Melbourne Star, Observation Wheel in Summer

Melbourne Star, Observation Wheel in Summer

Shout your friends to a night to remember, plan a family celebration for a special occasion, enjoy the sunshine from the sky or even pop the question at sunset this summer on Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, the only giant observation wheel in the Southern Hemisphere.

Whether it's the bays and ports sparkling in the sun during daytime flights or the twinkling lights on the towers, boats and bridges after the sun sets, the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel is the perfect place to celebrate while admiring the bird's-eye view of Australia's most liveable city.

Those planning a Christmas treat can book a private Christmas Party Flight and enjoy a glass of champagne served with delicious finger foods, such as chocolate-coated strawberries and mini baguettes. Christmas Party Flights cost from $50 per person with upgrades available.

Melbourne Star, Managing Director, Toshiya Kawasaki, said summer flights gave people an opportunity to see their city through fresh eyes.

'Melbourne is a magical place and whether you fly in daylight, dusk or evening, Melbourne Star provides an ever-changing 360-degree view from the comfort of a climate-controlled cabin, which moves smoothly in an arc," Mr Kawasaki said.

'There is never a bad time to fly, with morning, noon, sunset and evening all offering a fresh and sparkling view of our city."

Fast becoming one of Victoria's iconic attractions, the Melbourne Star offers a 30-minute journey in the air-conditioned panoramic cabins, which give passengers spectacular 360-degree views of Melbourne and beyond; the fast-flowing freeways, high density living, bustling port and million dollar yachts berthing in the harbour.

The engineering wonder, which celebrates its third birthday in December, Melbourne Star Observation Wheel is the largest solid steel construction in the world and a landmark on the Melbourne skyline. Its seven-pointed star design echoes the seven stars of the Australian flag.

Over the next couple of months, the attraction expects to celebrate another milestone – the onemillionth customer to fly.

But the night lights of the city are not the only lights to enjoy – the Melbourne Star lights up the night sky in an array of colours, each linked to a charity or worthy cause.

'We invite organisations to contact us to register their interest in seeing their colours illuminate Melbourne's night sky," Mr Kawasaki said. 'We were yellow on May 12 for Road Trauma Support Services Victoria; we were red on October 15 to highlight dyslexia and purple on November 17 to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer."

Melbourne Star, Observation Wheel is at 101 Waterfront Way, Docklands. Opening hours until from are: daily 11am to 10pm. Last ticket sales close 45 minute prior to advertised closing time. Last flight leaves 30 minutes prior to advertised closing time. For more information or to book your tickets, visit www.melbournestar.com or call (03) 8688 9688.