Sightseeing Cruises

Thames Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster to Greenwich

Sightseeing cruise on the Thames River with view of Tower Bridge, London.

Sightseeing cruise boat on the Thames River with London skyline in the background.

Passengers on a London sightseeing cruise view Canary Wharf skyline.

Sightseeing boat on Thames River passing under a bridge in London.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.5/5

(4,534)

David S

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The most unexpected and joyful part of the cruise was the staff. I have never heard a more comic and sudden joke, "Please do not forget your wives", it was perfect timing. Additionally, the cruise was special, even in the rain, everyone on board was kind and ready to help. It was an emotional cruise as it reminded me of my late father, as he was the first one to show me London. I recommend the cruise to anyone who enjoys sightseeing and having a relaxing time with a juice or drink.

Ryuta U

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The cruise from Westminster to Greenwich was the most relaxing and luxurious way to get around London! Since we boarded after exploring by rental bike and on foot, the river breeze felt incredibly refreshing, and we were able to relax and enjoy the scenery. We were lucky enough to have clear skies, and thanks to the boat making a slow turn just before Tower Bridge, we had plenty of time to take photos together. The guide’s commentary was in English, but it was full of humor, so even if you didn’t understand every word, you could still feel the fun atmosphere on board. We were able to capture a photo of the bridge from a slight distance, along with a bird that happened to stop by the boat, making for a wonderful cruise. It offered a sense of wonder you just can’t get from traveling by subway, so choosing this as our way to get to Greenwich was a huge success! I highly recommend it.

Julia P

Family

Verified booking

Last week

It war really fun: informative, long enough to see lots of amazing London sights and not too long to get bored. It was the best way to get from Westminster to Greenwich! I would recommend it to every tourist, especially to those with children!

Jasmin J

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We really liked the guide who explained the sights. With that typical English sense of humor... very entertaining and informative. The entire crew was very friendly and helpful. Thank you

John W

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Lovely to see and gain a different perspective of famous London landmarks from the river. A member of the crew gave the commentary which brought the history of the river to life. Well worth the money

John B

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

The guide was very informative and enjoyable to listen to. The boat was very comfortable both upstairs and downstairs. We have recommended the same tour to friends and family .Thank you.

Leave the crowded London streets behind and glide along the Thames from Westminster to Greenwich, enjoying panoramic river views during your chosen time slot.

If you choose a flexible ride, then you can hop from Westminster, London Eye, Tower, or Greenwich Pier, a one-hour one-way, or two-hour round trip sightseeing London’s landmarks.

Travel the most extensive route, passing Big Ben, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, and Canary Wharf, capturing spectacular views from the water.

Hear fascinating stories from a local skipper or multilingual audioguide, uncovering hidden facts and giving a richer understanding of London’s riverside landmarks.

Best for: History and culture lovers, families with kids

Longest River Thames sightseeing cruise - London’s icons, Canary Wharf, and scenic skyline views of the city

Departs from Westminster and ends at Greenwich

Live English commentary

Multilingual audio guided

Fully stocked bar (drinks and food to be purchased separately)

Additional pid upgrades

One-way or round-trip cruise (as per option selected)

Flexibility to choose your boarding pier: Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, Tower Pier, or Greenwich Pier (only available for the flexible tickets)

Duration: 1 to 2 hours (as per option selected)

Drinks and snacks at the onboard bar (available at an additional price)

TOTAL DURATION30 minutes - 60 minutes
FREQUENCY40 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
1 Boarding point
Westminster Pier
Get direction
Sights covered
Houses of Parliament
London Eye
Royal Festival Hall
Tate Modern
St. Paul's Cathedral
HMS Belfast
Tower of London
Tower Bridge
Canary Wharf

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Al S
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
It was my first cruise ride, and I took my 8-year-old daughter with great excitement. I bought a ticket online and received an email and a text message with the booking confirmation. Upon entering the Westminster pair, I was told that I must have the APP downloaded on my phone to enter. I show the person my booking information, but she still insists on downloading the app and sounds quite annoyed and stressed. I tried to calm her down and insisted that she not get angry, as my 8-year-old daughter was with me. It was not very busy, and no other passengers were waiting there to be served. By that time, another member of staff had just walked in and started blaming me, saying I was stressing her colleague, even though she never knew what was going on. However, to come to the situation, I very quickly downloaded the app, avoided the hassle and boarded the cruise. I just witnessed two absolutely unfriendly team members on the front line of your wonderful and world-class cruising service. However, I have the impression that I must download a tracking app to experience the journey. And your member of staff made me download it.
Irina G
Family
Verified booking
Today
It was the perfect cruise, with the most interesting story-tell from the Capitan! He was so easy going and made everything even more interesting for the public. It was not only a way to get to know the history of London better, but to also hear it through the prespective of a local citizen who definetly knows how to make you laugh and have the time of your life.
Gerald G
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Flexible schedules. The boat and its large deck. The commentary. The duration of the cruise and the time spent at each stop.
Aman B
Family
Verified booking
2 days ago
We really enjoyed this cruise. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The live commentary was also very entertaining. Thanks again.
Dennis H
Family
Verified booking
4 days ago
The person at the microphone was very knowledgeable. The explanations were easy to understand, even for people who don't speak English very well.

What to bring

Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.

You can bring your dogs on the boat with the leash on.

Accessibility

This experience is mostly accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

Guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Facilities: Washrooms

For a round trip, stay on board throughout or disembark and return to Westminster on any later boat the same day.

Time slots are available every 40 minutes from 10am.

Please note that the exact cruise times might vary during the summer and the winter, so double-check before you set sail. You can find the cruise timetable [here].

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