Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River

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Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River

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 US$161.05  per guest
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Free cancellation (72 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English
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Other
Gluten-free, Halal, Vegetarian, Family-friendly
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

What could be a more memorable way to enjoy a meal in Melbourne than a gourmet dinner cruise along the Yarra River? Watch the city light up during this 3-hour cruise and enjoy Melbourne's noted fine dining in the comfort of a floating restaurant. Sip wine, beer and spirits while you admire the changing vistas of the city skyline and pass by waterfront parks and attractions.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Entree Tasting Platter
- Lamb Kofta served with minted yoghurt (GF) - Peking Duck on a bed of garden salad (GF) - Seafood Cocktail dressed in a creamy seafood sauce (GF)
STARTER
Ratatouille Filo Parcel
Served with goats cheese and salad(V)
MAIN
Chargrilled Chicken Breast
with a porcini mushroom cream sauce, served with potato and seasonal vegetables (GF)
MAIN
Blue Eye Fish Fillet
Blue eye fish fillet baked in parchment with cherry tomatoes, kipfler potatoes and black garlic butter
MAIN
Chargrilled Beef Eye Fillet
with a port wine jus, served with potato and vegetables (GF)
MAIN
Portuguese Lamb Shank
served upon mash potato with a confit of vegetables (GF)
MAIN
Whole Baby Pumpkin filled
with a stir fry of seasonal vegetables and quinoa, topped with cheese (V) (GF)
MAIN
Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagna
with a bechamel sauce served with potato gratin & seasonal vegetables (V)
DESSERT
Dessert & Cheese Tasting Platter is pre-selected consisting of:
• Selection of Mini Desserts • Australian Cheeses, dried fruit and nuts served with crackers

What You Get

Dinner
4-course dinner (Main choice at check out)
Beer, wine, soft drinks, premium spirits and liqueurs
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good To Know

  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Please advise if you are joining together with another pre-existing booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

Your Melbourne dinner cruise starts at Southbank Promenade on the southern side of the Yarra River. Hop aboard the Spirit of Melbourne — your fully enclosed floating restaurant — and set off up the river. As you cruise along the Yarra, admire the lights of the city and pass by waterfront attractions like Flinders Station, Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens, AAMI Park, Rod Laver Arena and Riverside Park. Your 4-course dinner is prepared by expert chefs and matched with premium Australian wines. While you dine, enjoy attentive service and the lively yet romantic atmosphere. Choose from a variety of beverages such as beer, spirits, and red, white or sparkling wine, and end your meal with a glass of port or a liqueur. Your unique dinner experience ends when you return to Southbank Promenade. **The Cruising Restaurant may sometimes operate on the Yarra Countess and the Yarra Empress, depending on demand, weather, major events, river closures, and tides** ** Valentines Weekend - $220 per adult**

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Southbank Promenade, Melbourne City Victoria, Australia, AU, 3006

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Southgate Berth 1. Located in front or the Langham Hotel
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 72 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Reviews
4.4
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based on 1522 reviews
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Wine and Dine with a view
August 29, 2026

We enjoyed the food and attentiveness of the staff. We could see all passengers enjoying themselves and spending time with loved ones. Great views of the city and friendly staff that can meet your...read more

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A dinner cruise on the...
August 21, 2026

A dinner cruise on the Yarra River is a must-do experience when visiting Melbourne. It gives you a completely different perspective of the city, especially as the skyline comes alive at night. The ...read more

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Fabulous experience!!
August 11, 2026

Absolutely the best thing we did in Melbourne!! Great value for money, 5 star food and top notch service! Would thoroughly recommend!!

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Fabulous
July 18, 2026

It It was a lovely, relaxed evening. The staff were fantastic and offered excellent, friendly service. The food was delicious, and the drinks kept flowing. We had a wonderful time and highly recomm...read more

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Cute Datenight Idea
July 03, 2026

We did this dinner cruise for our wedding anniversary. Food was incredible, everything tasted great and was hot upon service. Time between each course was spaced perfectly and the created a great a...read more

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