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Combo (Save 12%): Royal Observatory Greenwich Tickets + Flexible Sightseeing Cruise on River Thames

Royal Observatory Greenwich entrance with view of London skyline and historic buildings.

Prime Meridian line at Royal Observatory Greenwich with autumn leaves and city coordinates.

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

Three people seated inside a Thames River cruise boat, viewing modern London buildings.

Open today

10:00am - 05:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Explore the wonders of the universe at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, then enjoy a scenic cruise along the iconic River Thames, with this economical combo!

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Royal Observatory Greenwich Tickets + Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

£40.50

£35.62

12% off

Direct entry into the Royal Observatory

Entry to Royal Observatory Greenwich
Multilingual audio guide

Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass + Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

£58.35

£52.58

10% off

Entry to four attractions along with a cruise

Entry to Cutty Sark
Entry to the National Maritime Museum
Entry to the Queen's House
Entry to Royal Observatory Greenwich
Multilingual audio guide

4.3/5

(2,044)

Van

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

I'd recommend the London Eye, a great view of London and Big Ben in particular. No waiting, no need to buy a faster ticket. We arrived early and had no trouble getting on without having to wait for our timetable. As for the cruise, I'm a little disappointed. We got on at the London Eye, and the boat was already full. We sat where there was room, so we were separated. No commentary in French with audioguide as advertised. The QR code in the boat is only for ordering food and drinks. On the other hand, the view of Tower Bridge from the Thames is very beautiful. Worth it for that alone.

Marissa

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

I highly recommend taking the fast line because it makes a considerable difference in time saved, I took it and in less than 10 minutes I was already inside, I also recommend going at 11am which is when the attraction starts operations. They have order in the lines, it is organized and certainly buy your photo packages adding the digital version, they give you many versions of backgrounds and videos, excellent experience.

Hayley

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

The London eye was a great experience. We missed the river tour but as it's a flexi ticket you can pick it up at a different time. The river boat cruise is only one way, we were not aware of this and only saw one bridge, again not aware that the penultimate cruise decides to terminate at London Bridge. So this was a bit disappointing. Join the cruise at Westminster or Greenwich bridge for full experience.

Explore the best of London with this combo, combining a visit to the Royal Observatory Greenwich with a relaxing Thames sightseeing cruise.

See the historic Octagon Room and admire John Harrison’s revolutionary clocks at the Royal Observatory for a dose of astronomy.

Gaze through the Great Equatorial Telescope, and stand on the Prime Meridian Line as you uncover the secrets of the universe.

Then, enjoy a peaceful Thames sightseeing cruise with views of landmarks like the Tower of London, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament.

Relax on the open-air deck or in the heated indoor saloon, as live commentary or a multilingual audio guide shares stories about London’s landmarks.

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Entry to Royal Observatory Greenwich

Multilingual audio guide

Sightseeing Cruise on River Thame

Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames (route and timetable here)

One-way sightseeing ticket

Flexible boarding time

Flexibility to choose pier for boarding from Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, or Tower Pier

Live English commentary

Recorded commentary in 14 languages

Open-air deck & heated indoor saloon

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Marissa
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I highly recommend taking the fast line because it makes a considerable difference in time saved, I took it and in less than 10 minutes I was already inside, I also recommend going at 11am which is when the attraction starts operations. They have order in the lines, it is organized and certainly buy your photo packages adding the digital version, they give you many versions of backgrounds and videos, excellent experience.
Van
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
I'd recommend the London Eye, a great view of London and Big Ben in particular. No waiting, no need to buy a faster ticket. We arrived early and had no trouble getting on without having to wait for our timetable. As for the cruise, I'm a little disappointed. We got on at the London Eye, and the boat was already full. We sat where there was room, so we were separated. No commentary in French with audioguide as advertised. The QR code in the boat is only for ordering food and drinks. On the other hand, the view of Tower Bridge from the Thames is very beautiful. Worth it for that alone.
Dupont
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Excellent combination of cruise and London Eye. The morning cruise is great, less crowded and very pleasant. We set off from Westminster Pier and got off at Tower Bridge, with a magnificent view of the buildings and clear explanations (in English...). London eye at night is magical! It's splendid to see the city lit up, magnificent!
David
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
A bit confusing at times, but everything went smoothly. Strange cruise which was only one way, no return but easy enough to get the tube back. The crew were good at doing a commentary and we learnt a lot. London eye was great, felt very safe. I would definitely recommend getting the fast track.
Louise
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
From booking, to receiving tickets, easily accessible via the app to giving us the best day out in London. The city cruise was great too, especially giving us the flexibility we needed. The staff were great on board, friendly, funny and informative. Loved The Tower of London too Great day!!

Tick off Royal Observatory marvels and Thames-side treasures with this combo ticket for a full day of sightseeing in London.

Getting started

Begin your adventure at either the Royal Observatory Greenwich or any of the four piers along the Thames cruise route. Download the free multilingual audio guide and explore at your own pace.

What to expect

Royal Observatory Greenwich

The Royal Observatory is the birthplace of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian, where centuries of astronomical discovery shaped the modern world.

Features

Prime Meridian Line: Stand astride the world’s dividing point between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres for a special moment to remember.

Historical Timepieces: Admire John Harrison’s groundbreaking marine chronometers that revolutionized navigation.

Great Equatorial Telescope: See the UK’s largest refracting telescope, housed in a grand 19th-century dome.

What to expect

Sightseeing Cruise on the River Thames

Glide along London’s historic river on a relaxing cruise that offers unrivaled views of the capital’s most famous landmarks.

Features

Boarding Point: Board at any of the three piers at your convenience throughout the day.

Landmarks Seen: Pass the Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, Shakespeare’s Globe, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and more.

Live & Recorded Commentary: Learn about the sights with live English narration and recorded commentary in 14 languages.

Royal Observatory

Monday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm
Thursday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm
Friday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm
Saturday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm
Sunday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:15pm

What to bring

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Make sure to bring your tickets, either printed or on your device, along with a valid photo ID for entry.

Sightseeing Cruise on the River Thames

Keep your cruise ticket ready, either printed or digital, and arrive at your selected pier a few minutes before departure.

What's not allowed

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Drones, bicycles, roller skates, balloons, and selfie sticks are prohibited.

Pets are not allowed inside the venue.

Sightseeing Cruise on the River Thames

Drones, bicycles, roller skates, balloons, and selfie sticks are not permitted on the cruise.

Accessibility

Royal Observatory Greenwich

The experience is partially accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

Wheelchair access is available at The Meridian Line, Meridian Building ground floor, Astronomer’s Garden, and Camera Obscura.

Older, Grade I listed buildings including Flamsteed House and the Great Equatorial Telescope are not accessible for wheelchairs.

Guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Sightseeing Cruise on the River Thames

The cruise is accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

Additional information

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Look out for the green laser marking the Prime Meridian Line projected onto the London skyline from Greenwich Park.

Sightseeing Cruise on the River Thames

The cruise typically takes 40 minutes between piers, except from Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier which takes 10 minutes.

Onboard facilities include restrooms and baby changing areas.

If boarding at Westminster Pier, take note of nearby landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.