We went on a fabulous Christmas Day cruise. The buffet lunch was just delicious and being on the harbour for the day was just lovely. The staff were all really helpful and it was a great experience overall.

Based on C123's wonderful review below, I did go and try out a Sydney Showboat cruise last night. We got a three course meal with a drinks package and it was fabulous! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the singing and dancing performances, as well as the magician. The staff were very friendly also, I would recommend Sydney Showboat Cruises to everybody.

Sydney Showboats gave me an unforgettable experience of Sydney harbour with my family. It was very entertaining- the delicious food presented ever so nicely, wonderful service and of course the dancers! You could go outside onto the deck whenever you wanted to look at the beautiful Sydney Harbour view. I really enjoyed this and it is definitely a MUST if you have never gone on a showboat before! It is perfect for celebrations- Christi, birthdays or any other occasions!

I went last year on Australia Day, It was a great experience in showboat dinner cruise.
3 hour Sydney Harbour cruise on board an authentic paddlewheeler
- Deluxe 3 course dinner
- Live international cabaret show featuring singer, dancers and magician
- See the spectacular fireworks display
- Great photo opportunity. I am so happy and I planning to celebrate Australia Day 2013 also in Showboats

Approximate cost: $80

Enjoyed my time on the showboat with our party and my husband it was lovely , found the entertainment a bit stale like they weren't enjoying it, and service a little slow.... but overall we had a great time, pictures to keep for memories and it was just something totally different to what we would normally do.
Toilets could have been a little bit cleaner knowing there are so many people on board.

Great experience. We went there for my birthday and had lots of fun.Great way to spend 3 hours on this beautiful harbour with great dinner and cabaret show. Love the magician as well.

excellent day out on the water with a top class meal and top class service... would definitely go back again.. price was a little too high though

Approximate cost: $80

The price includes a 3 hour cruise, 3 course meal, drinks and a one hour cabaret show. The food is great, especially the entree platter and the dessert platter. The show is good with an international theme. The night scene of Sydney harbour is beautiful. An excellent choice for a special night.

Approximate cost: $115/person