Explore on your own rating
A tram line runs straight into the city.
Where ships dock
- Station Pier, Port Melbourne
Getting to town
Tram route 109 runs from Beacon Cove near the pier into the city.
Trams cover the center; the inner-city Free Tram Zone helps.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Australian dollar (AUD). Cards are accepted almost everywhere.
Entry: U.S. citizens need an Australian Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travel, including cruise passengers. Apply only through the official "AustralianETA" app; there's an AUD 20 service fee and no visa charge. Beware look-alike websites. (Australian Embassy USA / Home Affairs, checked Oct 2026.)
Top sights nearby
- Federation Square
- Laneways and arcades
- Queen Victoria Market
- Royal Botanic Gardens
Beaches
- Port Melbourne and St Kilda beaches
Safety & tips
- Buy a myki card or use contactless where accepted.
- Weather changes fast.
- Coffee culture is serious.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Allow 30–40 minutes back by tram.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.