Celebrate The Grand Return Of Vivid Sydney In Style

Visit the iconic harbour city during the upcoming Vivid Sydney Festival and enjoy the absolute best Sydney has to offer!

If you are looking for destinations to visit on vacation, Sydney should be on top of your list. It is one of the most wonderful cities in the world that has all kinds of activities and experiences for both the young and aged. Surely the city never fails to leave you awestruck. Sydney is home to some of the most iconic attractions and festivals. The best time to explore this wondrous city is during Vivid Sydney. 

One of the top favourite activities during Vivid is going for one of the sought-after relaxing Vivid cruises. You get to sit back, unwind and take in the magnificent sights of the lit-up city in great style. The Vivid cruises are one of a kind and are the best waterfront dining experience you can get in Australia. Spot an authentic paddlewheeler with an old-world charm offering a unique cruising and dining experience in Sydney Harbour. What makes it extraordinary is that you can enjoy a freshly prepared deluxe seated and served healthy, wholesome contemporary style buffet dinner while witnessing an amazing one-hour live cabaret performance by an all-Australian cast of the highest calibre. This is the only Sydney Vivid cruise with a show. The authentic paddlewheeler is also a vessel that is rare in its making and one of the oldest in the city, proclaiming an old-world charm with high elegance and a luxury setting. It is indeed fun to explore this vintage vessel which has so much on offer. Enjoy the prime views of the ‘Lighting of the Sails’ in the Opera House and glittering Harbour Bridge from its wrap-around verandahs and cathedral windows and click some stunning photographs that can truly set your IG feed on fire! It is certain that you will never be disappointed with its top-notch service and inclusions. 

This is a wonderful way to get close-up views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and many more prominent landmarks and art installations including the best from Circular Quay and the Rocks. During Vivid, when everyone is rushing to get the best views, you have the opportunity to get the best views of the sparkling Harbour and the city’s icons. Imagine enjoying a scrumptious dinner with your loved ones while enjoying the close-up views of the spectacular Vivid Light installations. It is truly a sight to behold!

Vivid Sydney, although known for its outdoor light installations, it is also an event where there is live music, art, and intellectually enlightening discussions taking place. Vivid is also a festival that attracts artists and art lovers from all over the country and people from across the world. The event is known for showcasing vibrant and different talents every year while they achieve newer heights of glory and go beyond our expectations. Another highlight of the festival is the fantastic line-up of artists who come for Vivid Music. Both international and local artists are welcome to perform in this prestigious stage for many to see. 

And it doesn’t end here, there is Vivid Ideas which offers a wonderful platform for people to come together to share ideas and host discussions centred around the various creative industries. This exchange of ideas happens in renowned cultural centres including the Museum of Contemporary Art, National Maritime Museum, Australian Museum, and many more at the festival. 

You can spend quality time in Sydney through various experiences. Introduce yourself to a different perspective of the popular Sydney Harbour from on top of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge by going for a BridgeClimb tour. You can also go for a walk and soak up the picturesque coastal views. Sydney is also famous for its historic and culturally rich buildings. The museums have precious ancient artefacts dating from Australian Aboriginal times. There are numerous tours one can go to learn about the intriguing Aboriginal culture. But the Vivid Sydney Festival is one of the best experiences that Sydney has to offer. Visiting Sydney could be an amazing decision but visiting during Vivid will be the best decision you can make in your life!

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