Melbourne River Cruises
Scenic river cruises along the Yarra from Southbank, rated 4.4 across more than 2,400 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Melbourne River Cruises operate from Southbank Promenade, on the Yarra River in the heart of Melbourne. A popular sightseeing experience, the cruises offer a relaxing, scenic way to see the city from the water — gliding along the Yarra past the city's landmarks, the Docklands, the parklands and the riverside sights, with informative commentary along the way.
The appeal is that combination of a relaxing cruise and a great way to see the city: from the comfort of the boat, you take in Melbourne's riverside landmarks, bridges and skyline, learning about the city's history and sights as you go. It's a lovely, easygoing way to experience the city from a different perspective, popular with visitors and locals alike.
With a 4.4 rating from more than 2,400 reviews, it's clearly a popular experience. Cruise options, routes, times, durations, pricing and availability vary — and cruises depend on the weather — so it's worth checking current details and booking ahead before you go, particularly at busy times or for a specific cruise, while looking forward to a relaxing trip along the Yarra with Melbourne River Cruises.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- WednesdayToday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Thursday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 17:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 76
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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