Liverpool: A Complete Tour Experience with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise
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Experience the best of Liverpool with a combo-sightseeing ticket. Take a River Explorer Cruise to see the stunning waterfront, then hop on the City Explorer Open Top Bus Tour to explore the city's top sights and attractions.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
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River Cruise & Sightseeing Bus Tour (11 stops) (Route)

Operating Schedule: Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to sailing to redeem your ticket as the ferry departs on the hour. Please check departure dates on the Mersey Ferries website. On board this 50-minute river cruise, visitors will discover the well-loved legacy of Liverpool and the river Mersey, with its musical and maritime history. From ‘The Beatles’ performing on the ‘Riverboat Shuffle’ cruises in the early 1960s to tales of smuggling, this ferry carries a cargo of memories. Just sit back and enjoy the fascinating commentary, wonder at the wildlife and absorb the heritage. Departing hourly the 50-minute river experience sails from Liverpool, Pier Head, calling at Seacombe, Wirral and then returning to Liverpool Pier Head. The cruise features fantastic recorded commentary and a choice of cruise fact sheets in French, German, Spanish, Italian & Japanese. When you arrive back at Liverpool Pier Head, the City Explorer open top bus tour will be there at Pier Head to continue your journey - the last bus is at 3pm but is valid for 24hours. The City Explorer brings the best of Liverpool to you. Visit iconic places of interest and learn about the city’s culture and history with a live guide on every bus. The bus will be calling at: Albert Dock ,Liverpool Pier Head – Mathew Street – Home of the famous Cavern Club ,Walker Art Gallery & St Georges Hall, Metropolitan Cathedral, Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, St Luke’s bombed out church, China Town – Chinese arch, Cains Brewery, Liverpool Marina & M&S Arena & Conference Halls. Your City Explorer bus tour can be used on the same day as your cruise and the following day giving you maximum sightseeing opportunity.

1. Pier Head
Ferries depart every hour on the hour between 10am - 4pm

2. Mathew Street
Home of the famous Cavern Club

3. Walker Art Gallery
Home of Museums and Galleries of Liverpool

4. Metropolitan Cathedral

5. Liverpool Cathedral

6. Chinatown Liverpool
Chinese arch

  1. Baltic Market, independent bars, coffee shops and stalls

8. M&S Bank Arena

9. Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

Points of Interest

  • Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

  • St. George’s Hall

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool

  • Walker Art Gallery

  • Chinatown

  • Pier Head

  • St Luke’s Bombed Out Church

  • Mersey Ferries

  • Mathew Street

What's Included
  • Hop-on hop-off open top bus tour
  • River Cruise
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Discover the beauty and rich history of Liverpool with this organized sightseeing package. Embark on a River Explorer Cruise on the globally renowned Mersey Ferry. Lean back, unwind, and immerse yourself in the riverside panorama and iconic landmarks. The cruise showcases the breathtaking waterfront of Liverpool from the river’s perspective.

Your ferry pass is valid throughout the booked day at your convenience. The cruises are scheduled to set sail every hour from the Liverpool Pier Head Gerry Marsden Terminal (ensure to arrive a minimum of 20mins before the departure time to exchange your voucher). Language assistance is available at the ferry terminal upon request.

After the cruise, jump on the City Explorer Open Top Bus Tour to uncover the top sights of this intriguing city. The hop-on hop-off bus provides vistas of all the city’s main attractions. You can utilize your City Explorer Bus Tour ticket on the same day as your cruise and also the next day, offering you ample sightseeing flexibility.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A coffee shop & restrooms can be found onboard the ferry
  • The ferry is accessible on the main deck for wheelchairs
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Arrive at least 25 minutes prior to redeem your voucher at Liverpool Pier Head Gerry Marsden terminal.
  • Your ticket is valid for any cruise on the day of your ticket. The River Cruise departs every hour on the hour from Liverpool. Please check Mersey Ferries website for up to date departures and notices.
  • The hop on hop off bus tour part of the ticket is valid for 48 hours from redemption.
  • The last bus tour is at 3pm - however, you can use it the following day!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dawn_g
Apr 6, 2024
Very happy. - Staff were brilliant very well organised. Knew exactly where we were meant to be before the trip. It was a choppy river day but did not feel it in the boat. Well done staff.
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Jennifer_d
Apr 5, 2024
Had to be done worth every penny - Booked on line before we visited Liverpool. Great way to see liverpool. Great story telling .lovely going over the mersey
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Alison_m
Mar 31, 2024
Fabulous - Our trip on the Mersey was fabulous, luckily we were on the first ferry and there was hardly any queue time. It was very informative and we loved it. We then got on the open top bus with Brian as our tour guide, he was very knowledgeable and extremely funny… we had a great time, thank you 👍🏻.
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Mverschaeve
Mar 27, 2024
Bus: funny commentators - Ferry - nice views - Arrived just in time to catch the ferry. We bought the combo ticket and used the busses the following day. Ferry: informative, plenty of space to sit and we had a good view through the windows (went outside a few times to take photos). Buses: we had two commentators which were great in their own en way. The route is good and the views from the top deck front seat are great. Well worth the money.
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Nancy_n
Mar 25, 2024
The best of Liverpool - Michael was awesome trunk of knowledge driving around the town with many laughs and song the ferry ride on the Mersey was quite nice
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Sarah_m
Mar 21, 2024
Quick and easy! - A nice sightseeing cruise with some great information about the area! Including the towns opposite Liverpool. Don’t expect a super long tour, it’s brief and informational!
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Daydream08018717651
Mar 14, 2024
Good value for money - The river cruise was good, and the staff and crew were happy to have my dog on board. Having visited the Wirral and Liverpool many times, it was good getting a different perspective from the water. The bus tour was informative and gives you a good basis to explore further. Even if the guides' jokes are older than Liverpool, it's self
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Sarak619
Nov 16, 2023
Easy way to see the city - Great and informative trip. If you like boats, the ferry ride is very relaxing. The bus tour was informative and takes you all over the city with the ability to hop on and off at different locations. My bus ticket was good for the following day as well. A great way to see and get around the city for people with mobility issues. I cannot remember my driver and guides names but they were wonderful and informative. I will say, you can only tip them in cash, so bring cash
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Jonah_a
Mar 16, 2024
Mersey boat cruise - The staff are lovely in the boat and the recorded commentary is so informative. Very good boat cruise experience.
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Janetter431
Nov 9, 2023
A mixed bag! - The hop on hop off bus tour was brilliant. The guides on the buses were very knowledgeable and also cracked jokes. It was a good balance. Well worth the money. The river tour was disappointing. The commentary was pre-recorded, muffled and partly drowned out by the sound of the engines. It was all in English too and it was unclear what we were looking at. There was no help at all if English wasn't your first language, nothing written down or signs and drawings, or even QR codes on the boat. However there was very interesting information about the history of "Dazzle" camouflage on the boat, which kept us informed and occupied. I wouldn't do the river cruise again.
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