River Explorer Cruise & Sightseeing Bus Tour

Mersey Ferries

Available to 31 December 2025

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Book Mersey Ferries tickets for some of the best cruises in Liverpool

Take a tour of Liverpool from the water's surface with a fantastic range of River Cruise options, so you can enjoy sightseeing in Liverpool from the comfort of your seat!

Mersey Ferries: River Cruise & Sightseeing Bus in Liverpool

  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages
  • Duration: Varies
  • Meeting Point: Pier Head, Georges Parade, Liverpool, L3 1DP
  • Tickets Include: River Cruise experience, Sightseeing Bus throughout Liverpool

One of the best sightseeing tours in Liverpool

Experience Liverpool from land and water with Mersey Ferries and City Explorer Liverpool:

  • Enjoy a 50-minute river experience in Liverpool
  • Enjoy stunning views of Liverpool's skyline
  • Discover fascinating facts and interesting stories about the city
  • Hop on City Explorer Liverpool sightseeing bus 
  • See Albert Dock, the Cavern Quarter and the Chinese Arch and much more!
  • Enjoy commentary from knowledgeable tour guides
  • Take advantage of the multiple photo opportunities to help remember your day
  • Sightseeing Bus Itinerary: Liverpool Pier Head, Mathew Street – Home of the famous Cavern Club, Walker Art Gallery & St Georges Hall, Metropolitan & Anglican Cathedrals, The Philharmonic Hall & Pub, St Lukes Bombed Out Church, China Town – Chinese Arch, Cains Brewery, Liverpool Marina & M&S Arena & Conference Halls, Royal Albert Dock

Book Mersey Ferries tickets for some of the best boat tours in Liverpool!

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How to find us

Board Mersey Ferries and departure point for bus tours:

Pier Head
Georges Parade
Liverpool
L3 1DP

Mersey Ferry facilities:

  • Toilets
  • Wheelchair accessible - toilets on main deck so accessible for wheelchairs
  • Recorded commentary in English – telling you the story of Liverpool and it’s waterfront heritage
  • Cruise fact sheets in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese & Mandarin
  • Coffee Shop & Bar on-board

No, you do not need to do the Explorer Cruise and Sightseeing Bus Tour on the same day. 

Your City Explorer Bus Tour ticket can be used on both the same day as your cruise and the following day, giving you the maximum sightseeing opportunity! The ferry ticket can only be used once, on the date you have chosen to travel 

Board Mersey Ferries:

Pier Head
Georges Parade
Liverpool
L3 1DP

Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome on Mersey Ferries

Yes, Mersey Ferries are pushchair friendly. 

Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, is strictly prohibited whilst travelling. 

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