Daytime Sightseeing Boat Cruise in York
- 45 minutes
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Welcome aboard our daytime sightseeing trip in York, where travellers embark on an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and natural beauty. Our daytime sightseeing trip in York promises a memorable experience filled with breath-taking sights, intriguing tales, and moments of tranquillity along the historic River Ouse. It's the perfect way to explore the essence of York in a leisurely and immersive fashion.
Inclusions
What's included
- Toilet Facilities
- Live Captain's Commentary
- Scenic River Ouse Views
What's not
- Drinks & Snacks (Ranges from £1 to £6)
Itinerary
Heading South: Glide past Tower Gardens and the historic Blue Bridge (the mouth of the River Foss), before passing Rowntree Park and the modern Millennium Bridge. Heading North: Cruise under the architectural spans of Skeldergate Bridge, Ouse Bridge, and Lendal Bridge, taking in the scenic views along Dame Judi Dench Walk towards St Peters School and a glimpse of the Minster. York's Waterline: Enjoy a unique perspective of the city's historic stone architecture and modern frontage!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.3
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Ratings come from 1,425 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Relaxing and interesting short cruise
Very entertaining commentary from Captain (Scot). Would perhaps like the trip to have travelled a bit further along the Ouse but a great way to spend 50 minutes. We would definitely recommend this trip.
2A great disappointment.
We found the title 'sightseeing trip'not appropriate as all we could see was the river and trees. The commentary was vaguely audible,, fastly spoken and without enthusiasm.
5History ,anecdotes and Dave
Dave the Captain of our cruise was very knowledgeable about the sights you see along the river and of the history of York , his story’s were interesting and his anecdotes funny , he added to the enjoyment of the experience, well worth doing if your in York
4Limited View
Sit on the upper deck for a better view. The description of sights is a bit verbose, but still entertaining.
5River cruise
A nice little cruise on the river, well worth it
4Boat trip
Good trip captain was good ,very knowledgeable
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- This cruise departs from Kings Staith 1. If you are unsure, please feel free to ask for directions from a member of the City Cruises Team on the quayside! Please note that not all boats are wheelchair accessible.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 120 travellers
- Operated by
- City Cruises York
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dogs are permitted on this cruise.
- Two boats in the fleet are accessible, there may be a short wait until one arrives
- Cruise times may occasionally change by up to 15 minutes, sometimes at short notice. If this happens, we'll notify you using the email or phone number provided when booking. We recommend arriving early and allowing extra time - it's the perfect excuse to enjoy our on-board bar.
How it compares in York
- Its from-price is 70% below the median of the 186 experiences we list in York.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 186.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About York
York is a walled cathedral city in northern England, a place of Roman and Viking history, medieval lanes and a vast Gothic minster.
York Minster, among the largest Gothic cathedrals in northern Europe, towers over the city, and its stained glass includes the Great East Window, one of the biggest areas of medieval glass in the country. Medieval walls, the longest in England, encircle the old centre and can be walked along the top. The Shambles, a narrow lane of leaning timber-framed buildings, was once the street of butchers.
Top-ranked sights in York: York Minster, Clifford's Tower, The Shambles.
Special offers in York
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