Yarra River - Queen St Bridge to Princes Bridge (Yarra River)

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Yarra River - Queen St Bridge to Princes Bridge (Yarra River)

Taking in waterfront dining venues, the arts precincts of Melbourne and trendy bars nestled on the Yarra, the bustling Southbank precinct is nestled between the Queen Street Bridge and Princess Bridge. Join a river cruise and experience Melbourne’s magnificent skyline from the river. My cruise operators depart from here.

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Yarra River - Queen St Bridge to Princes Bridge (Yarra River)

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Yarra River - Queen St Bridge to Princes Bridge (Yarra River)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

No motorised vehicles, including electric bikes or scooters allowed on management vehicle only paths, tracks or roads
Load, weight restrictions

Warnings

Water hazards
Flash flooding

Deep water

Strong currents

Shallow water
Terrain hazards
Uneven ground

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Leonda Landing closure

Leonda Landing on the Yarra River is currently closed to all pedestrian and vessel access until further notice due to structural damage.

In the interest of visitor safety, please stay off the structure.

A temporary floating landing has been installed adjacent to the timber landing to allow access for small vessels (<12m) to berth and unload passengers. This landing is for loading and unloading of passengers only.

For more information, please call Parks Victoria Waterways team on 8427 2032 or waterways@parks.vic.gov.au.

Notice to River Users 2026

As Waterway Manager under the Marine Safety Act 2010 Parks Victoria wishes to advise the following waterway closures and activities on the Yarra River, Maribyrnong River and Victoria Harbour.

Attachments: NTRU 9 April 2026 (563KB)

Notice to River Users 16 April 2026

As Waterway Manager under the Marine Safety Act 2010 Parks Victoria wishes to advise the following waterway closures and activities on the Yarra River, Maribyrnong River and Victoria Harbour.

Attachments: NTRU 16 April 2026 (565KB)