Yarra River cruises

• Choose between 3 equally enticing cruise options, to sail the Yarra River and experience the best of Melbourne's views in 1 or 2 hours.
• If beautiful landscapes meeting iconic government landmarks sounds like a great way to spend an hour, opt for the Parks & Gardens cruise.
• For Melbourne's cultural heartbeat (think the World Congress & Trade Centre and shipping docks), Ports & Docklands cruise is your way to go.
• Better yet, see everything. Spend 2 hours on the Melbourne Highlights Cruise to cover every iconic landmark in one picturesque sail.
• Enjoy informative commentary throughout the Highlights cruise, and opt to purchase a drink, so it's not just your eyes doing all the feasting.

Inclusions

• 1 or 2-hour sightseeing cruise
• Ports and Docklands Cruise, Parks and Gardens Cruise, Melbourne Highlights Cruise (based on option selected)
• Commentary (Highlights cruise)
• Complimentary tea/coffee

Exclusions

• Beverages (can be purchased on the cruise)

• Ports and Docklands Cruise Route
• Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct
• Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
• 19th Century sailing ship “Polly Woodside”
• Crown Entertainment Complex
• World Congress & Trade Centre
• Bolte Bridge & Westgate Bridge
• Shipping Channels and dock area
• Docklands and Docklands Stadium
• Melbourne CBD views
• Parks and Gardens Cruise Route
• Federation Square
• Royal Botanic Gardens
• Government House
• Melbourne & Olympic Parks including AAMI Park, Melbourne Arena, Holden Centre, Margaret Court Arena | MCA, Melbourne Cricket Ground | MCG, and Rod Laver Arena
• Herring Island
• Melbourne Highlights Cruise Route
• All landmarks covered in both of the cruises above.

• The cruise is both wheelchair and stroller accessible.
• Guests appearing intoxicated may not be permitted on the cruise.
• Children will have to remain seated throughout the cruise.
• Australian citizens enjoy reduced prices with concession tickets. Please bring your valid IDs.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• The ferry transfer between Melbourne and Williamstown is as convenient as it is pretty. Board at either point or enjoy a round trip.
• Say yay to not opting for crowded trains or stuffy cars as you cruise along the Yarra River and enjoy views of Melbourne's iconic Crown Casino, Westgate Bridge, and more.
• From its historic landmarks, beaches, and adorable cafes to being Melbourne's first port, Williamstown has plenty to offer.
• Just here for the sail? No problem. Sail right back to where it all started: Southbank or Port Philip Bay and enjoy the views all over again.

Inclusions

• One-way ferry transfer between Melbourne City and Williamstown
• Round-trip (optional)
• Complimentary tea/coffee

• Tip: Have your camera ready at all times, there's a photo-op at every bend!
• The ferry is not accessible by wheelchair or mobility scooters.
• Children will have to remain seated at all times.
• Cruises may be delayed or rescheduled due to weather, tidal conditions, or shipping traffic.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Hop aboard the Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant and choose your perfect sailing experience– brunch, lunch or dinner.
• Enjoy carefully curated dishes made from freshly sourced produce like steak, whole baby pumpkin, and more as you gently sail on the Yarra rivers.
• With soothing music playing in the background, sip on some port as you watch the glass and metal roof of Melbourne Cricket Ground pass by
• From a romantic dinner cruise to a bottomless brunch with drinks, choose a cruise that helps you unwind while experiencing luxury like no other.

