The Deep
Explore one of the UK’s major aquariums in a landmark building overlooking the Humber.
Explore Hull’s Old Town, museums and regenerated waterfront, then board P&O Ferries’ overnight service to Rotterdam.
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A historic Humber port with free museums, a lively marina district and a nightly overnight ferry to the Netherlands
Kingston upon Hull grew around the Humber as a trading and fishing port, and its maritime history still shapes the city. Recent regeneration has added galleries, restaurants and public spaces without losing the character of the Old Town.
The Deep is Hull’s best-known modern attraction, occupying a striking building where the River Hull meets the Humber. Nearby, the Museum Quarter and historic streets make the city particularly strong for visitors who enjoy maritime and social history.
Humber Street and the Fruit Market have become a lively waterside district of independent businesses, food and cultural venues beside Hull Marina. The area connects easily with the Old Town on foot.
Hull is also a useful base for East Yorkshire, including Beverley, the Yorkshire Wolds and the dramatic coast around Flamborough Head and Spurn.
P&O Ferries operates the Hull–Rotterdam route as an overnight North Sea crossing. Cabins are central to the experience, allowing passengers to sleep onboard and arrive in the Netherlands the following morning.
Hull combines accessible museums, a characterful Old Town and waterfront regeneration with useful excursions across East Yorkshire.
Explore one of the UK’s major aquariums in a landmark building overlooking the Humber.
Walk cobbled streets, historic pubs and merchant buildings close to the River Hull.
Visit several major city museums concentrated around High Street and the Old Town.
Enjoy independent restaurants, shops and cultural spaces beside Hull Marina.
See an important public art collection in the city centre, close to Queen Victoria Square.
Use Hull as a base for Beverley, the Yorkshire Wolds, Spurn and the coast around Flamborough.
Browse Hull, York and Yorkshire experiences that can be combined with an overnight ferry journey through the Humber.
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Foot passengers and vehicles are accepted on the Rotterdam route. Follow the live booking confirmation for check-in deadlines and any transfer arrangements at either end of the crossing.
Hull Ferry Port is at P&O Ferries Terminal 1, King George Dock, Hedon Road, Hull HU9 5PS. The terminal is east of the city centre and reached by road from the A63; allow enough time for the transfer from Hull Paragon Interchange if arriving by public transport.
P&O Ferries operates a nightly passenger and vehicle service between Hull and Rotterdam Europoort. The crossing is overnight, with cabin accommodation included or required according to the selected fare and passenger setup.
Hull’s centre is easy to explore on foot, while the ferry terminal sits farther east at King George Dock and needs a dedicated transfer.
The Old Town, Museum Quarter, Fruit Market and city-centre attractions form a compact visitor area.
Hull’s central station handles rail and coach services; allow extra time for a taxi or local transfer to King George Dock.
Find Hull rail tickets here...Driving makes Beverley, the Wolds, Spurn and the Yorkshire coast much easier to combine with a ferry trip.
Central hotels are convenient for restaurants and museums; accommodation near the A63 can be useful for motorists with an early check-in or late arrival.
P&O Ferries uses Terminal 1 at King George Dock, Hedon Road, Hull HU9 5PS.
P&O Ferries operates the established overnight passenger and vehicle route from Hull to Rotterdam Europoort.
It is an overnight North Sea crossing; the exact scheduled duration varies by departure, so check the live timetable for your date.
Yes. P&O Ferries accepts foot passengers on the Hull–Rotterdam route.
Yes. Cars, motorcycles and correctly booked touring vehicles are carried subject to deck capacity.
The Deep, Hull Old Town, Museum Quarter, Humber Street, the marina and Ferens Art Gallery are major highlights.
No. Hull Paragon Interchange is in the city centre, while the ferry terminal is farther east at King George Dock.
Two days is enough for the main city sights; add another day for Beverley or the East Yorkshire coast.
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