Melbourne River Cruises on the Yarra
Enjoy a relaxing cruise with family along the Yarra river with commentary highlighting Melbourne’s favourite attractions. Melbourne River Cruises on the Yarra makes a fantastic day out for the whole family.
Melbourne River Cruises on the Yarra
Melbourne River Cruises on the Yarra are one of the most popular attractions to enjoy and view the city. Whether you are a local or visiting Melbourne it is a great family activity for all ages and dog friendly too.
Melbourne River Cruise Review
Our little explorers loved the 1-hour River Gardens Cruise hopping aboard at Southbank. The weather was fantastic making the trip even more enjoyable.
Guests can board on Southbank Promenade, just a 6minute walk from Flinders Street Station. Seats are indoors with sliding opening windows each side for passengers enjoy a breeze and city views.
The city skyline views are beautiful, and it is great to watch the many boats and canoes making use of the Yarra.
The cruise length is perfect for little ones with commentary on the first 30 minutes downstream. We recommend the cruise for a relaxing outing with the family and as part of a bigger outing in and around Melbourne’s city.
The best viewing area is outside at the back of the boat, where you can enjoy a full view of the city skyline and Melbourne parks, river and bridges.
You can purchase drinks and snacks as well if you get peckish. There are also toilets on board
Melbourne River Cruise Options
There are 3 different options to choose for your river cruise.
1. Ports and Docklands Cruise – 1 hour Cruise
Tour stops and highlights:
Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Polly Woodside, Crown, World Congress & Trade Centre, Bolte Bridge & Westgate Bridge, Shipping Channels and dock area, Docklands and Docklands Stadium, Stunning views of Melbourne CBD
2. River Gardens Cruise – 1 hour Cruise
Tour stops and highlights:
Federation Square, Royal Botanic Gardens, Government House, Melbourne & Olympic Parks, Herring Island
3. Melbourne Highlights Cruise – 2-hour Cruise
Tour stops and highlights:
Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre,Polly Woodside, Crown, World Congress & Trade Centre, Bolte Bridge & Westgate Bridge, Shipping Channels and dock area, Docklands and Docklands Stadium, Federation Square, Royal Botanic Gardens, Government House, Melbourne & Olympic Parks, Herring Island
Details
Address: Berth 2, Southbank Promenade, Southbank, VIC, 3006, Melbourne
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday
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Price: Adult $39, Child (3012) $20 and Family Fare (2 Adults + 2 Children) $110. Children under 3 free.
*Guest Contributor: Jo Leditschke
Things to do in Melbourne
Melbourne River Cruises are a fun activity if you are looking to see Melbourne from a different view. Looking for more family friendly things to do in Melbourne:
Best things to do Melbourne for Kids
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