Barrow Princess River Cruises 

New Ross to Waterford  - 10.30

The boat leaves from the Three Sisters Marina in New Ross at 10.30am. The cruise along the river takes approximately 2 hours. When you arrive in Waterford, you may then disembark to explore this lovely city or have some lunch in one of the fabulous cafes or restaurants at your leisure. Please note, the 10.30 am sailing is ONE WAY only and passengers are required to make their own travel arrangements to return to New Ross. Regular public transport is available between Waterford and New Ross throughout the day.     

Waterford to New Ross  - 3pm

The boat leaves from the Adelphi Quay Marina by the Tower Hotel  in Waterford city at 3pm. The cruise along the river takes approximately 2 hours. When you arrive in New Ross you may disembark to explore this historic town at your leisure. Please note, this sailing is ONE WAY only and passengers are required to make their own travel arrangements to return to New Ross. Regular public transport links are available and their is a bus stop a short distance from the marina. 

New Ross - Waterford - New Ross (Day Return Trip)

The boat leaves from the Three Sisters Marina in New Ross at 10.30am. The cruise along the river takes approximately 2 hours. You then have 2 hours to explore this lovely city or have some lunch in one of the fabulous cafes or restaurants. We ask that you are back at the marina in Waterford by 2.50pm to board the boat for the return cruise to New Ross. The Barrow Princess departs promptly at 3pm. 

Dress for the weather. Our upper deck is open air. However, you have the choice to relax indoors in our comfy lounge if you prefer.

Headphones for your smartphone. Our onboard audio guide is also available through the iziTravel app which you can download for free to your smartphone. Use the QR code below to open the tour. 

Please arrive at the marina gate 10 minutes before stated departure time where a member of the crew will greet you for check-in. 

For your own safety, please do not enter the marina or attempt to board the boat until you are checked-in by a member of the crew at the gate.

Parking in New Ross:  There is pay and display parking available in the public car parks opposite the marina, or opposite the Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience. 

Please do not park in the area at the marina gate as this area is reserved for marina users. All-day parking can be found at ‘Mahers Yard‘, a 5-7minute walk from the marina. Current rates: €2.50 per day.

Parking in Waterford: Paid public parking is available along Waterford Quays. Parking at Clyde Wharf car park or Merchants Quay car park can be pre-booked online at the website: Parkpnp

Street parking in Waterford city is generally pay and display. 

Please allow ample time to park your car before check-in. 

Note: A booking is confirmed with an email from us including your voucher for check-in. Please check your SPAM folder if it does not arrive in your Inbox.

Your booking is not valid without a booking number or confirmation email. If you have booked but do not receive a confirmation email, please contact us directly as soon as possible. 

Refunds are ONLY offered for cancellations made by us due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. Cancellation notices will be issued by email to the email address you provided when booking. Please check your Inbox before departure for any updates. 

Sailings are weather dependant. The Barrow Princess will not sail in extremely inclement conditions or fog.

Late arrivals are non-refundable.