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Melbourne: 1-Hour Gardens and Sporting Precinct River Cruise

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Melbourne: 1-Hour Gardens and Sporting Precinct River Cruise
4.1  / 5171 reviews

Within moments of departing Melbourne’s cultural arts precinct, you will cruise through Melbourne’s picturesque gardens and sporting arenas. Cruise past multiple famous places such as Melbourne Cricket Ground and the Royal Botanical Gardens.

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Duration 1 hour
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English

Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy a relaxing sightseeing cruise through the most beautiful part of Melbourne
  • Cruise down the famous Yarra River and past the beautiful botanical gardens
  • Get snap happy as you pass famous buildings such as the Melbourne Cricket Ground
  • Enjoy on board commentary

Full description

Discover Melbourne’s highlights while cruising along the breathtaking Yarra River. Cruise through downtown Melbourne on this sightseeing tour and listen to the on board commentary that will point out passing attractions and provide interesting tidbits of Melbourne’s history. Enjoy an hour aboard the riverboat as you cruise under the Princes Bridge and past top cultural attractions. Marvel at the magnificent riverbank gardens from the outside sun deck or through the panoramic windows from the inside cabin. On this tour you will also see Herring Island, Princes Bridge, the governor's residence, the Victorian Arts Center, Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Olympic Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens and the National Tennis Center. Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea while relaxing and taking in the beautiful city sites. 

Includes

  • Round-trip ferry cruise
  • On board commentary
  • Coffee
  • Tea
  • Beverages and snacks (available to purchase)

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Date

Meeting point

Departure point is: Berth No 2, Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct Landing, Lower Promenade, located at the rear of Langham Hotel, Southgate.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • The cruise direction and timetable are subject to tidal conditions and river closures
  • The boat is completely enclosed and windowed so that passengers won't be subject to the elements. This means you can enjoy the tour in rain, hail or shine
  • The tour returns to the original departure point approximately 1 hour after your departure

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.1 /5

based on 171 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.1/5
  • Service
    4.3/5
  • Organization
    4.3/5

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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaSeptember 21, 2024  – Verified booking
very relaxing abd nice to see the sights along the Yarra
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Product ID: 157413

Activity provider:Melbourne River Cruises

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