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Highlights of Melbourne Cruise

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From £13.22
Duration: 2 - 2 .5 hours

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Cruise the Yarra river and admire Melbourne's spectacular skyline on a two hour narrated city cruise. Your cruise includes both the down and up river routes, encompassing the scenic river gardens and Herring island with the contrasting port and former-industrial Docklands area; giving you an extensive appreciation of the entire Melbourne region.

Down River Cruise:
Discover the routes of the early settlers with this historical look at the city's famous Yarra River and surrounds. Experience the history of the Southern Hemisphere's largest port and relive its involvement in Melbourne's settlement.

Highlights include:

  • Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct
  • Crown Entertainment Complex
  • World Congress Center and Trade Center
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center
  • Shipping channels and dock area
  • Westgate Bridge
  • 19th century sailing ship Polly Woodside
  • Stunning city views

Up River Cruise:
Cruising up river is a rare chance to view wonderful, scenic river gardens and Herring Island. Within moments of departing the city and its Arts Precinct, the cruise enters Melbourne's scenic gardens, parklands and famous sporting arenas.

Highlights include:

  • Princes Bridge
  • The Royal Botanic Gardens
  • The Governor's residence
  • Herring Island
  • National Tennis Center
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
  • Olympic Park
  • Victorian Arts Center