The fully accessible water taxi in Cardiff
Water taxi service linking Cardiff city centre and Cardiff Bay.
Hourly boat trips linking Bute Park in the city centre directly to Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay, passing the Principality Stadium along the River Taff.
For a relaxing River Taff cruise, stay on board for a full round trip and see the city's landmarks from the water.
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Charter or hire the boat for a party, with more information and options available on request.
Aquabus offers the most scenic and reliable Water Taxi Cardiff service, linking the historic Castle Grounds (Bute Park) in the city centre directly to Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay. Our hourly boat trips provide a unique perspective of the city, passing the Principality Stadium and cruising along the beautiful River Taff.
Whether you are a tourist looking for Cardiff Bay cruises or a local commuter, our modern catamarans offer a stable and comfortable journey. We pride ourselves on being fully accessible; our boats feature full wheelchair access, and we welcome bicycles, pushchairs, and dogs on board for free.
With departures every hour on the hour from the City Centre, and every half-past the hour from the Bay, Aquabus is the best way to travel through the heart of Cardiff.
You can join our cruises at Mermaid Quay, the City Centre or the Cardiff Bay Barrage. For the city-bay link, join us either at Mermaid Quay or the City Centre.
Yes, both our boats have access ramps that the crew can quickly set up for you.
Certainly, provided they do not disturb other passengers and are kept on a lead.
Ideally 10 minutes before the advertised time.
Of course, please check out our Private Hire page for more information.
Our boats operate all year round, weather permitting.
All our vessels comply fully with the appropriate safety regulations and licenses as set out by Cardiff Harbour Authority, The Maritime and Coastguard Agency, and the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, and our staff have training in Fire Safety and First Aid.
Book your tickets online today to secure your place on the next sailing.
