Yarra Countess
Southbank Promenade, Berth 5, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
The Yarra Countess is one of Melbourne River Cruises’ fleet of cruisers, a familiar sight upon the Yarra River, trundling past Southbank and around past the Botanic Gardens.
Combining sightseeing and a truly unique setting, they’re as popular with private events as they are with the many tourists who flock to Melbourne all year round.All of boats that make up Melbourne River Cruises are fully enclosed, each with their own viewing deck, onboard amenities, and an always-eager-to-help crew.
The cruises make their way past the iconic panoramic view that is Melbourne, from the twinkling skyline at night, to bustling Southbank, from the Botanic Gardens to the Docklands, and even further afield to Williamstown.The Yarra Countess fits up to 165 guests standing in a cocktail setting, or 110 seated for a dinner event.
Given the space available weddings are incredibly popular aboard the Yarra Countess. Corporate events are easily accommodated also, with Melbourne providing a memorable and unique backdrop for an office Christmas party or post-conference activity.Find Melbourne River Cruises at Federation Wharf below Federation Square, or at Southgate, Berth 5 Lower Promenade.
Yarra Countess Function Rooms
Yarra Countess
Offers a unique experience on the Yarra river with modern cuisine enhanced by the moving scenery of riverbanks and Melbourne city lights. Large windows spanning the sides of the boat where you can take in the incredible views that the water...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Yarra Countess?
Events at Yarra Countess start from 0.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Yarra Countess?
The following types of events can be held at Yarra Countess:
- Corporate Function
- Corporate Offsite
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Gala Dinner
- Conference
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- Seminar
- Trivia Night
- Meeting
- Cocktail Party
- Christmas Party
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Awards Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Wedding
- AGM
- 40th Birthday Party
- Bat Mitzvah
- Ceremony
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Yarra Countess is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Yarra Countess is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Yarra Countess is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Yarra Countess?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Yarra Countess:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Yarra Countess?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Yarra Countess and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Yarra Countess to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Yarra Countess to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Yarra Countess if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.