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Was great to relax on the...
Was great to relax on the cruise while seeing the sights and hearing some of the history of Brisbane.
Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min)
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 183 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- River City Cruises
- Meeting point
- Cultural Centre Pontoon. (50m upstream from the Victoria Bridge, 300m upstream from The Wheel). The Cultural Centre pontoon is directly in front of the Cultural Centre ie. Museum and State Library). Google ‘Cultural Centre Public Pontoon’ to get directions.
Description
Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such as Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center and Story Bridge. Learn about the colorful history and local legends through informative and entertaining live commentary. This mid-afternoon cruise is the perfect time of the day in Summer. Why not sit back and enjoy a glass of wine or an ice cold beverage!~
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 12:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 16–64)
- $35
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $33
- Child (ages 5–15)
- $16
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
South Bank Parklands
Once the Expo 88 site, now the gorgeous Southbank Parklands.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park
See the red Kangaroo Point cliffs
Story Bridge
Get a close up view as we cruise under the historic Story Bridge.
Howard Smith Wharves
The old shipping docks of yesteryear, now a thriving dining and entertainment district.
What's included
Included
Afternoon Tea - Tea/Coffee, *Danish/Muffins/Savoury Scrolls/Cinnamon Scrolls *subject to change
Souvenir Map of Brisbane City
1.5 hour Sight Seeing Cruise with commentary
Access to the on board Coffee Shop and Licensed Bar
Restrooms on board
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks, unless specified in inclusions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
183 reviews
How it compares in Brisbane
- No. 25 by number of reviews among 272 tours in Brisbane
- Starting price $35 is 48% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in Brisbane
Excurgo comparison of 272 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
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 Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) take?
Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Brisbane 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 Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:30 PM.
How much does Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) cost for children?
Children aged 5–15 pay from $16, adults from $35. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) 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 Cultural Centre Pontoon. (50m upstream from the Victoria Bridge, 300m upstream from The Wheel). The Cultural Centre pontoon is directly in front of the Cultural Centre ie. Museum and State Library). Google ‘Cultural Centre Public Pontoon’ to get directions. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) 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 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 183 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by River City Cruises.
Reviews(183)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
V
enjoyable river cruise
friendly, refreshments, interesting information
S
Climate for the cruise
Need a jacket can get windy. Need a hat when waiting in line. No shelter from sun next to boat while waiting.
P
An enjoyable afternoon on the river
This was a relaxing 90 minutes on the river the staff were very friendly and helpful, the sights from the river were great.
P
Valuable activity
It was a good tour. Boat was comfortable and covered from sun, and the sound system was very clear. It was a peaceful and informative tour. I do wish they gave a little more broad history of the city rather than just narrow history bits about each building, but I would still recommend it.
Operator response
Hi Paul, thank you for joining us and for taking the time to review us. We are so pleased you enjoyed your cruise. take care
K
Boat tour on the Brisbane River
A nice experience for in between; the afternoon tea with pastries is delicious and included in the price. You see many things that look completely different from land.
Operator response
Hi, thanks for much for taking the time to review us, we are so pleased you enjoyed the cruise and afternoon tea. I wish you safe travels, all the best
V
Lovely afternoon tour
Good experience learning about Brisbane. I do however feel it is expensive for what one receives as we were offered a cupcake/ tea or coffee
Operator response
Hi Salachee, thank you for joining us. we are so pleased you enjoyed the cruise, and learning about Brisbane. all the very best
A
Very good
Really interesting and informative cruise down the Brisbane river. Relaxing and lovely views.
Operator response
Hi Annie, thank you for taking the time to review us, we appreciate your comments. So pleased you found the cruise to be very good. all the best
M
Highly recommend
Great trip for first timers to Brisbane! Very interesting and informative Lovely afternoon tea and good bar. Thanks!
Operator response
Hi Madryn, it was a pleasure having your group onboard with us. Thank you for taking the time to review us. take care
D
Very pleasant
It was a very nice and pleasant experience
Operator response
Hi Dani, thank you for cruising with us and taking the time to review us, we appreciate your custom and comments. all the best to you
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