Lunch Cruises

Thames River Lunch Cruise with 2-Course Meal, Coffee & Tea

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

Sightseeing cruise on River Thames passing under Millennium Bridge, London.

Tower Bridge viewed from a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames.

Lunch on Thames River Cruise with city view in background.

Duration

1 hr 45 min

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Lunch? Check. London’s best sights? Double-check. Sail down the Thames, chow down on a delicious two-course meal, and live your best cruise life!

4.5/5

(1,145)

Karan

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Truly Unforgettable Experience! We had the absolute pleasure of enjoying the River Cruise with a delicious two-course meal yesterday, and I must say—it was nothing short of amazing! The food was perfectly cooked, the service was so professional yet friendly, and the views of London from the river were simply breathtaking. What made it even more special was having family visiting from Mauritius—they were completely blown away by the entire experience. It gave us all a sense of peace, joy, and gratitude. Sharing such a beautiful moment together on the water reminded us how blessed we are. Thank you to the team for creating such a memorable day. A powerful reminder that life is about moments like these. Highly recommended!

Federica

Jul 2025

Verified booking

4/5

The experience is nice; I like looking at cities from the water. In the case of London, the pretty part is very short: much of the sailing is done looking at shores devoid of distinctive or significant buildings. I would have preferred to be able to have dinner, but I traveled with my 8-year-old daughter, who was not allowed. I think the discriminator should be education, not age, but that is a common attitude in London. The courses are plentiful, there are two menus (meat or vegetarian) to choose from. Drinks are charged separately, even water (about £4 a bottle). The staff on board is very friendly. There is a commentary on board in English when you pass by significant places, telling interesting facts or curious episodes in an amusing way.

Michael

Apr 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Everything was great. Trip and sights were fun. Food was excellent. Service was great. The weather was great too, which made everything else look lovely. An excellent experience. I reckon that the food alone would cost the ticket price in a London eatery. I would recommend it to anybody

Lunch on the Thames? Heck yes! Feast on a 2-course meal, sip tea or coffee and catch jaw-dropping views of London’s best landmarks on the Millennium Diamond.

Treat yourself to a tasty lunch at 11:45am, with roast chicken, baked mushrooms, tea, and coffee. A perfect way for early risers to kick off their day!

Your Thames lunch isn’t just tasty—it’s a storytime feast! Live or recorded commentary pairs perfectly with your truffle cake and landmark views.

Catch the sun’s glow over landmarks like Tower Bridge and the Shard—perfect for your photos while indulging in a delicious lunch on the Thames.

1 hour 45 mins River Thames cruise

2-course meal with tea and coffee (see the menu [here])

Live or recorded commentary

See London’s icon – Big Ben, London Eye, St. Paul’s, Tower of London & more

Transportation to the pier

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 45 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
FIRST DEPARTURETower of London
LAST DEPARTURETower of London
1 Boarding point
Tower Pier
Get direction
Sights covered
Tower of London
Houses of Parliament
London Eye
Big Ben
The Shard
Canary Wharf
Tower Bridge
HMS Belfast

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.5
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What our guests say
Karan
Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Truly Unforgettable Experience! We had the absolute pleasure of enjoying the River Cruise with a delicious two-course meal yesterday, and I must say—it was nothing short of amazing! The food was perfectly cooked, the service was so professional yet friendly, and the views of London from the river were simply breathtaking. What made it even more special was having family visiting from Mauritius—they were completely blown away by the entire experience. It gave us all a sense of peace, joy, and gratitude. Sharing such a beautiful moment together on the water reminded us how blessed we are. Thank you to the team for creating such a memorable day. A powerful reminder that life is about moments like these. Highly recommended!
B
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Enjoyed every moment of the trip with very welcoming staff
Deborah
Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The whole experience from start to finish.
Sheona
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Fantastic cruise and food was excellent. We were very impressed with the quality & service for the cost of this. Only disappointment was no tea or coffee was offered as stated but I would still give this a 5 star review!!
Nadiia
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Everything. The story about famous places with a lot of humour, the team work, the lunch, the waiters. My son has a birthday today and the waiter Boris even sang a song for him in Ukrainian. You are amazing!

What to bring

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

What’s not allowed

Food & beverages, alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, drones, large bags, suitcases, scooters, bicycles, fireworks and other explosive items are not allowed on this experience.

Wearing flip-flops and leisure wear is prohibited at the venue.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Ramps are available for easy onboarding on the bus and the cruise.

Your guide dogs are welcome on the transport.

Additional information

Dress code: Casual attire

Facilities: restroom and audio & live commentary

The vegetarian menu must be pre-ordered before the day of sailing. Please get in touch with City Cruises on 0207 7400 400 to pre-book your meal.

Gluten-free meals are available with 24-hour advance notice. Please get in touch with City Cruises on 0207 7400 400 to pre-book your meal.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID while boarding.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Boarding Point

Board your cruise at The Tower Pier (EC3N 4DT).

Address: Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT, UK

Get directions to the boarding point