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15 Best Thames River Cruises

The Thames cruises travelers book most, from Westminster-to-Greenwich classics to evening bubbly sails. The hop-on river pass quietly doubles as London’s best commuter line.

1.London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

Experience London's iconic sights from the Thames with a scenic cruise from Westminster to Greenwich, guided commentary and flexible options for all.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Overall, it was a great experience. The meeting point was easy to find and the instructions were clear and well organized. Our guide was entertaining, friendly, and had a great sense of humor, which made the cruise enjoyable and engaging. The views along the Thames…”

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2.Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

Discover London with this hop-on hop-off bus tour, including optional river cruise. Enjoy flexible sightseeing, commentary, and iconic sights like Buckingham Palace and Tower of London.

★ 3.5

“I chose one day because it said 1 day from when you start. This is different from 24 hours. The options should really be 12, 24, 48 hours. The wording was misleading.”

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3.London: Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off (Optional River Cruise)

Discover London at your own pace with Tootbus hop-on hop-off bus and optional river cruise. Enjoy flexible sightseeing, detailed commentary, and stunning views.

★ 3.9

“We really enjoyed the trip and all of the sites along the way. The guide was easy to use with many opportunities to hop on/off. The recorded guide was informative and entertaining.”

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4.London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

Discover London's iconic sights from Westminster to Tower Bridge with this relaxing Thames river cruise featuring lively commentary, open decks, and great value.

★ 4.5

“The boat tour was absolutely amazing! Our guide was wonderful, friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole trip even more enjoyable. The sights from the river were stunning. Definitely a must-do experience in London!”

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5.London: London Eye, River Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Discover London’s top sights with a flexible combo tour including the London Eye, Thames River cruise, and hop-on hop-off buses for 1 or 2 days.

★ 4.4

“Great way to see the sights of London. First time visiting and got to see loads in a couple of days. Booking was easy and no problem getting onto any of the attractions.”

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7.London: Thames River Cruise with Optional London Eye Ticket

Experience London from the Thames on a scenic cruise with expert commentary, passing iconic landmarks like Big Ben and Tower Bridge for an affordable price.

★ 4.5

“Crew was magnificant. The guide was very informative and signaled exactly when there was a perfect opportunity for a picture. Thanks”

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8.London: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off with Optional River Cruise

Discover London's top sights with a flexible hop-on, hop-off bus tour, river cruise, and guided walks—perfect for an authentic, all-in-one experience.

★ 4.1

“Great hop on, hop off get around to all the sights without all the trouble of rushing and traffic. Sit relax and listen through ear phones all the history of London. Would highly recommend.”

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9.London Tootbus Hop on Hop off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise

Discover London's top sights via flexible hop-on hop-off buses and a Thames River cruise, offering iconic views and authentic experiences at a reasonable price.

★ 4.0

“We found the audio guide to be informative, used the printed map all the time. The app opened very slowly so we were constantly being delayed in getting on at stops to show our tickets. Overall, we enjoyed the experience. HOWEVER...We did oversee one concerning…”

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12.Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

Experience London's iconic sights from the Thames on a relaxing 1-hour cruise from Westminster to Greenwich, with live commentary and optional Greenwich visits.

★ 4.5

“Worth every moment. A spectacular River Thames cruise weaving through London’s lights, past iconic silhouettes, and toward Greenwich at 0° latitude. Entertaining emcees, engaging anecdotes, and a changing panorama create a living postcard you can feel with every breath of the river breeze. An immersive…”

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13.London: River Thames Evening Cruise with Bubbly and Canapés

Experience London's iconic sights from the Thames at sunset with bubbly, canapés, live music, and stunning views. Perfect for a relaxed, scenic evening.

★ 4.4

“Relaxed 2 hour ride with lovely on board singer who kept us entertained Courtoeus staff, served us bubbly and a range of canapes even when we were in upper deck. One of them was very kind enough to serve us vegan starters as my family…”

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14.London: River Thames Dinner Cruise

Experience London's illuminated landmarks on a 3-hour Thames dinner cruise with a 4-course meal, live music, and stunning river views—perfect for a memorable night out.

★ 4.3

“It was a great activity! The boat was very nice, the staff was extremely friendly, and the atmosphere was amazing. I’ve taken similar dining cruises in other cities, and was amazed how far up the Thames this boat went!! It was exciting! We loved it”

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15.London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

Discover London's top sights with this flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour, including optional Thames cruise, audio guides, and authentic city views.

★ 4.0

“Be aware that road closures and protests will delay the expected time of spots. Due to time we were to board which wax after 4, we only were able to use the bus two hours. We paid with expectation of 4 hours without anyone letting…”

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More Thames River Cruises

4.5London River Thames Lunch Cruise$55.16 4.0London Dinner Cruise on the Thames River3 hours (approx.)$95.08 4.5London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option9 hours (approx.)$177.76 4.0London: Uber Boat – Single Journey River Thames Cruise1 hour (approx.)$13.44 4.5London Eye River Cruise40 minutes (approx.)$21.50 4.5London Eye River Cruise and Standard London Eye Ticket45 minutes (approx.)$63.83 4.0Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames1 hour (approx.)$33.76 4.5London: Ghost Walk and River Thames Boat Ride2 hours$26 4.0City Sightseeing London HOHO Bus Tour & Optional River Cruise2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$37.00 4.4London: Fully Flexible River Thames Sightseeing Pass1 day$18 4.5Lunch River Cruise on the Thames with 2-Course Meal1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$59.67 4.0Afternoon Tea River Cruise on the Thames1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$55.12 4.8London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour and River Thames Cruise1 day$117 5.0Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment or Westminster Pier -70 minutes1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)$102.63 5.0Skip the Line Tower of London & Westminster Tour and River Cruise6 to 8 hours (approx.)$165.04 4.9London: River Thames Speed Boat Tour$80.75 4.0London: Hop-On Hop-Off 1 Day River Thames Adventure – Uber Boat1 day (approx.)$34.83 4.0Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$85.01 4.0Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise15 hours (approx.)$387.35 4.0River Thames Evening Cruise with Sparkling wine and Canapés2 hours (approx.)$45.22 5.0Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London45 minutes (approx.)$90.08 4.5Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge6 hours (approx.)$192.29 4.0Tower Bridge River Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster1 hour (approx.)$18.60 3.5London Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off with Optional Thames Cruise$53.49