruise for families. Twilight trips can include food and drinks, while dinner sailings pair a meal with an evening on the harbour. Check the details of your chosen ticket before booking, as inclusions differ.
On the pirate cruise, children can take part in activities such as a treasure hunt, drawing with chalk and helping with deck tasks. The crew also invites passengers to get involved with ropes, sails and steering. Premium tickets include the option to climb the mast and sit at the top during the trip; choose this ticket if that experience matters to you.
During Vivid Sydney, the cruise provides a view of the illuminated Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the water. A sunset or twilight sailing is also a good fit if you want to see the harbour as the light changes.
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How long is a Sydney Harbour Tall Ships cruise?
A typical cruise lasts about two hours.
Where do Sydney Harbour Tall Ships cruises depart?
They leave from Campbell's Cove Jetty in The Rocks.
Can you help sail the ship?
Passengers may be invited to help with the sails, ropes or steering. Premium tickets include the option to climb the mast and sit at the top.
Are there cruises for children?
The pirate cruise has activities for children, including a treasure hunt, chalk drawing and deck tasks.
