High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London
Overview
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50 minutes
Mobile ticket
Combine London sightseeing with a white-knuckle speedboat ride on a 50-minute Thames River cruise. Board your modern speedboat and soak up the unparalleled views of top city attractions including Big Ben, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral. Learn about the city’s history from your entertaining guide, and then feel your adrenaline rush as your skipper pulls back the throttle and you rocket along the Thames River at speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour. Small-group experience with numbers limited to 12 people.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 6 months
All seats must be pre-booked with the supplier, refer to voucher for further details
We are unable to take wheelchairs actually on-board, guests can travel with their carers assistance to board the vessel and down steps into the seating, they must be able to sit unaided onboard.
Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
London Eye
Step on board at the world famous London Eye Pier and get ready for an adventure like no other!
Thames River
Take to the river 21st century style - with just 12 passengers on board this is an up close and personal experience form start to finish.
What‘s Included
Lifejacket
Expert guide
Professional skipper
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Options
Off Peak
Peak
Reviews
4,004 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great fun, great crew!
DayTrip56512355030,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have done this trip 4 times now and it’s always been great fun with good guides. This time we had Steve guiding us and this was the most informative and interesting commentary we have had so far. Steve combined his knowledge of the modern day with great historical facts and stories that really set our imaginations going. Thanks to him and AJ for a great trip 😊
Adrenaline rush while seeing London sights
KimberlyM554,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our exciting trip down the Thames on a speedboat! We saw so many sights from the boat and took some great photos. Sophie was full of interesting stories and we learned so much our children absolutely loved the “speed” part of the tour. Thanks for making the tour so much fun!
Amazing trip soeedy along the Thames
Ann C,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great way to see London. We had an amazing time. The guy checking us in was lovely, friendly and helpful. Max and Charlene on board where fab. Amazing experience
So much fun!
christinetM1561MF,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best part of our trip! Jack and AJ were amazing. Would recommend this to any visitor coming to London.
Amazing!
V3204VZdanielh,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time on the speedboat with Stacy and Matt. Worth every penny, would definitely recommend!!
An amazing speed boat ride!
Laura K,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing experience with a friendly, considerate and informative crew. A great way to celebrate my son’s birthday. You will not be disappointed! We loved it !
Fun trip!
Hema D,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a fun way to see the sites! With a 10 year old boy, who is a thrill seeker- it was his most fun experience in London!
Great fun with interesting facts.
Kelly F,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We all enjoyed it. The tour guide was very good. The only small criticism was that we would have liked longer at high speed - and to go further along the river. Maybe if the information shared about sights were to happen on the way out, rather than home straight , so there’s more time for the thrill ride? It was great the way they tied in the music with the twists and turns of the boat.
Brilliant experience
103kayew,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic time with Thames Rockets the staff were amazing both on land and in the boat. Very friendly and chatty whilst waiting for the boat. Thanks to Tom for driving us and Bill was fantastic tour guide so funny and knowledgeable. The tunes on the boat were brilliant. Really really enjoyed it.
Fun!
sorchag902,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun way to see London - my two boys loved it! Bill was a brilliant host and Tom made sure we clocked up some serious speed! Best way to start a trip to London.
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