Sightseeing Cruises

Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on River Thames

Name: Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on River Thames
Start: 2026-03-03T10:00:00
End: 2026-03-03T16:30:00
Location: London

Cruise boat on the Thames River with Westminster Bridge and London skyline in the background.

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Women enjoying Thames River cruise with London Eye in background.

Three people seated inside a Thames River cruise boat, viewing modern London buildings.

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

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4.1/5

(804)

Raylene

Feb 2026

Verified booking

The London eye had amazing sights and not a long wait. If you have time to do this experience it's a must see on your list for London. As for the Thames cruise we ran out of time and couldn't use it so only get it if you know you will have time to use the combo pass to both attractions I tried to get a different time but policy is strict. The customer service was nice nonetheless when I asked them.

Anoop

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Booking the London Eye and Thames River Cruise was a fantastic experience. The process was smooth and well organized, saving time and avoiding long queues. The London Eye offered breathtaking panoramic views of the city, while the Thames cruise was relaxing and informative, with great commentary and iconic landmarks along the route.

Edith

Jan 2026

Verified booking

The River Cruise was interesting and we learnt a lot about this Amazing city. The London Eye Is a beautiful and pleasant experience. We used out tickets without any problem, there was a short waiting time dir the London Eye. We would recommend thus Comboticket top anyone

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
Raylene
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The London eye had amazing sights and not a long wait. If you have time to do this experience it's a must see on your list for London. As for the Thames cruise we ran out of time and couldn't use it so only get it if you know you will have time to use the combo pass to both attractions I tried to get a different time but policy is strict. The customer service was nice nonetheless when I asked them.
Mireya
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The problem was the cruise on the Thames—nowhere did it say that it would drop us off in another part of the city—it left us at London Bridge and there we had to figure out how to get back to Big Ben where we had boarded, and then go up the London Eye. If it was a combo, why didn't it specify this?!
Foued
Feb 2026
Verified booking
River cruise was nice and warm inside with cafe bar and snack to purchase on board . Try the London eye at night it was magical seeing London at night with all the lights . Booked it all last minute 15 minutes before boat departed 👍
Sean
Feb 2026
Verified booking
I love that the times are flexible! The River Thames Cruise had an "unofficial tour guide" who was so funny and entertaining. It was a great way to see the city
Anthony
Feb 2026
Verified booking
I don't like hights but this was fantastic the Vues are incredible i would recommend this to everyone breth taking. The staff are so friendly

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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