Experience breathtaking views of Melbourne city with a refreshing glass of wine or beer in hand during a ride on the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel. Join their sparkling flight and sip on some bubbles 120 metres above the city aboard Australia’s only giant observation wheel.
Whether you are completing a long day of sightseeing or want to spoil someone special to a romantic experience, a sparkling flight is a luxurious way to enjoy a ride on the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel. As the best vantage point in Melbourne city, you’ll be able to see across the bay to the Mornington Peninsula and the Dandenong Ranges with audio commentary capping off the experience.
Inclusions
- Single 30 minute flight on the Melbourne Star
- Enjoy a glass of Australian wine or beer whilst soaking up the views of Melbourne
- 21 spacious, air-conditioned cabins giving you an unparalleled, 360-degree views of the city
Exclusions
- Transport to and from the attraction
- Food and light snacks
Highlights
- Australia's only giant wheel
- Enjoy a private cabin for you and up to 19 of your closest friends and family
- Audio commentary gives you a brief introduction to the history and significance of the sights below
- At its peak height of 120 metres - the equivalent of a 40 storey building, will provide uninterrupted 360-degree panoramic views of Melbourne, Port Phillip Bay and the surrounding area up to 40 kilometres away
- See right across the bay to Arthur’s Seat, the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas and inland as far as the You Yangs, Mount Macedon and the Dandenong Ranges
Time
- May - August: Open daily from 11am - 6.30pm
- September - April: Open daily from 11am - 9.30pm
- Christmas Day & ANZAC Day: Open from 1pm - 9.30pm
- Please note the last flight for departs 30 minutes before the scheduled closing time. All vouchers must be presented at the Melbourne Star Ticket Office for redemption forty-five (45) minutes before the scheduled closing time
- Hours of operation are subject to adverse weather conditions and maybe changed without prior notice
- Star Departure Lounge: open daily from 11am - 9pm (September to April). Open daily 11am - 6pm (May to August)
Duration
- Flight time on the Melbourne Star is 30 minutes
Location
- The Melbourne Star located on Waterfront Way in Docklands
- All trams from CBD to Docklands are free. Take tram 35 (the City Circle Tram), tram 70 (via Flinders St) or tram 86 (via Bourke St)
- Parking is available on Observation Drive or within The District Docklands Shopping Centre
Additional Information
- Due to current COVID restrictions cabin capacity is set at 10 guests per cabin including children
- When required we will batch 6 guests who are not travelling together in one cabin
- There are open storage bins at our welcome host location where visitors can leave bags for collection following their flight. Whilst these bins are in sight of our staff we cannot be responsible for any loss of property
- A limited number of non-motorised wheelchairs are available if required. Please enquire in advance to ensure availability on the day
- The Star Departure Lounge cafe is a new addition to the Melbourne Star experience. Enjoy light snacks and slices, tea and coffee with family and friends before your flight. Better yet, get a sparkling wine, beer or cider and take it on board our temperature-controlled cabins, and make your trip above the Melbourne skyline an experience to truly savour
Due to operational requirements, the following items are not permitted to be taken into cabins
- Food and drinks (bottled water permitted), with the exception of Star Experience Packages or Functions & Events guests
- Animals with the exception of guide, hearing or assistance dogs
- Rollerblades, bikes, scooters and skateboards
- Large backpacks and suitcases
- Prams and mobile scooters may be left in the designated area adjacent to the boarding platform at the owner's risk
- Backpacks and/or suitcases of any size are not permitted within the cabin
- Any other bag or hand bag larger than A3 paper is not permitted within the cabin
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Purchased tickets must be used on the same day
- Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
