Boat Cruises Melbourne 6 options
Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Skyline Tour 2 HoursTwo-hour narrated Yarra River cruise from Southbank with skyline views, Royal Botanic Gardens, MCG and Docklands. Includes commentary and tea/coffee.★ 3.83 (777)2h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 76per person
Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Gardens with CommentaryOne-hour Yarra River sightseeing cruise past Royal Botanic Gardens, MCG and Arts Centre. Complimentary tea, coffee and live commentary. Enclosed boat with panoramic windows.★ 3.64 (221)1h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 45per person
Yarra River cruise Melbourne: Early settler history and docksCruise the Yarra River in Melbourne for an hour of live commentary on the city's port history.★ 3.71 (112)1h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 45per person
Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & City Landmarks with Tea1-hour guided sightseeing cruise on the Yarra River past Flinders Street, Arts Centre & Eureka Tower. Includes commentary, complimentary tea and coffee, restroom on board.★ 3.90 (62)1h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 40per person
Melbourne: Private Yarra River Cruise & Wine TastingPrivate 90-minute luxury river cruise on Melbourne's Yarra with local wine, cheese platter & electric boat. Departs Docklands, max 6 guests.★ 5.00 (5)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 440per group
Melbourne: Private Yarra River Lunch Cruise for TwoPrivate lunch cruise for two on Melbourne's Yarra River with 3-course meal, wine and beer included. Scenic views, just you and your partner, all fees covered.★ 5.00 (2)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 589per group
All 6 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-16| Option | Price | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Skyline Tour 2 HoursOur pick | AU$ 76 per person | 2h | 3.83★ · 777 | free | — |
| Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Gardens with Commentary | AU$ 45 per person | 1h | 3.64★ · 221 | free | — |
| Yarra River cruise Melbourne: Early settler history and docks | AU$ 45 per person | 1h | 3.71★ · 112 | free | — |
| Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & City Landmarks with Tea | AU$ 40 per person | 1h | 3.90★ · 62 | free | — |
| Melbourne: Private Yarra River Cruise & Wine Tasting | AU$ 73 per personAU$ 440 per group (split by 6) | 1h 30m | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | free | — |
| Melbourne: Private Yarra River Lunch Cruise for Two | AU$ 295 per personAU$ 589 per group (split by 2) | 1h 30m | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | free | — |
Boat Cruises Melbourne at a glance
- Our pick: Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Skyline Tour 2 Hours, AU$ 76 (2h, 3.83★ · 777).
Real price per person across the 6 options: AU$ 40–AU$ 295 (median AU$ 45). With 100+ reviews: 3 of 6.
Of the 6 options: 6 with free cancellation, 6 with instant confirmation, 6 kid-friendly, 2 private and 6 last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 6 of the 6 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Skyline Tour 2 Hours is the travelers' favorite, rated 3.83 out of 5 across 777 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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