Sightseeing Cruises

Thames Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster to Tower Bridge

Tourists photographing Tower Bridge opening during a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames, London.

Sightseeing cruise passengers view the Tower of London from the Thames River.

London Eye on the Thames River with nearby historic buildings, UK.

River cruise boat on the Thames with London skyline, including the Gherkin, in the background.

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.

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.4/5(2,832)

Laurie K

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The cruise was relaxing and entertaining with opportunities to hop off and further explore sites on land. The commentator was knowledgable and funny and kept the passengers engaged. We ordered lunch from our seats and it was served promptly with friendly service. Be careful not to confuse the London Bridge with the London Tower Bridge!

Veronica B

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Awesome!! The weather was a big factor—it didn't rain, so we were able to enjoy the upper deck and the view. The crew's descriptions of the key sites helped us understand the history and appreciate the architecture and culture. We had a great time!

Debbie S

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

Absolutely loved this cruise. The views were amazing with options of sitting either inside or on the deck. The guide was excellent and provided informative information on all the sights by the river. Definitely worth the experience.

David W

Group

Verified booking

6 days ago

I am local but took two Italian students down to Greenwich, the commentary is so informative, the lad doing it has the 'Gift of the Gab', he is very good not forgetting the safety brief either.

Rahel V

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

The view was great, a fantastic way for a first look at London. The commentator dropped some interesting facts and did a good job. The only problem was that he was a bit hard to hear/understand.

Shanmugavelan V

Family

Verified booking

May 2026

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.

From open deck views to a heated indoor salon, this Thames River cruise balances comfort and scenery on the route from Westminster to Tower Bridge.

The route passes iconic sights including the London Eye, National Theatre, HMS Belfast, and the historic Tower of London.

With live English commentary or multilingual audio guide, each landmark comes with a background that makes the river views more meaningful.

If you opt for flexible rides, you can choose flexible boarding from Westminster, London Eye, Tower, or Greenwich piers, or select a timed one way trip or return travel.

Perfect when time is limited, the cruise offers crowd free river sightseeing with a quick 30-min one way or relaxed 60-mins return trip.

Best for: First-time visitors and tourists with packed schedules

See London’s icons in a single ride

Departs from Westminster and ends at Tower Bridge

Live commentary by the skipper

Open-air deck and heated indoors

Bar on-board (purchases to be made separately)

Additional paid upgrades

One-way or round-trip cruise

Flexibility to choose your boarding pier: Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, Tower Pier, or Greenwich Pier (only available for flexible rides)

Recorded commentary in 14 languages

Duration: 30 mins to 1 hour

Drinks and snacks from the bar on-board (available at an additional price)

TOTAL DURATION30 minutes - 60 minutes
FREQUENCY40 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
1 Boarding point
Westminster Pier
Sights covered
London Eye
Tate Modern
St. Paul's Cathedral
HMS Belfast
Tower of London

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
Laurie K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The cruise was relaxing and entertaining with opportunities to hop off and further explore sites on land. The commentator was knowledgable and funny and kept the passengers engaged. We ordered lunch from our seats and it was served promptly with friendly service. Be careful not to confuse the London Bridge with the London Tower Bridge!
Veronica B
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Awesome!! The weather was a big factor—it didn't rain, so we were able to enjoy the upper deck and the view. The crew's descriptions of the key sites helped us understand the history and appreciate the architecture and culture. We had a great time!
Debbie S
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
Absolutely loved this cruise. The views were amazing with options of sitting either inside or on the deck. The guide was excellent and provided informative information on all the sights by the river. Definitely worth the experience.
Rahel V
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
The view was great, a fantastic way for a first look at London. The commentator dropped some interesting facts and did a good job. The only problem was that he was a bit hard to hear/understand.
David W
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
I am local but took two Italian students down to Greenwich, the commentary is so informative, the lad doing it has the 'Gift of the Gab', he is very good not forgetting the safety brief either.

What to bring

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

Accessibility

This experience is mostly accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

Your dogs (with leash on) and guide dogs are welcome on the boat.

Additional information

Facilities: Washrooms

A boat change at Butler’s Wharf is required for the round-trip cruise, with a 20-min wait.

The cruise is available daily.

Time slots are available every 30 minutes from 10am to 5pm.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit 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