About Harwich Harbour Ferry
🚢 Harwich Harbour Foot & Bicycle Ferry
This is a really good one because it's both an attraction and a practical transport link to Suffolk, making it valuable for visitors.
📍 Address
Harwich Pier, Harwich, Essex, CO12
🌍 Website
https://www.harwichharbourferry.com
Discover the Harwich Harbour Ferry
Looking for a unique way to explore the Essex and Suffolk coast? The Harwich Harbour Foot & Bicycle Ferry provides a scenic crossing between Harwich, Essex and Felixstowe, Suffolk, offering passengers stunning views across one of Britain's busiest natural harbours.
Operating seasonally, the ferry is popular with walkers, cyclists, families and day-trippers looking to discover both sides of the estuary without the long drive around. The crossing itself is part of the experience, with opportunities to see container ships, historic vessels, wildlife and the impressive Port of Felixstowe.
Whether you're planning a coastal walk, cycle ride or simply want to enjoy the harbour from the water, the Harwich Harbour Ferry is a memorable attraction and a fantastic addition to any visit to Harwich.
Why Take the Harwich Harbour Ferry?
✅ Scenic crossing between Essex and Suffolk
✅ Ideal for walkers and cyclists
✅ Fantastic harbour and estuary views
✅ Connects Harwich with Felixstowe
✅ Great for family days out
✅ Wildlife spotting opportunities
✅ Easy access to coastal walking routes
What You'll Experience
🚢 Harbour Cruise Feel
Enjoy spectacular views of Harwich Harbour and the busy shipping channels.
🚴 Perfect for Cyclists
The ferry makes it easy to explore cycling routes on both sides of the estuary.
🌊 Coastal Adventure
Combine your ferry trip with beaches, museums, cafés and historic attractions in both Harwich and Felixstowe.
📸 Great Photography
A fantastic location for photographing ships, ports and coastal scenery.
Perfect For
🚢 Boat Trips
🚴 Cycling
🥾 Walking
👨👩👧 Family Days Out
📸 Photography
🌊 Coastal Adventures
Nearby Attractions
- Harwich Museum
- Electric Palace Cinema
- Ha'Penny Pier
- Harwich Redoubt Fort
- Dovercourt Beach
- Beacon Hill Fort
