Sightseeing Cruises

Thames Sightseeing Cruise with Flexible Time and Departure Pier

Name: Thames Sightseeing Cruise with Flexible Time and Departure Pier
Start: 2026-09-13T10:00:00
End: 2026-09-13T18:00:00
Location: London

4.6/5(1,683)

Louise W

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

Great cruise, live commentary was good, quite funny and very informative but he does mention that he is not paid to do this, it's a way of gaining tips. Something to be aware of, we have all paid to be on the cruise we shouldn't be made to feel we have to tip as well.

Sara C

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

The ease of booking, the convenience of boarding, the professionalism of the crew, but above all, the view. You get to see historic buildings and attractions from a completely different and truly fascinating perspective. Definitely worth recommending.

Oyin O

Group

Verified booking

2 days ago

The orator made it so interactive. He was very clear about the stories of the different London monuments and pulled our attention to things we probably didn't pay attention to before. London Bridge, the dragons, the London Eye, memorable experience.

Bensabeur A

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

A very enjoyable experience, full of joy, fun, and lots of new insights. Booking tickets is very easy on the HeadOut website. All the information is clear and precise. I really loved the price comparison chart showing ticket prices throughout the month. Also, the booking process was very flexible because the boarding time is up to the tourist. Thank you very much.

L H

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

A very pleasant boat ride along the river between Greenwich and Westminster. You get to see the landmarks from a different perspective. Special mention goes to our guide, who—knowing there were foreigners on board—spoke relatively slowly and shared interesting anecdotes. I highly recommend it.

Charles G

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The trip to Greenwich was very picturesque and the crew advised on landmarks as we passed by. The boats are busy during August but seats are generally available. It's worth doing for the sightseeing and there are drinks and snacks available if you need them.

Set sail along the Thames with City Cruises, boarding from Westminster, London Eye, Tower, or Greenwich Pier anytime on your selected day for a one-way cruise.

Ideal for spontaneous travellers or busy schedules, enjoy London from open-air decks or heated indoor cabins without following a fixed route.

Learn fascinating stories about London’s history and landmarks through live English commentary or a multilingual audio guide while you cruise the river.

Children receive a complimentary activity book and colouring sheets, keeping young explorers entertained while learning about London from the river.

Upgrade to a hop-on-hop-off ticket for unlimited cruises all day, hopping on or off at any pier to explore London at your pace.

Best for: Packed sightseeing itineraries; no need to commit to an exact departure time

Flexible one-way sightseeing cruise on the River Thames

Board and disembark from Westminster Pier, London Eye Pier, Greenwich Pier, or Tower Pier

Arrive at any time on the selected date, no pre-booking required (see timetable)

Live English commentary or recorded commentary in 14 languages

Open-air deck and heated indoors

Complimentary kids' activity book & colouring sheets

Additional paid upgrades:

24-hour hop-on-hop-off sightseeing ticket (view route and timetable [here])

Access to the onboard bar (available at an additional cost)

TOTAL DURATION30 minutes
FREQUENCY40 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
4 Boarding points
Westminster Pier
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London Eye Pier
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Greenwich Pier
Get direction
Tower Pier
Get direction
Sights covered
Houses of Parliament
London Eye
Royal Festival Hall
Tate Modern
St. Paul's Cathedral
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Borough Market
Southwark Cathedral
HMS Belfast
The Shard
Tower of London
Tower Bridge
Canary Wharf
Royal Observatory

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Bensabeur A
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A very enjoyable experience, full of joy, fun, and lots of new insights. Booking tickets is very easy on the HeadOut website. All the information is clear and precise. I really loved the price comparison chart showing ticket prices throughout the month. Also, the booking process was very flexible because the boarding time is up to the tourist. Thank you very much.
Charles G
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The trip to Greenwich was very picturesque and the crew advised on landmarks as we passed by. The boats are busy during August but seats are generally available. It's worth doing for the sightseeing and there are drinks and snacks available if you need them.
Emily W
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The commentating on the history of London and it’s buildings was really interesting, he also made sure to include humour which made the ride really enjoyable and memorable!
Lucie V
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We enjoyed the commented cruise by one of the staff. It was comfortable way how to get to the Greenwich and we saw London from a different perspective.
Kelly M
Family
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Great commentary and great views a lovely way to see london and to get about. I went from Westminster pier to greenwhich and enjoyed every bit of it.

What to bring

Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Facilities: restrooms and baby changing facilities.

Flexi Tickets remain valid if a scheduled departure is cancelled; take the next available boat, as refunds aren’t provided.

The average cruising time for a Thames sightseeing cruise from one pier to the other is 40 mins, except from Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier, which is 10 mins.

Please note: some circular tours may require a boat change at Tower Pier.

With the 24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket, you're in complete control. Start your boating adventure anytime and enjoy unlimited rides until the boats stop operating for the evening. The next day, you can continue using your ticket until its validity expires.

Note: Summer (June to August) and December can bring larger crowds and longer queues, so plan extra time for your visit.

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