Travel Updates:
Due to the new regulations that come in to force midnight Friday 2nd October – we have decided to suspend running of the City Explorer from Saturday 3rd October, until further notice. This is to ensure the health and safety of all our staff and customers. Hopefully this will be a temporary measure and we will be able to welcome customers old and new back onboard very soon
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The Liverpool City Explorer Sightseeing Tour

Go sightseeing in Liverpool, a city of great tradition, fabulous humour and stunning architecture. Scousers are serious about culture, comedy and style. Discovering the city in style couldn't be easier than with Liverpool City Explorer.

On board our open top bus tour is an informative Tour Guide who will help you explore the city’s best bits to the full and talk you through the history, drama, talent and humour that’s made Liverpool what it is today.

Why Choose Our Liverpool City Tour:
live tour guides
Live Tour Guides
24 hour tickets
24 Hour Tickets
14 iconic stops
14 Iconic Stops
unbeatable price
Unbeatable Price
the best views
The Best Views
Tour includes:
live tour guides Live Tour Guides
24 hour tickets 24 Hour Tickets
14 iconic stops 14 Iconic Stops
unbeatable price Unbeatable Price
the best views The Best Views

Open Top Bus Tour Stops

Our Tour Stops At The Best Destinations In Liverpool
1

Albert Dock

Gower Street
albert dock
Stops 0, 15, 30 and 45 minutes past the hour.
2

Pier Head

Canada Boulevard (ferries)
pier head
Stops 5, 20, 35, 50 minutes past the hour
3

Liverpool One

Lord Street
liverpool one
Stops 10, 25, 40 and 55 minutes past the hour
4

Museums/Galleries

William Brown Street
museums/galleries
Stops 20, 35, 50, and 5 minutes past the hour
5

Queen Square

Stand 1
queen square
Suspended Until Further Notice - Use Stop 4
6

Adelphi Hotel

Brownlow Hill
adelphi hotel
Stops 30, 45, 0 and 15 minutes past the hour
7

Metro. Cathedral

Mount Pleasant (Catholic Cathedral)
metro. cathedral
Suspended Until Further Notice - Use Stop 8
8

Philharmonic Pub

Hope Street
philharmonic pub
Stops 38, 53, 8 and 23 minutes past the hour
9

Ang. Cathedral

Upper Duke Street
ang. cathedral
Stops 43, 58, 13 and 28 minutes past the hour
10

St Lukes Church

Berry Street
st lukes church
Stops 48, 3, 15, 33 past the hour
11

Chinese Arch

Great George Street
chinese arch
Stops 50, 5, 20 and 35 minutes past the hour
12

Cain's

Great George Street/Cathedral Close
cain's
Stops 52, 7, 22 and 37 minutes past the hour
13

Echo Ar. / ACC

Kings Parade
echo ar. / acc
Stops 54, 09, 24 and 39 minutes past the hour
1
Stop 1

Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

This is the start and finish point of the tour. You can visit The Tate Liverpool, The Beatles Story or the Liverpool Wheel. You could also just relax and browse in the many shops, restaurants and bars.

Location Gower Street

Stop Times Stops 0, 15, 30 and 45 minutes past the hour.

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Prices

Adult
£11.00
Concessions
£8.00
Students
£8.00
Child
(between ages of 5-15)
£6.00
Family Pass
(2 adults, 3 children)
£30.00

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*Tickets can be purchased at any stop along the tour.

*All of our vehicles are now wheelchair friendly! Please call 0151 933 2324 if you have any other accessibility requirements.

Times

Current Time:
9:57 PM
Closed

The first tour leaves the Royal Albert Dock at 10 am and runs every 30 minutes from each stop until the last tour leaves the dock at 3:30 pm.

All City Explorer tickets are valid for 48 hours from time of purchase.

Weather

First tour leaves dock at 10am then runs every 30 minutes from each stop until last.

Powered by Dark Sky
Monday
13°
Tuesday
16°
Wednesday
15°
Thursday
13°
Friday
12°
Saturday
15°
Sunday
13°
Monday
12°

DISCOVER LIVERPOOL

Explore Our Top 50 Things to Do Guide!

The city of Liverpool is a firm favourite with visitors from the UK and beyond, and we know why. Liverpool’s huge choice of shopping attractions, museums, art galleries, bars and restaurants are what draws in the crowds. Whatever you want to do and see in the city, we recommend taking a look at our Top Things to Do Guide for some inspiration - and then why not go on one of the best Liverpool city tours!

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DISCOVER LIVERPOOL

Book a Combined Tour!

City Explorer Tour + River Explorer Cruise

Discover the city on the City Explorer and the Mersey Ferry with one ticket.

Grants entry to

Liverpool City Explorer
Mersey Ferries
The U-Boat Story

Ticket valid for 48 hours

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City Explorer Tour + River Explorer Cruise + Cathedral Tower Experience

Discover the city with four of the most historical and cultural experiences.

Grants entry to

Liverpool City Explorer
Mersey Ferries
Cathedral Tower Tour
The U-Boat Story

Ticket valid for 48 hours

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Combined City Explorer + LFC Explorer

Explore the amazing city of Liverpool along with LFC’s Anfield Stadium, all with one ticket!

Grants entry to

Liverpool City Explorer
Liverpool FC City Explorer

Ticket valid for 48 hours

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DAY OUT IDEAS

Experience the Ultimate Day Out in Liverpool

With so much to see and do in Liverpool, you’re truly spoilt for choice. To help you plan the perfect visit, we have created an ultimate day out guide bursting with ideas. It has a little something for everyone where shopping, dining, discovery and fun can all be enjoyed in a single day. This guide presents an example itinerary of someone’s visit to our wonderful city.

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Our Partners

We work with some of Liverpool’s leading tourism organisations in order to provide the very best experience the city has to offer