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  • People standing at the front of a riverboat at dusk, with a bridge on the horizon and city buildings to the side.
  • A riverboat cruising up the Yarra River at dusk, with the MCG on the horizon.
  • An image of the Bolte Bridge taken from the Yarra river, bathed in an orange sunset glow.
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26 Dec – 31 Jan

Golden Hour Cruises

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As the sun begins its descent, casting a warm and golden glow over the water, you’ll set sail on a picturesque voyage along Melbourne’s river. This idyllic hour is known as the golden hour.

As you glide through the water, take in the panoramic views of Melbourne’s skyline and iconic landmarks bathed in the golden hues of the setting summer sun. Over 75-minutes, journey under the Bolte Bridge, past Docklands, Southbank, Crown, MCG and more, all while enjoying commentary and chill music. It’s the ideal pre-dinner activity or early evening experience for visitors and locals alike.

This Melbourne River Cruise offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Sit back and soak in the moment with a beverage in hand, with drinks available for purchase from the fully licensed onboard bar. Whether you’re seeking a romantic outing, a moment of tranquillity, or the perfect opportunity to capture stunning photographs, this cruise promises to create lasting memories.

Hours

Date Times
Sat 26 Dec
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sun 27 Dec
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Mon 28 Dec
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Tue 29 Dec
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Wed 30 Dec
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Thu 31 Dec
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Fri 1 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sat 2 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sun 3 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Mon 4 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Tue 5 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Wed 6 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Thu 7 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Fri 8 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sat 9 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sun 10 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Mon 11 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Tue 12 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Wed 13 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Thu 14 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Fri 15 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sat 16 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sun 17 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Mon 18 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Tue 19 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Wed 20 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Thu 21 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Fri 22 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sat 23 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sun 24 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Mon 25 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Tue 26 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Wed 27 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Thu 28 Jan
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Fri 29 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sat 30 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Sun 31 Jan
  • 7.15pm - 8.30pm 7:15pm - 8:30pm
  • 7.45pm - 9pm 7:45pm - 9:00pm

Location

Berth 2
Melbourne River Cruises
Southbank Promenade
3006

Open in maps location for Melbourne River Cruises

Price and bookings

From $49 to $65

Adult / general $65
Children $49

Free for children under 2

Book online for Golden Hour Cruises

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 8610 2600
  • email address: info@melbcruises.com.au
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