River Cruise in Salford
City River Tour – Explore Manchester from the Water
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Manchester Sightseeing Cruises - Princess Katherine
Hop aboard the Princess Katherine or Isabella for a 60-minute round-trip river cruise through Salford Quays and the historic Manchester Ship Canal.
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering your city, this sightseeing tour offers a fresh, unforgettable view of Manchester’s industrial past and dynamic present.
Enjoy English commentary as we guide you through the stories behind the canal, its iconic structures, and the landmarks that shaped the city’s skyline.
What You’ll See
Your tour highlights include:
- MediaCityUK – Home to the BBC, ITV, and a vibrant creative scene
- Old Trafford Football Stadium – The legendary home of Manchester United
- Manchester Dry Docks – A glimpse into the city’s shipbuilding heritage
- Mode Wheel Locks – An engineering feat of the working canal system
- Imperial War Museum North – A striking waterside architectural icon
- Stephenson’s 1830 Bridge – One of the world’s oldest railway bridges!
- Pomona Docks, River Irwell, and more – Lesser-known gems with rich stories
Timings
Regular* departures from Pier 8, which is next to The Lowry Theatre. Boarding is from the Lowry side of the Quays, beneath the Millennium footbridge. Look out for the Manchester River Cruise flags on the riverside path that mark the boarding point.
The Salford Quays boarding point is at Pier 8, which is beneath the Millennium footbridge, behind The Lowry theatre.
Pier 8
The Quays
Salford
M50 3AZ
The nearest car park to the boarding point is the Lowry Outlet multi-storey car park, M50 3AH.
*Check river cruise website for latest sailing timetables, availability and latest information.
Prices
Adult
£12.00
Child (2-15 years)
£6.00
DEPARTURE AND BOARDING POINTS
Boarding point is at Pier 8, which is beneath the Millennium footbridge, behind The Lowry theatre.