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title: Thames River Cruises
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: London
country: United Kingdom
tours: 25
price_from_eur: 12
reviews_total: 16443
as_of: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/thames-river-cruises/
---

# Thames River Cruises

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## All 25 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/high-speed-thames-river-speedboat-in-london/?format=md) | Small-Group Tours | €83 per person | 4.96 (4332) | 50m | daily 10:00–19:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 2 | [Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/thames-rockets-sunset-london-speedboat-experience/?format=md) |  | €77 per person | 4.99 (259) | 50m | Thu Fri Sat Sun 16:00–17:15 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/thames-high-speed-zone-speedboat-in-london/?format=md) | Small-Group Tours | €77 per person | 4.93 (602) | 45m | Fri Sat Sun 14:00–15:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 4 | [Shakespeare in the City Walk - In Shakespeare's footsteps North of the Thames](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/shakespeare-in-the-city-walk-in-shakespeare-s-footsteps-north-of-the-thames/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €24 per person | 4.97 (125) | 2h | Fri 11:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 5 | [Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -70 minutes](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/speedboat-cruise-tour-embankment-or-westminster-pier-70-minutes/?format=md) | Westminster & Royal London | €90 per person | 4.87 (815) | 1h 10m | daily 10:05–17:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 6 | [London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London & Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-westminster-abbey-big-ben-tower-of-london-cruise/?format=md) | Tower of London Tours, Westminster & Royal London | €112 per person | 4.88 (358) | 7h | daily exc Sun 09:00–10:00 | up to 20 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 7 | [Speedboat Sightseeing: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -45 Minutes](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/speedboat-sightseeing-embankment-or-westminster-pier-45-minutes/?format=md) | Westminster & Royal London | €69 per person | 4.88 (315) | 45m | daily 09:00–17:45 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 8 | [Hot Tub Boat Tour in London - London's most unique tour](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/hot-tub-boat-tour-in-london-london-s-most-unique-tour/?format=md) |  | €54 per person | 4.87 (400) | 2h | daily exc Sat 15:45–18:45 | up to 7 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 9 | [Rocket Rebel London Speedboat Experience](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/rocket-rebel-london-speedboat-experience/?format=md) |  | €77 per person | 4.89 (81) | 50m | Thu Fri Sat Sun 10:15–17:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 10 | [London River Thames Cruise with Afternoon Tea or Dinner](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-river-thames-cruise-with-afternoon-tea-or-dinner/?format=md) | Food Tours | €65 per person | 4.97 (30) | 1h 30m–2h 30m | daily 12:30–19:30 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant |
| 11 | [London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster & River Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-in-a-day-tower-of-london-westminster-river-cruise/?format=md) | Tower of London Tours, Westminster & Royal London | €113 per person | 4.8 (1034) | 6h–8h | daily 08:45–10:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 12 | [Early Access Tower of London, Crown Jewels & Thames River Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/early-access-tower-of-london-crown-jewels-thames-river-cruise/?format=md) | Tower of London Tours | €94 per person | 4.8 (293) | 4h 45m | daily 08:15–09:15 | up to 20 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 13 | [Speedboat 'Ultimate Tower Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 minutes](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/speedboat-ultimate-tower-blast-from-tower-millennium-pier-40-minutes/?format=md) |  | €68 per person | 4.79 (220) | 40m | daily 09:20–17:40 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 14 | [Speedboat 'Tower RIB Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 20 minutes](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/speedboat-tower-rib-blast-from-tower-millennium-pier-20-minutes/?format=md) | Small-Group Tours | €45 per person | 4.79 (270) | 20m | daily 09:00–17:40 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 15 | [London Eye River Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-eye-river-cruise/?format=md) |  | €18 per person | 4.78 (1995) | 40m | daily 10:45–19:45 | up to 6 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it +4 |
