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.

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4.3/5

(2,573)

Mel

Jan 2026

Verified booking

5/5

I recently had the pleasure of taking a cruise on the River Thames, and it was an unforgettable experience. The guide was incredibly fun and knowledgeable, making the journey both entertaining and informative. We passed by some of London’s most iconic landmarks, and the guide’s engaging stories brought them to life. The boat was comfortable, and the views from the deck were breathtaking. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, this cruise offers a unique perspective of the city that you won’t want to miss. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore London from a different angle!

Xiang

Jan 2026

Verified booking

4/5

My feet were killing me from touring all day so we booked this cruise last minute just to rest. Best decision ever. Going from Westminster down to Tower Bridge as the sun set was absolutely gorgeous. The city looks totally different from the water. Our time on the cruise was really something else and definitely reccomend other considering this experience to book ASAP. Getting that close to Tower Bridge was amazing, you really feel how massive it is. It was so relaxing and a great way to end our day.

Michele

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The tour was truly amazing. The River Thames cruise offers a unique perspective of London, with breathtaking views of the main sights all the way to Greenwich. The organization was excellent, the boat was comfortable and the staff very attentive. It was a peaceful, informative and at the same time enchanting experience, which made the day even more special. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get to know the city in a different and memorable way.

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
Mel
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
I recently had the pleasure of taking a cruise on the River Thames, and it was an unforgettable experience. The guide was incredibly fun and knowledgeable, making the journey both entertaining and informative. We passed by some of London’s most iconic landmarks, and the guide’s engaging stories brought them to life. The boat was comfortable, and the views from the deck were breathtaking. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, this cruise offers a unique perspective of the city that you won’t want to miss. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore London from a different angle!
Ruchira
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
Wonderful experience. Cruise was on time & loved the host who provided a lot of information about the sight seeing. Also the cruise had a cafe which served few drinks & snacks. I loved how the host/caption of cruise would keep everyone updated with the upcoming stops. Must a visit!
Azri
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
Booked a flexi ticket, arrived at Westminster just as the sun was setting, turned out to be a fortunate decision. Even though it was rather cold, the sights of the cruise was amazing. I've done a day cruise before but a night cruise was totally different. Highly recommended.
Xiang
Jan 2026
Verified booking
4/5
My feet were killing me from touring all day so we booked this cruise last minute just to rest. Best decision ever. Going from Westminster down to Tower Bridge as the sun set was absolutely gorgeous. The city looks totally different from the water. Our time on the cruise was really something else and definitely reccomend other considering this experience to book ASAP. Getting that close to Tower Bridge was amazing, you really feel how massive it is. It was so relaxing and a great way to end our day.
Eric
Jan 2026
Verified booking
3/5
We ended up not using/wasting our tickets. "All Day" started at 10am and we were looking to take it at 9am to make a 10am tour at the Tower of London. Not sure if I missed that time frame when booking or if wasnt clearly stated, but maybe put that in bold or with a confirmation pop-up prior to booking.

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