A large container ship loaded with colorful shipping containers is being guided by two tugboats through a wide waterway. Cranes and industrial port structures are visible in the background, with a city skyline in the distance.

Port of Melbourne boat tour

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Description

Port of Melbourne tours are fun, family-friendly events and the best way to see Australia’s busiest port, right on the city’s doorstep. Featuring guided commentary from port staff, you’ll see the port from a whole new angle.

What's On

As Australia’s largest capital city container and general cargo port, Port of Melbourne handles more than one-third of the nation’s container trade. Departing from Docklands, this tour provides the best vantage point to see the port in operation. Accompanied by commentary, you'll view Victoria Dock, Appleton Dock, the swing basin of Swanson Dock due to wharf works, and Webb Dock, before returning to Docklands.

Children's Activities

A dedicated kids' zone will be on board the vessel and includes kids' activities.

Image: Port of Melbourne, Australia's largest general cargo and container port. Photo: courtesy Port of Melbourne.

Important Details

Tour/event summary information

Saturday 25 July + Sunday 26 July
Tours run 10am + 1pm
Running for 2 hours for up to 220

Bookings

Bookings required—$7 booking fee applies
First release tickets: 12pm Wednesday 1 July
Second release tickets: 10am Saturday 4 July

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Meeting Point

Vessel departs from Docklands Sunset Point, 179 Harbour Esplanade, corner of La Trobe Street and Harbour Esplanade.

Accessibility

All ages

There is a ramp access onto the vessel and then two steps. The vessel has an upstairs section which is accessible via a set of steep stairs.

Some doorways have a step, bathrooms have a step to get in.

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