About Harbour Ferry Boat Rides
Harwich Harbour Ferry makes for a fabulous day out on the water.
Harbour Tours are a great way to get outdoors and breathe in that salty sea air! Or you can take one of their River Cruises to meander your way around the scenic views of Harwich.
Foot and bicycle ferry services are available and you can even hire a boat privately for personal parties or birthdays.
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Harbour Ferry Boat rides for all the family
A fun boat ride for all the family various trip lengths. Grab an icecream or pizza on Harwich Pier before taking a 15 minute trip on Harbour Ferry to Landguard beach in Felixstowe or 5 minutes ride over to Shotley Marina and back. Alternatively children love sitting on the ferry for an hour round trip taking in the sights of the huge container ships. If you are lucky you will spot a Porpoise in the water. There are toilets, parking and food facilities at all departure/arrival points.
View the port with with a ride on the ferry
Take a ride on Harwich Harbour Ferry to have a perfect view of the Port of Felixstowe with the giant container ships. Enjoy a great day out with all the family on our boat. Just 30 minute drive from Colchester or a 15 minutes from Ipswich, you can take in the sights of the Historic Harwich Harbour, with a ride on our foot and bicycle ferry.
Enjoy an hour round trip or get off and explore each destination. Its the easiest way to hop across to Essex from Suffolk or visa versa. Linking Harwich in Essex with Shotley and Felixstowe in Suffolk, where the River Stour and River Orwell meet. The ferry service runs between April and October, providing a frequent service for tourists to East Anglia.
Sail to Harwich for a 2 hour seal watching trip with sealwatching.co.uk or stroll to the sandy Dovercourt beach. Dont forget to grab a pizza from Milsoms new Harwich Pier Italian, before heading back. Visit Felixstowe’s new big Ferris wheel and new sea front attractions. You can walk or cycle from the ferry along the seafront to Felixstowe pier. Or if you prefer stay onboard for an hour round trip, taking in the sights of the harbour and the river mouths.
Harbour Ferry Boat rides
A fun boat ride for all the family various trip lengths. Grab an icecream or pizza on Harwich Pier before taking a 15 minute trip on Harbour Ferry to Landguard beach in Felixstowe or 5 minutes ride over to Shotley Marina and back. Alternatively children love sitting on the ferry for an hour round trip taking in the sights of the huge container ships. If you are lucky you will spot a Porpoise in the water. There are toilets, parking and food facilities at all departure/arrival points.
Facilities
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Thursday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Friday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Saturday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Sunday, 09:30 - 17:00
We operate daily a service between April and October. Please check the website before leaving home for weater updates.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (1-16) : £3.30
- Adult (17+) : £4.40
- Babies and Toddlers (0-1) : Free
Please see the website to view prices for different trips.
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Half Penny Pier
The Quay
Harwich
Essex
CO12 3HH
England
Remember you can also access the boat at Shotley Marina and Felixstowe Landguard Point. There is parking and facilities at the departure points.
Tel: 01728666329
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We connect to the bus links at each departure/arrival point.
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