All aboard a River Explorer Cruise with Mersey Ferries! The 50-minute cruise on the River Mersey is the perfect day out for all the family and offers unrivalled views of Liverpool and Wirral's world-famous waterfronts.
Sit back and relax on the iconic Mersey Ferry as you learn more about the fascinating history of the River Mersey, our ferries and Liverpool’s maritime and musical history from the expert recorded commentary, which plays throughout the cruise.
Experience Liverpool and Wirral's historic waterfronts aboard the world-famous Mersey Ferry. Our 50-minute River Explorer Cruise offers magnificent views of the skylines and River Mersey.
Tick this must do Liverpool sightseeing trip off your list and set sail for a unforgettable cruise along the River Mersey.
Hop off at either one of our terminals (Liverpool Gerry Marsden, Pier Head or Seacombe, Wirral) and turn your 50-minute River Explorer Cruise into a full day out for all the family!
At Seacombe Ferry Terminal, you will find the newly opened Eureka! Science + Discovery centre. Explore how Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics influence and shape our lives - connecting the everyday with the extraordinary.
There’s lots more to see and do in Wirral including the seaside fun of New Brighton to the beautiful garden village at Port Sunlight and the historic Birkenhead Park. All of these attractions are only a couple of stops away by bus, which you can catch from outside Seacombe Ferry Terminal.
Hop off the ferry at Liverpool Gerry Marsden Ferry Terminal and explore Liverpool’s fascinating architecture and history. Take a trip on the City Explorer Liverpool open top bus, or if you're interested in music, The Beatles Story is just around the corner from the terminal at the Royal Albert Dock.
There has been a Mersey Ferry on the River Mersey for over 800 years. The first known ferry service was provided by the monks of Birkenhead Priory in 1150 AD. The world-famous ferries even have a song dedicated to them; 'Ferry Cross The Mersey' by Gerry Marsden!
We currently have two Mersey Ferries; the Royal Iris of the Mersey in traditional black, white, and red livery and the Dazzle Ferry. Our stunning Dazzle Ferry which adorns a striking dazzle design was created by Sir Peter Blake as part of the First World War commemorations. Sir Peter Blake is most famous for designing The Beatles' Sgt Pepper’s album cover.
The enjoyable onboard commentary is perfect for little historians and visitors to the city region. Did you know that The Beatles played on The Royal Iris at the Cavern Club’s famous Riverboat Shuffle Cruises in 1961 and 1962 before they became famous? Find out more about the story of Mersey Ferries on a River Explorer Cruise.
Please check www.merseyferries.co.uk for up to date sailing times.
Mersey Ferry Explorer Cruise
Mersey Ferries, Liverpool Gerry Marsden Ferry Terminal , Pier Head, Georges Parade, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1DP, England
Tel: 0300 131 2881
This attraction has been claimed and verified. All information has been recently checked.
Last updated: 13:44 24/10/2025