| 16 | [Official Tower of London River Tour Sightseeing River Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/official-tower-of-london-river-tour-sightseeing-river-cruise/?format=md) | Tower of London Tours | €22 per person | 4.76 (226) | 40m | daily 09:45–17:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 17 | [Silent Disco London Thames Boat Party](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/silent-disco-london-thames-boat-party/?format=md) |  | €36 per person | 4.74 (135) | 3h–4h | Sat 19:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 18 | [Thames Beachcombing/Mudlarking](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/thames-beachcombing-mudlarking/?format=md) |  | €48 per person | 4.73 (123) | 2h | Sun 09:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 19 | [Secrets of London Bike Tour: Thames, Tower Bridge, and Market](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/secrets-of-london-bike-tour-thames-tower-bridge-and-market/?format=md) | Bike Tours | €54 per person | 4.67 (60) | 4h | daily 10:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 20 | [Changing of Guards, Big Ben, Tower of London, Beefeaters & Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/changing-of-guards-big-ben-tower-of-london-beefeaters-cruise/?format=md) | Pub Tours & Pub Crawls, Tower of London Tours, Westminster & Royal London | €113 per person | 4.68 (76) | 4h | Mon Wed Fri Sat Sun 10:15 | up to 25 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 21 | [Easy Access Tower Bridge and Engine Room & Scenic Thames Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/easy-access-tower-bridge-and-engine-room-scenic-thames-cruise/?format=md) | Pub Tours & Pub Crawls | €82 per person | 4.56 (36) | 3h | Thu Fri Sat Sun 09:15–11:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 22 | [VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/vip-early-access-opening-ceremony-tower-of-london-river-cruise/?format=md) | Tower of London Tours, Small-Group Tours | €113 per person | 4.73 (442) | 2h 30m–3h | daily 08:15–10:00 | up to 20 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 23 | [Comedy Night on The River Thames](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/comedy-night-on-the-river-thames/?format=md) | Night Tours | €12 per person | 4.66 (173) | 3h | Tue Fri Sat | up to 15 per booking · instant |
| 24 | [Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/westminster-to-greenwich-sightseeing-thames-cruise-in-london/?format=md) | Westminster & Royal London | €20 per person | 4.61 (3548) | 1h | daily 10:00–16:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it/cmn |
| 25 | [Tower of London Guided Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise](https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/tower-of-london-guided-tour-with-optional-thames-river-cruise/?format=md) | Tower of London Tours | €91 per person | 4.54 (495) | 1h 30m | daily 08:30–11:30 | up to 20 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |

## Why each made the list

- **High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London** — See Big Ben, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral from a speedboat before accelerating along the Thames. A guide, skipper and lifejacket are included; pregnant passengers cannot travel, and guests must be able to sit unaided. 4.96 from 4332 reviews at €83 per person for 50m.
- **Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience** — A sunset speedboat ride on the Thames takes you past the Gherkin and towards Tower Bridge. A seasonal drink, lifejacket and guided commentary are included; passengers must be over eighteen, and pregnant passengers cannot travel. 4.99 from 259 reviews at €77 per person for 50m.
- **Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London** — A rigid-inflatable boat takes you along the Thames River past Tower Bridge, the Greenwich Peninsula arena and Canary Wharf at high speed. A lifejacket, skipper and guide are included; the minimum age is ten, and pregnant passengers cannot travel. 4.93 from 602 reviews at €77 per person for 45m.
- **Shakespeare in the City Walk - In Shakespeare's footsteps North of the Thames** — Trace Shakespeare's London connections north of the Thames through places linked to his life and work. A professional guide and live entertainment are included; moderate fitness is required and the walk runs in all weather. 4.97 from 125 reviews at €24 per person for 2h.
- **Speedboat Cruise Tour: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -70 minutes** — Take a high-speed RIB cruise on the River Thames towards the Thames Barrier, choosing Embankment or Westminster as your departure pier. A life jacket and weather-dependent poncho are included; the ride is not recommended during pregnancy. 4.87 from 815 reviews at €90 per person for 1h 10m.
