Yarra River Cruises

Spend 1-2 hours, cruising along the serene Yarra River, taking in just how marvellous Melbourne is. Choose from three equally worthy cruises.

Cruise along the D&D Stadium, World Congress & Trade Centre, and the famous Polly Woodside by opting for the Ports and Docklands Cruise.

For spectacular views of the Royal Botanical Gardens and Herring Island, opt for the 1hr Parks and Gardens Cruise. Or, have it all by selecting 'Melbourne Highlights Cruise'.

The Highlights Cruise offers onboard commentary, so you learn as you see. Lean back with a beverage you can purchase onboard.

Fun fact: Many animals call Yarra River home, including 18 different species of frogs and 170 bird species!

Save on Melbourne's best views: from 300m high atop the Melbourne Skydeck while leisurely cruising the Yarra River for 1-2 hours.

Get to the highest observation deck in the southern hemisphere. Do it in style, by riding the fastest elevator in the southern hemisphere.

Enjoy stunning 360°views of Melbourne spotting iconic landmarks. Spot them again as you sail the Yarra River for 1 or 2 hours (you choose).

Say hello to Herring Island, Federation Square, Royal Botanic Gardens, etc. Opt to greet major ports and docklands as well by upgrading your tour.

Fun fact: Ancient Chinese rever 88 as an auspicious number. The Skydeck sits on the 88th floor, wishing happiness and luck to everyone visiting!

Good food, great drinks and even better views sailing down the Yarra River– the Spirit of Melbourne experience is straight out of the movies!

Savor meticulously prepared dishes like baked barramundi filet, lamb shank, or a selection of mini desserts that represent the vibrant food culture of Melbourne.

Enjoy some delicious Australian cheese and crackers along with your spirit of choice as you watch the Melbourne skyline from the glass windows.

Choose between a dinner, lunch, or brunch cruise to enjoy a fab time with the gang while watching top Melbourne spots like the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Fun fact: The name of the river comes from the Wurundjeri language where "Yarra Yarra" means "ever-flowing".

Treat yourself to the finer things in life: an evening cruise along the Yarra River, yummy food, great drinks, and stunning city views.

The cruise offers a taste of the region's finest produce, including locally cured meats and vegetarian entrees, followed by a main course and desserts.

Polish the meal with beer, premium reds, whites, sparkling wines, and spirits as you tuck into a cheese platter and lip-smacking desserts.

Try to look away from the food and through the glass windows for stunning views of the Federation Square, waterfront precinct, Herring Island, etc.

Fun fact: During the Victorian gold rush in the mid-19th century, the Yarra River was a bustling waterway as thousands of people traveled upstream in search of gold.

This Yarra River cruise on Lady M, a boutique boat, seating 25, offers an intimate sightseeing trip perfect for couples, friends, and families.

Your skipper handles all the navigation while the onboard commentary brings the sights to life, whether it's the old-school buildings or the modern centers.

Sunset views got you speechless? Make it even better with a drink you can buy right on board.

Every way you look, the views are amazing – see the MCG and Botanical Gardens one way, or Docklands and Victoria Harbour the other way.

Did you know? Crown Casino puts on a fire show every night, where large columns of flame shoot up into the sky over the Yarra River.

Skip waiting in lines to enter SEA LIFE and meet nurse sharks, stingrays, crocodiles, etc. in their 2.2 million liter Oceanarium home.

Get up close with 10,000 underwater species across 12 interactive zones: from fluffy penguins to scary sharks, meet them all.

Can't decide between parks and ports? No worries! Choose from 1-hour Yarra River cruises in both directions or a 2-hour cruise that shows you it all!

Snap, snap, snap – every bend presents a photo-op: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Royal Botanic Gardens, Federation Square, and many more!

Fun fact: Pinjarra is a 65-year-old, 750kg saltwater crocodile (one of Australia's biggest) who lives in SEA LIFE Melbourne.

As good as a bottomless brunch sounds, it's even better when it's on a 2-hour cruise of the Yarra River, with views just as delicious.

Tuck into an all-you-can-eat brunch featuring yummy veggie and non-vegetarian options, complete with desserts, tea and coffee.

If day-drinking on a cruise is your idea of a sophisticated afternoon, welcome onboard to savor premium reds, whites mimosas, and more.

Now that you've got gram-worthy food pics, top this up with clicks of Melbourne's cityscape and its iconic landmarks all around you as you sail.

Fun fact: The Yarra River, before the infamous gold rush, had water so clean and fresh, that people could drink right off the river. Yum?

Hop on a comfortable and convenient ferry that shuttles you between Williamstown and Melbourne City, taking the most scenic route there is.

Greet Melbourne's gems along the way, including the Melbourne Skydeck, Crown Casino, Polly Woodside, Finders Street Station, and more.

Hop off at Williamstown to soak in the small-town charm. From cute cafes and beaches to historic landmarks, there's something for everyone.

Or, ferry right back the way you came, by opting for a round trip, and fall in love with Melbourne from the riverside all over again.

Fun fact: Williamstown is popular for its ghost tours, worth checking out when you're there. You'll be returning in high spirits for sure.

For all things nice and icy, visit IceBar Melbourne where everything is made from ice: the furniture, sculptures, the bar – everything.

It's going to be 45 minutes of brrr but cozily – wear your snow cape as you grab a frosty drink and play games like mega Jenga and ice hockey.

Cruise the stunning Yara River to witness Melbourne's best riverside views of skyscrapers, ports, docks, parks, gardens, and sporting arenas.

From the artificial Herring Island and Melbourne Cricket Ground to Docklands Stadium and World Congress and Trade Centre, see them all.

Did you know that between 1916 and 1966, pubs in Melbourne would shut down service at 6 pm? Lights out, not nights out.