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10 May

Mother’s Day High Tea and River Cruise

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  • Events

Enjoy a beautifully presented high tea with family and loved ones before stepping aboard a scenic Melbourne River Cruises experience along the Yarra River.

Departing from just outside Showtime Events Centre, guests will cruise towards Flinders Street and back, taking in beautiful city views from the water along the way.

With the choice of indoor or outdoor seating, plus French Champagne or a cocktail on arrival and free-flowing tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices, this is a memorable way to celebrate Mother’s Day by the river.

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Date Times
Sun 10 May
  • 11am - 1pm 11:00am - 1:00pm

Location

Showtime Events Centre
61 S Wharf Promenade
South Wharf 3006

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Price and bookings

Adult / general $129
Children $59

Free for children under 3

Book online for Mother’s Day High Tea and River Cruise

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  • telephone number: 03 9682 1777
  • email address: rem@seg.melbourne
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