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.

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Audio guide

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4.4/5

(4,276)

Yasser

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

I took the City Cruises boat from Westminster to Greenwich and it was amazing! The views along the river were beautiful — London Eye, Tower Bridge, everything looks even better from the water. The staff were super friendly and the commentary was fun and interesting. It’s a really chill way to see the city, take photos, and just enjoy the ride. Arriving in Greenwich was lovely too — such a nice area to walk around and visit the Cutty Sark or grab something to eat by the river. Totally recommend it if you want to enjoy London in a different way!

Melodie

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

What a lovely experience! I boarded at 4pm with the last rays of sun struggling against a few big gloomy couds. Got one of the last seats on the upper deck and reached Greenwich pier at dusk. The entire way, our commentator made me laugh with his quips. I think I learned more about London in that hour than during my entire stay! Awesome points of interest, and compelling storytelling. Give this man a raise! I would recommend this experience to anyone. Highlight of my trip!

Marilyn

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Every tourist is advised to cruise round the Thames at least once while there's here and indeed it was a memorable experience. Staff were friendly and welcoming right the moment we boarded. The atmosphere on the boat felt calm and enjoyable as well. The commentary was very interesting and added great context to the major landmarks we were seeing. It was a blend between touring and relaxation. The cruise was lovely and absolutely worth it. Everyone should try it

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

Choose a flexible ride 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 (as per option selected)

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

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

TOTAL DURATION30 minutes
FREQUENCY20-40 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
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Borough Market
Southwark Cathedral
HMS Belfast
The Shard
Tower Bridge
Tower of London
Canary Wharf
Royal Observatory Greenwich

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
Emma
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We booked online on the day of travel, super easy to book. Tower Bridge to Westminster. The timetable was available online which was handy although the cruise we planned to get was cancelled, not an issue we sat at a nearby cafe and enjoyed the views. On board we sat at the top deck and one of the captains was an amazing sightseeing guide. We've been to London many times but learnt so much from this cruise! Absolutely fabulous and beats the tubes! Thank you.
Charlotte
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We were recommended to do a river cruise if we ever came to London and we are so glad we did it. The staff gave history about the monuments and it was entertaining. Only thing to note is when they get to Greenwich it is a 40 minute wait before they set off again and we had something booked so we couldnt do the trip back.
Quentin
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
La ballade était très intéressante, ça nous a permis de voir pleins de quartier et d'ambiance differentes qui nous ont été utile pour décider des prochaines visites que nous allions faire durant notre séjour. De plus le guide était vraiment sympathique et drôle ! On recommence.
Madison
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The guy that was giving the tour was funny, they had snacks and water, and there was a cover end section that was very spacious. I think that they should have better snacks maybe healthier organic alternatives and FREE water. Overall my family enjoyed it!
Alina
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Although the weather was quite misty, it added to a cool and very british atmotsphere. The staff was super friendly on the pier and on deck and we enjoyed it a lot ;-).

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].

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point (either of the 3 piers)

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

Boarding point

Board your cruise at Westminster Pier, Boarding point B

Address - Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, United Kingdom

Get directions to the Boarding point