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Spirit of Melbourne Cruise

Melbourne River Cruises, Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC, Australia

4.4 (2170)
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140 Seated

Why you'll love Spirit of Melbourne Cruise

  • Melbourne’s only premier cruising restaurant, operating since 2007.
  • Award-winning dining, Silver winner at the Victorian Tourism Awards three years in a row.
  • Renowned for exceptional service and food quality, highly rated across major platforms.

Spirit of Melbourne is Melbourne City’s flagship cruising restaurant, offering an elevated dining experience on the Yarra River with smooth, calm water cruising perfect for relaxed, uninterrupted dining. Designed as a double-deck, two-level vessel, the boat features fully air-conditioned indoor dining downstairs and alfresco dining upstairs, allowing guests to enjoy the river in all seasons.

The cruise showcases Melbourne at its best, gliding past riverside gardens, sporting arenas, and delivering magnificent views of the city skyline, especially spectacular in the evening.

The venue caters for 40 to 125 guests, specialising in sit-down premier banquets with all-inclusive 2, 3 or 4-course dining packages. Lunch, brunch, and the highly popular dinner cruises are available year-round. Small groups are accommodated with private tables, while the upstairs level is available for semi-private hire with a minimum of 40 guests ideal for corporate dining, celebrations, and premium social events.


Spirit of Melbourne Cruise Function Rooms

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Spirit of Melbourne

Spirit of Melbourne

Discover a world of breathtaking beauty on a dinner cruise along the Yarra River in Melbourne. This magnificent vessel is one of the many options available for events and functions, and is designed to accommodate 140 to 170 guests, making it an ideal venue for a range of special occasions, including milestone celebrations, weddings, and corporate end-of-year parties. As you set sail along the river, you will be treated to sweeping views of the riverbanks, the city skyline, and the twinkling lights of Melbourne. The spacious interior of the boat offers a versatile space that can be transformed to suit any occasion. As you dine, the boat will glide smoothly along the river, providing a peaceful and serene backdrop for your celebration.

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Danielle O'Brien

September 15, 2025

This was an amazing experience. The dinner was delicious, the staff friendly and attentive. It was already dark when we left, so we probably missed out on some of the scenery, but the night lights were so pretty. The bats were out and we luckily had great weather. 3 hours of very pleasant cruising down the river, would highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique way to see Melbourne while enjoying good food and wine.

Cindy Gao

December 11, 2025

We booked this river cruise six months in advance for our company annual event, and it was absolutely worth it! The service team was excellent—from the early communication to the onboard experience, everything was smooth and well taken care of. Cruising along the Yarra River, we enjoyed a beautiful sunset and watched the city light up with Christmas decorations. Our whole team had a wonderful time, and the food on board was delicious as well. Highly recommended for corporate events or group celebrations!

Tanita Staebler

December 13, 2025

The Yarra River cruise with Melbourne River Cruise was a fantastic experience and a real highlight of our time in Melbourne. Seeing the city from the water offers a unique perspective, with beautiful views of the skyline, parks, and iconic landmarks along the river. The boat was clean and comfortable, and the crew were friendly and welcoming.

Leo

November 5, 2025

Great cruise, worth doing. Saw parts of the city you wouldn’t be able to normally. Went on a sunny day as shown in pictures. Would recommend doing the same- everything looks better in the sun! Places to sit inside and outside, although a little crowded outside on the back. Beware if it’s super busy, you might have to be inside.

Shauna Wilson

December 18, 2025

Reasonably priced and outstanding service. Boarded onto a stunning double decker boat. Had a private table and window view. 3 courses provided onboard with unlimited drinks. Staff were super polite and friendly. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


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