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Combo (Save 14%): Thames River Flexible Sightseeing Cruise & LUMINISCENCE London: The 360° Immersive Show

4.5/5(1,000)

Lois B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

A good value combo and a very good way to sightsee London's most iconic attractions and buildings beside the River Themes. Would recommend. Especially because the river cruise ticket is flexible; you can board at any time that day at any of the 4 piers listed. I don't know why it asks you to book a time slot for the cruise. I was very relieved when I realised this because I would have missed the cruise otherwise.

Israel M

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

I loved absolutely everything! It was one of those experiences you keep in your heart forever. If I had to choose what I liked best, it was that dual perspective of London: first from above and then from the water, as if the city were telling me two different but equally fascinating stories. On the London Eye, the highlight was reaching the top just as the sun began to bathe everything in golden light. Seeing Parliament, Big Ben, and the river winding its way between bridges from inside that glass capsule was simply breathtaking. I stood in silence, pressed against the glass, feeling as though all of London lay at my feet. That calm in the air, that controlled sense of vertigo, that 360° panoramic view… it was pure magic. But the cruise down the Thames was the other side of the coin—and perhaps what moved me the most. Passing under Tower Bridge while feeling the murmur of the water, seeing the reflections of the lights dancing on the current, and hearing the sounds of the city from river level connected me to the true heartbeat of London. It was much more intimate, more alive. The guide told stories as the sunset took over the sky and the historic buildings paraded by on both sides as if in a dream.

Hanumath A

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

It was a really wonderful experience, and I absolutely loved the London Eye. It's a unique attraction unlike any other place I've visited so far. The views were amazing, and I truly enjoyed every moment. A big thanks to Headout for making the booking process so simple and hassle-free. The timely notifications and smooth experience made everything easy from start to finish. Highly recommended—it's a really great app!

Combine an open-boarding river cruise with a timed multi-sensory light show, saving 14% compared to buying separate entries.

Get a one-way flexible ticket with open boarding from Westminster, London Eye, Tower, or Greenwich piers on your flexible sightseeing cruise on the River Thames.

Head to LUMINISCENCE London, an immersive digital show at Westminster Cathedral featuring 360-degree projection mapping, orchestral classical music, and live choir.

Travel flexibly by choosing your own cruise departure time and coordinating it with your scheduled evening show slot.

Thames River Cruise

Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames

One-way sightseeing flexible ticket

Flexible boarding time

Choice of boarding pier: Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, Greenwich Pier, or Tower Pier

Live English commentary

Recorded commentary in 14 languages

Open-air deck and heated indoor saloon

LUMINISCENCE London

Entry to the LUMINISCENCE 360° immersive show at Westminster Cathedral (Jul 1–Sept 26, 2026)

Silver category seating (from the centre to the front of the nave)

50-minute light and sound show

Live performances by the Lux Aeterna choir and 14-piece LUMINISCENCE orchestra

LUMINISCENCE LIVE+, a symphonic version of the show (on select evenings)

LUMINISCENCE London

Food and beverages

Merchandise

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Andrea F
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything was excellent. I bought the tickets a couple of weeks before coming to the London Eye. We arrived today, they scanned our QR code, and we got in without any problems.
Lois B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A good value combo and a very good way to sightsee London's most iconic attractions and buildings beside the River Themes. Would recommend. Especially because the river cruise ticket is flexible; you can board at any time that day at any of the 4 piers listed. I don't know why it asks you to book a time slot for the cruise. I was very relieved when I realised this because I would have missed the cruise otherwise.
Emily G
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was such a pleasure to get the River Cruise and London Eye experience deal with Headout. Everything was explained in the app and easy to find out. I will definitely come back in the future for more London trips
Lee M
Group
Verified booking
Last week
I like visit London eye. But, I miss the 3:30pm cruise afterwards onboard the next cruise the staff tell us may probably cannot boarding on next cruise if it's full. So, I have deducted the score not in 5star.
Brenda F
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
The London Eye is wonderful; the view from up high is unbeatable, and crossing the Thames by boat is a really enjoyable experience!!!

Experience the heritage and modern artistry of London by combining a relaxing sightseeing journey on the water with a breathtaking indoor light and sound production.

Getting started

Head to any of the four participating piers to board your cruise using your mobile voucher. For the digital show, arrive at the venue up to 20 minutes before your scheduled concert time to clear security before the doors close.

What to expect

Thames River Cruise

Step onto a spacious sightseeing boat for a scenic journey along the city's historic water highway, allowing you to view major riverside landmarks without navigating crowded streets.

Features:

Flexible one-way boarding from Westminster, London Eye, Tower, or Greenwich piers.

Live English commentary or recorded audio guides available in 14 languages.

Access to an open-air upper deck and a heated indoor saloon with a fully stocked bar.

LUMINISCENCE London

Enter the historic venue to watch architectural details brought to life through precise 3D video mapping, wrapping the entire indoor space in a spectacular display of light and sound.

Features:

Timed entry to the 50-minute multi-sensory projection mapping experience.

360-degree visual tracking that illuminates the historic upper columns and domes.

Live performances of legendary classical music by the Lux Aeterna choir and orchestra.

Theatrical narration tracing the city's evolution through a custom-commissioned script.

What to bring

LUMINISCENCE London

All visitors must bring a valid ticket for entry, including children; free entry is available for children aged 0–5 years, but a ticket is still required.

What's not allowed

LUMINISCENCE London

Food and beverages are not permitted inside the venue, and there are no options to purchase them on site.

Large bags and non-essential items should not be brought, as there is no cloakroom or storage facility.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along.

Flash photography is not allowed, and visitors must not hold cameras or phones above their heads while taking photos or recording.

Accessibility

Thames River Cruise

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

LUMINISCENCE London

Westminster Cathedral offers level access at the main entrance, making the main event space accessible for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility; however, some chapels within the cathedral have steps.

Accessible restrooms are available on site.

A hearing loop and transcription are available upon request for visitors with hearing impairments.

For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.

There is no strobe lighting during the performance, but flashing lights are used.

Additional information

Thames River Cruise

In the next step, you will be asked to select a time slot. However, note that the cruise has a flexible entry, and you can enter at any time.

The average cruising time for a Thames sightseeing cruise from one pier to the other is 40 mins except from Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier, which is 10 mins.

Please find the route and timetable here.

Facilities: restrooms and baby changing facilities.

LUMINISCENCE London

Please arrive up to 20 minutes before your scheduled session, as late entry is not permitted.

Restrooms, including accessible toilets, are available; the lavatory block is accessed from the north door exit adjacent to the confessionals, and there is an accessible lavatory in Cathedral Hall.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.