Flexible Thames River Cruise - One Way
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Explore London’s riverside attractions at your own pace with this flexible ticket!
We operate from four key London piers: Westminster, London Eye, Tower (of London), and Greenwich. With this ticket, you can board and disembark at any of these locations.
The River Thames is home to some of London’s most iconic landmarks, including the towering Big Ben, the famous London Eye, the historic Tower of London, and the modern architectural wonders like The Shard and The Gherkin – all easily accessible with this versatile ticket.
• We’ve selected four key London piers to give you the best access to major attractions while optimizing your cruise time.
• Enjoy the captain's entertaining English commentary or enjoy multilingual app commentary.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Board from Westminster Pier, Tower Pier, London Eye or Greenwich Pier
Tickets are valid between 10am - last available cruise
What To Expect
Houses of Parliament
We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.
London Eye
We sail past this attraction with a view from the Thames river.
Options
One-way Flexible Thames River
What‘s Included
A flexible ticket for a single journey
Enjoy a fully stocked café/bar on board
Onboard activities for children, including activity books
Live Commentary on board (English) or language commentary via City Experiences app
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
260 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An enjoyable experience.
Alison S,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very clean vessel and the staff were polite and helpful. Very pleased with the commentary as we sailed along the river too.
Comfortable way to travel
Road34585983098,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Comfortable way to travel the Thames. Since the WiFi was out, we had an impromptu narrator who included family-friendly jokes along the way.
Disappointing
Patti J,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Rude gentleman at the booth- my phone stopped accepting internet just an hour before- I was able to show him the confirmation from you but couldn’t access the tickets so he wouldn’t let us go. This was at 4pm on Friday June 5th. The only time we had available to do the cruise so we weren’t able to do it. I had great experience on all your other tours. My grandson was upset that we couldn’t do this one, as was I. Please refund this money, thank you! Patti.
Satisfied
460shadee,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I enjoyed the boat cruise, the live commentary was superb. Kudos to the crew
Great experience
ulrichdonaldw,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fantastic experience. I liked the fact that the guide was explaining about the history of London
Great way to tour and get from Westminster to Tower of London!
517Posse4,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed hopping on this tour to see the sights from a different vantage point. We stayed in the Westminster area and needed to get to Tower of London. This was a perfect way to get a tour in with transportation that took us steps to Tower of London! Purchasing tickets online will save you a little money (can’t remember how much) and guarantee your spot. We booked the morning of the tour in late May and did not have a problem.
A true highlight despite different expectations.
Oliver Z,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the ride and initially thought that we could board at each of the four points and also choose the disembarkation point flexibly, wanting to do a kind of "round trip." We only realized that this would not work when we were on site. Fortunately, we boarded at the Tower Bridge and traveled to the London Eye, which gave us the best views of all the sights. Thus, the approximately 40-minute boat tour was worth its cost for us despite the misunderstanding. The tour guide was also fantastic and provided great information about individual points along the route.
Great apart from staff member at Greenwich pier
N4327TKkennethb,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Boat crews were great. Wholetrip spoiled by jobsworth muppet at greenwich pier. 25th May 13.10 boat must have been 34 degrees. This clown insists we leave the shade and queue in direct sun. Got stroppy when I told him I was staying put
Thames River
Katherine M,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to see the city. You can get a guided tour if you want but don’t have to. Also great way to get from one area to another. Plus you get some very unique views and picture opportunities seeing the city from the river
Great trip, comfortable boat.
Jayne G,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Comfortable. Clean. Waiter service with QR code. Lovely staff. Staff member, Greg, gave 'free' commentary, told us that he wasn't a professional and it wasn't his job, but would give us a little knowledge as we travelled if we wanted it. At the end of the trip, he suggested a donation would be appreciated, he would have a silver bucket at the exit. He even gave "an idea of how much" referring to a meal, a meal with a pudding, or a meal with a drink too. But said that £5 or £10 would be "acceptable". We really enjoyed his commentary, but gave nothing, because he not only asked for a donation, but had the audacity to suggest an amount. NOT acceptable.
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