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Spirit of Melbourne: Multi-Course Dining Cruises with Drinks
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Highlights

  • 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 Blue Eye Fish, 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".

Your Experience

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.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 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)

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

You can choose between a dinner, lunch, or brunch cruise to enjoy your time with friends and family.

The cruise lasts from 2 to 3 hours depending on which option you select.

Dishes include baked barramundi filet, lamb shank, and a selection of mini desserts that highlight Melbourne's vibrant cuisine. Vegan, pescatarian, halal, dairy-free, and gluten-free substitutes are available.

Yes, you'll enjoy a selection of wines, beers, soft drinks, juice, specialty coffee, and tea service during your trip down the Yarra River.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas located at the back deck of the cruise ship.

Guests need to inform the crew about any dietary needs beforehand so that they can accommodate them appropriately during your dining experience.

The Spirit of Melbourne is capable of accommodating up to 90 passengers on board.

This experience isn't wheelchair-accessible or suitable for prams and strollers, so please plan accordingly if you have specific accessibility needs.

You'll enjoy excellent food, drinks, and views of the city's iconic landmarks like the Royal Botanic Gardens from the Yarra River as you sail through them in style.

While a variety of beverages are included, other food items can be purchased onboard if desired beyond what's provided with your meal package.

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

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.

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