Melbourne, Australia

Cruise Port

Melbourne

Capital city of Victoria, Australia.

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Overview

Melbourne is a cruise port in Australia. It lies on the coast at approximately -37.814, 144.963.

About Melbourne

Melbourne is the capital and most populous city of the Australian state of Victoria and the second-most populous city in Australia. The city’s name generally refers to a 9,993-square-kilometre (3,858 sq mi) area, comprising an urban agglomeration of 30 local government areas. The name is also used specifically to refer to the local government area, also named the City of Melbourne, whose administrative area is centred on the Melbourne central business district and some immediate surrounds.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Melbourne — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Melbourne

Melbourne skyline sor
Melbourne skyline sor
Flinders Station and trams
Flinders Station and trams
Shrine of Remembrance
Shrine of Remembrance
2017 AFL Grand Final panorama during national anthem
2017 AFL Grand Final panorama during national anthem

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 27°C in Jan and coolest around 13°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
27°
15°
Feb
25°
14°
Mar
23°
13°
Apr
20°
11°
May
16°
8°
Jun
14°
7°
Jul
13°
6°
Aug
15°
7°
Sep
17°
8°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
20°
11°
Dec
23°
12°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Melbourne the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Melbourne, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →