Join a relaxing cruise on the River Ouse and see the sights of York from the water with live commentary! Book a slot, but join any cruise departing between 10:30 and 15:00 each day.

PRICE: See Booking Site

 

The York City Cruise provides an entertaining and informative tour of the historic city as seen from the River Ouse. Enjoy the sights from a different perspective as a friendly and knowledgeable team guides you leisurely up and downstream.

Your cruise departs from the King’s Staith landing. Admire the scenery from the comfort of the enclosed saloon or the upper deck and treat yourself to a refreshing drink from the bar.

The duration of the cruise is either 45 minutes or 1 hour and is determined by the weather on the day and by demand. Your ticket will be valid for whatever duration is offered on the day of your visit.

Typically the 1-hour cruise follows a route that heads upstream to Clifton Bridge on the northern outskirts of York city and then downstream as far as the Millennium Bridge on the city’s southern outskirts, before returning back upstream to the original landing stage. The 45-minute cruise operates in the same area without going quite as far in either direction, passing through the center of the walled city.

During the cruise, the captain will keep you entertained with live commentary about the sites you pass. Learn about York’s history of flooding and its prosperity as an inland port, as you sail along the river that brought the Romans and the Vikings to this site.

You’ll sail on a vessel that features an enclosed and heated saloon, restrooms, and a fully stocked bar serving beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, hot drinks, and snacks.

Admire York’s historic sites from a different perspective with an anytime ticket
Enjoy the informative and entertaining live commentary
Sip your favorite drink, available at the fully stocked bar on board
Join any cruise between 10:30am and 3pm

Includes:
River cruise
Live commentary
Access to on-board facilities (bar, restroom)
Food and drinks

 

 

Explore thousands of upcoming events, local tours, top restaurants, and the best places to stay in the United Kingdom. You can also check out our dedicated city guide for London.

 

Ready for an unforgettable weekend? Plan your trip around our Featured Events like Super Bowl Weekend, the Phoenix Open, NBA All-Star Weekend, Mardi Gras, CIAA, and more. Click here to see all Featured Events.