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City River Tour - City Centre Departure
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City River Tour - City Centre Departure
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview
Swap the hustle and bustle of central Manchester for a more peaceful sightseeing option—a scenic river cruise on a dutch sightseeing vessel. It’s a great way to see multiple top landmarks without being stuck in the middle of crowds. Glide past Manchester Ship Canal, and access great views of Media City, Old Trafford, the Imperial War Museum, and more.
- A stress-free sightseeing option—see top landmarks from a river cruise
- Enjoy views of Media City—the home of the BBC and Coronation Street
- Learn about the history of Manchester and how it was built
- See many top historic sights, including the River Irwell Railway Bridge
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What's Included
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
Departure from Manchester city centre
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Transportation to/from attractions
Departure & Return
Ralli Quay Boarding Point , 3 Stanley St, Salford M3 5JL, UK
This activity will end right where it started.This is NOT at Salford Quays. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. This is in the city centre on the other side of the river to Spinningfields, diagonally opposite the People's History Museum. The nearest parking is at the NCP New Bailey.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Departure is from Manchester city centre
- Most travelers can participate
- Any buggies or prams must be foldable, we can not accept full size prams aboard.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- OPERATED BY Manchester River Cruises
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during City River Tour - City Centre Departure?
A:The policy on sanitization is:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during City River Tour - City Centre Departure?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
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Relaxing Friday
Wendy_L
, Aug 2022
River tour with Family
Amanda_M
, Jul 2022
Interesting trip
Margaret_K
, Jul 2022
Perfect activity for the...
Rashana_C
, Jul 2022
Excellent
Aslam_K
, Jul 2022
Manchester has an amazing...
kevin_M
, Jul 2022
Birthday trip
Sonia_D
, Jun 2022
Worth a go.
Jennifer_C
, Jun 2022
Beautiful boat ride
Shamsul_G
, Jun 2022
Great boat ride, well...
Samaira_M
, Jun 2022
Not worth your money
Sumeet_A
, Jun 2022
Nice and quiet cruise trip
Bhagyashree_R
, Jun 2022
Pleasant experience
Chinmay_J
, Jun 2022
Get it booked !!!
Tony_L
, Jun 2022
Manchester City River Tour Review
annamma_s
, Jun 2022
Very enjoyable ride.
Susan_T
, May 2022
A worth while experience on Manchesters waterways!
Jacqueline_W
, May 2022
Some interesting facts about the history of Manchesters waterways and bridges! Nice to see wildlife on the water and to know the fish are back! Could do with abit of a clean up as litter floating here and there! Will be better when some of the buildings have been finished and scaffolding removed! The skipper was good telling you interesting information along the route! Nice to be able to buy refreshments too! Would do it again! Very reasonable price too!
Wonderful
Miriro_M
, May 2022
Fantastic day out
Richard_S
, May 2022
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