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Flexible Thames River Cruise - One Way

4.1 (286 reviews) 1–2 hours Free cancellation
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Flexible Thames River Cruise - One Way

About this activity

Explore London’s riverside attractions at your own pace with this flexible ticket!

We operate from four key London piers: Westminster, London Eye, Tower (of London), and Greenwich. With this ticket, you can board and disembark at any of these locations.

The River Thames is home to some of London’s most iconic landmarks, including the towering Big Ben, the famous London Eye, the historic Tower of London, and the modern architectural wonders like The Shard and The Gherkin – all easily accessible with this versatile ticket.

  • We’ve selected four key London piers to give you the best access to major attractions while optimizing your cruise time.
  • Enjoy the captain's entertaining English commentary or enjoy multilingual app commentary.
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At a glance

Duration
1–2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
Hindi, Arabic, German, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide
English
Operated by
City Cruises

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: A flexible ticket for a single journey
  • Included: Enjoy a fully stocked café/bar on board
  • Included: Onboard activities for children, including activity books
  • Included: Live Commentary on board (English) or language commentary via City Experiences app

Itinerary

  1. Houses of Parliament

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  2. London Eye

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  3. SEA LIFE London Aquarium

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  4. National Theatre

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  5. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  6. HMS Belfast

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  7. The Shard

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  8. Tower of London

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  9. Tower Bridge

    Passing by

    We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.

  10. Thames River

    Passing by

    Cruise along the the River Thames for scenic views of famous landmarks

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Cruises sail from 10am and end between 6pm and 7pm depending on the time of year (please note last departures to and from Greenwich are usually in the mid afternoon)

  • Cruises sail from 10am and end between 6pm and 7pm depending on the time of year (please note last departures to and from Greenwich are usually in the mid afternoon)

  • Cruises sail from 10am and end between 6pm and 7pm depending on the time of year (please note last departures to and from Greenwich are usually in the mid afternoon)

  • Cruises sail from 10am and end between 6pm and 7pm depending on the time of year (please note last departures to and from Greenwich are usually in the mid afternoon)

End point

  • Single Journey can start and end at any one of our four piers.

  • Single Journey can start and end at any one of our four piers.

  • Single Journey can start and end at any one of our four piers.

  • Single Journey can start and end at any one of our four piers.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Board from Westminster Pier, Tower Pier, London Eye or Greenwich Pier

  • Tickets are valid between 10am - last available cruise

  • Bar, Cafe and toilets are available onboard

  • GPS Recorded commentary in various languages available to download via the City Cruises App

Traveller ratings

4.1 out of 5 · 286 reviews
5
62%
4
14%
3
6%
2
7%
1
11%

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Flexible Thames River Cruise - One Way

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