Guests: 550
Description
Description
Atmosphere & Vibe
- Stylish floating venue combining relaxed waterfront charm with vibrant Melbourne energy
- Lush botanical styling paired with panoramic Yarra River and city skyline views
- Contemporary, open-air atmosphere with a fun yet elevated social feel
- Modern and versatile setting ideal for couples wanting a unique city wedding experience
Location
- Positioned directly on the Yarra River along Southbank Promenade
- Central Melbourne location surrounded by iconic skyline and waterfront views
- Easily accessible from Melbourne CBD and nearby accommodation precincts
Venue Style
- Two-level floating bar and event space with a modern botanical aesthetic
- Contemporary interiors softened with greenery, timber finishes and open-air spaces
- Flexible blank-canvas feel suited to both relaxed cocktail weddings and styled celebrations
- Unique waterfront setting delivering a distinctly Melbourne wedding backdrop (Yarra Botanica | Floating Bar & Eatery)
Ceremony Options
- Waterfront ceremony opportunities overlooking the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline
- Flexible event layouts suited to both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations
- Beautiful open-air spaces ideal for sunset ceremonies and cocktail-style events
Reception Spaces
- Multiple semi-private and exclusive-use spaces across two levels
- Upper Deck spaces featuring sweeping city skyline and river views
- Lower Deck areas offering relaxed waterfront ambience with flexible configurations
- Full venue exclusive hire available for large-scale celebrations of up to 550 guests
- Suitable for both seated receptions and stand-up cocktail weddings (Yarra Botanica | Floating Bar & Eatery)
Food & Beverage
- Seasonal menus celebrating Victorian produce and local suppliers
- Modern share-style dining and cocktail-focused food experiences
- Extensive locally sourced beverage selection featuring Victorian wines, spirits and cocktails
- Flexible function and celebration packages available (What's On Melbourne)
Overview of Yarra Botanica
Wedding Venue Type
Restaurant / Bar
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
550
Reception Capacity
550
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Dancefloor available
Sound system available
Wedding Venue Details
City View
Wedding Catering
Alcohol license
Bar
In-house catering
Reviews (15)
(15)
- DDilan Perara23/04/2026Brilliant viewBrilliant viewA floating bar with a brilliant view of the river and a really cool vibe. The team were friendly and welcoming. Petra was fun to chat with and absolutely nailed the cocktail recommendations. I trusted her judgement and it paid off. I’ll be back next time I’m in Melbourne.A floating bar with a brilliant view of the river and a really cool vibe. The team were friendly and welcoming. Petra was fun to chat with and absolutely nailed the cocktail recommendations. I trusted her judgement and it paid off. I’ll be back next time I’m in Melbourne.
- FFrantastic Foodie Find23/04/2026Great view and vibeGreat view and vibeGreat venue situated on the Yarra River, Southbank. Great view and overall vibe. Service and food greatGreat venue situated on the Yarra River, Southbank. Great view and overall vibe. Service and food great
- LLucas Campbell23/04/2026Wonderful experienceWonderful experienceWe had a wonderful experience at Yarra Botanical. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy the surroundings. The venue itself is beautifully presented and has a really pleasant vibe. What truly stood out, however, was the service. Our waitress, Petra, was incredibly helpful, attentive, and thoughtful throughout the entire visit. Her warm and professional approach really elevated the overall experience.We had a wonderful experience at Yarra Botanical. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy the surroundings. The venue itself is beautifully presented and has a really pleasant vibe. What truly stood out, however, was the service. Our waitress, Petra, was incredibly helpful, attentive, and thoughtful throughout the entire visit. Her warm and professional approach really elevated the overall experience.
- AAzi23/04/2026Great city viewsGreat city viewsGreat place to hangout or catchups. Best part is the city views while enjoying your drinks & food.Great place to hangout or catchups. Best part is the city views while enjoying your drinks & food.
- Mehdi Baharloo23/04/2026Lively, great vibeLively, great vibeAbsolutely loved my visit to Yarra Botanica. The atmosphere is relaxed, lively, and has a great vibe, especially with the riverside setting. The food was delicious and clearly made with fresh ingredients, and the drinks were just as good, perfectly made and refreshing. Everything came together really well, from the setting to the service. Easily a 5-star experience and a place I’d happily go back to.Absolutely loved my visit to Yarra Botanica. The atmosphere is relaxed, lively, and has a great vibe, especially with the riverside setting. The food was delicious and clearly made with fresh ingredients, and the drinks were just as good, perfectly made and refreshing. Everything came together really well, from the setting to the service. Easily a 5-star experience and a place I’d happily go back to.
- Kagan Sakir23/04/2026Couldn't fault a thingCouldn't fault a thingI couldn't fault a thing even if i wanted too. We went for new years eve and had an absolute blast. The staff were fantastic, dj was great and the vibe was in point. Well done to the team at Yarra BotanicaI couldn't fault a thing even if i wanted too. We went for new years eve and had an absolute blast. The staff were fantastic, dj was great and the vibe was in point. Well done to the team at Yarra Botanica
- EE C23/04/2026Excellent viewExcellent viewWe truly loved the available food options and the excellent view from the boat. This is definitely a great spot to relax and hang out with loved ones.We truly loved the available food options and the excellent view from the boat. This is definitely a great spot to relax and hang out with loved ones.
- FFoodie23/04/2026Calm, scenic vibeCalm, scenic vibeYarra Botanica delivers a relaxed dining experience with food that actually holds up. The flavours are clean, the ingredients feel fresh, and the setting adds to the experience without overshadowing the food. A solid choice when you want quality with a calm, scenic vibe.Yarra Botanica delivers a relaxed dining experience with food that actually holds up. The flavours are clean, the ingredients feel fresh, and the setting adds to the experience without overshadowing the food. A solid choice when you want quality with a calm, scenic vibe.
- TTA L23/04/2026Love the vibeLove the vibeOne of my favourite spots in Melbourne. Always love the vibe, the food and the good service. Amy D was absolutely lovely and the weather today was perfect for enjoying a drink and a meal outdoors.One of my favourite spots in Melbourne. Always love the vibe, the food and the good service. Amy D was absolutely lovely and the weather today was perfect for enjoying a drink and a meal outdoors.
- BBrenton Payne23/04/2026Immaculate vibesImmaculate vibesYarra Botanica is an absolute riverfront weapon the food was outrageously good, the vibes immaculate, and we seriously considered ordering a second round of everything “for balance.” Will ran the floor like a hospitality wizard, refilling drinks before we knew they were empty and delivering service so sharp we’re convinced he can read minds (or at least our cravings).Yarra Botanica is an absolute riverfront weapon the food was outrageously good, the vibes immaculate, and we seriously considered ordering a second round of everything “for balance.” Will ran the floor like a hospitality wizard, refilling drinks before we knew they were empty and delivering service so sharp we’re convinced he can read minds (or at least our cravings).
