Mersey Ferries River Explorer Cruise

Mersey Ferries River Explorer Cruise
Mersey Ferries River Explorer Cruise Mersey Ferries is a ‘must do’ North West attraction and the only way to see the world famous, unrivalled Liverpool waterfront. On board the 50 minute river cruise, visitors will discover the well-loved legacy of Liverpool and the river Mersey, with its musical and maritime history. While taking in views of Liverpool's riverside architecture and wildlife, you can listen to entertaining audio commentary about the River Mersey's fascinating maritime history. Hear tales of smuggling, music and war - three diverse influences that have touched this friendly city over the years and given it a unique charm.

Departing hourly, the 50 minute river experience sails from Liverpool, Pier Head, calling at Seacombe and *Woodside, Wirral. There is simply no better way to witness and enjoy Liverpool’s iconic waterfront and heritage.
*Please note that Woodside is now closed for refurbishment.

Mersey Ferries and The Beatles
The Beatles performed four times on-board the Ferry ‘The Royal Iris’. These performances are quite a unique set of shows because they span three distinct periods in the development of the Beatles.

Riverboat Shuffle Cruise 25th August 1961 – Pre Epstein when The Beatles were still wearing leather suits!

Riverboat Shuffle Cruise August 1962 – Epstein was their manager by which time he had changed their image and changed the leathers for suits, shirts and ties! Four days after their 10th August appearance on the Ferry, Pete Best was sacked and replaced by Ringo Starr.

Their final show on the ferry on 28th September 1962 featured Ringo on drums. By this time they had completed recording their first single ‘Love Me Do’ at Abbey Road studios. One week after the show ‘Love Me Do’ was released.

With so much to see and do in Liverpool it can be hard to make the most of the city’s unique views and fascinating history, so if you’re in the mood to discover some of the best sights in the world, why not combine Mersey Ferries fantastic 50 minute River Explorer Cruise with a fabulous City Explorer Open Top Bus Tour? Running every 30mins from outside of the ferry terminal or upgrade your tour to step inside the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral for spectacular city wide panoramas from the UK’s tallest cathedral tower.

Must dos: Discover the on-board zones and interpretation panels listen to fascinating commentary, take a picture of the world-famous skyline and a selfie with The Beatles statues at Pier Head

On-board: Coffee shop, restrooms, accessible on the main deck for wheelchairs.