Mersey Ferries River Explorer Cruise Tickets

See Liverpool's iconic waterfront from the River Mersey in 50 minutes

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What to Expect...

Board the world-famous Mersey Ferry for a 50-minute River Explorer Cruise and see Liverpool and Wirral's waterfronts from the water. The cruise departs daily from Liverpool Gerry Marsden Terminal at Pier Head, with views of the Three Graces, Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, the Royal Albert Dock and the new Everton FC stadium along the way.

Your ticket is fully flexible. Online tickets are valid for 12 months from purchase and you can choose any date or time that suits you. You can stay on board for the full round trip or hop off at Seacombe on the Wirral and rejoin a later sailing to explore the area.

Tickets are available for adults, children aged 5 to 15, concessions and families. Under 5s travel free. There is indoor and outdoor seating on board, an onboard café bar, and accessible toilets on the main deck.

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What's Included in your ticket

Adult tickets (aged 16 and over) are priced at £14.00. Child tickets (aged 5 to 15) are £9.00. Concession tickets (over 60s and student card holders) are £12.50. Family tickets are £39.00 for 2 adults and up to 2 children, or £42.00 for 2 adults and 3 children. Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket.

Includes:

  • Check Circle Green IconOne 50-minute River Explorer Cruise round trip
  • Check Circle Green IconBoarding from Liverpool Gerry Marsden Terminal or Seacombe
  • Check Circle Green IconRecorded commentary during the cruise
  • Check Circle Green IconHop-off and rejoin later at Liverpool or Seacombe
  • Check Circle Green IconIndoor and outdoor seating on board
  • Check Circle Green IconAccess to onboard toilets on the ferry

Excludes:

  • Circle Cross Orange IconFood and drinks from the onboard café bar
  • Circle Cross Orange IconCombo tickets for attractions such as The Beatles Story, Eureka! Science + Discovery or sightseeing bus tours

What's On - Events and Activities

This cruise is a simple way to see Liverpool from a different angle. Over 50 minutes, you will sail past the city’s famous waterfront and pick up recorded stories about the River Mersey, Liverpool’s musical links and the ferries’ role in local history.

  • See the waterfront from the river

    See the waterfront from the river

    The cruise gives you open views of Liverpool and Wirral’s waterfronts from the River Mersey. It is an easy way to spot major landmarks, including the Three Graces at Pier Head, without a long walking route.

  • Flexible boarding and rejoining

    Flexible boarding and rejoining

    You can board at Liverpool Gerry Marsden Terminal or Seacombe. If you want to explore in between, you can leave the ferry and rejoin a later sailing instead of staying on for the full loop.

  • Easy practical extras onboard

    Main decks are accessible, toilets are available on board and there is a café bar selling drinks and snacks. During the current trial, the audio commentary can be accessed on your phone, with printed fact sheets available on request.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Friday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 16:00

Please check www.merseyferries.co.uk for up to date sailing times.

Directions

Mersey Ferry Explorer Cruise

Mersey Ferries, Liverpool Gerry Marsden Ferry Terminal , Pier Head, Georges Parade, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1DP, England

Tel: 0300 131 2881

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Important Information

  • Please arrive at the ferry terminal at least 25 minutes prior to your chosen sailing as the ferry leaves promptly on the hour.
  • Please note that if you prefer, you can use your ticket at a different starting time than the one you booked
  • After booking, you will receive a confirmation voucher which you will need to bring with you on the day of your cruise to exchange for your ticket at Liverpool Pier Head
  • Cruises run hourly Monday-Friday from 10:00am to 16:00pm and weekends from 10:00am to 15:00pm
  • please check the local operator's website for the most updated information and additional timings
  • A coffee shop and bar are available on the cruise
  • Cruise fact sheets are available in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Mandarin

Booking FAQs

Most asked questions relating to Mersey Ferry Explorer Cruise.

Your ticket includes one 50-minute round trip from Liverpool Gerry Marsden Terminal or Seacombe Terminal. You can stay on board for the full loop or hop off at either stop and rejoin a later sailing. Recorded audio commentary is included.

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