Inclusions

• 2 or 3-hour dining cruise (as per option selected)
• Bottomless brunch with drinks (see menu here) (as per option selected)
• Beer, wines, spirits, soft drinks & juice (as per option selected)
• Dessert platter (as per option selected)

• Tip: Bring a light jacket or shawl with you as it can tend to get a little chilly, especially in the evening.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
• The cruise offers vegan, pescatarian, halal, dairy-free, and gluten-free substitutes. Guests must inform of any dietary requirements in advance to ensure the cruise can accommodate them.
• The Spirit of Melbourne can accommodate up to 90 passengers.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Wanna treat yourself to some well-deserved luxury time? Sail on the Spirit of Melbourne and enjoy a decadent meal on a 3-hour water cruise along the Yarra River.
• Tuck into a delicious 4-course dinner, catering to vegetarians and non-vegetarians, prepped by expert chefs using local ingredients like lamb, seasoned veggies, barramundi, and more.
• Premium reds, whites, sparkling wines, beers, and spirits add sparkle to your evening out. Soft drinks and good old orange juice also say hi.
• Can't spell fa-cheese-ncy without cheese, so there'll be a whole platter waiting for you. Sink your sweet tooth in mini desserts, and sip on some Port and Liqueur.
• See how stunning the Rod Laver Arena, Riverside Park, and Royal Botanic Gardens are through Spirit of Melbourne's clear glass windows.

Inclusions

• 3-hour Spirit of Melbourne cruise
• 4-course dinner
• Beer, wines, spirits, soft drinks & juice
• Tea, coffee & chocolate
• Commentary

• Tip: Look out for the striking Herring, a lone island on the Yarra River.
• The cruise is not wheelchair accessible.
• Click here to see the menu.
• Special dietary needs including vegan, pescatarian, halal, dairy-free, and gluten-free are available upon request.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Melbourne feels it looks its best when viewed from the Skydeck and the Yarra River. See if you agree while enjoying great savings on both.
• Ride the fastest elevator in the southern hemisphere before the Melbourne Skydeck lets you in on a 360° view of the entire city.
• Cruise the Yarra River for 1 hour, seeing the Federation Square, Royal Botanic Gardens, major sporting arenas, Herring Island, etc.
• Else, opt for the 2-hour cruise where you see all that, and then some: Crown Entertainment Complex, World Congress & Trade Centre, etc.

Inclusions

Melbourne Skydeck

• Access to Melbourne Skydeck

Yarra River

• 1 or 2-hour Yarra River Cruise (as per option selected)

Melbourne Skydeck

• Tip: Try visiting during evening hours to get amazing sunset clicks and views.
• The venue is wheelchair accessible.
• Parents must accompany children aged 12 and under.

Melbourne River Cruise

• Tip: Keep your camera ready, in landscape mode, as there'll be plenty of photo-ops along the way.
• The cruise is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
• Guests appearing inebriated will not be permitted onboard.
• Children will have to remain seated for the duration of the cruise.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Sightseeing on a boutique boat? This Yarra River cruise aboard Lady M is just 1.5 hours long and with only 25 seats, it’s super exclusive and intimate.
• The onboard commentary will fill you in on all the must-knows. Watch the sunset in peace with your close ones while the skipper handles everything.
• Head to the bar, buy yourself a drink, and enjoy sights like the Botanic Gardens' green expanse to the modern buildings at Federation Square.
• The cruise ends on a high note, timed perfectly to catch the fireballs lighting up the Yarra River promenade by Crown Casino.

Inclusions

• 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise on Yarra River
• Small group of up to 25 guests
• Onboard commentary
• Expert skipper

Exclusions

• Food & beverage (available for purchase onboard)

• Tip: Keep an eye out for the many sculptures and art installations dotted along the Yarra River, including the giant, brightly colored mosaic sculpture Angel by Deborah Halpern.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible, provided they are foldable.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

• These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

• Here's your perfect recipe for an afternoon delight: a bottomless brunch while cruising the Yarra River with Melbourne's best views as a backdrop.
• Brunch right by munching on numerous veggie and non-vegetarian delights – sweet and savory. Eat as much as you like.
• Wash all that food down with a luxurious selection of wines, beer, mimosas, prosecco, tea and coffee.
• The outdoor deck and glass viewing areas offer splendid views of Melbourne's iconic spots including famous sporting arenas, gardens, and more.

