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Thames Sightseeing Cruise with Live Guide

Discover London from the water on a Thames River sightseeing cruise between Westminster and Tower Bridge. Pass some of the city’s most recognizable landmarks while listening to informative live commentary along the way.
Stunning views of London’s riverside landmarks
Stunning views of London’s riverside landmarks
Cruise past famous sights like the London Eye
Cruise past famous sights like the London Eye
Comfortable boat with an open-air deck
Comfortable boat with an open-air deck
Multilingual audio guide onboard (if needed)
Multilingual audio guide onboard (if needed)

What is included in activity

40 min cruise
Indoor and outdoor observation decks
Live commentary on board

What is not included

Food and Drinks
Entry to the Tower of London

Details

See London from a different perspective on a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames.

The route travels between Westminster and Tower Bridge, offering clear views of several of the capital’s best-known landmarks.
Along the way, you’ll pass the St Paul's Cathedral, the Palace of Westminster, and the Tower of London, each with its own role in the city’s history.

During the cruise, listen to live onboard commentary that shares historical details and interesting stories about the sights along the river.

You may also access a multilingual audio guide through a smartphone app, providing additional information as you take in the distinctive skyline of London from the water.

Or glide along the River Thames on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich, offering clear views of many of London’s historic riverside landmarks.

Board your comfortable boat at Westminster Pier and settle in as the journey begins.

Highlights along the route include Shakespeare's Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London, each offering a glimpse into the city’s long history.

Upon arrival, you can disembark and explore nearby attractions at your own pace, such as the Cutty Sark or the National Maritime Museum

River cruise ship

Open deck
Professional guide
Enclosed deck, You can bring a stroller
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Important Info

• Wheelchair and stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
1 - 2 hours
Group size up to 30 persons
Mobile ticket
English
Children allowed
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Itinerary

St. Katharine's Way
Tower of London
Tower Bridge
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
The Shard
HMS Belfast
Tate Modern
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
St. Paul's Cathedral
Oxo Tower
Waterloo Bridge
Houses of Parliament
Big Ben
London Eye
St. Katharine's Way

Meeting point

Depart from Tower Bridge Quay, our private pier directly next to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge

Places you will see

• London Eye
• Big Ben
• Houses of Parliament
• Westminster Bridge
• Royal Festival Hall
• Cleopatra's Needle
• Somerset House
• Millennium Bridge
• St Paul's Cathedral
• Tate Modern
• Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
• HMS Belfast
• The Shard
• Tower of London
• Tower Bridge
• Canary Wharf
• Cutty Sark

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Reviews by travellers

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Sherie_R
Great way to see the city from the river! Beautiful views and so much history! There are two points you can get off to explore or stay on until the end. At the end see the sights of the Greenwich Village and the Cutty Sark. Lots of great shops and food to enjoy!
1 day ago
Lozza
Fantastic river cruise trip. Saw all the sights along the river on a really comfortable, modern boat. Staff were all great and friendly. Boat was spotless and comfortable.
2 days ago
Scott_I
I had a fantastic time on the London River boat trip. The views of the city’s landmarks—from the Houses of Parliament to Tower Bridge—were stunning, and the commentary was both informative and entertaining. The staff were friendly and professional, and the boat itself was comfortable with plenty of space to enjoy the scenery. It’s a relaxing and unique way to experience London—highly recommend for both visitors and locals!
2 days ago
Kavita_N
The tour was quite informative and a dash of humour by the tour guide made the trip worthwhile!
3 days ago
Alexis_C
It was a shorter trip down the river than we expected but the views somehow are different on the trip back. Got to see Tower Bridge, go under London Bridge, see the London Eye, St Paul's, Big Ben, Westminster... had so much fun. It was chilly but we went inside for the trip back to the dock. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and funny. Would go again.
9 days ago
Olivia M.
We were a big group of 60 and everyone enjoyed the trip. Plenty of room on the boat. Excellent visibility inside and out. Informative commentary. Helpful staff.
10 days ago
StephenSheldon
First river cruise on the Thames, Super smooth trip lovely new boat, super comfy seating, great selection of hot and cold drinks, all Staff really helpful and pleasant which gave a 5star service, would recommend to all who fancy something special, the guy who narrated the whole trip was very knowledgeable, with a few jokes thrown in for those of us who were listening. Once again guys thanks for a great trip.
11 days ago
Laurel_R
Easy to use and see other parts of London. Nice boat tour and learned some fun facts about the areas. The boat workers were very helpful and friendly. Would recommend giving yourself enough time to enjoy the location if you are traveling with young children or elderly. If you walk slow you may not be able to get to your destination and back before the last boat. Overall it was a great tour and I would do it again.
13 days ago
Carol_S
Really informative with knowledge of history and fun facts. We booked previously two years ago and came back to do it again and we would do it again when we return to London. The gentleman doing to commentary made us laugh with the things he was saying. Amazing boat ride. And a good price.
13 days ago
Flavia H.
A really great tour for three generations of the family. The boat was clean, comfortable with excellent viewing areas. The bar served a range of drinks. Staff were pleasant and friendly. The tour was informative and interesting. See a different view of the iconic buildings. Would work well even in poor weather.
16 days ago
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