Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide | 40 minutes to 50 minutes

517 Reviews | Adelaide
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Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide
2 Adults x $16.70
$33.40
Approx Total
$33.40

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Live commentary on board
  • Food and beverages

Overview

See Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon, The Popeye. Enjoy a 40-50 minute cruise with a running live commentary from our friendly skipper. Learn about the historical importance of the River Torrens surrounds and gain an understanding of how Adelaide is progressing as a city and why it's been ranked amongst the top liveable cities in the world! The cruise will take you past the Festival Center, Adelaide's SAHMRI building, beautiful parklands, Adelaide University and more. Questions are always welcome and picturesque photo opportunities a given.

Itinerary

  • Adelaide Oval (Pass By)

    You will pass by Adelaide Oval and learn about the build and facilities

  • Adelaide Gaol (Pass By)

    See the old hanging tree and the first tower built at Adelaide Gaol

  • Adelaide Convention Centre (Pass By)

    A great river view of the brilliant convention centre

  • Adelaide Festival Centre (Pass By)

    Our skipper will share stories of the Festival Centre build and details of what shows and events are held

  • N/A (Pass By)

    See the historic Lounders Boatshed building where Popeye was first built. Now a perfect place for a coffee break

  • SkyCity Adelaide (Pass By)

    Spot the casino, a great place to dine and visit post cruise

  • River Torrens Linear Park Trail (Pass By)

    Get a feel for the fantastic trial running from Adelaide City all the way to the Coast at Henley Beach

  • Adelaide Zoo (Pass By)

    If you're lucky, catchy a glimpse of the Orangutangs hanging out above the treetops and listen to the gibbons

  • St Peter's Cathedral (Pass By)

    Enjoy views of the spectacular St Peters Cathedral spires in North Adelaide

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • 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
  • The Popeye isn't conventionally wheelchair accessible BUT if patrons are prepared for 6 steps up, over and into the boat with handrails it is possible. The Skipper will lend assistance. This may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Seats are assigned as general admission with a capactiy of 48 passangers per boat. Avaliablity will not be known in advance of the cruise time. Popeye operates on a 'first come first served basis'.
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or time

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.7

517 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    397
  • 4 stars
    87
  • 3 stars
    21
  • 2 stars
    6
  • 1 star
    6

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 397 reviews with 5 stars

Great little cruise

Published on Feb, 2025

Very relaxing and the captain was very informative. A nice way to see Adelaide by water. Was also very easy to find.

Excellent Tour

Published on Feb, 2025

We did the 45 minute sightseeing tour on the Torrens River. It was very entertaining and interesting. The commentary by James was informative and fun at the same time. As my first time in Adelaide it was a great way to get an overview of the city. Would thoroughly recommend & check out all the other fun tours they offer.

Morning river cruise

Published on Feb, 2025

A lovely, relaxing cruise. We were lucky with the weather and the breezes were wonderful. This 45 min trip goes up to the weir, then back and up to the iron bridge and back to the dock. The commentary was both informative and amusing. No stuffy reciting of facts. You felt you were the first people being told a story. The scenery was pleasant from the cityscape, parkland and interesting architecture. Popeye is small but comfortable. Refreshments are available, tea, coffee, chocolate, soft and alcoholic. We chose just the cruise but morning tea, wine tasting or gin tasting can be booked. Booking online is easy and concessions are available.

Very nice trip good knowledge of the crew and friendly

Published on Feb, 2025

Loved it was relaxing and informative. Crew very friendly and knowledgeable. Make you go to the loo though none on board boat and nothing near by.

Highly recommended short river cruise

Published on Jan, 2025

This was a lovely, relaxing way to get to know Adelaide and a few fascinating snippets of its history. The commentary was informative and amusing and the staff made everyone feel welcome.

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