At Circular Quay the ships dock directly across from the Opera House. That is where we were docked for our Navigator Cruise. The ship also stayed overnight in Sydney, so we had great views of the Opera House from our balcony. That was one of my favorite parts of our cruise. The night we overnighted, there were fireworks behind the Opera House. Quite spectacular. We did not arrive in Sydney, but left it after dark. So Margo, I have to agree that the sights coming or going are amazing.
