River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise
Overview
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1 hour
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Cruise up Melbourne's famous Yarra River and enjoy the sights of Melbourne's scenic gardens, parklands and famous sporting arenas. This one-hour sightseeing cruise is a wonderful chance to view the scenic river gardens and Herring Island.
Beverages & Snacks available to purchase
Additional Info
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
Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
Cruise duration times and direction are approximate and subject to change, often due to tides and river traffic.
The boat is completely enclosed and windowed so that passengers won't be subject to the elements.
Restroom available on board
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cruise Highlights include: • Princes Bridge • The Royal Botanic Gardens • The Governor's residence • The Lexus Centre - Home of Collingwood (Aussie Rules Team) • Herring Island • National Tennis Center • Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) • Olympic Park • Victorian Arts Center • Stunning city views Onboard Facilities: • Complimentary tea and coffee • Informative commentary • Large panoramic windows • Alfresco sun decks • Comfortable onboard amenities (restrooms) • PLEASE NOTE: There are no tables onboard for dining
What‘s Included
Complimentary tea and coffee
Live commentary on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
River Garden Cruise
River Garden Melbourne Cruise: The River Garden Melbourne Cruise includes: Complimentary tea/coffee
Reviews
204 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Average
Matt R,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Was expensive for what it was. Wasnt expecting pre-recorded voice over. Hosts were nice enough but didnt seem super interested, mum is on crotches and didnt offer to help or anything.
Melbourne Cruise
James S,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Cruise lasted 50 minutes not 1 to 2 hours. Information on cruise very poor. If I knew before hand I would not have bookef it
Alright experience
Olivia G,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The upstream boat ride was less fascinating than expected. A lovley way to calm down and relax from the busy city surrounding. Lovley staff and interesting commentary.
Scenic River Ride
RonniJ C,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Get in line early to get a seat by windows. Seats are very small. Very scenic ride with good commentary.
River trip
GrahamDent D,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.001 or 2 hour good value for price, great views and good options on the bar menu again at value for money. One small criticism the commentary would be better slightly louder as with many passengers of different nationalities often their chatter was too loud to hear detail on what sounded an interesting comment on places we passed.
Better to visit via train and tramp. The Cruz speed is less than 5kmph. Yes, it is less than 5. And the majority
Nisha P,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Better to visit via train and tramp. The Cruz speed is less than 5kmph. Yes, it is less than 5. And the majority of the scenery is just trees. Just a waste of money and time.
Melbourne River Garden Cruise, avoid by all means
arpita chakraverti,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We were five minutes late and the boat left without us. The tour operator was extremely rude.
Melbourne River Cruise Very Dissatisfied
Arpita C,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We reached 5 minutes late.The boat had left without us.Tour operator was very rude.Would not suggest Melbourne Boat Cruises to anyone
Flexible tour operator.
sinval a,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I made a mistake on the date and asked the operator to change the date and they accepted. I think that we should have the chance to reschedule and be informed about the booking date before payment is finalised.
Not a garden in sight for this Gardens Cruise. Shocking.
Liz D,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00It was meant to be a river gardens cruise but they took us to the boring Melbourne docks. Ridiculous waste of money.
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