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Manchester City River Tour
Activities

Manchester City River Tour

4.7/5
Excellent
Based on 10 reviews
from
$15.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Please see the calendar
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 hour
Do this because
  • See Manchester from a different perspective
  • Discover the industrial heartland of north England
  • Enjoy gliding across the water on a cruise
What to expect

Come along on a 60-minute cruise along Manchester's historic Ship Canal and River Irwell.

You'll travel on board a purpose build Dutch sightseeing vessel departing from central Manchester. Venture through the industrial heartland of the north of England and see historic monuments such as Stephenson's railway bridge.

Get an insight into the history of the area and a unique view of Manchester including Media City, Old Trafford and the disused dry docks.

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What's included
  • check Cruise tour
  • check Roundtrip ticket
  • check English audio commentary
What's not included
  • x_not_included Drinks (can be purchased onboard)
Where

Manchester River Cruises, The Quays, Salford, Manchester, UK

Meeting point:
The boarding point is located under the Millennium Footbridge next to the Lowry Theatre. The closest parking is at the Quayside shopping centre, the closest tram stop is Media City or the IWM North.
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • The boat is not wheelchair accessible

Know in advance:

  • The boarding point is at Salford Quays by the Lowry Theatre. The closest parking is at the Quayside Shopping Centre, the closest tram stop is at Media City
  • All tickets are a round trip only, there are no additional stops on the route
  • Please ensure you arrive at least 10 minutes before the time stated on your ticket. The cruise will not return to the boarding point once departed
  • Infants ages 0-1 go for free and do not need to purchase a ticket. They should sit on the parent's knee
  • Buggies and prams will need to be foldable to be stored beneath the seats
  • Toilets are available onboard and outside seating is available on a first come first served basis
  • All sailings are subject to the weather and the levels of the River Irwell
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Provider
Manchester River Cruises
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7/5

Based on 10 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Servizio

4.9/5

Qualità-prezzo

4.9/5

Sicurezza

4.9/5

Personale

4.9/5

  • OSN

    From United States of America - November 2024

    Traveled with a group of friends

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The location provide to customers should be more accurate. It took me to a different place

  • Elizabeth

    From United States of America - November 2024

    Traveled as a couple

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Great trip, just a little difficult to hear the commentary inside with other passengers and children on board, but we had a great time.

  • Ruth

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Traveled with a group of friends

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Good experience and I’d recommend it. On the return journey the commentary was a little hard to hear - not sure why. Could it be increased in volume ( ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United Kingdom - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United Kingdom - June 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

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