Top London On the Water

While in London, combine an iconic British tradition with a unique sightseeing excursion on an afternoon tea cruise. Spend a luxurious time enjoying a unique dining experience with family and friends on the Thames River. As you cruise from Tower Pier to Westminster, indulge in tea, freshly prepared cakes, and sandwiches, and view London’s great landmarks including the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the London Eye.

Enjoy a memorable evening of food, wine, and entertainment on this Thames dinner cruise. Feast on a 4-course dinner aboard your sightseeing boat as you sail past London attractions such as the Tower of London, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge, all illuminated at night. While you eat and admire the sights, listen to the on-board music and, if you wish, take to the dance floor.

Witness the enchantment of London at night on an evening cruise along the historic Thames River. Aboard the glass-encased boat, enjoy the city’s main attractions at dusk, including the Shard, Big Ben, and the HMS Belfast. Savor a glass of sparkling wine (or soft drink) and canapés as you cruise the river and delight in the magic of London’s urban shoreline as night falls.

Embark on a zippy, half-hour trip down the Thames—or upgrade for a 1-hour circle cruise—to explore London by boat. While aboard, listen to live audio commentary by your captain about the sights you pass and London's rich history; you can look forward to seeing everything from St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London to the London Eye and Big Ben. And with frequent departures, you can easily fit this excursion in among your busy sightseeing schedule.

Enjoy the Tower of London and make the most of your entry ticket through this dark and infamous complex. View the remarkable Crown Jewels and visit the White Tower, Traitors’ Gate and Tower Green, where Anne Boleyn met her grisly end. Follow a Beefeater guard on a guided walk to learn insider stories about this remarkable, UNESCO-listed landmark.

Discover London’s top sights for one low price with The London Pass® by Go City. Choose from a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 10-day sightseeing credits package, and enjoy access to 90+ attractions, visiting as many as you like each day. Your London Pass also lets you redeem credits on a Hop-On Hop-Off Bus tour, a Thames River Cruise, London Bike rental, and more. • Access over 90 Things To Do in London • Choose between a 1-,2-,3-,4-, 5-, 6-, 7- or 10-day credits package • Save your London Pass® on your mobile device and browse the included Go City app to help plan your itinerary ahead • Visit London’s best attractions including Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, or Madame Tussauds And best of all, your London Pass® is valid for 2 years from purchase date and only activates when you exchange credits at any included attraction or tour. After that, your pass is valid for the remaining number of days purchased. So you can rest assured should your travel plans need to change!

Discover the grandeur of London aboard the open-top, double-decker bus on this hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Choose between 24- or 48-hour ticket options, and design a personal itinerary with stops including Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, St. Paul’s Cathedral and more. Enjoy unobstructed views and onboard commentary as you view the city’s highlights. Then, if you've selected the option, hop off at Westminster Pier or Tower of London stop to enjoy a Thames River cruise.

London’s British Museum is home to a staggering collection of 8 million items, some dating as far back as the prehistoric age. Make sure you see the best of this British Museum by taking this private 2 to 2.5-hour tour of the cultural institution. Alongside an engaging tour guide, you’ll visit a curated section of cultural and artistic works that represent the diversity of the museum’s collection: see samurai armor, the Rosetta Stone and 2 million year-old tools. This private tour gives you the chance to customize your itinerary according to your interests.  

Follow in the footsteps of England’s kings, queens, statesmen and poets as you explore the magnificent Westminster Abbey, one of London’s most iconic and important religious buildings. Listen to your audio guide as you stroll around the great church, see the coronation site of England’s many kings and queens, and admire the striking Gothic architecture. Best of all, your audio guide will fill you in on the abbey’s fascinating history.

Experience an adrenaline-pumping high-speed ride on the River Thames, aboard a modern speedboat, passing iconic landmarks such as Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the London Eye. Enjoy the novelty of learning about English history while enjoying speeds up to 35 miles (56 kilometers), on a boat with a group size limited to 12 people to ensure an intimate atmosphere.

Enjoy an alternative and thrilling way to explore London when you book tickets to a high-speed boat tour along the River Thames. Meet at Tower Bridge Quay and hop aboard one of the largest Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB) on the river. After a safety briefing, grab your lifejacket and get ready to zoom past landmarks like Shakespeare’s Globe, the Shard, the Tower of London, and more. The boat reaches speeds of up to 35 mph (56 kph), so you’re guaranteed a rousing journey.

