It opened on 15 April 2013 as a replacement for Wharf 8 on Darling Harbour which closed to make way for the Barangaroo development.

The Overseas Passenger Terminal meanwhile handles all International cruise liners.

When the terminal is occupied, Captain Cook Cruises operate a ferry service to Barangaroo.

[7] On 21 March 2022 it was announced that approximately $60 million would be spent to enable shore power at the terminal from 2024.

[8] A free shuttle bus connects cruise passengers to the nearby Sydney CBD and Circular Quay.