Sightseeing Cruises

Thames River Speedboat Tour

4.9/5(14)

Tim E

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Our trip on the Thames Rocket was an unforgettable experience that perfectly combined fascinating history with pure adrenaline. Our guide, Jack, made the journey especially enjoyable by sharing interesting historical information about London as we travelled along the River Thames. After taking in the history and scenery, the experience suddenly changed pace as the Thames Rocket transformed from a sightseeing trip into a thrilling speedboat adventure. The acceleration was incredible, and the twists, turns and bursts of speed provided a real white-knuckle experience. There was a fantastic sense of excitement as we raced along the river, making the ride feel more like an exhilarating adventure than a traditional sightseeing tour!

Veronica N

Family

Verified booking

May 2026

Best of London fun for family! Plus the best place to be on the May bank holiday heat wave! So refreshing, so friendly, the staff are amazing, thank you Jack and AJ! They told us lots of good facts about London s history, flawless communication, most thrilling boat trip!

Feel the rush of a speedboat reaching up to 35 mph, with sharp turns and bursts of acceleration built for thrill-seekers.

Board at London Eye Pier and speed along the Thames, spotting Tower Bridge’s twin towers, Canary Wharf’s skyscrapers, and The O2’s white dome along the way.

Cruise past the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben toward Tower Bridge, taking in London’s riverside landmarks from the water.

Enjoy live commentary from an actor or comedian guide, with jokes and stories bringing the ride to life as onboard music sets the mood.

Choose a 50-minute daytime ride, a 50-minute evening trip with a complimentary seasonal drink, or an 80-minute journey to the Thames Barrier.

High-speed ride aboard a speedboat reaching up to 35 mph

Live actor or comedian guide

Music onboard

Life jacket and safety briefing

50-minute daytime speedboat tour (as per option selected)

50-minute evening speedboat tour (as per option selected)

80-minute speedboat tour to the Thames Barrier (as per option selected)

Complimentary seasonal drink (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION50 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
London Eye Pier
Get direction
Sights covered
London Eye
Houses of Parliament
Somerset House
London Bridge
Tate Modern
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
30 St. Mary Axe (The Gherkin)
The View from The Shard
HMS Belfast
Tower Bridge
Canary Wharf
St. Paul's Cathedral
Tower of London

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Tim E
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our trip on the Thames Rocket was an unforgettable experience that perfectly combined fascinating history with pure adrenaline. Our guide, Jack, made the journey especially enjoyable by sharing interesting historical information about London as we travelled along the River Thames. After taking in the history and scenery, the experience suddenly changed pace as the Thames Rocket transformed from a sightseeing trip into a thrilling speedboat adventure. The acceleration was incredible, and the twists, turns and bursts of speed provided a real white-knuckle experience. There was a fantastic sense of excitement as we raced along the river, making the ride feel more like an exhilarating adventure than a traditional sightseeing tour!
Teresa L
Family
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Nice history along the river and then awesome fun!
Christopher M
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Fantastic - Jim was great and Charlene
James P
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
The best attraction in London. Crew was amazing and the whole experience was worth every penny spent
Veronica N
Family
Verified booking
May 2026
Best of London fun for family! Plus the best place to be on the May bank holiday heat wave! So refreshing, so friendly, the staff are amazing, thank you Jack and AJ! They told us lots of good facts about London s history, flawless communication, most thrilling boat trip!

What to bring

Tickets and ID: Have your entry tickets and a valid ID ready for a seamless boarding experience.

What’s not allowed

Unaccompanied children: Children under the age of 14 cannot join this experience unless accompanied by a guardian.

Outside food and drinks: Outside food and beverages are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

Pregnancy: This experience is not suitable for pregnant women due to safety restrictions.

Additional information

Life jackets: Life jackets must be worn at all times during the speedboat ride.

Safety compliance: A fine may be levied in case of intentional tampering with life jackets.

Age requirement: The Thames Lates ticket option is only available for guests over 18 years of age.

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