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
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
254 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
Ticket was very limited
karendY5578DQ,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Bought the ticket online. Read you were able to get on and off at any of stops. Not true - got on at London Eye — only able to get off at Tower of London or Greenwich. Narration was very difficyto hear Not an experience I would recommend and I always try to experience cities from a river if possible
Disappointing
Experience214242,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The narrative was lame.The historical aspect of the City was quite lacking.
What a disappointment
Natalia D,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Not taking into account the four stars, it is not worth more than 1 stars but otherwise I could not leave any comment. It is a planned travel scam of at least an hour ultimately duration of less than 20 minutes. Run away.
Fab river cruise on Thames in London
Alex N,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was great. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Great way to see London’s cityscape and history
Recommended!
Rita N,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great funny guide with lots of knowledge, too bad it was only 40 min boat ride. Too short but nice!!! Recommended!!
Great way to see the sites
Connie L,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00If you want a great view and information regarding the sites along the Thames, this excursion is for you. We took this trip from Westminster Pier to Greenwich. This is a great way to get to the Royal Observatory. It is a steep walk to the Observatory but worth it. We also took the river cruise back to Westminster.
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