Tours/Brisbane/Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)
Viator · group up to 20 pax

Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

4.6(993)Brisbane1 hour
VIATOR4.5(225)TRIPADVISOR4.6(768)

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 as you enjoy morning tea (morning departure only). You have a choice of a morning or afternoon departure.

Tour Options

10:30am Cruise
  • River City Cruises offers a cost effective, relaxing and informative perspective of Brisbane's distinctive river scene for both locals and visitors with its year-round cruises. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Available to purchase on board MV Neptune

Itinerary

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Customs House originally built in 1889 at a cost of £38,346 by John Petrie & Son. It was originally used for the collection of customs duty and was opened in 1889

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The Story Bridge is a heritage-listed steel cantilever bridge spanning the Brisbane River that carries vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian traffic between the northern and the southern suburbs of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is the longest cantilever bridge in Australia. The road across the bridge is named Bradfield Highway. The bridge connects Fortitude Valley to Kangaroo Point. The Story Bridge opened in 1940 and was tolled until 1947.

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Cruising down the river we go through the city and see all the historic and modern landmarks.

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Southbank is very popular venue for locals and visitors. Man made beaches and swimming lagoons are very popular. The parklands consist of a mixture of rainforest, water, grassed areas and plazas as well as features such as the riverfront promenade, the Streets Beach, the Grand Arbour, the Courier Mail Piazza, the Nepalese Peace Pagoda, the Wheel of Brisbane, restaurants, shops and fountains.

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Popular with cliff climbers and absailers the area original supplied rock and gravel for the cities conmstruction.

Highlights

Live commentary
Souvenir Map of Brisbane River
Morning Tea - Tea/coffee, Scones, Jam & Cream.
Access to the on board Coffee Shop and Licensed Bar
Restrooms on board
1.5-hour Sight Seeing Cruise

What's included

Included
Live commentary
Souvenir Map of Brisbane River
Morning Tea - Tea/coffee, Scones, Jam & Cream.
Access to the on board Coffee Shop and Licensed Bar
Restrooms on board
1.5-hour Sight Seeing Cruise
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase from bar)
Food & Drinks, other than specified in the inclusions

Traveller Ratings

4.6
993 reviews
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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

Reviews(993)

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DeanC719
August 8, 2026
Enjoyable and Informative

Weather and conditions were perfect. Nice relaxed pace and interesting historical insights to Brisbane and the River made it an enjoyable and informative trip.

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Penijameni_N
August 1, 2026
Historical Ride

Prepare to learn the history of the Brisbane Rivers and by passing iconic views and learning in depth knowledge of this historic buildings and bridges . We also got given morning breakfast tea with scones which i enjoyed while on the boat.

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Cindi_P
July 21, 2026
would do it again

It was great. Super relaxed and friendly atmosphere we really enjoyed our time on the boat and the majority of the passengers were friendly adults so that was even more enjoyable

Operator response

Hi Cindy, we would love to have you onboard with us again. I am so pleased you enjoyed your cruise. Thanks for the 5 stars! all the very best

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georgesO5565ZF
June 26, 2026
Pleasent way to spend a morning.

Great cruise with informative captain about the history of the area and current real estate information. Morning tea was good but the Tea could have been stronger. Highly recommended

Operator response

Hi George, thanks so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your morning. Love to see you again sometime, all the best

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frankbK3323ZP
June 14, 2026
Great experience great tour

We really enjoyed our tour today with lovely morning tea and blessed with good weather Learnt some fun facts about our lovely city

Operator response

Hi Frank, it was a pleasure having you onboard with us. Thanks for your lovely comments. take care

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George_T
May 16, 2026
Excellent morning trip....

Excellent morning trip. Could do with a little more commentary on the way out, but otherwise excellent.

Operator response

Hi George, we are thrilled that you found this cruise to be excellent. After much guest input, we have found over time, that this is just the right amount of commentary. We are always looking at ways to improve, so we appreciate your comments. all the very best

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FUMI_Y
May 15, 2026
Just a river cruise

The river breeze was pleasant, and the staff were friendly, but the historical riverside buildings they explained were not really worth seeing. The so-called “morning tea” was nothing fancy—just a self-serve paper cup of coffee or tea and a small supermarket-style cupcake. For what it offered, the price was far too high. You’d be better off taking the same route on the CityCat ferry for a round trip. 川風は気持ちよく、スタッフもフレンドリーだったが、説明された河岸の歴史的な建造物も大して見る価値はなく、「モーニングティー」と言う大袈裟なものはなく、ただの紙コップのコーヒー又は紅茶とスーパーで売っているような小さなカップケーキ一つがセルフサービスで受け取れるだけ。この中身にしては料金が高すぎる。同じコースをシティキャットのフェリーで往復すればよし。

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Alicia_N
May 10, 2026
River cruise

Wonderful, relaxing and peaceful. At the same time learning some interesting facts about the river and surrounds.

Operator response

Hi Alicia, thank you for cruising with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed this scenic morning tea cruise. all the best

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andrewrS6020HM
May 8, 2026
Great introduction to Brissy

Great trip fantastic knowledgeable crew and really good trip for the right amount of of time

Operator response

Hi Andrew, I hope you enjoyed your visit to Brisbane! We are so fortunate to be able to offer these river cruises to showcase our beautiful city. I am so glad you enjoyed it. all the best

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Jo_W
April 28, 2026
The tour was run...

The tour was run professionally and friendly. Good value for money. And good and clear commentary. Would recommend for sure

Operator response

Hi Jo, thanks so much for your review and recommendation to others, we appreciate it. take care

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