Savor a four-course meal as you cruise the glowing Yarra River with Melbourne River Cruises. This dinner cruise offers a distinctive urban adventure blending fine dining and iconic city views.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; guests should be able to manage boarding stairs without assistance.
Wildlife
History
The Yarra River has been central to Melbourne's development since the city's founding in 1835, shaping its waterfront culture and commerce.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to protect the Yarra's water quality and riparian habitats, balancing urban use with environmental health.
Melbourne River Cruises
Savor a four-course meal as you cruise the glowing Yarra River with Melbourne River Cruises. This dinner cruise offers a distinctive urban adventure blending fine dining and iconic city views.
Melbourne River Cruises operates from Southbank, Victoria, offering a range of river and bay cruises on the Yarra River, Maribyrnong River and Port Phillip Bay. The company provides sightseeing cruises such as Melbourne Highlights, Parks & Gardens Cruise and Ports & Docklands that pass Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens and Docklands Stadium.
Transfer services include Oaks Day TRANSFER PACKAGE and Derby Day TRANSFER PACKAGE, which feature a 90-minute cruise along the Maribyrnong River with morning tea, a premium bar and live race viewing to Flemington Race Course. Water taxi and transfer options include Oaks Day Water Taxi and Derby Day Water Taxi.
Commuter and day-trip services connect the city and suburbs with routes like City to Williamstown, Williamstown to City and City to Williamstown Return, offering scenic ferry travel across Port Phillip Bay to Williamstown’s waterfront attractions. Special event cruises include New Year’s Eve options such as NYE Party Cruise, NYE Party Cruise – Over 40’s, NYE Midnight Fireworks Cruise and NYE Twilight Cruise (Early Fireworks).
Dining experiences are available aboard the Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant with a four-course meal, illuminated Yarra River views and unlimited beverages, offered as dinner and lunch cruises. Brunch options are listed as Bottomless Brunch Afloat. A variety of other scheduled departures such as City Highlights Express - Fed Wharf are also offered. All trip names, durations and onboard inclusions are listed in publicly available schedules and product summaries. Schedules and booking information are published on Melbourne River Cruises' official website and partners.
Location
Southbank, VIC
Central boarding on the Yarra
Tours Offered
19 listed trips
Sightseeing, transfers, dining and events
Race Transfers
90-minute packages
Oaks and Derby day journeys
Dining Cruises
Spirit of Melbourne
Four-course meals and unlimited beverages
View schedules, check inclusions and reserve seats for sightseeing cruises, transfers, NYE events and dining experiences.
Arrive Early for Boarding
Check-in starts at 7:15 PM and closes sharply at 7:30 PM; arriving early ensures a smooth embarkation.
Manage Stairs for Boarding
Passengers must be able to navigate stairs independently or with assistance from companions; staff cannot carry guests aboard.
Dress for Evening River Conditions
Temperatures on the water can be cooler than on land, so bring a light jacket or layers to stay comfortable.
Unlimited Drinks Served Responsibly
While beverages are unlimited, drinking responsibly ensures everyone enjoys a safe and pleasant cruise.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Keeps you comfortable as temperatures drop after sunset on the river.
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Comfortable Shoes
Necessary for boarding and moving around the vessel safely.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture views of Melbourne’s riverside landmarks illuminated at night.
Booking Confirmation
Required to show proof of reservation on arrival.