Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal (90min)
Overview
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is soon replaced by the city lights that is being reflected in the water. Treat yourself to a relaxing evening with ambient music and a gourmet cheese platter.
This cruise operates a seasonal time table. From 1st April to 30th September (Winter) the cruise departs at 5.30pm and returns at 7pm. During the Summer months (from 1st October to 31st March), the cruise departs at 6pm and returns at 7.30pm.
Board your boat for the evening 15minutes prior to cruise time
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This cruise operates a seasonal time table. From 1st April to 30th September (Winter) the cruise departs at 5.30pm and returns at 7pm. During the Summer months (from 1st October to 31st March), the cruise departs at 6pm and returns at 7.30pm. Board your boat for the evening 15minutes prior to cruise time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Brisbane River
This evening cruise of the Brisbane River will provide informative information about the history of the river and highlight some of the attractions and landmarks against a backdrop of the city lights. This cruise operates a seasonal time table. From 1st April to 30th September (Winter) the cruise departs at 5.30pm and returns at 7pm. During the Summer months (from 1st October to 31st March), the cruise departs at 6pm and returns at 7.30pm. Board your boat for the evening 15minutes prior to cruise time
What‘s Included
Seasonal departure time - Winter 5.30pm, Summer 6pm
Souvenir Map of Brisbane River
1.5hr Sight seeing cruise
Complimentary cheese platter
Restroom on board
Access to the on board Coffee Shop and Licensed Bar
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase from the bar)
Food & drinks, other than specified in inclusions
Seasonal departure time - 5.30pm Winter or Summer 6pm
Options
Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal (90min)
Reviews
125 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Relaxing way to see Brisbane River City
kazn2026,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great way to see entire Brisbane river city. Staff were amazing, friendly and welcoming. Recommended to all visitors. Very relaxing, no commentary just music (not too loud either which was great to relax to) and the city. The cheese board was a great treat to top it off. Thx River cruises 🩷
Sunset & lights.
Climber688101,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our night cruise. It was a fabulous evening with a great sunset and on the return the lights on the river & buildings were spectacular. Fabulous photo options.
sunset cruise
Ross A,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00a nice slow gentle cruise, platter was good, could have been later in the evening to get a better sunset and city lights view
Great experience on the river
O1339QLtonid,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely experience with family, it was beautiful to see the sunset and all the city lights around, and reflecting off the Brisbane river! Good little charturie board and very reasonable priced drinks. Also snacks like chips are available. Definitely recommend!
Casual and laid back
chenellh2024,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Casual and laid back cruise with friendly staff . The slow pace of the boat lets one take in the beauty of Brisbane from a different perspective. The lights of the city reflected in the water is truly magical and gives you plenty of opportunity for incredible photographs.
See Brisbane from a different aspect in casual style.
gregork558,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hour and a half on board was a laid back casual relaxing experience. The ships crew were very helpful and friendly. Purchased drinks from the bar were at a good price with a descent range. The complimentary nibbles were a meal in themselves and more than enough. This is a great way to spend an evening.
Fantasric River Cruise not just for tourists or visitors
denm656,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic little cruise. Very enjoyable, experiencing the home city of 17 years from the river/ on the river. Boat is cozy and service amazing. Recommended
Lights, music, snacks and beautiful city views.
B1594RLamandac,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The boat ride was relaxing, the snacks were tasty and the views of the city were lovely. It was a great end to our day and I recommend it for couples and families.
Relaxing night on the River
N4615GLtaniag,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely night with great crew, background music, nibbles provided and cheap beer. Awesome sights. Highly recommend. 5 stars from us.
A romantic little outing!
G6938FDdaniellec,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A beautiful way to see the city at night! The houses on the river are absolutely amazing! Staff were all amazing! A bit warm in the boat, but moving to the front in the breeze was perfect.
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