Port of Melbourne and Docklands Sightseeing Cruise

Highlights

The history of Melbourne centers on its strategic location where the Yarra River empties into Port Phillip Bay. Learn about Melbourne’s early settlement and its evolution from a 19th-century boomtown to the largest port in the Southern Hemisphere on this leisurely river cruise. Relax as you cruise downriver past ultramodern skyscrapers and the active Docklands area, taking in the sights from an outside sundeck or through panoramic windows inside the cabin. Cruise Highlights: • Westgate Bridge • Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct • Crown Entertainment Complex • 19th-century sailing ship Polly Woodside • Shipping channels and dock area • World Congress Center and Trade Center • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center

Summary

The history of Melbourne centers on its strategic location where the Yarra River empties into Port Phillip Bay. Learn about Melbourne’s early settlement and its evolution from a 19th-century boomtown to the largest port in the Southern Hemisphere on this leisurely river cruise. Relax as you cruise downriver past ultramodern skyscrapers and the active Docklands area, taking in the sights from an outside sundeck or through panoramic windows inside the cabin. Cruise Highlights: • Westgate Bridge • Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct • Crown Entertainment Complex • 19th-century sailing ship Polly Woodside • Shipping channels and dock area • World Congress Center and Trade Center • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center

Tour info

Duration

1 hour

Why take this tour?

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.

What’s included?

Tea and Coffee
Live commentary on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
No food or drinks are sold on board
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 1h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

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

Operator Website

Operated by:

Melbourne River Cruises

About operator:

Discover Melbourne from a whole new perspective with one of our Yarra River boat cruises. Melbourne River Cruises offers a selection of day cruises to choose from; select one or the other, or you can combine them both for maximum value! Whether you’re looking for something to do with the kids on school holidays, or you’re here on holiday and looking for a fun way to discover the city, a cruise on the Yarra is a great way to learn more about Melbourne.