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The Dazzle Ferry in front of the Three Graces The Dazzle ferry on the River Mersey with the Anglican Cathedral in the background Family enjoying a selfie of the River Explorer Cruise A great day out for the children ! Get the best views of the Liverpool Waterfront
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Mersey Ferry River Explorer Cruise

Cruise along Liverpool's famous river on the Mersey Ferry

Mersey Ferry Cruise
Open today: 10:00 - 16:00
Duration: 50mins
Audio guide: English
Max group size: 20
Wheelchair accessible
Live guide: English
Provider: Mersey Ferries
Registered address: PO Box 1976, L69 3HN, Liverpool, GB
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Mersey Ferry River Explorer Tour (one loop)
Hot drinks and refreshments served at the onboard cafe

Embark on a Mersey River cruise and enjoy Liverpool's world-famous waterfront from a whole new perspective.

This jaunt aboard the well-known Mersey Ferry allows you to take in the rich history of the Liverpool Waterfront, and a full commentary provides the lowdown on what you're looking at for the whole 50 minutes. During your ride, discover the well-loved legacy of Liverpool and the river Mersey, with its musical and maritime history.

While you take in the sight of Liverpool's riverside architecture, enjoy entertaining audio commentary that tell tales of smuggling, music and war – three diverse influences that have touched this city over the years and given it a unique charm.

Swap your smartphone voucher for a paper ticket at Mersey Ferries Liverpool: The Gerry Marsden Ferry Terminal.

  • You can only do 1 tour, but you can disembark and re-join the cruise at any of the 3 stops

  • Terminals: Pier Head/Liverpool - Seacombe/Wallasey - Woodside/Birkenhead

  • Pier Head: During Feb-Mar: Monday-Sunday: first boat at 10:00, last at 16:00. During Apr-Aug: Monday-Friday: first boat at 10:00, last at 16:00. Saturday & Sunday: last boat at 16:00. Boats depart hourly
  • Woodside: Closed for refurbishments until September 2024
  • Seacombe: Boats depart at 20 minutes past the hour (10:20-15:20). Saturday & Sunday: last boat at 16:20
Mersey Ferry Cruise
Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00
Thursday 10:00 - 16:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Monday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Cancellation is possible until 72 hours before your visit date.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 72 hours before your visit date.

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Susan ,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
15 Jul 2024
Excellent
The tour was really fun. Neil was our guide and he was finny and informative. Dennis the driver was very kind and helpful with everyone getting on and off the bus.
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Ilona,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
30 Jul 2024
Excellent
Great experience. Fantastic for the kids, very relaxing. Definitely will do it again.
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Linda,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
19 Apr 2024
Excellent
Brilliant trip. The driver and guide were very knowledgeable.
Mersey Ferry River Explorer Cruise

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