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
4,047 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Random fun with a great friend
Fiona F,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant ride on a very windy day. Lots of laughter and singing along. Thank you Ed and Tom for a great experience
Best fun in London
F980HLroberts,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was unbelievable a lot better then excepted could not have been more fun would do again a lots of high speed turns and a lot of fun. Max and AJ were excellent driver and guide
Fun Fun Fun
Deborah M,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very fun experience. Great crew. Well organized. I always felt safe. Beautiful views from the river & a little excitement.
Rock ‘n’ roll
daves624,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good fun. It was a chill and a thrill rolled into one. AJ and Imogen I think sorry if I got the names wrong we’re both great. X wicked having the music blasting as well. Thank you rockets. X
Fun fun fun
Deb8731,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lots of fun, very well run. Great staff
Adrenaline and Laughs in a stunning city
vicmH8214HT,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rocky and Bill were our guide and captain what an amazing awesome experience. Rocky gave so much information in a fun way I haven’t laughed (or screamed) so much in ages. The music which accompanied the speed section was perfect. Would highly recommend especially if it’s a birthday treat and they play the birthday song. Enjoy waving and dancing on your seat with adrenaline on the Thames!
Amazing experience
tonyc969,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience! The river is always a great way to see London and this gives you all the sights with a fun informative guide, but the Thames Rocket blew all other boat trips out the water!! It went much faster than I thought it would with some fun sharp turns and lively waves - I felt like James Bond! My son (13) and my parents (mid 70 but young at heart) loved it too. Would definitely recommend to everyone!
The rocket on the Thames and you can see seals
Clare K,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The safety was clear and easy to understand. The history of London by the Thames was interesting. I thought it would have been a bit longer be a lot longer at speed but understood why. The most exciting part was we safe a seal in the Thames
Super experience!
dotcomjobman,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked this Thames speedboat ride for my son’s 17th birthday, and it completely exceeded our expectations! We arrived at the boarding pier and were quickly given a short safety briefing along with our life jackets. After a smooth, gentle cruise past all the iconic London sights on the Thames, the music suddenly kicked in, the engines roared to life, and the real fun began! In seconds, we were flying down the river at high speed, weaving and turning sharply as water sprayed up around us, all perfectly timed to an upbeat soundtrack. It was such an exhilarating, heart-pumping experience – pure adrenaline and joy from start to finish. The entire trip lasted about an hour and felt like the perfect mix of sightseeing and thrill ride. A massive shout-out to Jay and Quinny on board – their energy, humour, and professionalism really made the experience even better. They kept the vibe fun and looked after everyone brilliantly. Highly recommended for families, teenagers, or anyone looking for a memorable and exciting way to see London from the river. My son absolutely loved it – best birthday activity we’ve done in years.
Fun and adrenaline fuel couples trip
JoeMg1503,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed our trip today with my partner. Host was great and good company. Good adrenaline too. Joe
From £69.95
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