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Spirit of Melbourne: Yarra River Dining Cruises

Dining guests toasting with drinks on the Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant.
Dining guests on the Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant enjoying a meal.
Dining table with seafood platter on Spirit of Melbourne cruise, river view in background.
Chef preparing seafood dishes at Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant.

Duration

2 hr - 3 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Set sail aboard the Spirit of Melbourne as you enjoy the Melbourne landscape while relishing a gourmet meal– brunch, lunch or dinner, it’s your pick!

    • Good food, great drinks and even better views sailing down the Yarra River– the Spirit of Melbourne experience is straight out of the movies!

    • Savor meticulously prepared dishes like baked barramundi filet, lamb shank, or a selection of mini desserts that represent the vibrant food culture of Melbourne.

    • Enjoy some delicious Australian cheese and crackers along with your spirit of choice as you watch the Melbourne skyline from the glass windows.

    • Choose between a dinner, lunch, or brunch cruise to enjoy a fab time with the gang while watching top Melbourne spots like the Royal Botanic Gardens.

    • Fun fact: The name of the river comes from the Wurundjeri language where "Yarra Yarra" means "ever-flowing".

    • 2 to 3-hour dining cruise on the Yarra River (based on option selected)

    • Reserved dining table onboard

    • Chef-prepared seasonal menu

    • Selection of wines, beers, soft drinks, and juice

    • Specialty coffee and tea service

    Lunch cruise (if option selected)

    • 3-course gourmet lunch (menu here)

    Dinner cruise (if option selected)

    • 4-course gourmet dinner cruise (menu here)

    Brunch cruise (if option selected)

    • Premium sweet and savoury brunch (menu here)

    • Free-flowing Mimosas & Proseccos

    • Other food and drinks (available to purchase on-site)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Cruise with style

    Whether it is a couple looking for a unique date, a family looking to make some memories, or a tourist wishing to experience Melbourne from a unique perspective, this Yarra River cruise is for everyone. The Spirit of Melbourne Cruising restaurant gives you the chance to experience luxury fine dining like no other. Sipping on some delicious cocktails and eating some delicious food while seeing the iconic popular Melbourne spots like the plush Royal Botanic Gardens go by sounds nothing short of stunning right?

    Melbourne from another view

    From something as decadent as vegetable lasagna or beef filet to something more wholesome like sliders, these dishes bring out the best of what Melbourne cuisine has to offer. What’s more, with cheese and dessert platters and a selection of alcohol like prosecco, mimosa, and wine, your dining cruise experience just got better. Get to choose between a beautiful dinner cruise, lunch cruise, or a fun bottomless brunch cruise with drinks to make this experience more your style. So, pick a date, put on your best clothes, and sign up for this cruise to experience Melbourne from the tranquil waters of the Yarra River.

  • Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

    Additional information

    • The Spirit of Melbourne can accommodate up to 90 passengers.

    • The cruise offers vegan, pescatarian, halal, dairy-free, and gluten-free substitutes.

    • Guests must inform of any dietary requirements in advance to ensure the cruise can accommodate them.

    • Guests are allowed to smoke in the designated smoking area on the back deck of the cruise.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    Boarding point

    • Board your cruise at Melbourne River Cruises.

    • Address: Berth 2, Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia .

    Get directions to the boarding point

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