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15 Best Thames River Cruises

The Thames cruises I would book again, from quick Westminster hops to full dinner sailings. Westminster to Greenwich takes about an hour on the water and covers the best stretch of riverbank. Sit on the left heading downstream; the Tower of London and St Paul’s both come up on that side.

1.London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

Discover the charm of London as you embark on a picturesque river Thames cruise, from historic Westminster to the vibrant Greenwich. Don't miss this unforgettable journey!

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Had a great day out in London. The river cruise was the best way of seeing all the sights and we then chose what we wanted to see more closely. Got on and off when we needed to. The guide was informative, professional and funny…”

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2.Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise

Discover the best of London with Big Bus Tours! Hop on, hop off, and cruise along the river for an unforgettable sightseeing experience. Book now!

★ 3.5

“Big Bus was a brilliant way to see London. We were able to sit back and enjoy all the iconic sights and monuments without worrying about navigating the city. From Big Ben, Tower Bridge and the London Eye, it covered all the must-see spots. The…”

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4.London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

Discover the wonders of London's iconic landmarks on a scenic river Thames cruise, from Westminster to Tower Bridge. Unforgettable views await!

★ 4.5

“Fantastic tour & we had a brilliant guide (who said he was not a guide but volunteered) super knowledge & info. The tour shows spots you’d probably not see yourself & is very good value. Highly recommended 👍”

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5.London: Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off, River Cruise and London Eye

Experience the best of London with our Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off tour, River Cruise, and London Eye. Discover iconic landmarks and breathtaking views. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.4

“The Big Bus Tours website is a phenomenal example of an excellent user experience. Redeeming all my activities was super easy, managing the tickets was super easy, learning about the included options was also easy. All around a super easy and clear booking experience that…”

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7.High-Speed Thames River RIB Cruise in London

Experience the thrill of a high-speed Thames River RIB cruise in London. Hold on tight as you explore iconic landmarks like never before!

★ 5.0

“It was AWESOME! I went with my 11 yr old son & it was such an adrenaline rush! We both agreed it was the highlight of our trip! The guide Sofia and Skipper Jon were both brilliant. We literally felt like we were in a…”

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8.London: Thames River Cruise With Optional London Eye Ticket

Experience the best of London with a breathtaking Thames River Cruise and an optional London Eye ticket. Discover the city's iconic landmarks and enjoy stunning views from above.

★ 4.5

“River cruise was very enjoyable. It was nice to sit drown a minute and relax. Josh was awesome. Funny and informative!”

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9.London: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off with Optional River Cruise

Discover London with this comprehensive hop-on, hop-off bus tour including a Thames River cruise, guided walks, and evening lit-up sights for a full city experience.

★ 4.1

“This is a great thing to do. The buses come along very regularly and it is very easy to hop on or off depending on what you want to do. Would highly recommend.”

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13.London Ghost Tour With Thames River Cruise

Experience the thrill of a London Ghost Tour with a scenic Thames River Cruise in 2024. Discover haunted tales and eerie history on this spine-chilling adventure.

★ 4.5

“Marvin was so great! His storytelling style was marvelous. Very generous and had lots of information about each stop on our tour. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!”

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14.London: River Thames Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise

Discover London's iconic sights from the River Thames with this hop-on hop-off cruise, offering flexible sightseeing, onboard commentary, and great views.

★ 4.4

“Great day outing, throughly enjoyed the journey and seeing another side of this great city London. The guide was also knowledgeable and humorous making the journey more enlightening to view.”

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4.4London: River Thames Evening Cruise With Bubbly and Canapés2 hours$37 4.3London: River Thames Dinner Cruise3 hours$94 4.5London River Thames Lunch Cruise$55.16 4.0The London Dinner Cruise on the Thames River3 hours (approx.)$95.08 4.0Uber Boat by Thames Clippers – Single River Journey on the Thames1 hour (approx.)$13.44 4.5London Eye River Cruise40 minutes (approx.)$21.50 4.5London Eye River Cruise and Standard London Eye Ticket45 minutes (approx.)$63.83 4.0Thames 24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off River Cruise1 hour (approx.)$33.76 4.5London: Ghost Walk and River Thames Boat Ride2 hours$26 4.4London: Fully Flexible River Thames Sightseeing Pass1 day$18 4.5Thames Lunch Cruise With 2-Course Meal1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$59.67 4.0Thames River Sightseeing Cruise With Afternoon Tea1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$55.12 4.8London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour and River Thames Cruise1 day$117 5.0Speedboat Thames Barrier Experience To/From Embankment Pier – 70 Minutes1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)$102.63 5.0London in a Day With Tower, Westminster & River Cruise6 to 8 hours (approx.)$165.04 4.9London: River Thames Speed Boat Tour$80.75 4.0Uber Boat by Thames Clippers River Roamer: Hop On Hop Off Pass1 day (approx.)$34.83 4.0Vintage London Bus Tour Including Thames Cruise With Optional London Eye3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$85.01 4.0Guided Paris Small Group Tour With River Cruise From London15 hours (approx.)$387.35 4.0River Thames Evening Cruise2 hours (approx.)$45.22 5.0Thames High-Speed Zone RIB Cruise in London45 minutes (approx.)$90.08 4.5Southampton Excursion: Pre-Cruise Tour From London to Southampton via Stonehenge6 hours (approx.)$192.29 4.0Tower Bridge River Sightseeing Cruise From Westminster1 hour (approx.)$18.60 4.3London: Uber Boat by Thames Clippers and Cable Car Ticket1 day$44