Vivid Sydney 2024 | 1902 VIP Steam Launch Lady Hopetoun

Vivid Sydney started in 2009 and is now one of the biggest festivals in Sydney, boasting 2.33 million in attendance in 2017. During the festival, Sydney and her various buildings and landmarks will be transformed into an illuminated work of art.  

Experience the unabashed love story in the sky during this year's Vivid Festival aboard our beautiful Steam Launch Lady Hopetoun. 

Lady Hopetoun will do 2x 1-hour cruises and will leave at 6.00pm and 7.30pm from the Australian National Maritime Museum, Pyrmont. As you cruise down the harbour, you will have an opportunity seeing harbour icons under the Vivid lights - the mighty Harbour Bridge and the stunning Opera House and many more. 

 
Event Information: 

Cruise #1: ● Boarding 5.45pm ● Departing 6.00pm ● Returning 7.00pm 

Cruise #2: ● Boarding 7.15pm ● Departing 7.30pm ● Returning 8.30pm 

• Where to arrive: At the two anchors outside the main entrance of the Australian National Maritime Museum, Pyrmont 
• What to wear: sensible footwear, bring a windproof jacket. No sharp heeled shoes. The weather can change during the cruise, a windproof jacket may be useful as it may be breezy and cold out in the harbour. 
• What to bring: BYO food, snacks & beverages. Complimentary tea & coffee available. 

 
Transport: 

• Walk from Town Hall station across the historic Pyrmont Bridge to Australian National Maritime Museum (15 min). 
• Darling Harbour ferry from Wharf 5 at Circular Quay and alight at Pyrmont Bay. 
• Light Rail L1 from Central station or Dulwich Hill and alight at Pyrmont Bay.  
• Bus No 389 which runs from Bondi Junction to Pyrmont and goes through the city with a stop in Park St close to George Street and the Town Hall. Alight at Star Casino (5 min walk to Museum (https://transportnsw.info/routes/details#/sydney-buses-network/389/31389) 
• Parking at Harbourside Car Park, Murray Street, Pyrmont.  

Special Conditions: 

• Due to safety requirements children must be at least 4 years old to board the vessel. 
• Due to the heritage nature, the vessel is not wheelchair accessible. Stilettos, sharp-heeled shoes and smoking strictly prohibited. 
• If, in the opinion of the Master on the day, the wind or sea state is deemed unsuitable for the comfort of passengers, the cruise will be cancelled, and passengers refunded. 
• Please read through the terms and conditions carefully prior to booking. 

Contact us via email [email protected] or direct line +61 2 8204 3500 

Visit our website www.shf.org.au for more information. 

Event Venue

Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray Street, Sydney, Australia