Mersey Ferries

River Explorer Cruises - The Big Mersey Adventure!

There's no better way to experience Liverpool and Merseyside than from the deck of the world famous Mersey Ferry listening to our commentary. You'll learn about the city and the region's fascinating history, see its spectacular sights and discover its unique character. The Liverpool waterfront is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site so there's even more reason to take a leisurely 50 minute River Explorer Cruise. River Explorer Cruises depart hourly from Pier Head, Liverpool and from Seacombe or Woodside, Wirral. Visit
www.thebigmerseyadventure.co.uk for more details.

You can combine you trip on the ferry with a visit to Spaceport based at Seacombe Ferry Terminal. Spaceport is a £10 million attraction covering the subjects of space and space travel. Your visit takes you on an inspirational journey through space as you walk through six differently themed galleries which all feature a large variety of interactive hands-on exhibits and audio visual experiences. Spaceport is currently hosting a temporary exhibition called Sci-Fi at the Movies through until Easter 2008 log on to www.spaceport.org.uk for more details.

Manchester Ship Canal Cruises 2008

Relax and enjoy a fascinating 6 hour, 35 mile journey along this famous waterway. The cruise includes a live commentary giving a revealing insight into the facts, history and dramas of one of Britain's major waterways. The ferry departs from both Seacombe, Wallasey and Woodside, Birkenhead ferry terminals, Wirral AND Salford Quays, Manchester on selected dates from April to October 2008. The price is £33 per person (£31 for seniors & children) and includes return travel by bus back to your departure point. Visit www.merseyferries.co.uk or phone 0151 330 1444 (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm)

Opening Times

Opening 2007 08 1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2009

Grading

• VAQAS VB Attraction

Tickets Information

Road Directions

Mersey Ferries terminals are situated at:

Pier Head Liverpool - Park in Albert Dock and follow signs (10 min walk).

Seacombe - follow signs from M53. Free car part at Seacombe.

Woodside - Follow signs from A41

Public Transport Directions

Train - Liverpool Lime Street to Liverpool James Street Station. Pier Head is located approximatly 450 metres from James Street station next to the 3 Graces on the waterfront.

For Woodside Ferry Terminal - Hamilton Square Station. Turn left - two minute walk.

For Seacombe Ferry Terminal - 401 & 409 from Birkenhead direct.