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4 course meal
3 hour cruise
Premium bar including SPIRITS
Operates Wednesdays to Sundays

Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise

Step aboard the Spirit of Melbourne, a beautifully appointed cruising restaurant that combines elegance and comfort. Settle into your table and prepare for a culinary journey featuring an exquisite menu crafted by talented chefs. Every dish is a masterpiece, meticulously prepared using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring the freshest flavours and supporting the vibrant food culture of Melbourne.

As you savour your meal, gaze out the panoramic windows and be mesmerised by the stunning waterfront views that unfold before your eyes. Cruise along the Yarra River and admire the iconic landmarks of Melbourne. The ever-changing scenery adds an enchanting backdrop to your dining experience.

Duration: 3 Hours.

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Dinner Experience on the Spirit of Melbourne

Melbourne Cruising Restaurant Night Views

Eating & Drinking on the Yarra River Cruise

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Scenic River Views on Melbourne Cruising Restaurant

Melbourne Dinner Cruise Along the Yarra River

Dessert in Luxury Yarra River Restaurant Cruise

Adult / Child	Price Per Person	Main Course Menu Selection Required
Adult	$210.00	Main Course Menu Selection
Children aged 13-17 years	$130.00	Main Course Menu Selection
Children aged 2-12 years	$105.00	Children’s Menu
Children under 1	Nil	No Meal Provided

* Peak season pricing surcharges applies on various dates between November – January

Click Here For Menu or email us if you have any queries.

Our menus are characterised by the freshest produce and seafood from Victoria, prepared in a straightforward manner to accentuate their natural flavours. Kindly be aware that the menu is subject to changes.

Special Menus and Dietary Requests:

Please inform us of any Dietary Requirements in advance to ensure we can accommodate them. We offer substitutions for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, halal, dairy free and gluten free. Please note that due to the limitations of our kitchen, we are unable to cater for fructose-free or no onion/no garlic dietary requirements.

Our menu predominantly consists of halal options; however, we regret to inform you that the lamb shank is not halal. For precise information about our menu items, we encourage you to contact us directly.

*Kindly be aware that it falls under the client’s obligation to inform Melbourne River Cruises about any attendees who might have food allergies or intolerances, which could include, but aren’t limited to, sensitivity to traces of nuts. Even though we prepare all our dishes onboard, the premium ingredients we use are supplied by external vendors. Consequently, we cannot assure the complete absence of allergens (for example, nuts or dairy) in our offerings.

Departure Point Map

MAP – Southbank Promenade – BERTH 1, SOUTHGATE

Important Information

Check-in starts at 7:15PM and closes at 7:30PM Sharp.
All online Ticket purchases require the Passenger(s) to produce evidence of the Ticket(s) upon arrival

We ask that guests please arrive no later than 7.15pm for boarding.
Please note that our cruise will leave at 7.30pm sharp and will not wait for late guests.

Wilson Parking offers secure car parking and are located in Southgate Ave, just a short walk from our departure point.

Unfortunately, our vessels (including the on-board restrooms) are not wheelchair accessible and we do not have the facilities to accommodate passengers in wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

Passengers must be able to manage stairs to board and disembark the vessel on there own or be assisted by their carers only as our staff are not permitted to assist (by carrying any passengers for boarding) in any way.

Yes

There are four courses; entrée, main, dessert, and a cheese board.

You will find us located across from the Langham Hotel on the river’s edge

Please see our menu for details. Much of our menu is Gluten Free and we also offer vegetarian catering. Please inform us of any Dietary Requirements in advance to ensure we can accommodate them. We offer substitutions for vegan, pescatarian, halal, dairy free and gluten free.

Seats are assigned, but we take requests into account. Feel free to request a certain seat, but please know it is not guaranteed.

We try to seat as many people by the windows as possible, but not everyone is able to sit there. However, there is no bad table on our boat!

Absolutely! We love to celebrate those special moments with you. Please note,
however, that no outside food or drink is allowed.

If your cruise is rescheduled or canceled you will be contacted before the cruise. It is determined case-by-case.

There is a designated smoking area on the back deck

You are welcome to bring cakes, but please note we are unable to store them.

Please note that our cruise will leave at 7.30pm sharp and will not wait for late guests.

The new selection must be made by the day before your cruise by 1pm.

The Spirit of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant cruises up river, passing the Botanical Gardens and sporting stadiums. Please note that our cruise path is subject to weather and tidal conditions.

We operate our dinner cruise Thursdays to Sundays at 7.30pm – 10.30pm. Alternative days can be arranged for groups of 15+

The Spirit of Melbourne can accommodate up to 90 passengers and the floor plan is designed for the bookings that evening. Each booking will have their own table, large groups of 15 or more may be split across two tables.

Yes we do welcome children on board. In the interest of other guests children must remain seated at all times.