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.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

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

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.5/5(4,652)

Suzanne A

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Fabulous trip from Westminster to Greenwich yesterday, 21st April. The boat was sleek, spacious and comfortable as we slid along rhe Thames. The Chap giving the talk was knowledgeable, informative, friendly and funny, with just the right amount of chat that made the journey a pleasure rather than a school history lesson! What a delight to hear Big Ben chime as we left and then for Tower Bridge to be raised on a test run! The whole trip was a pleasure and I would happily do that againl. Can't recommend them enough. As a Londoner showing an friend from abroad around, I was enthralled by the whole trip. Too many great shots to choose from!

Kazim M

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Had a great experience on the Thames cruise! It’s a fantastic way to see London’s iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge, London Eye, and Houses of Parliament from a completely different perspective. The ride was smooth and relaxing, and the commentary was interesting and easy to follow. Sitting on the top deck made it even better, especially for photos. It can get a bit busy, but overall it’s definitely worth it. Highly recommend for both tourists and locals

Irina G

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

It was the perfect cruise, with the most interesting story-tell from the Capitan! He was so easy going and made everything even more interesting for the public. It was not only a way to get to know the history of London better, but to also hear it through the prespective of a local citizen who definetly knows how to make you laugh and have the time of your life.

Sergio S

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Punctuality was outstanding, a nice girl welcomed the traveller in a physical and historical travel. All the bridges we travelled were commented with a correct amount of details trying to keep the attention alive, the time spent on the boat was enough to enjoy the travel , I and my wife spent a relaxing time and will be more than happy to be with you again

Louisa C

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

This cruise was excellent! Great value for money and what made it special was the commentary provided by the crew! Very entertaining, full of humour. He spoke clearly and slowly which really helped my Mum (86) who is quite deaf! This made all the difference. Availability of food on board was a little disappointing but this didn't matter too much.

Jeanne N

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We have enjoyed our cruise from Westminster pier to Greenwich. We saw various london's landmarks. The trip was smooth, interesting and informative through the live tour guide who was very knowledgeable. We took lots pictures from the top deck as this has the best view. Highly recommend this experience.

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

If you choose a flexible ride, then you can hop 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 (only available for the flexible tickets)

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

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

TOTAL DURATION30 minutes - 60 minutes
FREQUENCY40 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
HMS Belfast
Tower of London
Tower Bridge
Canary Wharf

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
Shanmugavelan V
Family
Verified booking
2 days ago
We had a wonderful experience today taking an Uber Boat from Westminster to Tower Pier as part of my son’s first birthday celebration. It turned out to be one of the highlights of our day in London. The journey offered beautiful sightseeing views along the Thames, which made the trip both relaxing and memorable. Traveling by boat was smooth, convenient, and a refreshing change from typical city transport. It also worked perfectly as a comfortable commute back to our hotel. The staff were helpful, and everything felt well-organized. Overall, it was a great experience that added something special to our celebration, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting London.
Mr Ondrej N
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Quick boarding, very welcoming staff, clean boat. We really enjoyed the option of having refreshments ordered via QR code and delivered to the seat. The onboard commentary was informative amd funny as well. Great value for money!
María M
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
We weren't able to get on the boat during our scheduled time slot; the guide told us another one would leave in 20 minutes, but it took more than 45 minutes before the next boat left.
Michele C
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Relaxing trip on Thames river with an entertaining commentary from the Captain! Of course, fresh beer is available on board!
Elizabeth W
Group
Verified booking
Yesterday
Fab relaxed cruise catching all the sights while listening to an interesting and witty commentary.

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].

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