Daytime Sightseeing Boat Cruise in York
Description
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.
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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!
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Important Information
- 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.
Reviews(1,381)
Fantastic experience. It’s an enjoyable experience and learning the history under a sunny beautiful day.
Very pleasant experience. Learning about the area I have seen before but not taken in the details brought to me by this cruise. Great crew and wonderful care taken.
Best way to see the city to learn where to focus sections of town you really want to focus on.
You learn from the pilot navigating but you really can’t see anything beyond the bridges you pass under. Probably wouldn’t recommend it.
It was a very relaxing river cruise and a nice way to see York from a different perspective. There isn’t a huge amount to see along the river, but after spending the whole morning walking around York without stopping, it was lovely to sit down, relax and take a break. However, I was a little disappointed with the commentary. I’m not sure whether we had a live captain’s commentary, as it felt more like a recording with a very monotonous voice, which became a bit boring. I expected to learn more about York during the cruise, but for much of the journey there was no commentary at all. We were on the Witheycombe, departing from Lendal at 13:40 on Sunday 16th. Overall, it was a pleasant and relaxing experience, but I think the cruise would have been much more interesting with more frequent and engaging commentary.
Lovely well organisation boat trip on the River Ouse, with friendly staff and commentary. Option of sitting outside upsairs, or indoors in the shade.
The cruise down the Ouse was very smooth with the opportunity to see York from a new perspective. The Captain was very amusing and informative with his commentary and entire trip was interesting and the time flew by.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're glad you had a smooth trip and that the commentary made the time fly by. We look forward to seeing you on the water again soon!
It was a very pleasant but short trip. Bit underwhelming on the whole.
We are pleased you enjoyed the pleasant river views, though sorry we did not quite knock your socks off this time. We would love the chance to win you over properly on your next visit. Please email infoyork@citycruises.com with any extra thoughts or suggestions.
Good experience. Guide very knowledgeable. Friendly staff. Experience was good. Think the ticket should be a day ticket. Expensive for what it is. Overall good.
Hi 119lornah, thank you for your kind words about our friendly crew, fantastic guide, and your helpful day ticket idea. Please email infoyork@citycruises.com with any further thoughts
Very good and interesting experience. Learning about yorks history. Would definitely recommend to anyone