Inclusions

• Bottomless brunch with drinks (menu)
• 2-hour Yarra River cruise
• Commentary
• Complimentary tea/coffee

• Tip: If it's a sunny day, hang out on the right side of the ship to bag the best views.
• Here's the menu for the brunch.
• The cruise is accessible by prams and strollers but not by wheelchairs. Guide dogs are welcome.
• Gluten-free and vegan options are available on request.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Knock off 2 Melbourne must-dos: SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium and a sightseeing cruise up and down the Yarra River. Save on both.
• Enjoy skip-the-line access to SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, where 10,000 + water dwellers live, including stingrays, crocodiles, sharks, penguins, etc.
• Check out 12 super fun and interactive zones including Penguin Playground, Wonder Room, etc. Say hello to 65-year-old Pinjarra who weighs 750kgs.
• Pick your Yarra River cruise: 1 hour upstream to the parks and gardens, a downstream cruise to the ports and docklands, or a 2-hour all-inclusive cruise.
• See it all (or choose your favorites): Rod Laver Arena, Dockland Stadium, Polly Woodside, Federation Square, and more.

Inclusions

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

• Entry to SEA LIFE Melbourne

Yarra River Cruise

• 1 or 2-hour sightseeing cruise
• Ports and Docklands Cruise, Parks and Gardens Cruise, Melbourne Highlights Cruise (based on option selected)
• Commentary (Highlights cruise)
• Complimentary tea/coffee

• Ports and Docklands Cruise Route
• Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct
• Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
• 19th Century sailing ship “Polly Woodside”
• Crown Entertainment Complex
• World Congress & Trade Centre
• Bolte Bridge & Westgate Bridge
• Shipping Channels and dock area
• Docklands and Docklands Stadium
• Melbourne CBD views
• Parks and Gardens Cruise Route
• Federation Square
• Royal Botanic Gardens
• Government House
• Melbourne & Olympic Parks including AAMI Park, Melbourne Arena, Holden Centre, Margaret Court Arena | MCA, Melbourne Cricket Ground | MCG, and Rod Laver Arena
• Herring Island
• Melbourne Highlights Cruise Route
• All landmarks covered in both of the cruises above.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

• Tip: If you visit with kids, don't miss the 4D cinema experience – they (and you) will love it.
• The venue is accessible by wheelchair and stroller.
• Carers and companions with valid carer IDs can accompany disabled guests for free.
• Guide dogs are welcome.

Melbourne Highlights Cruise

• Tip: Wear comfy shoes, the riverside stroll along Yarra is an experience on its own.
• The cruise is wheelchair accessible.
• Children will have to remain seated at all times.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Escape into the frost at IceBar Melbourne and cruise the Yarra River for 2 hours, while saving on both experiences with this combo ticket.
• There's icy, and then there's IceBar Melbourne where everything is made of ice: the furniture, sculptures, and even the bar.
• Grab a comfy snow cape and gloves before you get a drink at the IceBar, play ice hockey, mega Jenga, and more.
• Sail the Yarra River for 2 hours, up and down, spotting landmarks like the Rod Laver Arena, Victoria Docks, Dockland Stadium, Federation Square, etc.

Inclusions

IceBar Melbourne

• Entry into IceBar Melbourne
• Snow gear
• Cocktail/Mocktail
• Ice shot (optional)
• JPEG photo (optional)
• Souvenir glass (optional)

Melbourne River Cruise

• 2-hour sightseeing cruise

IceBar Melbourne

• Tip: Capture your frosty moments! Opt for the JPEG photo package to document your icy adventures.
• Please bear in mind that arctic temperatures are not recommended for toddlers and babies.
• Children aged 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Melbourne River Cruise

• Tip: Look out for the striking artificial island of Herring, which is a lone island situated on the Yarra River.
• The cruise is accessible by wheelchair.
• Children will have to remain seated throughout the cruise.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.