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Highlights of Melbourne Cruise

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Experience the best of Melbourne on the Highlights of Melbourne Cruise! Cruise along the iconic Yarra River and take in the breathtaking skyline of this vibrant city. With both down and up river routes, you'll explore the scenic river gardens and Herring Island, as well as the contrasting port and former-industrial Docklands area. Marvel at the Melbourne sports precinct, including the famous MCG, and cruise past the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Enjoy stunning views of the city before heading to the Docklands and Docklands Stadium. This two-hour narrated city cruise will give you a comprehensive appreciation of the entire Melbourne region. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience & Audio Guided
  • Cruise along Melbourne's iconic Yarra River
  • Admire Melbourne's spectacular skyline from the water
  • Pass by the Royal Botanic Gardens and Melbourne Convention Centre
  • Explore the scenic river gardens and Herring Island
  • Experience stunning views of the city and Docklands area
  • Commentary
  • Drinks (tea and coffee)
  • Yarra River Cruise
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Introduction

The Highlights of Melbourne Cruise offers a captivating adventure along the picturesque Yarra River, allowing you to soak in the beauty of Melbourne's magnificent skyline. During this two-hour narrated city cruise, you will be immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city, discovering its rich history and cultural heritage. With both the down and up river routes, you'll explore the scenic river gardens and Herring Island, while also experiencing the contrasting port and former-industrial Docklands area, providing a comprehensive view of the entire Melbourne region.

What to expect?

Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through Melbourne's famous waterway. As you cruise along the iconic Yarra River, you will be enchanted by the stunning views that unfold before your eyes. Learn about the city's fascinating past, its iconic landmarks, and the vibrant culture that shapes Melbourne into one of the world's most livable cities. This immersive experience will give you a unique perspective of the city, allowing you to appreciate its beauty from a different vantage point.

Who is this for?

The Highlights of Melbourne Cruise appeals to a wide range of individuals seeking a memorable and relaxing experience. Whether you are a local resident looking to explore your own city from a fresh perspective, a family seeking a fun and educational outing, or a curious traveler wanting to discover the essence of Melbourne, this cruise is for you. It caters to both young and old, locals and tourists alike, ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Why book this?

Embark on this scenic river cruise to witness the true beauty of Melbourne. Marvel at the city's skyline as it unfolds before your eyes, capturing the essence of this vibrant metropolis. The narrated tour will provide you with intriguing insights into Melbourne's history, culture, and iconic landmarks, giving you a deeper understanding of this remarkable city. Whether you're a nature lover fascinated by the river gardens or a history buff interested in exploring the city's past, this cruise offers a unique and enriching experience that shouldn't be missed.

Good to know

During this two-hour cruise, you will board at Berth No 2 in the lively Southbank area, conveniently located near the Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct. As you journey along the Yarra River, you will pass by renowned attractions such as the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and the Docklands Stadium. The cruise offers picturesque views at every turn, allowing you to capture unforgettable moments. Don't forget your camera to immortalize this memorable experience!

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on the Highlights of Melbourne Cruise have consistently praised the stunning views and informative narration provided during the tour. Many have expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to explore Melbourne's iconic landmarks from a unique perspective. Travelers have found the cruise to be a peaceful and enjoyable experience, particularly highlighting the majestic scenery and the knowledgeable guides who added depth to their understanding of the city. Overall, reviews have reflected high satisfaction with the cruise, making it a must-do activity for anyone visiting or residing in Melbourne.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Melbourne River Cruises

(Pass by)

Embark your cruise from lively Southbank

Yarra River

(Pass by)

Cruise along Melbourne's iconic river and learn of the history and culture of one of the world's most livable cities.

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

(Pass by)

MCG part of the Melbourne sports precinct that also includes AAMI Park, Olympic Park, Tennis Centre, Rod Laver Arena

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

(Pass by)

Royal Botanic Gardens

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

(Pass by)

Cruise past the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and nearby Crown Entertainment Complex

Docklands

(Pass by)

See stunning views of the city before travelling to the Docklands and Docklands Stadium

Reviews

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David_S

My American friends were fascinated by the difference in each end of the river on two hour tour. From port to green riverbanks

Brian_G

Lots of good views of the Melbourne skyline. The audio could have been louder to be clearer. The weather was nice and we enjoyed the ride as well as the scenery. Learned something about the history of Melbourne.

Simran_M

The cruise takes you upstream and down stream. We found upstream better and the docklands downstream was a bit too long for us But of course one can sit back and enjoy the day with many pictures to be taken while on the cruise They offer some drinks and tit bits on the cruise and one can move around d and capture all the sights

KrisB539

I’ve been to Melbourne many times but have never done a river cruise before. On a sunny but cool autumn day it was a fantastic way to relax and enjoy this dynamic city and a little of its history from the water. Highly recommend for good photo ops and a relaxing outing.

Judith_H

seeing the city from a different perspective, commentary was very informative, staff were friendly, would do it again

Will_M

Trip down to the port was very interesting. Good commentary. Downriver more interesting than upriver for me

Anonymous

When purchasing the tickets on Viator, we chose our tickets according to the age ranges specified and thereby selected 4 seniors tickets for those in our group above age 65. However, on picking up the tickets from Berth 2 at Southbank, I was informed that a senior is one who must hold a senior card in Au and NZ. After much "discussions", the person at Berth 2 let the matter go. I feel this point should be clear and not be an unhappy start to the cruise. The river cruise, though pleasant, is in itself not memorable and it comes with a 15 mins wait time in between to pick up passengers. Basically the 2h cruise is made up of a one hr return cruise sailing east in direction of Sth Yarra and a second one hr return cruise sailing west towards Docklands.

Santosh_N

The ferry is terribly slow. 2 hrs is way too long. And honestly, it’s not worth going for one complete hour upstream (where there’s no architecture). And if we choose a 1 hr trip, it took us upstream where’s there’s nothing to see other than the MCG. This trip can easily be done in 45 min max with slightly a faster moving ferry. And why’d you have a ferry with a closed (opaque) top. People sitting inside away from the windows cannot see the skyline.

Lara_M

Great way to see Melbourne. Service was super, everyone was so friendly and helpful. Had a great time, great value for money!

Larry P

The cruise was on a semi cold afternoon…this river boat is 90% enclosed with side windows that open so you’re really not cold. The roof is semi covered with glass that lets the sunlight in warming the compartment. The rear has seating for about 12 people to sit and another 10 to stand. The rear wasn’t windy at all and the picture you can take was incredible. There are two trips you can take … the up river and down river. I purchased both trip so it was a two hour river tour. The tour is mostly a pre-recorded audio tour but the captain and the first officer will answer any question you may have. Learned a lot about Melbourne and the aquatic and land history during the river excursion. They do offer drinks and snack at a cost that was reasonable so I would suggest pre-buying some food prior to getting into the boat if you take the 2 hour tour. The ship berth (berth 2) where you get into your boat has plenty of food / bar around the boat company berth. I truly enjoyed it but I like boat tours everywhere they offer one .
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-19 03:13