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Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights with Bondi Beach and Watsons Bay

5 Reviews 3.80 out of 5 stars Based on 5 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Sydney, Australia
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

When your cruise ship docks in Sydney, enjoy a 4 hour shore excursion to explore the city's top sights, as well as the eastern suburbs and Bondi Beach. Attractions you'll see include Sydney Harbour Bridge, historical George Street, and the Gap. Port pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan is included at either Circular Quay or White Bay.

What's Included

  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pickup from central hotels in Sydney

What To Expect

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The Rocks

After port pickup, your city sightseeing shore excursion starts in the Rocks precinct, where you'll visit the Sydney Observatory lookout for views over the city. Stop under Sydney Harbour Bridge, and walk along the waterfront with Sydney Opera House in the background.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Continue your tour with a drive along historical George Street to see landmarks such as the Queen Victoria Building and Town Hall. Pass by Martin Place, and cross back through the city via Elizabeth and Macquarie streets, heading toward the Royal Botanic Gardens with a look at St Mary’s Cathedral on the way. Stop briefly in the Botanic Gardens to take in the lush scenery before continuing to Sydney's eastern suburbs.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Watsons Bay

You'll pass through Woolloomooloo and Kings Cross to reach some of the most expensive suburbs in Australia, such as Rushcutters Bay, Darling Point, Double Bay, Point Piper, Rose Bay, and Vaucluse, where your guide points out celebrity hot-spots and homes. Then head out to Watson’s Bay to walk along the clifftops of the Gap, the opening of Sydney Harbour from the Pacific Ocean.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bondi Beach

On the way back to the city center, stop at Bondi Beach, the country's most iconic stretch of sand, a beautiful location home to surfers, sunbathers, swimmers, and lifeguards.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights with Bondi Beach and Watsons Bay?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-10784P11

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights with Bondi Beach and Watsons Bay?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Port pickup and drop-off.
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights with Bondi Beach and Watsons Bay is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sydney Shore Excursion: Half-Day Sydney City Highlights with Bondi Beach and Watsons Bay will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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