Liverpool: 50-Minute Mersey River Cruise
Overview
Available languages
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 digital 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.
Simply scan the QR code located at each ferry terminal or onboard the Mersey Ferry to access it.
If you don’t have a smartphone, you can request a printed cruise route fact sheet from our team at the ferry terminal which is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Ukraine and Arabic.
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)
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.
From 26 February 2026, MERSEY FERRIES be offering a free digital audio guide 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. During this trial period, the commentary will not play through the external speaker system. If you don’t have a smartphone, you can request a printed cruise route fact sheet from our team at the ferry terminal which is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Ukraine and Arabic.
What To Expect
Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool
View from the river
Liverpool Cathedral
View from the river
Options
River Explorer
Duration: 50 minutes
What‘s Included
Roundtrip ferry
Digital commentary available by scanning QR code on a smart device. Bring Headphones.
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Headphones
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,288 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Relaxing way to see the skyline
Tina P,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an easy trip. Tickets were easy to buy on line. There's a nice cafe whilst you wait for the ferry. Outside the terminal is the statue of the Fab Four which gives you a great opportunity to take some photos. By downloading the app on board the ferry you were able to have a full guide of the Mersey. The Liverpool architecture was beautiful to see and although I'm not an Everton fan you get to see their new stadium.
Short & Sweet but Well Worth a Trip
C5060EKmatthewp,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Interesting excursion well worth going for when in town. Tickets direct from the operator at the office by the jetty are well priced and there were no queues. The trip was just right time wise and the audio commentary, provided via scanning a QR code and the listening through yoor phone was interesting and worked well. If the weather is dry suggest sitting outside to really get a taste of the area but if cold and windy then snuggle down indoors where a small cafe offers drinks and snacks. All in all a great way to learn a little more about the imporatnce of Liverpool and the river Mersey in historical Britain.
Mersey fun
Susan R,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun ride, feels like we with Gerry and the Pacemakers crossing the Mersey. The water was really choppy but you could hardly tell.
Great trip!
HalinkaEM,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this trip, I highly recommend it and also using the QR code to listen to the history of the area whilst sailing down the Mersey, really interesting. Soft and alcohol drinks are available to purchase on board at reasonable prices.
Were you really in Liverpool if you didn’t do a ferry on the Mersey!
TeeCork,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Ferry on the Mersey, has to be done. You get a seaview of the Liverpool dock area. And can enjoy a Prosecco while you do it .
Gave us a great experience
Seaside60607882554,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful first experience with my mom, and I truly enjoyed it—didn't want to get off, haha! The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the boat is disability-friendly. It was also very clean and offered food and drinks on board. The other passengers were lovely as well. We will definitely be back again, and it was reasonably priced, too!
Boat trip
Viorica Danila,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing. Differed experience to have a look over the city .you will not regret it .. in family .. alone with friends go for it . If you book together with the buss trip you get a bit discount. Both are great opportunity to discover the city but if you do t want to go by city buss you can walk it’s not that far ! The Liverpool cathedral it’s a must
Good ferry ride with lots of great sights of the city
b219946964962496,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I did the 50 minute tour and it was lovely in the hot weather to be out on the water and seeing lots of liverpools sights on such a fun coloured ferry I really enjoyed it. Only downside was there is no guide onboard. You can scan a qr code which is fine, but I couldn't find anywhere to scan it near to where I was sat on the boat without giving up my seat when it was very crowded. Therefore I ended up not hearing anything which was a shame as I love history. Still a fantastic ferry ride though and something everyone should do at least once if they are in liverpool. The staff were also very friendly especially the guys on the dock when we were boarding they were saying hello and chatting to everyone which was lovely.
A nice break in our travel and touring day.
Anne O,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was a very hot day, 45 minutes on the water provided relief and the price was reasonable
Relaxing, Scenic, and So Worth It
230missq,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took the 50‑Minute Mersey River Cruise on the afternoon of Sunday 24th May, and it was a wonderfully relaxing and scenic experience. The colourful ferry was fairly full, yet it never felt crowded or overwhelming, and I was lucky enough to find a perfect spot on the top deck at the front of the boat. From there, I enjoyed some of the best views of Liverpool’s docks, waterfront, and iconic landmark buildings — all bathed in beautiful weather that made the city shine from the water. I was pleasantly surprised to see that some locals use the ferry as a practical way to cross the Mersey, but for me it was a peaceful, interesting, and thoroughly enjoyable way to spend an hour of my Sunday afternoon. A gentle, charming experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Liverpool.
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