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Yarra River //"The Yarra river is an iconic part of Melbourne, although it's not the most convenient means of transport, it gives us a different look at our beautiful city." //

Flowing right through the heart of Melbourne is the age old Yarra river. Although this river is subdued to it's former glory, it still offers a scenic and unique way to see Melbourne's CBD. Walk or cycle along the paths that line the river, or purchase a scenic and informative river cruise. you can observe our city from the cruise boat whilst getting commentary about the history of the major buildings that surround the Yarra or the bridges that run across the river. The cruise will either take you down to the harbor and docklands or upstream through the city towards Richmond. Either way you are going to learn interesting facts whilst getting captivated by our beautiful city.

Entertainment surrounds the Yarra river. The Dockland precincts just one of the things that meets the Yarra. Admiring the harbor and Yarra whilst eating at a restaurant or strolling along the promenade is a delightful thing to do during a sunny afternoon. Or go to the delicious gelato or fish and chip shop on the promenade, sit out side and soak in the laid back atmosphere of Melbourne. You'll be amazed that such a quiet area is in such a busy and bustling city. The Crown Complex is another entertainment precinct that lines the Yarra, read more about it on our Crown Casino page. On the opposite side of the Yarra is the south bank shopping strip. There is a food hall and a shop complex filled with delectable places to get a bite and sit right on the bank of Melbourne's bloodline. Sick of eating out? Then pack a picnic and make your way over to the Birrarung Marr riverside park and sit on the grass for a quite afternoon.

So whether you are cruising along the Yarra, wielding a charged camera or relaxing in the Melbourne sun in Birrarung Marr reading a indie magazine the Yarra is a great place to relax and absorb the culture of Melbourne.

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