See York from a new perspecitve while cruising down the River Ouse! Admire the picturesque buildings and landmarks which line the banks of the river while discovering fascinating facts about the city's past, from the arrival of the Romans and the Vikings to York's history of flooding. Jump on board a York City Cruise at either King's Staith or Lendal Bridge Landings and sit back and relax while we sail leisurely up and downstream.

Why not relax onboard a river cruise this winter and escape the hustle and bustle of the busy shopping streets on the Bishopthorpe Palace Christmas Cruise?! Keep your eyes peeled for colourful kingfishers and majestic swans as we sail downstream from King's Staith Landing, meandering past the historic site of the 1066 Battle of Fulford and onto the beautiful 13th century Bishopthorpe Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of York. Get into the festive spirit with City Cruises York; enjoy a mince pie and your favourite Christmas carols while discovering York from the water!