Sightseeing Cruises

Thames Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster to Greenwich

Passengers on a London sightseeing cruise view Canary Wharf skyline.

Westminster sightseeing cruise with view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament in London.

Thames River ferry passing Greenwich riverfront buildings in London.

The Shard and London Bridge Hospital viewed from the Thames on a sightseeing cruise.

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Enjoy a scenic journey through London, from Westminster to Greenwich on the longest cruise route on the River Thames. See famed monuments like Tower Bridge and Big Ben.

4.4/5

(4,123)

Linda

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Very enjoyable river cruise along the Thames in London. Staff on the boat were very hospitable. There were snacks & drinks available on board. On the upper deck you could scan on your smartphone to order refreshments which were brought to passengers by the boat crew. Although a commentary was provided on an app, a member of the crew provided an excellent & informative commentary on notable sites along the river. I would highly recommend the Thames river cruise.

Cache

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

This was a very enjoyable experience. It was my first time on the Thames even tho I was born and raised in London. I took my six year old son and he enjoyed every single moment of the cruise we went down to Greenwich from westminister I'd highly recommend this too parents as a nice afternoon out without the hassle of spending a vast amount of money to make memories and smiles with your children. Most definitely will be booking another cruise with my son 100%

Olaf

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The trip was entertaining and fun. The information was exciting and valuable. We enjoyed the ride all the way to Greenwich! // A small downer: unfortunately, the boat we had queued for was taken out of service at short notice, so there was a considerable wait. Perhaps the organizer could have reacted differently, e.g. handed out free water or a sweet...

Trade the busy London streets for a serene fixed route cruise along the River Thames, from Westminster to Greenwich.

Choose between a flexible, 1-hour one-way, or a 2-hour round-trip cruise and enjoy the city's iconic landmarks from a unique vantage point.

Sail on the most extensive route that covers the most sights, including Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Tower of London, and Canary Wharf.

Perfect for history & culture lovers, your cruise ends in Greenwich, home to the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, and the National Maritime Museum.

Get the inside scoop on London's landmarks through your knowledgeable local skipper or a multilingual audioguide and discover a whole new side to London.

Longest River Thames sightseeing cruise - London’s icons, Canary Wharf, and scenic skyline views of the city

Departs from Westminster and ends at Greenwich

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)

Live English commentary

Recorded commentary in 14 languages (as per option selected)

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

Best for: History and culture lovers, families with kids

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

TOTAL DURATION30 minutes
FREQUENCY20-40 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
FIRST DEPARTUREHouses of Parliament
LAST DEPARTUREHouses of Parliament
1 Boarding point
Westminster Pier
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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
Daniel
Sep 2025
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5/5
I had a very nice experience on the Thames Sightseeing Cruise. The boat was not very crowded and the weather was mostly sunny. I really liked the captain. Even though they don’t employ an actual guide, it felt like they did. The captain entertained us and shared interesting facts about key locations along the route. I would definitely recommend this experience.
Lynne
Sep 2025
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5/5
This is a lovely thing to do whilst in London. You get to see some famous sights and landmarks from a different perspective. This particular cruise was made more special by the live commentary the crew provided, it was energetic, informative and humorous.
Armin
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great sightseeing tour on the thames with a great tour guide who told you all kinds of things. He started with buildings and pubs that are located near the thames and followed up with history about the thames itself. Definitely a must do if you are in london. Cheers!
Precious
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The Thames River Cruise was such an exciting and memorable experience! The views were absolutely beautiful, The atmosphere was relaxing yet lively, making it a perfect way to enjoy the sights. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting London
Natalie
Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
River cruise was fantastic - got to see Big Ben, London Eye and Tower Bridge. Staff were really friendly and the commentary on the boat was hilarious. My daughter and I had a lot of fun. Easy to book, reasonable prices too.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Please note that the exact cruise times might vary, 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