About Port Of Melbourne And Docklands Sightseeing Cruise

Book Direct with the Owner at Port Of Melbourne And Docklands Sightseeing Cruise with Accommodation Mermaid Beach in Melbourne, for all your Attraction and travel needs.

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

OPERATES

Daily

INCLUSIONS

Tea and Coffee
Live commentary on board

EXCLUSIONS

Hotel pickup and drop-off
No food or drinks are sold on board
Gratuities

ADDITIONAL INFO

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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
The boat is completely enclosed and windowed so that passengers won't be subject to the elements
Restroom available on board
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
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
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival

DEPARTURE & RETURN

Melbourne River Cruises, Berth 2, Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

TERMS & CONDITIONS

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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3.3 based on 10 reviews

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Peter C 5
02 Nov 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
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lync19 4
28 Apr 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 his wit commenting on the political aspe ts was spot on Only comment was that the cruise advertised tea and coffee and it was not offered maybe we needed to ask?
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ariana_A 1
08 Apr 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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Mats N 2
04 Mar 2020
First they arrived 15 minutes late that ment that the other group got a hour and 15 min tour , which means we got a 45 min tour instead of one hour so they would stay on time. Doesnt matter so much because there was nothing to see and the crew was bored, one of them almost fell asleep on a chair on the way back , not worth the money.
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HardyWhite 1
23 Feb 2020
The trip was overpriced, the captain’s commentary was lacklustre and to top it all he requested that we (the only 2 remaining passengers on the boat) disembark with everyone else at a stop earlier than where we got on citing a failed engine. 10 mins later we watched the boat chug past us with no sign of any problem. Not impressed 🤬
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114nawala 2
27 Jan 2020
The boat was old and not very clean or inviting. The voice documentary was of a very poor quality. E were inside and didn’t understand a word. Not that they could help this one bit the river was very dirty. I wouldn’t do it again.
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daedalus18 4
20 Dec 2019
A fun way to start a visit to Melbourne, and get a nice introduction to the City. They cruise you through the heart of the CBD, down to the Port/Docklands, with witty tour guide banter along the way. Our kids thoroughly enjoyed it (far more than I’d expected them to), and may have picked up some fun facts — mostly true — along the way.
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Leonie_J 4
15 Sep 2019
i thoroughly enjoyed the hour round to Docklands even though the weather wasn't perfect. The only thing that would have made the journey complete and more informative would have been if there was a running commentary of the history of the various sites and some history of the past along the waterways. There is so much that could have been said to put it in perspective.
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ktm6days 5
02 Jul 2019
The cruise departed at 7pm for a 2 hour cruise and fireworks display. Found the boat easy to locate , staff were friendly and plenty of seating on board. Music and lights on board to add to the atmosphere. We cruised along seeing the lights of Melbourne before returning to Southbank to watch the fireworks from the boat once the glass roof was retracted. What a wonderful experience in Melbourne.
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Nikijames 5
14 Apr 2019
Took the grandkids, 11 and 9, on this cruise. They really enjoyed it. Seeing the bridges from underneath, the big ships in the docks and the beautiful yachts. Comfortable and the captains commentary was very informative. Good family pricing too.
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