Highlights of Melbourne Cruise

Cruise the Yarra river and admire Melbourne's spectacular skyline on a two hour narrated city cruise. Your cruise includes both the down and up river routes, encompassing the scenic river gardens and Herring island with the contrasting port and former-industrial Docklands area; giving you an extensive appreciation of the entire Melbourne region.

You'll get a new perspective on Melbourne from your Yarra River cruise. Accompanied by informative commentary that brings the past alive with historical details about Melbourne's original settlement by the port. Have your camera ready on your Yarra River cruise as you'll want to capture the city views and gardens you'll pass along the way.

Downriver highlights:

• Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct
• Crown Entertainment Complex
• World Congress Center and Trade Center
• Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center
• Docklands
• West Gate Bridge
• 19th-century sailing ship Polly Woodside

Upriver highlights:

• Princes Bridge
• Royal Botanic Gardens
• The Governor's residence
• Herring Island
• National Tennis Center
• Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
• Olympic Park
• Victorian Arts Center spire

Schedule details

Departure Dates:

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Departure Point:

Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct Landing, Lower Promenade, Melbourne

Departure Time:

January - April
• 10.00am to 2:30pm, departing every 30-minutes

May - September

• 11.00am to 2:00pm, departing every 30-minutes

October - December

• 10.30am to 2:30pm, departing every 30-minutes

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point

Pricing information

Click the link below to check pricing & availability on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Sightseeing Cruise
• Commentary
• Drinks (tea and coffee)
• Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Exclusions:

• Food
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Vehicles are collapsible wheelchair accessible, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations
• Please note the travel date is only required as an indication within 3 months from booking confirmation date

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.