Discover a brand-new perspective on London’s landmarks—and enjoy a relaxing way to explore—on this Thames River boat tour. Pick from multiple one-way itineraries, depending on your preferred start and end points, and hop aboard the upper decks or within the cozy salons. You’ll spy highlights like Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Big Ben, and much more, and will learn more from the accompanying commentary.

Whet your appetite for adventure with a high-speed Thames river rigid inflatable boat (RIB) experience. Soar over the surf of London’s iconic river and gaze at impressive monuments as your adrenaline levels soar. Listen to commentary from a knowledgeable guide over a state-of-the-art speaker system and see popular attractions from a totally unique vantage point. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 12 passengers.

Combine sightseeing with high-octane thrills on a Thames River speedboat cruise, the ideal choice for adrenaline junkies. On a RIB (rigid inflatable boat), zoom past London landmarks such as Tower Bridge, The Shard, and HMS Belfast at full throttle, and slow down intermittently to listen to comic commentary. You'll enjoy a way of exploring the river that few other visitors get to experience, and a brand new perspective on the city's sights.

Let your adrenaline levels soar during a 50-minute speedboat ride down the Thames River in central London. Ideal for thrill seekers and travelers wanting to admire London from a different perspective, this tour combines sightseeing with speed to create one of the capital’s most exhilarating experiences. Plus, you can choose a departure time to suit you.

Hop aboard a vintage double-decker bus—and then board a river cruise—for a two-in-one sightseeing tour through London. On this fun-filled excursion, see main attractions like Big Ben and the Tower of London, cruise past Westminster and the London Eye, and snap photos outside Buckingham Palace. You can also upgrade to include a fish and chips lunch at a traditional British pub.

Escape the crowds on land and see London from a different perspective during a high-speed cruise on the Thames River—the ideal choice for time-pressed travelers looking to cover more sights in less time. Plus, choose from multiple departure times throughout the day to suit your schedule.

See London at its most majestic during a sunset speedboat experience on the Thames River. You’ll travel on the Thames at a quieter time of day, when most boats have departed for the day. You’ll alternate between going fast and slow, so you’ve got time to soak up the sights and also enjoy an adrenaline rush.

Watch the Thames River light up at night on a dinner cruise with live jazz. Kick off your night with a glass of sparkling wine as you glide into the current, and spot the iconic Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, and Tower of London. Enjoy jazz classics along with swing and Latin tunes, then relax over a 3-course dinner in a heated cabin, with plenty of time to take in the sights between courses (and options to buy additional drinks from the on-board bar).

During your time in London, avoid crowded underground trains and traffic jams with an Emirates Air Line cable car and Thames River cruise ticket. Ideal for families, this package allows you to cruise around the capital with a full-day River Roamer ticket, passing iconic landmarks such as the London Eye, Big Ben, and Tower Bridge. Then, enjoy panoramic vistas during a ride on the Emirates Air Line: plus, you’ll receive a souvenir in-flight guide and gain entry to the Emirate Aviation Experience.

Discover the regal residences and rich royal history of London on a sightseeing tour and Thames River cruise. With an accomplished guide, travel by luxury coach through the capital’s most opulent areas to see majestic landmarks like Big Ben and Kensington Palace. Gaze at a traditional Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace and then climb aboard a boat for a tranquil cruise on the River Thames. Glide past iconic sights like the London Eye and the Tower of London and enjoy illuminating commentary as you sail.

Paris is just two hours by train from London, but visiting on a group tour can mean limited time to explore. This full-day self-guided tour offers the best of both worlds, with round-trip transport by Eurostar, a Paris map and welcome pack, and a Seine River sightseeing cruise, plus plenty of free time to take in the sights that interest you most.

Ideal for those with an appetite for adrenaline, this high-speed rigid inflatable boat (RIB) tour on the Thames River offers a uniquely exhilarating way to explore the city. See London’s sights the alternative way as you enjoy a speedy cruise past Tower Bridge, the London Eye, the Shard, and other top sights. Then, once you reach the fast zone, you’ll accelerate to a higher velocity to really add to the thrills.