Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Beverages & Snacks available to purchase
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note the travel date is only required as an indication within 3 months from booking confirmation date
Unfortunately the vessel is NOT wheelchair accessible. However, passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the vessel on their own and if the wheelchair is collapsible. The staff are not permitted to assist handicapped persons due to insurance restrictions
The Melbourne Highlights Cruise may include a pause between the two tours and may require switching to a different boat.
What To Expect
Melbourne River Cruises
Embark your cruise from lively Southbank
Yarra River
Cruise along Melbourne's iconic river and learn of the history and culture of one of the world's most livable cities.
Options
Melbourne Highlights
What‘s Included
Commentary
Drinks (tea and coffee)
Yarra River Cruise
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
757 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very relaxing and informative
Wendy S,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great commentary, good company of Grant and Annie. Free tea and coffee. A biscuit would have been nice.
Great river cruise
Maureen J,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great commentary on the sights you see as you travel up the river. However due to a high tide we were not able to go down river
The great river cruise in Melbourne expeditions.
Warren P,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome and great experience. The captain of the ship was very helpful and accomodating. Love to recommend this one
Relaxing Yarra River Cruise for First-Time Visitors
mariskat2017,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I booked the Yarra River Cruise tour for my elderly parents in May 2026. That was their first visit to Melbourne. They really enjoyed the experience—it was relaxing and gave them a unique view of Melbourne’s CBD, with its beautiful buildings seen from the riverside. If you’re looking for a slow-paced, scenic way to admire Melbourne and its surroundings, I would definitely recommend this tour.
Nice informative trip...
Michelle A,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Nice informative trip down the River, I liked to see a bit more of Melbourne. Hubby wasn't as interested.
A Different View of Melbourne
566julieanns,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I took the cruise both ways and found it a good way to see a chunk of Melbourne that I would normally never.
Great experience of city
alisonelderm,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy to locate and pick up ticketts. Great crew, lots of room to move around. Glad we did 2 hour cruise so got to go upstream (gardens) and downstream (docklands).
Great way to see Melbourne
L3734ZFpetere,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great two hour trip, informative and friendly crew
2 hour cruise on the Yarra River. Melbourne.
288sts,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great views of Melbourne and a different perspective of the size of the city and the Docklands area. Great commentary and a full 2 hours up and down the Yarra from Bay 2. Great crew. Thoroughly recommend.
Highlights of Melbourne
victoriabK1890TS,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed seeing the sights from the river. We did the 2 hour trip
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