Yarra River Cruises

Cruise the Yarra River and spot Melbourne’s top sights from both directions in just 45–50 minutes, ideal when you're short on time.

See icons like Southbank, Flinders Street Station, and the city skyline as you cruise downstream towards Queen's Bridge.

Head upstream to catch leafy parklands, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and glimpses of the MCG near Punt Road Bridge.

Refresh with drinks or light snacks from the onboard bar and relax in the covered seating area or on the open-air deck.

Choose your cruise: gardens upstream, ports downstream, or city highlights both ways.

The captain’s live commentary adds local flavour and fun facts throughout the ride, making it great for first-timers and families.

Choose a 1-, 2-, or 3-hour rental and cruise the Yarra River at your own pace—no boat license or prior experience required.

Steer past city landmarks like Flinders Street Station, Royal Botanic Gardens, Docklands, and Melbourne’s iconic sporting arenas.

Each boat seats up to 8 people around a picnic table, with shaded seating and space for snacks, drinks, and furry friends.

Bring your own picnic or pre-order catering at select docks for a laid-back, food-friendly river adventure.

Designed with recycled materials and powered by electric motors, these boats offer a quiet, zero-emission way to explore Melbourne.

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".

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?

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.

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.

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

Step into the world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons (24 Jun–17 Aug) through interactive exhibits that blend the game’s charm with engaging, hands-on marine education.

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.