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What to do and see in Southbank, Victoria: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports
Lovely, laid-back Melbourne has something for everyone: family fare, local and international art, haute boutiques, multicultural dining, Australian and Aboriginal history, spectator sports, and pulsing, swanky nightlife. Cruise on the free City Circle Tram loop to check out unique attractions like the Royal Botanical Gardens and the Healesville Sanctuary, which buzzes with local animal species.
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1. GoBoat Melbourne
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5.0 based on 142 reviews
Captain your own electric picnic boat on Melbourne's Yarra River. Easy to operate, with a capacity of 8 people. BYO picnic and drinks as you take in Melbourne from a whole new perspective. No boat licence is required and no boating experience is necessary. The Yarra River winds through the Melbourne CBD which is filled with amazing buildings and beautiful breathtaking scenery. From the beautiful historical bridges and buildings to the impressive new architecture and world class sporting venues - the Yarra is for exploration with you as your own captain.
2. Classic Steamboat Cruises
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4.5 based on 53 reviews
Classic Cruises departs berth three daily from 11:15 and in and out every 35/40 min for the rest of the day. We have two public cruises to choose from. Up river past sporting venues and botanic gardens as well as down river past the City and Docklands. Come on down for a relaxing one hour cruise on a hand crafted, historic vessel (Grower built 1924) Or perhaps a private charter for up to 30 pax Cost from $20 ad concession for the 1 hour Private charter $395.00 per hour
3. Melbourne Water Taxis
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Established for over 20 years. We offer 1 to 3 hour luxury cruises, skippered on our beautifully maintained timber vessels. We also accomodate bridal couples, parties to and from their wedding venues,romantic intimate cruises, special occasion cruises and Hens day/night packages. Our service also extends to Rod Laver/MCG/AAMI Park shuttling passengers to and from events. All our vessels have cover should the weather be unfavourable, then opening up to take in scenic views of our gorgeous Melboune city while you cruise the Yarra and Maribyrnong Rivers.
4. Melbourne River Cruises
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4.0 based on 884 reviews
Discover Melbourne from a whole new perspective with one of our Yarra River boat cruises. Melbourne River Cruises offers a selection of day cruises to choose from; select one or the other, or you can combine them both for maximum value! Whether you’re looking for something to do with the kids on school holidays, or you’re here on holiday and looking for a fun way to discover the city, a cruise on the Yarra is a great way to learn more about Melbourne.
5. Williamstown Bay and River Cruises
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3.5 based on 79 reviews
Ferry rides through Southbank, Docklands, through the Port of Melbourne, under the Westgate Bridge to the Historic Seaport of Williamstown and return. We also offer private functions with a personalised package.
6. Venice on the Yarra
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
