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Cruise through Melbourne's waterfront precincts and then walk to Melbourne Skydeck for skyline views from nearly 300m above the same landmarks.
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Melbourne Skydeck: Access the 88th-floor observation deck at Eureka Tower and enjoy panoramic views across Melbourne, the Yarra River, and Port Phillip Bay.
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Yarra River Cruise: Choose a 1-hour, 2-hour, Parks & Gardens, or Ports & Docklands cruise, depending on your selected option.
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Visit both attractions on the same day for a seamless Southbank experience or schedule them separately to suit your itinerary.
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Upgrade your Yarra River Cruise to the 2-hour option and combine the Parks & Gardens and Ports & Docklands routes in one journey.
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Melbourne Skydeck
- Access to Melbourne Skydeck
Yarra River Cruise
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1-hour Ports and Docklands Cruise (as per option selected)
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1-hour Parks & Gardens Cruise (as per option selected)
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2-hour Yarra River Cruise (as per option selected)
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Live commentary from the captain
Melbourne Skydeck
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Bar 88 purchases
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Re-entry on the same ticket [unless upgraded to a Sun & Stars ticket]
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Packages and additional experiences [unless purchased separately]
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Discounted parking [requires separate purchase and validation]
Yarra River Cruise
- Food and beverages (available to purchase onboard)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Experience Melbourne from two distinct vantage points—cruising along the Yarra River and looking out across the city from nearly 300m above ground at Melbourne Skydeck.
Getting started
Present your ticket at each attraction for admission. The Yarra River cruise departure point and Melbourne Skydeck are both located in the Southbank precinct, making it easy to visit them in a single outing or on separate days, depending on your selected option.
Melbourne Skydeck
What to expect
Head to Eureka Tower and ride a high-speed elevator to the 88th-floor observation deck. Spend time exploring the viewing areas and taking in panoramic views of Melbourne's skyline, riverfront, and surrounding landmarks.
Features
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General admission to Melbourne Skydeck on the 88th floor of Eureka Tower.
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Views across Melbourne, the Yarra River, Port Phillip Bay, and key city landmarks.
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Access to viewfinders positioned throughout the observation deck to help identify points of interest.
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Option to purchase additional experiences such as the Edge, Voyager Theatre, or VR Plank.
Yarra River Cruise
What to expect
Board your selected sightseeing cruise and relax as you travel along Melbourne's central waterway. Depending on the option selected, your route may focus on the city's parks and sporting precincts, its ports and Docklands, or combine both journeys.
Features
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Choose from a 1-hour Yarra River Cruise, 1-hour Parks & Gardens Cruise, 1-hour Ports & Docklands Cruise, or a comprehensive 2-hour cruise.
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View landmarks along the river, including Federation Square, Royal Botanic Gardens, Government House, and major sporting venues.
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Extended 2-hour cruises also cover Docklands, shipping channels, Bolte Bridge, West Gate Bridge, and Melbourne's working port precinct.
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What to bring
Yarra River Cruise
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A valid booking confirmation (digital or printed) is required for check-in.
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A photo ID may be requested at the check-in kiosk.
What's not allowed
Melbourne Skydeck
- Re-entry is not permitted on the same ticket unless you have purchased a Sun & Stars upgrade.
Yarra River Cruise
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Outside alcohol is not permitted onboard.
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Large luggage and bulky items cannot be accommodated due to limited storage space.
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Guests appearing intoxicated may be denied boarding.
Accessibility
Melbourne Skydeck
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Yarra River Cruise
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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Mobility scooters cannot be accommodated onboard.
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Boarding requires the use of steps.
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Onboard restrooms are not accessible for mobility devices.
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Guests must board independently or with assistance from their own companion.
Additional information
Melbourne Skydeck
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Children aged 3 and under enter free of charge.
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Tickets are valid for single entry only unless upgraded to a Sun & Stars ticket.
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Additional experiences and add-ons are not included unless specifically selected.
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Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Time-slot selection is not required for general admission tickets.
Yarra River Cruise
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Cruise duration and route depend on the option selected.
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Live commentary is provided throughout the cruise.
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The 2-hour Melbourne Highlights Cruise may include a vessel change between cruise sections.
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Concession ticket holders must present a valid concession ID at check-in.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.
Ticket redemption points
Melbourne Skydeck
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Redeem your tickets at Melbourne Skydeck.
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Address: 7 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia.
Get directions to the redemption point
River Cruise
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Board your cruise at Melbourne River Cruises.
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Address: Berth 2, Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia.
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Click here for the exact boarding point.
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