Port of Melbourne and Docklands Sightseeing Cruise


1 hour
Free cancellation
1 - 10
Mobile ticket

Overview

Spend a leisurely hour or so cruising down Melbourne's famous Yarra River. Learn about the historical Victoria Docks and the landings of the early settlers on this sightseeing Melbourne cruise.

Inclusions

  • Tea and Coffee
  • Live commentary on board

What to expect

Discover the routes of the early settlers with this historical look at the city's famous Yarra River and surrounds. Experience the history of the Southern Hemisphere's largest port and relive its involvement in Melbourne's settlement. This sightseeing cruise is a great introduction to Melbourne and the Yarra River.

Cruise Highlights:
• Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct
• Crown Entertainment Complex
• World Congress Center and Trade Center
• Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center
• Shipping channels and dock area
• Westgate Bridge
• 19th century sailing ship Polly Woodside
• Stunning city views

Onboard Facilities:
• Informative commentary
• Large panoramic windows
• Alfresco sun decks
• Comfortable onboard amenities (restrooms)
• No food available on board the vessel

Additional information

  • Cruise duration times are approximate and subject to change, often due to tides and river traffic
  • Cruise direction and timetable subject to tidal conditions and river closures
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • The boat is completely enclosed and windowed so that passengers won't be subject to the elements
  • Restroom available on board
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Kath_D
March 2022

Such a relaxing trip, meandering through the ports. I learnt so much about the history, thanks to the amazing commentary. Thank you so much

Sunaina_M
February 2022

Lovely experience for my birthday - took the 3pm cruise and the weather was perfect on the deck. Thankyou!

Sydney2for2
February 2022

We booked a two hour cruise which included the Docklands and downriver. Of the two, we would recommend the Docklands cruise as it’s much more interesting, taking in the Docklands area and the Port of Melbourne. The upriver part of the cruise goes past the Rod Laver tennis centre and Botanical Gar...

Peter C
November 2021

Ticket desk was accommodating to my late change request. Boat Captain was terrific and informative on the tour. Plenty of room on the cruise. Option for tea and coffee on boat as well

lync19
April 2021

We went on the two hour cruise both ways from Southbank Berth 2 Peter was the captain and did a fantastic commentary on both parts of the cruise covering the historic and political topics of the various parts of the river He was spot on very knowledgeable and also funny made many of us laugh hi...

ariana_A
April 2020

The tour guide was terrible, he was an embittered, who didn’t even tried to make people have a good time. The tour in general mostly focuses on the industrial part of Melbourne not in the city itself which is not interesting and relevant for most of the tourists.

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