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  • Enjoy flexibility on your own schedule by choosing any of the frequent daytime departures from King's Staith Landing with a River Ouse sightseeing cruise ticket.
  • Experience York’s iconic riverside landmarks and hidden medieval gems from a unique water-level perspective, away from bustling city crowds.
  • Savor live commentary filled with witty tales about York’s Roman and Viking past delivered by our local skippers instead of pre-recorded tapes.
  • Indulge in comfort with heated indoor seating on chilly days or an open-top deck to enjoy the Yorkshire sun, complemented by a fully stocked bar.

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Discover York from a refreshing new perspective with our 45-Min Sightseeing Cruise on the River Ouse. This flexible cruise ticket allows you to board any of the frequent daytime departures at King's Staith Landing and explore York’s iconic riverside landmarks and hidden medieval gems away from the city crowds.

Enjoy live, witty commentary by knowledgeable local skippers who share tales of York’s Roman and Viking past as they guide your journey. Relax in style on a semi-open boat with fully stocked bar options including local beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, hot drinks, and snacks. On chilly days, cozy up to the comfortable heated indoor seating or soak up the Yorkshire sun from our open-top deck.

With this cruise ticket, you can explore York on your own schedule while discovering its long history from a unique water-level vantage point. The onboard bar offers an array of refreshments perfect for enjoying during your relaxing journey along the River Ouse.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 45-min River Ouse sightseeing cruise
  • Boarding from King's Staith Landing
  • Live on-board commentary
  • Knowledgeable local skipper
  • Onboard bar (local beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, hot drinks, and snacks)
  • Semi-open boat
  • Food and beverages are not included.

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Bring your booking confirmation (printed or digital) to present at the boarding point.
  • Dress appropriately for the weather; consider a light jacket or sweater as the upper deck is open-air, especially in cooler months.
  • Note that outside food and drinks are not permitted on board.
  • Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited on the vessel.
  • The River Palace and River Duchess boats offer wheelchair accessibility; additionally, the River Duchess has a wheelchair-accessible restroom.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Bring your booking confirmation (printed or digital) to present at the boarding point. Dress appropriately for the weather, as the upper deck is open-air. Consider bringing a light jacket or sweater, especially in cooler months.

Outside food and drinks are not permitted on board. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not allowed on the vessel.

The River Palace and River Duchess boats are wheelchair accessible. Additionally, the River Duchess features a wheelchair-accessible restroom. Wheelchair access is available at the King’s Staith Landing. Please call 01904 628324 before your visit to confirm the sailing times of wheelchair-accessible boats. For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.

The cruise operates subject to river conditions. In the event of high water levels or adverse weather, sailings may be cancelled for safety reasons. The duration of the cruise may vary between 45 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the day’s conditions and demand. On rare occasions, cruise times may change by up to 15 minutes. If this occurs, the operator will contact you using the email address or phone number provided at the time of booking. There are four guaranteed cruises from King's Staith Landing: 10:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, and 3pm. Many more trips operate, sometimes departing every 30-45 mins - times are displayed at the landings and online! If you book a ticket for an 11am, 11:10am, 12:30pm, 12:40pm, 2pm, 2:10pm, 4pm or 4:10pm sailing, departure may be up to 15 minutes later to suit operational requirements. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on board the daytime sightseeing cruises at no additional cost as long as they are kept on a leash. Facilities: restroom onboard

Mandatory security checks must be completed before boarding the vessel; there are no provisions to bypass these procedures.

Enjoy a unique perspective of York’s iconic riverside landmarks and hidden medieval gems from a water-level vantage point during your cruise.

The River Palace and River Duchess boats are fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the experience comfortably.

Bring your booking confirmation (printed or digital) and dress appropriately for the weather. The upper deck is open-air, so consider bringing a light jacket in cooler months.

Yes, relax with a fully stocked bar offering local beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, hot drinks, and snacks while you enjoy your journey on the River Ouse.

Outside food and drinks are not permitted on board. You can enjoy refreshments from the onboard bar instead.

It's important to be punctual, as boarding may not be possible after your scheduled departure time.

You are welcome to take plenty of photos from the open-top deck or inside the boat while enjoying the sights and commentary.

Dress appropriately for the weather, as the upper deck is open-air. A light jacket or sweater may be useful in cooler months to stay comfortable during your cruise.

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