London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

4.4251533 out of 5 stars
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4.4251533 out of 5 stars
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London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
4.4251533 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.4251533 out of 5 stars
5224 reviews

See the sights of London along the banks of the River Thames on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster Pier to Tower Bridge and Butler's Wharf Pier.

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Duration 30 minutes - 1 hour
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Matthew – United States

The cruise is basically transportation from Westminster Docks to London Bridge. What made the trip special was the staff member who provided narration the whole way. They state they are not professional guides, just the boat crew. They did a better job than some guides we've used. Simple and direct comments about what is on either side of the river, but told in an entertaining way. Well done lads!

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Mitchell – Australia

The host was very good. He admitted he wasn’t a tour guide and was just a member of the crew, but knew plenty about London and the surrounding sights to provide an informative experience. He also put a comedic twist on the ride and made it even more enjoyable

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Highlights

  • Get fantastic views from the open deck aboard each vessel
  • Listen to live audio commentary during the journey
  • Choose a 1-way trip to Tower Bridge Quay or opt for a round-trip cruise

Full description

Climb aboard a sightseeing boat at Westminster Pier and cruise through the heart of London, admiring the many sights along the River Thames along the way.

Stop at Embankment Pier, Festival Pier, and Bankside Pier before arriving at Tower Bridge (Butler's Wharf Pier). Catch sights of St. Paul's Cathedral, The Shard, Tate Modern, Globe Theatre, and much more en route.

Enjoy a river cruise from Westminster to Tower Bridge (Butler's Wharf Pier). Listen to the live audio commentary from your captain and make use of the state-of-the-art facilities onboard the boat. The return cruise requires changing boats at Butler's Wharf Pier.

Benefit from regular departures from Westminster Pier every 30 minutes, along with ideal viewing opportunities from the open top deck of many of our modern vessels. Each boat features a bar serving light refreshments to purchase.

Includes

  • Sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Bankside and Tower Bridge
  • Audio commentary
  • Audioguide in 6 languages via the app
  • Food and drinks (available to purchase on-board)
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

At Westminster Pier go directly to boarding point B and present this voucher to the Thames River Sightseeing staff. There is no need to queue at the ticket office.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Charged Smartphone

Know before you go

  • Exact cruise times may vary
  • To access the audioguide, you'll need a smartphone
  • A 1-way journey between Westminster Pier and Tower Bridge Quay takes approximately 25-30 minutes
  • If the boat reaches capacity before you board, you may be asked to take the cruise at a different time
  • Free audio guide can be downloaded prior to the experience here: https://get.smart-guide.org/DOhQiS5J7yb

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 5224 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Matthew – United StatesMay 21, 2025 – Verified booking
The cruise is basically transportation from Westminster Docks to London Bridge. What made the trip special was the staff member who provided narration the whole way. They state they are not professional guides, just the boat crew. They did a better job than some guides we've used. Simple and direct comments about what is on either side of the river, but told in an entertaining way. Well done lads!
M
Mitchell – AustraliaMay 20, 2025 – Verified booking
The host was very good. He admitted he wasn’t a tour guide and was just a member of the crew, but knew plenty about London and the surrounding sights to provide an informative experience. He also put a comedic twist on the ride and made it even more enjoyable
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Corenz – United KingdomMay 15, 2025 – Verified booking
It was refreshing. A nice short activity to do while in London.

Product ID: 71499

Activity provider:Thames River Sightseeing

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