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Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a high-speed vessel. See the sights of London, twisting and turning at speed to a chart topped playlist, on a round-trip ride along the Thames.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 45 minutes
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
We had a brilliant time. Tom and Leo were our guides and they were fantastic. We were there for a birthday celebration and we had a fantastic time! We are recommending it to everyone and still talking about it 👍 well worth doing!
The speedboat trip was a true highlight of our London vacation!
Select participants and date
Itinerary
2 starting location options:
Embankment Pier, Westminster Pier
Sightseeing cruise
(1 minute)
The London Eye
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
Houses of Parliament
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (3 minutes)
Cleopatra's Needle
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
Southbank Centre
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
Royal National Theatre
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
Victoria Embankment
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
Oxo Tower
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
St Paul's Cathedral
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
Millennium Bridge
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (1 minute)
The Shard
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
London Bridge
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
HMS Belfast
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
Tower of London
Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
Tower Bridge
Photo stop, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing (2 minutes)
Speedboat
(20 minutes)
2 drop-off locations:
Westminster Pier, Embankment Pier
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Enjoy a thrilling speedboat ride along the River Thames
- See some of London's most iconic sights to theme music from the James Bond films
- Listen to an informative and witty guided commentary of new and old sights
- Choose your departure Pier - EMBANKMENT or WESTMINSTER
Full description
Become an undercover spy for the day as you experience London on a speed boat tour on the River Thames. Admire new and historical sights, such as the Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Tower of London.
Gain a unique perspective of London not available from more conventional sightseeing tours, and benefit from an informal and entertaining commentary along the way.
Sail under Tower Bridge to Canary Wharf for the ultimate roller coaster experience on the water as the soundtracks of famous movies blasts from the onboard PA system.
Includes
- River Thames sightseeing tour round-trip
- High-speed RIB ride through London Docklands
- Live commentary
- Safety briefing
- Qualified professional staff, crew, and skippers
- Mandatory lifejackets
- Plastic ponchos
- Photos and souvenirs (available for purchase after tour)
- Tips
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
- People with heart problems
- Children under 33 lbs (15 kg)
Meeting point
Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
- Food and drinks
- Vaping
- Alcohol and drugs
- Unaccompanied minors
Know before you go
- You must agree with the local operator's terms and conditions to take part -
- Arrive 15 minutes before your departure time at the correct Pier location, failure to arrive will result in missing the trip and no reschedules or refunds will be offered
- There is a minimum weight of 15 kilograms (3 stone).
- There is a maximum number of 12 passengers per boat
- The operator reserves the right to alter your booking date or time up to 15 minutes before departure if the minimum number of passengers has not been reached. There is a minimum number of 6 to 8 passengers per boat.
- Any person with any heart or back problems or those who are pregnant cannot travel
- At least one adult over 18 must be on board with any children 13 and under
- THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE operates in all weather conditions and disposable ponchos will be provided on all trips in need
