showboat cruises
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 Classic Dinner Cruise
Sydney’s premier dinner & cabaret cruise aboard a grand paddlewheeler. Cruising since 1987, enjoy captivating cabaret & a divine 3-course dinner!
Duration 3hr
From $159
$205
Showboat Classic Dinner Cruise With Drinks
The Showboat's signature dinner & show experience, now complemented with a bottomless beverage package – enjoy free-flowing house beers, wines, sparkling & juices.
Duration 3hr
From $195
$240
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 3hr
From $99
$140
Showboat Dinner Cruise & Show + Jet Boat Combo
Experience the best of two worlds; spend a leisurely evening on 'Sydney Showboat' with dinner & show, come back another day for a free jet boat ride!
Duration 3hr
From $200
$289
Showboat Anniversary Dinner Cruise for Two
Enjoy a romantic evening with your partner cruising Sydney Harbour; 3-course dinner, Lobster Mornay, VIP seats for cabaret show & bottle of Chandon!
Duration 3hr
From $400
Showboat Birthday Dinner Cruise
Celebrate your birthday on board the famous Sydney Showboat. Enjoy welcome cocktails, deluxe dinner, VIP seats, a cabaret show and celebrate on stage!
Duration 3hr
From $195
$215
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
Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise
Perfect party venue for year-end celebrations and casual get-togethers with colleagues or friends, complete with a lavish buffet & stunning harbour vistas.
Duration 3hr
From $99
$140
Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise With Drinks
Round up your friends or colleagues and join this popular harbour cruise to enjoy a buffet lunch, drinks, stunning views & special Xmas trimmings!
Duration 3hr
From $125
$170
Showboat Christmas Party Dinner Cruise With Drinks
An all-inclusive dinner, drinks & entertainment cruise package, perfect for year-end Christmas parties or celebratory meet-ups with friends.
Duration 3hr
From $160
$240
Showboat Christmas Party Dinner Cruise
Celebrate your year-end Christmas party on Showboat’s iconic cruise experience combining a 3-course dinner, live cabaret show & spectacular views!
Duration 3hr
From $145
$205
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 $229
Showboat Art Decko Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise
All-inclusive NYE celebration on the Art Decko of Sydney Showboat with fantastic fireworks views, deluxe dinner, bottomless drinks, DJ & dancing.
Duration 7hr
From $1400
Paddlewheel Lounge Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise
The Showboat’s Paddlewheel Lounge is an exclusive NYE party venue on the harbour offering a 5-course dinner, bottomless drinks, & spectacular fireworks views.
Duration 7hr
From $1300
Sydney Showboat NYE Fireworks Cruise
Celebrate New Year’s Eve on the famous Sydney Showboat harbour cruise with a 5-course dinner, premium drinks, live cabaret and NYE fireworks displays.
Duration 7hr
From $1600
Showboat Australia Day Fireworks & Light Parade Dinner Cruise
Experience Australia Day’s special harbour events on Sydney's famous dinner cruise, complete with a sensational cabaret show, a deluxe menu & drinks.
Duration 3hr
From $199
Vivid Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise
Experience the spectacular Vivid Lights on the Harbour aboard Showboat’s signature dinner cruise with a sensational cabaret show & a deluxe dinner.
Duration 3hr
From $185
$205