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
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
What To Expect
The Brisbane River
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
Options
Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal (90min)
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
There is no commentary on this cruise, just great background music.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
152 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Relaxing end to the day
Sandra M,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our cruise and the night lights. The staff were very friendly and professional. We enjoyed our nibbles platter.
River Lights
Coastal68423889376,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As Brisbane locals we have seen the city many times but taking the time to see the lights from the river was next level. Crew welcoming, drink prices are reasonable and not over priced. Great 90 minute tour with music in the background you can talk and not have to to yell. Location is easy to find and allows for a walk/ dinner in South Bank afterwards. Would suggest it for locals wanting a simple but enjoyable night or visitors wanting to start a night getting to see another side of the city.
Value for money
Pocketrocket9,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great value for money,staff were awesome and friendly,great music,highly recommend
Great trip up the river
Lovestravelling31,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed our trip up and down the river. When we boarded we were given our cheese platter straight away. This was crackers, fruit, cheese and a small portion of sausage. It was nice. We went quite away up the river and the sights were great. Music was playing in the background which was good too. There was also a bar where you could get drinks for a fee which was fairly priced.
Spectacular views, need some commentary
Flyer607439,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The views were spectacular. We would have loved to have some commentary to know the names of some of the things we were seeing. The snack plate was yummy and the chocolate treat was a nice surprise at the end.
The perfect way to experience sunset in Brisbane
D3192UDdavem,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful cruise down the river watching the sun set and taking in the city lights. The crew were fantastic, friendly and helpful. Nibbles were good and having a bar a bonus. Would definitely do it again.
Beautiful trip alone the Brisbane River.
John W,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great cruise, absolutely beautiful. The captain stopped and turned the boat at several points to give everyone a great view. The crew was super friendly and the cheese plate was more than generous. Great value for the money!!! And yes, I would go again.
Belated birthday celebration🎉
240robyng,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed the ‘sunset city lights cruise’. The tasty cheese platter, drinks, fun staff, friendly customers, great music and wonderful city views made the cruise memorable for a belated birthday celebration. This second cruise was just as enjoyable as the mid-afternoon cruise in November. Highly recommended.
A beautiful evening out
A3513MSdanielm,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a beautiful cruise down the river, with a nice platter. I booked the combo package, which included a dinner at the Plough In and a Ferris wheel ride. I would recommend doing this, it is really enjoyable
Brisbane River Cruise
G8928WMsandrah,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We had a lovely evening. Staff were very friendly & the boat left on time. The cruise gave us a unique perspective of the city and return leg sunset was quite spectacular! The complimentary snack platter was delightful. What would have made this a 5 star review...would be 1 complimentary beverage to enjoy with the platter. Overall we loved the gift ❤️
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