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Melbourne City Highlights Yarra River Cruise - 50 Minutes

Glide along the Yarra River on a 50-minute express cruise with live commentary, city skyline views, and iconic Melbourne landmarks along the way.
Melbourne City Highlights Yarra River Cruise - 50 Minutes

Highlights

  • 50-minute express Yarra River cruise

  • Depart from central Federation Wharf

  • Pass Southbank and Queens Bridge views

  • See Flinders Street Station from water

  • Cruise past Botanic Gardens and MCG

  • Enjoy live captain commentary onboard

Sail through the heart of Melbourne on this 50-minute city highlights express cruise, the perfect way to see the city from a whole new perspective. Boarding at Federation Wharf, you’ll set off along the Yarra River as your captain provides entertaining commentary on the city’s history and culture. Passing Southbank and Queens Bridge, you’ll admire Melbourne’s vibrant waterfront before gliding past Flinders Street Station for photos from the water.

The cruise continues upstream towards Birrarung Marr and the famous sporting precinct, home to venues like the MCG. You’ll also pass the Royal Botanic Gardens and Punt Road Bridge, offering a great contrast to the bustling city skyline. Refreshments are available from the onboard bar throughout the journey, making this a relaxed yet engaging way to explore the city. It's the ideal experience for first-time visitors or locals wanting to rediscover Melbourne’s highlights.

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Inclusions

  • 50-minute city highlight river cruise
  • Live captain commentary

Duration

  • This experience is approximately 50 minutes in duration.

Departure Location

  • This experience departs from Melbourne River Cruises - Federation Wharf, 15-19 Birrarung Marr Walk, Melbourne, VIC 3004.

Terms And Conditions

  • Children under two years old travel for free
  • Cruises are subject to tidal and weather conditions
  • In extreme weather conditions the tour may be cancelled if safety is a concern, you will be contacted by the provider and rescheduled

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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