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Guests onboard The Clyde Ride sightseeing boat trip on the River Clyde in Glasgow
Family enjoying The Clyde Ride boat trip in Glasgow near the Tall Ship at Riverside Museum

Prices

Child

Ages 2+

£15.95

Adult

Ages 16+

£22.95

Group Ticket (4 people)

Save 10% (£20.74pp)

£82.95

Private Hire (6 People Max)

Save 14% (£19.66pp)

£117.95

Private Hire (8 People Max)

Save 16% (£19.37pp)

£154.95

Private Hire (10 People Max)

Save 20% (£18.50pp)

£184.95

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The Clyde Ride
Glasgow Boat Trip

A thrilling sightseeing boat trip on the River Clyde. See Glasgow’s skyline and iconic landmarks from the water.

Quick Details

Most popular trip

5.0 (140+ Google Reviews)

From

£15.95 per person

Duration

20 minutes

Ages 

Min Age 2+

Group Size

10 people max

Minimum numbers: see below

Boat Trip Details

Explore Glasgow’s industrial past as the skyline unfolds from the best seat on the Clyde. From the city centre to the historic shipyards, this River Clyde sightseeing boat trip blends adventure, scenery, and history.

What's Included

Lifejackets provided
Experienced skipper
Complimentary hot or cold drink

Why guests love this trip

You’ll see loads of Glasgow’s riverside landmarks in just 20 minutes - a quick, exciting way to explore the city from the water.

Wildlife spotting

Keep an eye out for seals along the River Clyde - they’re often seen near the Govan Graving Docks, an area only accessible by boat. You may also spot cormorants, herons, salmon, and other local wildlife during your ride. 🦭

Minimum numbers: This trip operates on a minimum of 4 people. If fewer than 4 are booked (which is unlikely), we’ll contact you to reschedule or refund. (No minimum for Private Hire)​

Glasgow Landmarks on This Boat Trip

From modern architecture to the historic dockyards, this boat trip captures Glasgow’s past, present and future in one exhilarating adventure.

Riverside Museum viewed from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Riverside Museum
OVO Hydro seen from the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
OVO Hydro
Finnieston Crane viewed from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Finieston Crane
Clyde Arc Bridge viewed from the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
Squinty Bridge
SEC Armadillo seen from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
SEC Armadillo
Tall Ship Glenlee seen from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Tall Ship Glenlee
TS Queen Mary seen from the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
TS Queen Mary
Govan Graving Docks seen from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Govan Graving Docks
Glasgow Science Centre viewed from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Science Centre
King George V Docks passed on the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
King George V Docks
STV Studios passed on the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
STV Studios
Glasgow Tower seen from the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Glasgow Tower
Clydeside Distillery passed on the River Clyde on the Clyde Ride
Clydeside Distillery
Govan Partick Footbridge Bridge viewed from the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
Swivelly Bridge
Waverley Paddle Steamer viewed from the River Clyde during the Clyde Ride
Waverley Paddle Steamer
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Book The Clyde Ride Now

The Clyde Ride is one of Glasgow’s top-rated boat trips. Whether you're visiting or a local, we guarantee you'll have a great time with us while exploring the River Clyde.

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