THE 2014 Sydney International Boat Show opens this week with both the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island and the Cockle Bay Marina at Darling Harbour filled to capacity.
The show presents everything the water-loving Aussie could ever wish for. More than 60,000 visitors are expected at the show which, for the first time, is being held across two spectacular harbour venues, both available on the one ticket, with transport between the venues included for free.
Opening Thursday 31 July, more than 150 boats will be on display at Darling Harbour, ranging from the more modest, to the most luxurious, making up part of the recreational marine industry valued at $8 billion in Australia.
A free continuous harbour ferry service will transport visitors from Darling Harbour across to the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island where an additional 210 exhibitors will display trailer boats, the latest marine accessories, electronics and leading products available to recreational boaters this year. The Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island can also be accessed via a free continuous shuttle bus service operating to and from Central Station.
The Sydney International Boat Show is the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, and is the one place where those who love boating, or want to learn more about it, can find information on owning a boat, hiring a boat, how to improve their fishing technique, see the latest in ski gear, or browse for their next tinny or kayak.
Whilst there will be plenty of public transport options, visitors wanting to drive are advised to head to Darling Harbour in the first instance. Those wishing to park at Glebe Island can do so by pre-booking their parking.
Tickets and parking for Glebe Island can be purchased at www.sydneyboatshow.com.au
The following tickets are available:
$ 21.00 – Adults (18 years and over)
$ 49.00 – Family (2 Adults & 3 Children, 6-17 years)
$ 13.00 – Children (6-17 years. Free entry 5 years and under)
$ 30.00 – 2-day Guest Pass (18 years and over)
$ 40.00 – 3-day Guest Pass (18 years and over)
$ 15.00 – Aged Pensioners (Must show valid pension card)
$ 19.00 – Seniors (Must show valid seniors card)
The show will open daily from 10am to 8pm at Glebe Island and from 10am to 6pm at the Cockle Bay Marina in Darling Harbour.
