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Combo (Save 5%): Up at The O2 Climb Tickets + Flexible Thames River Sightseeing Cruise

O2 Arena in London with surrounding buildings and cranes reflected in the Thames River.
Guests climbing the O2 Arena roof at twilight in London.
River cruise boat on the Thames with London skyline, including the Gherkin, in the background.
Sightseeing cruise on the Thames River with view of Tower Bridge, London.

Duration

1 hr - 1 hr 30 mins

Open today

10:00am - 10:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience

Guided tour

4.5/5(5,235)

Kathleen C

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Absolutely fabulous time up on the 02 really lovely people and your assistant who took us up was such a helpful gentleman it was my 80th birthday present such a fantastic experience thank you all Love kathy

Gary E

Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
It was brilliant. The guide, Josh, was very informative and very friendly. He made the whole thing great. My wife and I enjoyed the climb and the weather was kind to us also! We both enjoyed it so much.

Jenny M

Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
A great experience - from being welcomed by name to being attentive to every need possible, the team were friendly, helpful, supportive and fun! Thoroughly recommend this experience.

Jean M

Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Our guide, THEO, was absolutely brilliant. He helped me throughout as I was nervous and slow but he had patience with me. I am so grateful to him for his professionalsm and kindness. He made the climb a great experience. The lady on reception was very friendly and helpful and made checking in an efficient process.

Sarah H

Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
This cruise was the highlight of our trip. The gentleman who did the commentary was absolutely brilliant. So informative and had us all laughing. We were a party of 6 ranging from 11 to 71. To have us all laughing is pretty good going! Would highly recommend

Graham B

Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
The Thames river cruise goes past many well known and historic London sights, the boat travels slowly to allow passengers to take photos. Paul was a very interesting and entertaining guide, we enjoyed the trip very much.
    • Combine a flexible Thames River Cruise with an Up at The O2 Daytime Climb with just one budget-friendly ticket.

    • Safely secured, scale 52m to the top of The O2 for views as far as 15 miles on a clear day and spot the Greenwich Royal Observatory and Canary Wharf.

    • Your safety is a priority on the Up at The O2 climb, ensured by expert guides who will accompany you for a secure and enjoyable ascent.

    • Enjoy the flexibility of cruising between Westminster, the London Eye, Greenwich, or Tower Pier at any given time on the day of your choosing.

    • Perfect for those short on time, see London’s riverside attractions, including Big Ben, and learn about them on this live and audio-guided cruise.

    • Note: From November 21, 2025, to January 4, 2026, all climbs will include access to the festive Snow Globe Experience on the roof of The O2.

  • Up at The O2

    • 90-min Daytime Climb over The O2, with a stop at the summit

    • Safety briefing and a local guide

    • All necessary safety equipment

    Thames River Cruise

    • Flexible one-way sightseeing cruise on the River Thames

    • Boarding from Westminster, Waterloo, Greenwich, or Tower Pier

    • Flexible boarding on the selected date

    • Live English commentary or recorded commentary in 14 languages

  • Thames River Cruise

    • Access to the onboard bar (available at an additional cost)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 5,235 reviews

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    Guests from United States, France, Germany and over 30 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Kathleen C

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    Absolutely fabulous time up on the 02 really lovely people and your assistant who took us up was such a helpful gentleman it was my 80th birthday present such a fantastic experience thank you all Love kathy

    Gary E

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    It was brilliant. The guide, Josh, was very informative and very friendly. He made the whole thing great. My wife and I enjoyed the climb and the weather was kind to us also! We both enjoyed it so much.

    Jenny M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 days ago
    A great experience - from being welcomed by name to being attentive to every need possible, the team were friendly, helpful, supportive and fun! Thoroughly recommend this experience.

    Julia A

    Group
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The despcription of all the sights was crucial as I was a visitor. I loved seeing the site where the Mayflower ship tokk off from.

    Sally R

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    Brilliant time climbing up the 02 staff were great and I would definitely do it again
  • Climb to the top of The O2 on a 90-min guided Daytime Climb, then go on a flexible one-way cruise to central London where you can explore the city at your own pace.

    Getting there

    Arrive at the main entrance, where staff will check your ticket and provide a safety briefing. You’ll be fitted with a climbing suit and harness before meeting your climb guide, who will outline the route and answer questions.

    What to expect

    Up at The O2

    Go on a 90-min guided Daytime Climb to the O2 roof and see Canary Wharf, Greenwich, and more with an experienced guide.

    Features:

    • 360° views: Enjoy views up to 15 miles on clear days of landmarks like Greenwich, Canary Wharf, and the Olympic Park.

    • Expert guide: Learn about The O2 and nearby landmarks from your knowledgeable guide, who will accompany your group all the way to the top.

    • Safety gear: Secure yourself with a climbing suit, harness, and safety equipment, as well as a safety briefing, ensuring you have the safest experience.

    Thames River Cruise

    Enjoy a Thames River Cruise with flexible boarding from one of the four piers and explore London’s sights from the water.

    Features:

    • Riverside views: Admire the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and more from the comfort of your cruise.

    • Flexible boarding: Board from Greenwich, Tower, London Eye, or Tower piers according to your convenience.

    • Board anytime: Enjoy flexible boarding on the date of your choosing and board your cruise whenever you want.

    • Expert commentary: Learn about London’s history and its famous sights from your live English-speaking guide or multilingual commentary.

  • What to bring

    Up at The O2

    • Trousers are the best choice for this experience, allowing for a proper fit of the safety harness.

    What’s not allowed

    Up at The O2

    • Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 8 years, under the height of 1.2m (3.94ft), and over the weight of 130kg (286.60lb), with a maximum waist measurement of 125cm, and a maximum upper thigh measurement of 75cm.

    • This experience is restricted to guests under the influence of alcohol or legal or illegal substances.

    Accessibility

    Up at The O2

    • Pregnant people are restricted from participating in this experience.

    Thames River Cruise

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    Up at The O2

    • A minimum supervision ratio of 1:5 is mandated, with one adult for every five children aged under 18 years.

    • You must arrive 15 mins before your climb time, as latecomers cannot be admitted.

    • From November 21, 2025, to January 4, 2026, all climbs will include access to the festive Snow Globe Experience on the roof of The O2.

    Thames River Cruise

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

    Westminster To Greenwich River Thames Sightseeing Cruise

    • 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

    Up At The O2

    • Redeem your ticket at The O2.

    • Address: Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX, United Kingdom.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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