Sydney Harbour Dinner & Entertainment Cruises

showboat cruises

Cruising Sydney Harbour since 1987, Sydney Showboats has delighted over 6 million guests since 1987 with its daily Sydney Harbour dinner cruise that culminates in a spectacular cabaret show by an all-Australian cast.

This unique dining & entertainment cruise concept has catapulted the brand into a league of its own in the cruising industry. Sydney Showboats has recreated the charm of authentic paddlewheelers that used to ply the waters of Sydney Harbour during the 1800s. Originally conceptualised in 1986, this vessel was introduced to Sydney Harbour in November 1987, just in time for the Australian bicentenary in January 1988.

Sydney Showboats were purpose-built with a theatre-style layout and all the trappings of stage, light and sound requirements to host live cabaret shows, luxury dinner cruises and provide a unique viewing gallery to take in all the gorgeous sights Sydney Harbour has to offer.

The Showboat experience promises a night full of spectacular sights, great food and entertainment that transcends all expectations! Glamorous showgirls, in glittering beaded outfits, usher guests into this New Orleans-style paddlewheeler and transport them into a sensational world of glitz and glamour – an experience like no other!

Showboat 3Hr Christmas Party Dinner Cruise With Drinks

An all-inclusive dinner, drinks and entertainment cruise package, perfect for year-end Christmas parties or celebratory meet-ups with friends.

Duration 3hr

From $185 ~~$240~~

Showboat Dinner Cruise with 3-course Menu, Show & Drinks

Showboat’s most-sought after cabaret dinner cruise, complemented with free-flowing wines, sparkling, soft drinks and juices.

Duration 3hr

From $185 ~~$240~~

Showboat Art Decko Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise

Party on New Year’s eve at the private Art Decko level of Sydney Showboat II; all-inclusive fireworks cruise with dinner, drinks and DJ.

Duration 7hr

From $1100 ~~$1250~~

Paddlewheel Lounge Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise

The Paddlewheel Lounge on the Showboat is an exclusive NYE party venue on the harbour. Dinner, drinks, dancing & prime fireworks views included.

Duration 7hr

From $1100

Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise

Are you ready for good times on Sydney Harbour with the Showboat Christmas party lunch cruise? Get your group together for a celebration.

Duration 2hr 30min

From $89 ~~$105~~

Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise With Drinks

Special Showboat lunch cruise package for individuals and groups looking for a unique venue to celebrate at the end of the year.

Duration 2hr 30min

From $109 ~~$129~~

Sydney Showboat Buffet Lunch Cruise

How about a lunch cruise with spectacular views of Sydney’s iconic attractions aboard an authentic New Orleans-style paddlewheeler?

Duration 2hr 30min

From $89 ~~$105~~

Showboat Lunch Cruise Private Event (Main Deck)

Celebrate your next event on the Main Deck of Sydney Showboat with wrap-around verandahs and cathedral windows. All-inclusive packages available.

Duration 2hr

Showboat Dinner Cruise Private Event (Main Deck)

Make your celebrations memorable with the Sydney Showboat Main Deck venue offering a tantalising 3-course menu and a fantastic show.

Duration 3hr

Showboat Dinner Cruise with 3-course Menu & Show

Sydney’s spectacular dinner & show experience since 1987, delighting millions of guests with the ‘life is a cabaret' experience & restaurant-quality dining.

Duration 3hr

From $165 ~~$204~~

Sydney Showboat NYE Fireworks Cruise

‘Life is a cabaret’ celebration on the Showboat NYE cruise – dinner, drinks, dances, DJ music and stunning fireworks on the harbour.

Duration 7hr

From $1450

Showboat 3Hr Christmas Party Dinner Cruise

This spectacular Christmas party cruise with dinner and show on board an authentic paddlewheeler is designed to impress your guests.

Duration 3hr

From $165 ~~$204~~

Christmas Day Showboat Lunch Cruise with Drinks

Celebrate Christmas Day with a Showboat cruise on Sydney Harbour – live jazz band, special banquet menu and free-flowing drinks.

Duration 3hr

From $189 ~~$225~~

Showboat Art Decko Private Deck Dinner Cruise

The Art Decko is a perfect function space for a private dinner with exclusive use of the outer deck and dining saloon.

Duration 3hr

From $250

Australia Day Showboat Buffet Lunch Cruise With Drinks

Experience the Australia Day Ferrython and other popular events on board a special Sydney Showboats lunch cruise on the harbour.

Duration 4hr

From $162 ~~$188~~

Showboat Australia Day Fireworks Dinner Cruise with Drinks

Sydney's most sought-after dinner cruise with show, combined with evening harbour events and grand fireworks finale on Australia Day.

Duration 3hr

From $162 ~~$192~~

Valentine's Day Showboat Dinner Cruise With Drinks

Celebrate your day of love with this glamorous dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour, which includes the spectacular cabaret ‘Voyage of Love’.

Duration 3hr

From $168

Vivid Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise

Combine Vivid Sydney lights with a Showboat dinner cruise and enjoy a truly spectacular night!

Duration 3hr

From $150 ~~$204~~

Showboat Party Dinner cruise

Celebrate your special day the Showboat way with a spectacular Sydney Harbour cruise, deluxe dinner & a cabaret show by all-Australian cast!

Duration 3hr

From $165 ~~$204~~