Liverpool: 50-Minute Mersey River Cruise

Overview

Available languages

German

Chinese

Japanese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

50 minutes

Mobile ticket

Join us for a River Explorer Cruise aboard our world-famous Mersey Ferry. For just under an hour, you can sit back, relax and soak in the riverside scenery and landmarks that have put Liverpool on the map.

Our expert recorded commentary will make you feel right at home as you discover the things that make our city region so vibrant today. The cruise is a 'must do' as part of any visit to Liverpool.

Your ticket is valid at any time during the day that you have booked. The cruises depart every hour on the hour from Liverpool Pier Head Gerry Marsden Terminal (just arrive at least 20mins prior to departure to redeem your voucher)

Language translation sheets are available on request at the ferry terminal.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Coffee shop & restrooms can be found on-board the ferry

Voucher is valid for anytime on day of travel - The Cruise departs on the hour every hour from Liverpool Pier Head. Just arrive at least 20 minutes beforehand to redeem your voucher as the ferry leaves on the hour. Please check Mersey Ferries website for up to date departures and notices.

Please check Mersey Ferries Website for up to date departures and daily information / notices.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Historical commentary in English - Various language sheets are available on request.

Roundtrip ferry

Gratuities

Hotel pick-up and drop off

What To Expect

Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool

View from the river

•Admission Not Applicable

Liverpool Cathedral

View from the river

•Admission Not Applicable

Options

River Explorer

Duration: 50 minutes

Reviews

4.20

1,126 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

616

278

132

UK holiday
Ronald D,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A different perspective to see the sights of Liverpool. Pleasant trip and calm..weather was perfect. Helpful announcements as you travelled.
Trip on the Mersey.
Gary F,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Was good and interesting about the buildings and history of Liverpool .Plenty of room on the ferry, was a windy day when I went so hold on to your hat.
Disappointing boat trip
Hayley W,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
2.00
The trip is ok if you are just after a little boat trip but if you are after seeing different sights from those you can see on land then you will be disappointed. There is no commentary to point out what you are looking at either (well you certainly couldn’t hear it inside if there was). Was left disappointed.
Tired boat
Moira H,
May 12, 2025
- Viator
3.00
I expected a multi coloured ferry like the one in the advertisement picture. What we had was an old boat with broken seating. We expected more music to be played, but a 10 second burst of Ferry Cross The Mersey was it. Thanks to being with my sisters and the lovely weather, we still enjoyed it having the boat trip, but don't expect anything fancy.
Just OK
Ken K,
May 12, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Rather unexciting. Did not get the crazy colored boat, just a rather rusty boat. It was a nice day though so a river ride was good.