MELBOURNE
Melbourne’s best days out.
The 15 most popular yarra river cruises in Melbourne and across Victoria. What each day actually delivers, who runs it and what it costs.
A 2-hour Yarra River highlights cruise with GPS audio, skyline views from the open deck, and major sights from Docklands to the Botanic Gardens.
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Spirit of Melbourne dinner cruise on the Yarra River: 4-course meal, premium drinks, and skyline views past landmarks in about 3 hours.
“This was a fantastic way to end our holiday in Melbourne, the food was mouthwatering, service was brilliant. Great value for money. I would definitely do this again. It was one of the highlights of our holiday.”
A 1-hour Yarra River cruise from Federation Wharf with live English commentary, tea and coffee, and easy views of Melbourne landmarks.
Melbourne to Williamstown ferry cruise on the Yarra with big-window views, onboard narration, and flexible time in a seaside suburb.
“Relaxing ferry rides with interesting recorded commentary both directions. Crew very helpful. Went on 10:30am trip to Williamstown, had plenty of time for a nice lunch, came back on 1:45pm trip.”
Sail the Yarra and Port Philip Bay to Williamstown for a relaxed Melbourne skyline cruise with onboard commentary, tea, and coffee.
Rent an electric picnic boat on Melbourne’s Yarra. Captain your own cruise for up to 8, eco-friendly, easy, and great value.
A relaxing 1-hour Yarra River cruise through Melbourne’s gardens and sports landmarks, with English commentary and free coffee and tea.
A 1-hour Yarra River sightseeing cruise from Southbank with narrated highlights, great photo spots, and included tea and coffee.
“Relaxing way to spend an hour”
Spirit of Melbourne 2-hour Yarra River lunch cruise with a 3-course meal and included beer, wine, and soft drinks.
A 90-minute small-group sunset cruise on Melbourne’s Yarra River with skyline views, live English commentary, and drinks for purchase.
Lantern-lit ghost walk in Williamstown, Melbourne. Visit an old morgue, an opium den filming spot, and the working Timeball Tower.
2-hour private self-drive electric boat on Melbourne’s Yarra for up to 10. No license needed, see Southbank and Herring Island.
“What an amazing experience! We had booked a boat for 12 but only 6 people ended up coming which meant lots of space. We packed our own lunch and it was a blast, there was Bluetooth to play music. Husband said the self drive was quite easy and it's very slow so nevRead more”
Pedal a silent, zero-emission waterbike on Melbourne’s Yarra River for 1.5 hours of Southbank views, landmarks, and eco-friendly fun.
“Really enjoyed seeing the city from the river and learning about the history! The bikes were way to maneuver and super fun! Would go again!”
Half-day Yarra River rafting from Melbourne with Level 2 rapids, wildlife spotting, and lunch included. Gear and shuttle provided.
“Highly recommend this tour. My husband and my son had never done it before and definitely had an incredible experience. After an amazing canoe ride, the guide made sure to bring us close to wild kangaroos. Just do it, you will love it!”
Historic 1924 Yarra River cruise from Southbank. 1 hour of photo stops, live captain commentary, and BYO drinks for about $25.10.
“Great experience with family, we will come back again soon and review to friends about beautiful our journey in Melbourne”
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