Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River
Overview
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3 hours
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What could be a more memorable way to enjoy a meal in Melbourne than a gourmet dinner cruise along the Yarra River? Watch the city light up during this 3-hour cruise and enjoy Melbourne's noted fine dining in the comfort of a floating restaurant. Sip wine, beer and spirits while you admire the changing vistas of the city skyline and pass by waterfront parks and attractions.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Not wheelchair access
Please advise if you are joining together with another pre-existing booking
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Your Melbourne dinner cruise starts at Southbank Promenade on the southern side of the Yarra River. Hop aboard the Spirit of Melbourne — your fully enclosed floating restaurant — and set off up the river. As you cruise along the Yarra, admire the lights of the city and pass by waterfront attractions like Flinders Station, Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens, AAMI Park, Rod Laver Arena and Riverside Park. Your 4-course dinner is prepared by expert chefs and matched with premium Australian wines. While you dine, enjoy attentive service and the lively yet romantic atmosphere. Choose from a variety of beverages such as beer, spirits, and red, white or sparkling wine, and end your meal with a glass of port or a liqueur. Your unique dinner experience ends when you return to Southbank Promenade. **The Cruising Restaurant may sometimes operate on the Yarra Countess and the Yarra Empress, depending on demand, weather, major events, river closures, and tides** ** Valentines Weekend - $220 per adult**
Sample Menu
starter
Entree Tasting Platter
- Lamb Kofta served with minted yoghurt (GF) - Peking Duck on a bed of garden salad (GF) - Seafood Cocktail dressed in a creamy seafood sauce (GF)
starter
Ratatouille Filo Parcel
Served with goats cheese and salad(V)
main
Chargrilled Chicken Breast
with a porcini mushroom cream sauce, served with potato and seasonal vegetables (GF)
main
Baked Barramundi Fillet
cooked with ginger and lime, dressed in a curried coconut veloute’
main
Chargrilled Beef Eye Fillet
with a port wine jus, served with potato and vegetables (GF)
main
Portuguese Lamb Shank
served upon mash potato with a confit of vegetables (GF)
main
Whole Baby Pumpkin filled
with a stir fry of seasonal vegetables and quinoa, topped with cheese (V) (GF)
main
Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagna
with a bechamel sauce served with potato gratin & seasonal vegetables (V)
dessert
Dessert & Cheese Tasting Platter is pre-selected consisting of:
• Selection of Mini Desserts • Australian Cheeses, dried fruit and nuts served with crackers
What‘s Included
4-course dinner (Main choice at check out)
Beer, wine, soft drinks, premium spirits and liqueurs
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Barramundi Main Course
Baked barramundi fillet (BAR), cooked with ginger and lime, dressed in a curried coconut veloute, served with wild rice & sea
Beef Main Course
Pan Fried Beef Eye Fillet cooked “medium” with a port wine jus, served with potato and seasonal vegetables (GF)
Vegetarian Main Course
Whole Baby Pumpkin filled with a stir fry of seasonal vegetables and quinoa, topped with melted cheese (V) (GF)
Lamb Main Course
Portuguese Lamb Shank on a base of mash potato with a confit of vegetables (GF)
Chicken Main Course
Chargrilled Chicken Breast with a porcini mushroom cream sauce, served with potato and seasonal vegetables
Reviews
1,505 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice cruise along with...
Polly T,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice cruise along with nice food and staff. Met some nice people. A bit breezy due to weather but staff compensated.
Kansas City friends
Kenneth B,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Be ready to have an enjoyable and relaxing time cruising along the river. Arrive hungry as the multiple courses are great.
First trip to Melbourne
anitaw857,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Food was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful and the service was exceptional
Great Experience
Gary B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great service,great food, great and friendly atmosphere , we will be returning.
River Dinner Cruise
Chris H,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00All team members were pleasant and the night was very well organized. The food was very good. Great scenery.
Great night on the Yarra
L8898ZRjudys,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Dinner Cruise was fantastic. The food was excellent and the all staff were very attentive and friendly. The captain's playlist added to the experience providing a connection to other diners. The venue was warm, although the weather was cool and we could go out the front or to the upper deck.
If it’s a cold night...
yolanda w,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00If it’s a cold night sitting near the door is very annoying, cold and distracting. Maybe you shouldn’t put any tables next the entrances.
Excellent evening
Tracey P,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Three hour cruise on the Yarra starting from conveniently situated wharf. Friendly, attentive staff, good food and generous drinks.
Yarra river boat ride
docbone555,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the evening Yarrra River boat tour, which included dinner. Overall, the tour was very good as was the food and drink. I always suggest would have been to shorten the length of the boat ride by about 30 minutes otherwise excellent evening.
A truly lovely way to celebrate a special occasion.
Joanne C,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Service was amazing. Staff were friendly. High standard of food. It was a lovely way to see Melbourne. It was a very enjoyable evening.
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