River Mersey explorer cruise in Liverpool
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River Mersey explorer cruise in Liverpool

4.6/5
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45 reviews
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£13.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Chinese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 50 minutes
Instant confirmation
Local touch
Tour with Audioguide
E-Voucher
Why you’ll love this…
  • You’ll enjoy a laid-back river cruise along the River Mersey, with plenty of great views
  • There’s fascinating history to discover as you sail past Liverpool’s waterfront landmarks
  • It’s all brought to life with fun and informative audio commentary along the way
What to expect

The best way to appreciate Liverpool's iconic waterfront is by relaxing on a cruise down the River Mersey.

Onboard this 50-minute cruise, a must for any tourist coming to visit the North West of England, you'll be able to discover the much-loved legacy of Liverpool and the River Mersey. Take in the views of Liverpool's riverside architecture and wildlife as you listen to entertaining digital commentary that will help you learn all about the city's fascinating music and maritime history.

Get ready to hear the tales of the three diverse influences, smuggling, music and war, that have touched this friendly city over the years and given it a unique charm.

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What's included
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Where

Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1DP, UK

Meeting point:
This cruise sails from Liverpool Pier Head. Please arrive at the ferry terminal at least 25 minutes prior to your chosen sailing as the ferry leaves promptly on the hour.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Please note that if you prefer, you can use your ticket at a different starting time than the one you booked
  • Temporary update (valid from 26.02. - 26.03.2026): A free digital audio guide for your tour will be offered as part of a one-month trial. Simply scan the QR code located at each ferry terminal or onboard the Mersey Ferry to access it. For the best experience, please bring your own headphones, ensure your phone is fully charged, and have mobile data enabled. If you don’t have a smartphone, you can request a printed cruise route fact sheet from the team at the ferry terminal which is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Ukraine and Arabic
  • Cruise fact sheets are available in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Mandarin
  • A coffee shop and bar are available on the cruise
  • please check the local operator's website for the most updated information and additional timings
  • Cruises run hourly Monday-Friday from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm and weekends from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm. Please check the local operator's website for the most updated information
  • After booking, you will receive a confirmation voucher which you will need to bring with you on the day of your cruise to exchange for your ticket at Liverpool Pier Head
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Provider
Mersey Ferries
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6 /5

Based on 45 reviews from verified customers

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    31 January 2026
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    11 October 2025

    Boat left on time but commentary quickly fell behind what we were actually seeing! It sorted itself out later.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5
    28 June 2025

    This trip on the Mersey on the Dazzle ship Snowdrop was magical! My sister and I were celebrating her 70th birthday. What a wonderful way to see Liverpool, from the water! And the audio commentary was excellent. Highly recommended!

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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5
    29 May 2025

    Loved our trip on the River Mersey. The tour guide was excellent, very knowledgable about the local area and very entertaining. Naturally it rained the entire time but we were under cover and able to fully enjoy the experience.

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