York: Daytime Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Live Commentary

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Summary

Starts
York
Duration
45 Min.
Languages
English, Spanish, Dutch, French, and German
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Step aboard a relaxing river cruise in York and discover the city’s rich history from the tranquil waters of the River Ouse. This sightseeing journey offers a fresh perspective on York’s landmarks, with live commentary provided by your knowledgeable captain throughout the trip.

Departing from King’s Staith landing, you can choose to enjoy the views from the comfort of the enclosed and heated saloon or soak up the atmosphere on the open upper deck. The vessel is equipped with restrooms and a fully stocked bar offering a selection of drinks and snacks for purchase.

Depending on the day’s weather and demand, your cruise will last either 45 minutes or a full hour. The longer route glides upstream to Clifton Bridge and downstream to the Millennium Bridge, showcasing York’s scenic cityscape and historic architecture along the way.

As you cruise through the heart of this walled city, listen to fascinating stories about York’s Roman and Viking heritage, its bustling past as an inland port, and how the river’s changing levels have shaped its history. Commentary is available in several languages to enhance your experience.

Cruises operate daily between 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM, but departures may be affected by river conditions after heavy rainfall. Secure your spot now and experience York’s iconic sights from the water—spaces fill quickly, so book your river adventure today!

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Included

River cruise
Live commentary
Access to on-board facilities (bar, restroom)

Destinations

York

Options

Kings Staith Landing

Good to know

• Please note that the River Ouse in York can occasionally rise to levels that can have an impact on this cruise's daily operations after periods of heavy rainfall in the catchment area upstream • The local operators will always attempt to sail, so long as it is safe to do so. There can come a point where the smallest boat can no longer fit underneath the bridges • Depending on the height of the waters, they may not be able to sail at all. In this instance, you will either be eligible for a full refund or your ticket(s) will happily be accepted on another date during your stay if sailing is possible • Otherwise, your ticket is valid on one York Sightseeing Cruise departing on the named date sailing between 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM

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