NYE 2021: most popular New Year’s Eve cruises in Sydney that you should be aware of

Every year, more than a million people flock to Sydney to be a part of the world-famous Sydney NYE celebrations. From the iconic fireworks that happen on Sydney Harbour to the popular Sydney Harbour of Lights Parade, the city is known for extravagant festivities. And as the city’s excitement escalates to a fever pitch, people engage in a slew of activities that stretch into the early break of dawn such as camping on one of the islands, drinking up yo the panoramic views of the harbour, catch the fireworks from a New Year’s Eve cruise on Sydney Harbour and more. Each experience is unique in its own way and is sure to leave you with lasting memories.

New Year’s Eve cruises in Sydney

Cruising the Harbour on the new year’s eve in Sydney has been a popular trend among Sydneysiders for many years now. These cruises offer a leisurely trip across Sydney Harbour that lasts around five to seven hours and offers a delicious new year’s eve dinner with premium drinks. One of the biggest advantages of getting on board a new year’s eve cruise is that you can avoid battling the crowd on Sydney Harbour to get a good glimpse of the harbour festivities. Choose Sydney Harbour’s newest glass boat cruise if you’re looking for a sophisticated new year’s eve party venue. With a stunning nautical design featured by exquisite floor-to-ceiling glass walls, fully air-conditioned interiors and a spacious dining salon, the glass boat is an impressive venue that definitely stands a cut above the rest. The food served on board the cruise is a special 5-course seated and served dinner freshly prepared by experienced chefs. Choose an all-inclusive New Year’s Eve cruise in Sydney for an experience you won’t forget in a hurry!

New Year’s Eve with the animals

If you haven’t yet planned where to spend the next new year’s eve in Sydney, here’s an interesting choice for you. Sydney’s Taronga Zoo hosts a family-friendly new year’s eve party every year with live entertainment and amazing harbour views. Hang out with the adorable and fierce animals to have a special new year’s eve. The zoo offers a range of ticketing options that allows you to either have a leisurely evening out on their lawn or a vibrant dinner party at the zoo’s ballroom and rooftop venues. Taronga Zoo is also a much sought-after vantage point on Sydney Harbour where you get amazing views of the fireworks in a less crowded environment.

Attend an island party

Sydney Harbour is known to have a number of islands dotting its beautiful coastline. During the new year’s eve, people flock to these islands to attend some of the popular ticketed NYE parties. For instance, the New Year’s Eve at Goat Island is a great vantage point for taking in the views of fireworks from the western side of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Visit Shark Island to attend a thrilling dance party with DJ-inspired tunes and buy yourself some delicious gourmet eats from the food stalls here. If you love camping and glamping, Cockatoo Island is your place to be. You can also visit any of the oft-heard New Year’s Eve parties in Sydney such as the Harbour Party at Luna Park, Cruise Bar, or the NYE party at Victoria Park.

While we still may have our fingers crossed on whether or not the Fireworks will happen this year, let’s hope to bid farewell to 2020 in the most deserving way. So think wise and choose your best destination in Sydney to have a great start to 2021.

Looking for a place to have a well-deserved Christmas party in Sydney? Get on board a Christmas party harbour cruise on Sydney Harbour or attend a beach Christmas party for a memorable one.