PS Melbourne

Paddle steamer Mildura, Victoria, Australia

What to expect

The Paddle Steamer Melbourne is a celebrated piece of Murray River heritage, constructed in 1912 and launched in 1913. It has a rich history, having been used as a public works boat, a picnic and excursion vessel, and now as a passenger steamer. The Melbourne is 98 feet long, 21 feet wide, and can carry 300 passengers. It is equipped with a twin-cylinder compound steam engine and has a cruising speed of 11 miles per hour. Families can enjoy a scenic cruise along the Murray River on this historic vessel

Plan your family visit to the PS Melbourne with these blog insights 👇

Things to do in Mildura with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We took a two hour cruise along the Murray River which included movement through Lock 11

Highlights: We enjoyed the live commentary and learning about how paddle steamers operate and the history of these majestic boats along the Australian rivers over time ✨