Sightseeing Cruises

Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on River Thames

Name: Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on River Thames
Start: 2026-08-01T10:00:00
End: 2026-08-01T16:30:00
Location: London

4.5/5(982)

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!

Cruise through the heart of London along the River Thames, taking in breathtaking views of the city's most iconic landmarks.

Listen to live English commentary or choose from a multilingual audio guide, with the freedom to board at any of the four main piers.

History lovers will enjoy views of the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Shakespeare’s Globe, all icons of the city’s storied past.

Enhance the sightseeing with your preferred drink selection, choosing from beer, wine, Prosecco, or a classic single spirit and mixer.

Fun fact: The River Thames flows through London for 215 miles, making it the longest river entirely in England!

Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames

One-way sightseeing flexible ticket

Flexible boarding time

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

Live English commentary

Recorded commentary in 14 languages

Open-air deck & heated indoor saloon

Drinks including beer, house wine (175 ml), Prosecco (one glass) or a single spirit and mixer (as per option selected).

Fully stocked bar (at additional cost)

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
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!!!

Cruising along the River Thames

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the River Thames, departing from one of four iconic piers: Westminster, London Eye, Tower, or Greenwich. With boats setting off every 20 to 40 minutes, you can begin your adventure at your convenience. As you cruise, take in the breathtaking views of London's most famous landmarks, including the Tower of London, the majestic Houses of Parliament, and the vibrant South Bank. Marvel at the historic beauty of Greenwich, home to the Prime Meridian. Whether you bask in the sunshine on the open-air deck or stay cozy inside the heated indoor saloon, you can sip a drink from the fully stocked bar (at your expense) as you soak in the sights.

A flexible sightseeing experience for everyone

With a flexible one-way sightseeing ticket, you have the freedom to board at any of the three piers and enjoy the river’s iconic views in one smooth journey. Live English commentary or recorded commentary in 14 languages provides fascinating insights into the landmarks you pass. Whether you're sailing beneath historic bridges or admiring London’s modern skyline, this cruise offers a unique perspective of the city. Plus, with wheelchair accessibility onboard, everyone can enjoy this scenic and informative cruise along one of the world’s most famous rivers. Add more enjoyment by upgrading to include drinks such as beer, wine, Prosecco, or a single spirit with mixer.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

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.

Please note: some circular tours may require a boat change at Tower Pier.

With the 24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket, you're in complete control. Start your boating adventure anytime and enjoy unlimited rides until the boats stop operating for the evening. The next day, you can continue using your ticket until its validity expires.

Facilities: restrooms and baby changing facilities.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the pier staff and board the boat at any of the boarding points.

Boarding points

With your flexible cruise ticket, you can board from any of the following four piers at the selected timeslot

Westminster Millennium Pier

Board your cruise at Westminster Millennium Pier.

Address: Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, United Kingdom.

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London Eye Pier

Board your cruise at London Eye Waterloo Pier.

Address: London 1SW1A 1AE, United Kingdom.

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Tower Pier

Board your cruise at Tower Millennium Pier.

Address: Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT, UK.

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Greenwich Pier

Board your cruise at City Cruises London Greenwich Pier.

Address: King William Walk, London SE10 9HT, United Kingdom.

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