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Great time!
I took my 2 granddaughters (8 and 6) and we all really enjoyed it. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Allowing the children (and some adults) to drive or blow the horn made it even more fun.
Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 40 min–50 min
- Price from
- $21 / person
- Location
- Adelaide, Australia
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 693 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- AT and LB Shuman PTY LTD
- Meeting point
- At Popeye's Elder Park Landing, on the river below the Rotunda and the Festival Center. Look out for the round blue Popeye sign and a flag blowing the the breeze.
Description
See Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon, The Popeye. Enjoy a 40-50 minute cruise with a running live commentary from our friendly skipper. Learn about the historical importance of the River Torrens surrounds and gain an understanding of how Adelaide is progressing as a city and why it's been ranked amongst the top liveable cities in the world! The cruise will take you past the Festival Center, Adelaide's SAHMRI building, beautiful parklands, Adelaide University and more. Questions are always welcome and picturesque photo opportunities a given.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $21
- Child (ages 3–17)
- $15
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Adelaide Oval
You will pass by Adelaide Oval and learn about the build and facilities
Adelaide Gaol
See the old hanging tree and the first tower built at Adelaide Gaol
Adelaide Convention Centre
A great river view of the brilliant convention centre
Adelaide Festival Centre
Our skipper will share stories of the Festival Centre build and details of what shows and events are held
See the historic Lounders Boatshed building where Popeye was first built. Now a perfect place for a coffee break
SkyCity Adelaide
Spot the casino, a great place to dine and visit post cruise
River Torrens Linear Park Trail
Get a feel for the fantastic trial running from Adelaide City all the way to the Coast at Henley Beach
Adelaide Zoo
If you're lucky, catchy a glimpse of the Orangutangs hanging out above the treetops and listen to the gibbons
St Peter's Cathedral
Enjoy views of the spectacular St Peters Cathedral spires in North Adelaide
What's included
Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Live commentary on board
Not included
Food and beverages
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
693 reviews
How it compares in Adelaide
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 351 tours in Adelaide
- Starting price $21 is 64% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in Adelaide
Excurgo comparison of 351 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Popeye isn't conventionally wheelchair accessible BUT if patrons are prepared for 6 steps up, over and into the boat with handrails it is possible. The Skipper will lend assistance. This may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Seats are assigned as general admission with a capactiy of 48 passangers per boat. Avaliablity will not be known in advance of the cruise time. Popeye operates on a 'first come first served basis'.
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or time
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise take?
Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise lasts about 40 min–50 min. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise cost?
Prices start at $21 per person for this Adelaide experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay from $15, adults from $21. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is At Popeye's Elder Park Landing, on the river below the Rotunda and the Festival Center. Look out for the round blue Popeye sign and a flag blowing the the breeze. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Adelaide River Torrens Sightseeing Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The Popeye isn't conventionally wheelchair accessible BUT if patrons are prepared for 6 steps up, over and into the boat with handrails it is possible. The Skipper will lend assistance. This may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(693)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
2
Relaxed and enjoyable
My husband and I took his 85yo father on a tour with a full load of passengers of all ages. We all thoroughly enjoyed it. Our captain was informative and funny and engaged beautifully with all the kids who got to toot the horn twice as we passed under each bridge! We booked directly and found all staff great to deal with.
R
Poppie River tour
Was a beautiful relaxing ride down the river er and to see sights and learn about the heritage
3
Unfortunate boat breakdown
Unfortunately the boat was overheating non stop and emitting a high pitched screaming noise continually which gave me a very bad headache. I know it couldn’t be helped and the skipper was very apologetic but that made it difficult to enjoy or give a higher appraisal. It was not at all enjoyable.
J
Excellent!
Lovely experience and wonderful guide. A little bit of a walk for those with mobility issues: you can’t be dropped off right at the wharf. Definitely worth it but leave some extra time.
F
Super Captain!
The captain was a hoot. Knowledgeable, friendly and funny. Worth the price and time.
R
Relaxing 😌
Lovely sunny day and was very relaxing 😌
J
A great taste of Adelaide from the River Torrens
I had a great trip on the Popeye, a great taste of Adelaide from the River Torrens. The skipper was very knowledgeable and friendly, especially letting the little kids (and some big ones) push the button for the horn. To top it off Adelaide put on a sparkling morning for it as well.
M
Great winter activity
Our first visit to Adelaide and we chose a river cruise as a way of getting to know this beautiful city. It was a cold, rainy day but we were comfortable and dry on board Popeye. The commentary was fun and informative with lovely views along the way. This is an excellent activity for visitors, the only downside being the amount of rubbish which had accumulated in parts of the river 😢
K
Nice tour but river not at its best
The tour itself was great but the river was dirty and not full enough to do the normal route.
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