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Combo (Save 15%): Thames Sightseeing Cruise + Tower of London Tickets

Cruise boat on the Thames River with Westminster Bridge and London skyline in the background.
Women enjoying Thames River cruise with London Eye in background.
Entrance gate and stone walls of the Tower of London, England.
Crown jewels display with a guard in the background at the Tower of London.

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9:00am - 5:30pm

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Tell your mates you’ve seen the Tower of London from the river AND explored every secret inside—from the Crown Jewels to ancient towers. This combo’s the real deal!

4.5/5(18,835)

Israel M

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
I loved absolutely everything! It was one of those experiences you keep in your heart forever. If I had to choose what I liked best, it was that dual perspective of London: first from above and then from the water, as if the city were telling me two different but equally fascinating stories. On the London Eye, the highlight was reaching the top just as the sun began to bathe everything in golden light. Seeing Parliament, Big Ben, and the river winding its way between bridges from inside that glass capsule was simply breathtaking. I stood in silence, pressed against the glass, feeling as though all of London lay at my feet. That calm in the air, that controlled sense of vertigo, that 360° panoramic view… it was pure magic. But the cruise down the Thames was the other side of the coin—and perhaps what moved me the most. Passing under Tower Bridge while feeling the murmur of the water, seeing the reflections of the lights dancing on the current, and hearing the sounds of the city from river level connected me to the true heartbeat of London. It was much more intimate, more alive. The guide told stories as the sunset took over the sky and the historic buildings paraded by on both sides as if in a dream.

Nanni L

Family
Verified booking
Today
The first thing that really impressed us was how quickly we were able to get in, despite the large crowd. The entire setting is very charming and well-maintained. The jewelry is wonderful. It takes at least two hours to explore the place at a leisurely pace. In the garden, we also saw crows and police officers. I recommend a visit to everyone. A wonderful experience.

Cheryl M

Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
The Beefeater that gave the tour of the London Tower was hilarious. It was a very informative afternoon and the ticket purchased through headout was a good price and the app easy to use. Thankfully, despite being 45 minutes late for my ticket time because of how long the Big Bus took in traffic, I was still able to enter the museum.

Cathy R

Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
This is a must see for London. It's my third visit and I learn something new every time. We always start by walking the battlements as most of the crowd heads straight for the Crown Jewels. A thousand years of history is awe-inspiring. Good to book ahead and avoid the lines!

Beatriz G

Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
I loved the place. It was actually better at first, because later on it got really crowded. But we had a great time. It's very close to the city, and then we took a little walk to St. Paul's Cathedral. Everything is really close by, and if you like walking, it's great.

Melissa D

Family
Verified booking
Last week
So easy to make the reservation and when we got there, there was so much to look at everyone. There was so nice and helpful and you could thoroughly see how much people were enjoying being there.. another favorite part was watching the ravens.
    • Two birds, one stone—cruise the Thames and then discover the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London! A super fun combo that’s kind to your wallet too!

    • Tower of London’s just a hop, skip, and a 0.1 km stroll from Tower Pier—so you can cruise the Thames first, or hit up the tower, totally up to you!

    • Roam the Tower for 3-4 hours, then relax on a 30-minute Thames cruise—get the best of London in half a day, with plenty of time left to hit up more cool spots!

    • History lovers, this one’s for you! Cruise past London’s gems, then explore the Tower of London’s royal past. A combo that’s as epic as it is educational!

  • London Sightseeing Cruise

    • Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. Find timetable here

    • Boarding from Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, or Tower Pier

    • Live English commentary

    • Audio guide in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and Spanish

    • Open-air deck & heated indoor saloon

    Tower of London

    • Entry to the Tower of London

    • Access to The Crown Jewels

    Entry to:

    • The White Tower

    • Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula

    • Battlements

    • Medieval Palace

    • Bloody Tower

    • Torture at the Tower exhibition

    • Fusiliers Museum

    • Royal Mint exhibition

    • Access to the children's activity trails and live historical re-enactments

  • London Sightseeing Cruise

    • Beverages (available for purchase from the bar onboard)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 18,835 reviews

