Yarra River, Melbourne

Yarra River, Melbourne

Board one of the many river craft at Southgate or Princes Walk or stroll alongside the river by foot to visit attractions such as Melbourne Park for the Australian open, the Royal Botanic Gardens and Herring Island Park. The Yarra River is now the undisputed social heart of marvelous Melbourne.

A Melbourne icon, the river is the focus of numerous spectacular events including the famous Moomba festival, rowing regattas, the Melbourne Festival and Dragon Boat Festivals.

The Yarra River offers a multitude of picturesque settings. The banks of the river have a number of barbecue and picnic facilities, fishing platforms and jettys, there are trails and paths which cater for cyclists, walkers and joggers.

Content: Visit Victoria | Image: Josie Withers Photography

Address
Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
Admission price
Free