Melbourne Star Observation Wheel

Last updated October 2026

120-metre observation wheel in Docklands with 30-minute rides in enclosed, climate-controlled cabins; adults from $29 online.

The Melbourne Star is a 120-metre observation wheel in Docklands, which its operator says is the highest in the Southern Hemisphere. A Classic Spin is one 30-minute rotation in a shared, fully enclosed and climate-controlled cabin, with views over the city and the bay, and it runs rain or shine. There are no height limits; under-11s must ride in the same cabin as their own responsible adult, and under-16s must ride with an accompanying adult. As of October 2026, adult tickets start from $29 online, with walk-up prices about 20% higher and peak pricing on weekends and holidays; child ticket prices are shown only in the booking system. The wheel opens 12pm to 9:30pm Monday and Tuesday, 10am to 9:30pm Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, and 10am to 10:30pm Friday and Saturday. Cabins are step-free and wheelchair accessible; prams stay in pram parking at the gift shop. It is in the free tram zone, with parking at The District Docklands.

Facts checked against the venue's own website on 17 October 2026.