Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Overview

Available languages

English

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

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

Admission Not Applicable

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.

Admission Not Applicable

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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

4.62

988 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

715

207

Excellent morning trip....
George T,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent morning trip. Could do with a little more commentary on the way out, but otherwise excellent.
Just a river cruise
FUMI Y,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00
The river breeze was pleasant, and the staff were friendly, but the historical riverside buildings they explained were not really worth seeing. The so-called “morning tea” was nothing fancy—just a self-serve paper cup of coffee or tea and a small supermarket-style cupcake. For what it offered, the price was far too high. You’d be better off taking the same route on the CityCat ferry for a round trip. 川風は気持ちよく、スタッフもフレンドリーだったが、説明された河岸の歴史的な建造物も大して見る価値はなく、「モーニングティー」と言う大袈裟なものはなく、ただの紙コップのコーヒー又は紅茶とスーパーで売っているような小さなカップケーキ一つがセルフサービスで受け取れるだけ。この中身にしては料金が高すぎる。同じコースをシティキャットのフェリーで往復すればよし。
River cruise
Alicia N,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful, relaxing and peaceful. At the same time learning some interesting facts about the river and surrounds.
Great introduction to Brissy
andrewrS6020HM,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great trip fantastic knowledgeable crew and really good trip for the right amount of of time
The tour was run...
Jo W,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour was run professionally and friendly. Good value for money. And good and clear commentary. Would recommend for sure
Wonderful Experience
Cathy P,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tea biscuits were really nice. The boat was comfortable and we enjoyed the narration. It was a lovely morning on the river
Wonderful experience exploring our own city river
HollyIan,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience from booking, through embarkation, trip and disembarkation. Rey friendly staff during booking and on board. Very comfortable ride and great atmosphere- recommend - thanks
Great Brisbane River tour
richardquilter2024,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Some of the narrative seemed out of synch with what we were looking at and the audio was poor quality at times - otherwise it was great 👍🏼
Very enjoyable cruise...
Steven L,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very enjoyable cruise with jam and cream scones and coffee a nice touch. Commentary excellent. Would recommend.
A great river trip
richardquilter2024,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Everything was great except a lot of the commentary seemed out of sync with what we were looking at which was confusing. That needs tightening up as does the quality of the audio commentary.