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    Guests from United States, Germany, France and over 76 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Israel M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    I loved absolutely everything! It was one of those experiences you keep in your heart forever. If I had to choose what I liked best, it was that dual perspective of London: first from above and then from the water, as if the city were telling me two different but equally fascinating stories. On the London Eye, the highlight was reaching the top just as the sun began to bathe everything in golden light. Seeing Parliament, Big Ben, and the river winding its way between bridges from inside that glass capsule was simply breathtaking. I stood in silence, pressed against the glass, feeling as though all of London lay at my feet. That calm in the air, that controlled sense of vertigo, that 360° panoramic view… it was pure magic. But the cruise down the Thames was the other side of the coin—and perhaps what moved me the most. Passing under Tower Bridge while feeling the murmur of the water, seeing the reflections of the lights dancing on the current, and hearing the sounds of the city from river level connected me to the true heartbeat of London. It was much more intimate, more alive. The guide told stories as the sunset took over the sky and the historic buildings paraded by on both sides as if in a dream.

    Natalia F

    Family
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
    This experience was the highlight of our trip to London—being able to see all of London from above and then take a boat ride to London Bridge... the kids had a great time. Plus, since the kids were already tired from walking, it was a great way to sightsee with them without leaving them completely exhausted. The only downside is that they don’t explain clearly where the outbound trip is headed. You might take the boat from the London Eye and end up on the other side of London… and then have to figure out how to get back on your own. They let us reboard at London Bridge to head back to Westminster.

    Jayne E

    Family
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    What a wonderful attraction to visit! My mum recommended the Tower of London as she'd been many years ago but we hadnt so when we k ew we were doing a London holiday, we made sure to book! It was a smooth entry and once in, there is so much to explore and amazing history to learn about. We couldn't recommended attending there enough and would absolutely use headout again for booking

    Sophie S

    Family
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    We had a great time, the London on there wasn't a que even thought it was half term was expecting it to be busy, great experience , River cruise, was great only issue is we got left in a completely different area, and the only way we could get back was to pay again! Even though we had paid for the experience! Which paying for return should have been included in our ticket!

    Nanni L

    Family
    Verified booking
    Today
    The first thing that really impressed us was how quickly we were able to get in, despite the large crowd. The entire setting is very charming and well-maintained. The jewelry is wonderful. It takes at least two hours to explore the place at a leisurely pace. In the garden, we also saw crows and police officers. I recommend a visit to everyone. A wonderful experience.
  • Enjoy a cost-saving combo that offers the best of London's history and scenery with a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames and a visit to the iconic Tower of London.

    London Sightseeing Cruise

    Board the River Thames Sightseeing Cruise at your convenience from any of the four piers - Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, Greenwich Pier or Tower Pier. Take in stunning views of iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London and the Houses of Parliament from the open-air deck or the heated indoor saloon. Enhance your knowledge about the sights with a live English commentary or a multilingual audio guide.

    Tower of London

    Explore the Tower of London, a historic castle and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Step back in time as you tour the grounds independently and admire the wealth and splendor of the Crown Jewels. From the White Tower built by William the Conqueror to live historical re-enactments, the Tower offers a unique glimpse into British history.

  • What to bring

    London Sightseeing Cruise + Tower of London

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

    • Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

    What’s not allowed

    London Sightseeing Cruise + Tower of London

    • Keep in mind 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. Pack wisely!

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

    Tower of London

    • Keep in mind that tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

    • Smoking, eating, and drinking within all buildings are not allowed.

    Accessibility

    London Sightseeing Cruise + Tower of London

    • Your guide dogs are welcome to this experience.

    Thames River Cruise

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Ramps are available for easy onboarding on the cruise.

    • The cruise is equipped with restrooms and baby-changing facilities.

    Tower of London

    • Not all areas of this experience are accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.

    Additional information

    Thames River Cruise

    • Facilities: restroom.

    • The average cruising time for a Thames sightseeing cruise from one pier to the other is 40mins except from Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier which is 10mins.

    • Please note: some circular tours may require a boat change at Tower Pier.

    Tower of London

    • The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.

    • Facilities: restroom and free Wi-Fi.

    • 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 Points

    Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the pier staff and board the boat at any of the four piers at Greenwich, Tower, London Eye, and Westminster.

    Tower of London Tickets with Access to the Crown Jewels

    • Redeem your tickets at Tower of London.

    • Address: London EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom.

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

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