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Combo (Save 13%): Royal Observatory Greenwich Tickets + Thames River Cruise

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Royal Observatory Greenwich Tickets + Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

~~Original price£34.50~~

£29.92

13% off

Direct entry into the Royal Observatory
Entry to Royal Observatory Greenwich
Multilingual audio guide at the Observatory
One-way sightseeing cruise on the River Thames (route and timetable here)
Boarding from Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, or Tower Pier
Live English commentary
Recorded commentary in 14 languages
Open-air deck & heated indoor saloon

Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass + Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

~~Original price£46.50~~

£41.32

11% off

Entry to four UNESCO attractions, along with a cruise
Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass
- Entry ticket to Cutty Sark
- Entry ticket to the Royal Observatory
- Entry to the National Maritime Museum
- Entry to The Queen's House
Multilingual downloadable audio tour (including British Sign Language)
One-way sightseeing cruise on the River Thames (route and timetable here)
Boarding from Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, or Tower Pier
Live English commentary
Recorded commentary in 14 languages
Open-air deck & heated indoor saloon

4.4/5(2,401)

Lois B

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

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!

Explore the best of London with this combo, combining a visit to the Royal Observatory Greenwich with a relaxing Thames sightseeing cruise.

See the historic Octagon Room, gaze through the Great Equatorial Telescope, and stand on the Prime Meridian Line.

Enjoy a Thames cruise with live or multilingual audio commentary, plus views of the Tower of London, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament.

Go beyond the Prime Meridian! Upgrade to the Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass to include entry to the Cutty Sark, the Queen's House and the National Maritime Museum.

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Entry to Royal Observatory Greenwich

Multilingual audio guide

Sightseeing Cruise on River Thame

Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames (route and timetable here)

One-way sightseeing ticket

Flexible boarding time

Flexibility to choose pier for boarding from Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, or Tower Pier

Live English commentary

Recorded commentary in 14 languages

Open-air deck & heated indoor saloon

Additional paid upgrades:

Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass

Entry to Cutty Sark

Entry to the National Maritime Museum

Entry to the Queen's House

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Lee M
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
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
3 weeks ago
The London Eye is wonderful; the view from up high is unbeatable, and crossing the Thames by boat is a really enjoyable experience!!!
Alistair G
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Great combination of river cruise and the London Eye. The guide on the cruise was very entertaining. The Headout contact and ticketing system was easy to use.
Maureen S
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
Well worth booking in advance, saved hours of queueing. One of those experiences that is unmatched. Wonderful views of the centre of London.
Naeemullah S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Best experience happy family 100% we are come back again

Tick off Royal Observatory marvels and Thames-side treasures with this combo ticket for a full day of sightseeing in London.

Getting started

Begin your adventure at either the Royal Observatory Greenwich or any of the four piers along the Thames cruise route. Download the free multilingual audio guide and explore at your own pace.

What to expect

Royal Observatory Greenwich

The Royal Observatory is the birthplace of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian, where centuries of astronomical discovery shaped the modern world.

Features:

Prime Meridian Line: Stand astride the world’s dividing point between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres for a special moment to remember.

Historical timepieces: Admire John Harrison’s groundbreaking marine chronometers that revolutionised navigation.

Great Equatorial Telescope: See the UK’s largest refracting telescope, housed in a grand 19th-century dome.

Thames River Cruise

Glide along London’s historic river on a relaxing cruise that offers unrivalled views of the capital’s most famous landmarks.

Features:

Flexible boarding: Board at any of the three piers at your convenience throughout the day.

Landmarks seen: Pass the Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, Shakespeare’s Globe, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and more.

Live & recorded commentary: Learn about the sights with live English narration and recorded commentary in 14 languages.

What to bring

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Make sure to bring your tickets, either printed or on your device, along with a valid photo ID for entry.

Thames River Cruise

Keep your cruise ticket ready, either printed or digital, and arrive at your selected pier a few minutes before departure.

What's not allowed

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Drones, bicycles, roller skates, balloons, and selfie sticks are prohibited.

Pets are not allowed inside the venue.

Thames River Cruise

Drones, bicycles, roller skates, balloons, and selfie sticks are not permitted on the cruise.

Accessibility

Royal Observatory Greenwich

The experience is partially accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

Wheelchair access is available at the Meridian Line, Meridian Building ground floor, Astronomer’s Garden, and Camera Obscura.

Older, Grade I listed buildings, including Flamsteed House and the Great Equatorial Telescope, are not accessible for wheelchairs.

Guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Thames River Cruise

The cruise is accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

Additional information

Thames River Cruise

The cruise typically takes 40 mins between piers, except for Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier, which takes 10 mins.

Facilities: restrooms and baby changing areas.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.