River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise: A Scenic Journey Along Yarra River

Take a cruise along Melbourne’s renowned Yarra River and take in the views of the city’s picturesque gardens, parklands, and iconic sports venues. This one-hour sightseeing tour offers a fantastic opportunity to see the beautiful river gardens and Herring Island.

Beverages and snacks are available for purchase.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Cruise Highlights include:
• Princes Bridge
• The Royal Botanic Gardens
• The Governor’s residence
• The Lexus Centre - Home of Collingwood (Aussie Rules Team)
• Herring Island
• National Tennis Center
• Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
• Olympic Park
• Victorian Arts Center
• Stunning city views
Onboard Facilities:
• Complimentary tea and coffee…

What's Included
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
  • Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
  • Cruise duration times and direction are approximate and subject to change, often due to tides and river traffic.
  • The boat is completely enclosed and windowed so that passengers won’t be subject to the elements.
  • Restroom available on board
Location
Melbourne River Cruises
Southbank Promenade
Berth No 2, Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct Landing.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tseting_y
Oct 17, 2025
Great experience - The very ride was very cooling and nourishing. The information recording given was informative and teach me a lot about the Australian heritage and an ecosystem that exist around the river that I never knew exist living in this land for more than 25 years. I’m very grateful to beyond this treatment with my family, my children and my support workers. This will not have been possible without the support of my support workers as well as the ferry operators thank you very much.
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Richard_w
Oct 13, 2025
Loved every minute! - Awesome experience, great way to learn about some of the history of Melbourne and to view the city from a different perspective. Crew were very professional throughout.
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Minh_d
Oct 8, 2025
Good view & itinerary - Good view & itinerary, I had a good day, defo recommend to friends. Good time to visit Melbourne too, cant ask for a better weather
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Tuhinadry_c
Oct 2, 2025
Very enjoyable. Had a... - Very enjoyable. Had a great time, had great fun and will definitely recommend to everyone. Worth a visit.
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Tracey_s
Sep 6, 2025
Relaxing cruise on Yarra - Nice relaxing cruise, very informative about sights and history. It was raining so it was great that it was all enclosed. Complimentary tea, coffee & water.
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Ann_s
Sep 1, 2025
Relaxing. Free cuppa as well. - Very relaxing going up the Yarra river. Walked onto the casino afterwards. Saw all the lights of the bridge & buildings later. Very central position.
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Helen_p
Sep 30, 2025
Lovely hour cruise along... - Lovely hour cruise along the river. Interesting and informative about the history. Friendly helpful staff
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David
Jul 29, 2025
Good trip along the Yarra in Melbourne - Informative trip - we went upriver. Well worth doing. They don’t explain too well on website that you can do the upriver or downstream trips either individually or combined as a two-hour trip
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Cenwyn_b
Jul 27, 2025
Lovely way to spend an hour in the city. - Lovely way to spend an hour and see the sights from a different perspective. Commentary was very informative.
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Chris_r
Aug 12, 2025
River cruise - Doesn't travel into Melbourne city only goes away from the city and you see only bridges and woodland
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From $27
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).