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Melbourne City to Williamstown 2 hour Return Cruise

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Highlights

  • A more relaxing way enjoy Melbourne
  • Avoid crowded trains and negotiating busy
  • Travel along our wonderful Yarra River
  • Encounter the most notable attractions
  • Crown Casino, Port Philip Bay, Bolte Bridge and more
  • From beaches and parks through to shops and restaurants

About this experience

Taking you on a scenic journey along the iconic Yarra River, this sightseeing cruise is a definite must-do for visitors to Melbourne looking to explore. Departing Southbank near the CBD, this 2-hour cruise will take you cruising out into Port Phillip Bay en route to Williamstown. This return ferry service is a great option for visitors eager to explore surrounding destinations for the day. As you venture over to Williamstown, you'll pass a number of the city's great sites including the Crown Casino, Bolte Bridge, Melbourne Star Observation Wheel and Westgate Bridge before taking in the views of Gem Pier at Williamstown. Complete with live commentary, you'll be able to learn all about the attractions you're seeing as you pass them, making this a great scenic and informative trip. This cruise operates 7 days a week with multiple departure times throughout the day from either end of the journey, however, departure times are tidal dependent so be sure to check directly with the operator, Melbourne River Cruises, if the weather isn't ideal.

Inclusions
* 2 hour Melbourne Sightseeing River Cruise * Live commentary

Exclusions
* Hotel transfers * Food and beverages

Highlights
* Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct * Flinders Street Station * Eureka Skydeck * Crown Casino * Melbourne Sealife Aquarium * Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre * 19th Century Sailing Ship "Polly Woodside" * Bolte Bridge * Shipping Channel's & Swanson Dock Area * Melbourne Star Observation Wheel * Westgate Bridge * Scienceworks * Melbourne City Skyline * Port Philip Bay * Gem Pier and Williamstown

Duration
* Approximately 2 hours

Location
* Southgate: Southbank Promenade, BERTH 2

Departure Location
* Click [here](https://cdn.experienceoz.com.au/assets/catalogueType/2/miscPDF/96165.pdf)

What To Bring
* Camera * Light snacks and drinks

Booking Information
* Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience * All details of the tour operator including contact details is included on your tour voucher

What to expect

Departing Southbank near the CBD, this 2-hour cruise will take you cruising out into Port Phillip Bay en route to Williamstown. This return ferry service is a great option for visitors eager to explore surrounding destinations for the day. As you venture over to Williamstown, you'll pass a number of the city's great sites including the Crown Casino, Bolte Bridge, Melbourne Star Observation Wheel and Westgate Bridge before taking in the views of Gem Pier at Williamstown. Complete with live commentary, you'll be able to learn all about the attractions you're seeing as you pass them, making this a great scenic and informative trip. This cruise operates 7 days a week with multiple departure times throughout the day from either end of the journey, however, departure times are tidal dependent so be sure to check directly with the operator, Melbourne River Cruises, if the weather isn't ideal.

Things to note

  • Accessibility: Please note Child/Infant tickets can only be booked with an Adult ticket
  • Weather: The cruise timetable changes daily & is subject to tidal & weather conditions

Frequently asked questions

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