Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such as Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center and Story Bridge. Learn about the colorful history and local legends through informative and entertaining live commentary as you enjoy morning tea (morning departure only). You have a choice of a morning or afternoon departure.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Customs House
Customs House originally built in 1889 at a cost of £38,346 by John Petrie & Son. It was originally used for the collection of customs duty and was opened in 1889
Story Bridge
The Story Bridge is a heritage-listed steel cantilever bridge spanning the Brisbane River that carries vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian traffic between the northern and the southern suburbs of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is the longest cantilever bridge in Australia. The road across the bridge is named Bradfield Highway. The bridge connects Fortitude Valley to Kangaroo Point. The Story Bridge opened in 1940 and was tolled until 1947.
What‘s Included
Live commentary
Souvenir Map of Brisbane River
Morning Tea - Tea/coffee, Scones, Jam & Cream.
Access to the on board Coffee Shop and Licensed Bar
Restrooms on board
1.5-hour Sight Seeing Cruise
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase from bar)
Food & Drinks, other than specified in the inclusions
Options
10:30am Cruise
River City Cruises offers a cost effective, relaxing and informative perspective of Brisbane's distinctive river scene for both locals and visitors with its year-round cruises.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Available to purchase on board
MV Neptune
Reviews
977 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Morning tea cruise.
kevinlT9868RT,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our community group went on the morning cruise, The staff were very helpful and the cruise itself was very enjoyable. The captain gave a commentary on all the points of interest which added to the experience. I would definitely recommend going as any one would not be disappointed.
River City Cruises a great experience
N165GLalexs,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both my Wife and I really enjoyed the river cruise, we loved the sights and the staff was very helpful and very informative with the local history and the devonshire tea was a highlight many thanks.
Just as good the second time around
679katherinet,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A pity the weather wasn’t great but it was still a great way to spend a morning
Lovely trip up and down the river
Pathfinder722334,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely trip up and down the river. The commentary was very informative, going back to when the area was formed in the ice age. Lots of respectful stories about the First Nations People. Some of the houses along the rivers edge were interesting. They offered tea and coffee with scones, jam and cream. It’s about a 20 minute walk from Queen St Mall, near the library and museum. Good way to learn about the city of Brisbane, I would recommend it, good value for money. We didn’t prebook the tickets and paid on the boat.
Well worth doing
Sarah D,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent way to see Brisbane via the river and good commentary about landmarks and history of the river
Great way to spend your morning!
Taylor F,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this as an easy thing to do while in Brisbane. You recieve coffee/tea and scones but there is a bar available to purchase other things as well. I liked that there is commentary as you sail across the river. I found it a little confusing finding the dock but they do recommend you give yourself time to get there for this reason.
Good
Explore628072,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative. Crew are friendly and knowledgeable. Nice way to see or re-discover Brisbane from a different perspective.
Very happy we did it, recommended
Maria Astakhova2000,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the cruise. It gives a good perspective on Brisbane city. A lot of interesting facts, highly recommended as an overview excursion
Great.
C2798JXlynnh,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did not take a morning cruise so please stop asking me to review that. I took a cruise just after lunch and it was excellent
Boat trip
707garym,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip, well worth doing. Very informative and lots to see. Interesting history of the river and surrounding areas.
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