- **London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London & Cruise** — Connect Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Tower of London with a guided route and a River Thames boat ride. Abbey timed entry, Tower access and the boat ride are included; extensive walking requires a high level of fitness. 4.88 from 358 reviews at €112 per person for 7h.
- **Speedboat Sightseeing: Embankment OR Westminster Pier -45 Minutes** — See the Houses of Parliament, HMS Belfast and Execution Dock on a speedboat route towards Canary Wharf. The cruise includes a lifejacket and a poncho if needed, but is not recommended during pregnancy or for travellers with spinal injuries. 4.88 from 315 reviews at €69 per person for 45m.
- **Hot Tub Boat Tour in London - London's most unique tour** — Tour the waterways of Canary Wharf in a heated floating hot tub with a small shared group of up to seven. The boat session and guided commentary are included; bring or rent towels, swimwear and robes, as these are excluded. 4.87 from 400 reviews at €54 per person for 2h.
- **Rocket Rebel London Speedboat Experience** — Travel along the river Thames to Canary Wharf by speedboat, with live comedy commentary between views of London's landmarks. Lifejackets and a professional crew are included; pregnant guests cannot travel. 4.89 from 81 reviews at €77 per person for 50m.
- **London River Thames Cruise with Afternoon Tea or Dinner** — Pair a River Thames cruise with afternoon tea or an evening meal on the water. The dinner option includes a two-course meal and live music; afternoon tea excludes children under five, while dinner is adults only. 4.97 from 30 reviews at €65 per person for 1h 30m–2h 30m.
- **London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster & River Cruise** — Combine Westminster landmarks, a Thames River cruise and the Tower of London with its Crown Jewels in one guided outing. Tower admission is included, but Westminster Abbey entry depends on the selected departure, and the route involves substantial walking. 4.8 from 1034 reviews at €113 per person for 6h–8h.
- **Early Access Tower of London, Crown Jewels & Thames River Cruise** — The main option pairs early Crown Jewels access with a Thames cruise and a guided Westminster walk. Tower admission is included, but its interior is self-guided; the Opening Ceremony option ends at the Tower and omits the Westminster walk. 4.8 from 293 reviews at €94 per person for 4h 45m.
- **Speedboat 'Ultimate Tower Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 minutes** — Speed along the Thames past Greenwich to the Thames Barrier and back, with a music playlist, live commentary and lifejackets included. This high-speed ride is not recommended during pregnancy or for travellers with spinal injuries. 4.79 from 220 reviews at €68 per person for 40m.
- **Speedboat 'Tower RIB Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 20 minutes** — Ride a rigid inflatable speedboat from Tower Millennium Pier, passing under Tower Bridge towards Canary Wharf and back. Live commentary, a life jacket and a weather-dependent poncho are included; the ride is not recommended during pregnancy. 4.79 from 270 reviews at €45 per person for 20m.
- **London Eye River Cruise** — A circular River Thames cruise takes in London's riverside landmarks from the water. Live commentary is included, but tickets cannot be changed or refunded, so the departure time needs to fit your plans. 4.78 from 1995 reviews at €18 per person for 40m.
- **Official Tower of London River Tour Sightseeing River Cruise** — Cruise a circular Thames route from Tower Bridge Quay past St Paul's Cathedral and The Globe, with live commentary and a guaranteed seat. Tower of London entry is excluded, and the advertised electric boat may be substituted. 4.76 from 226 reviews at €22 per person for 40m.
- **Silent Disco London Thames Boat Party** — Dance aboard a River Thames night cruise with silent disco headphones that let you choose your DJ while passing London's sights. Boat party entry and headphone hire are included; the activity is not recommended during pregnancy. 4.74 from 135 reviews at €36 per person for 3h–4h.
- **Thames Beachcombing/Mudlarking** — Search the Thames foreshore for washed-up objects at low tide, with a local guide explaining what to look for. Gloves and bags are included; the meeting place and time depend on tides, and boots are required for stony, muddy ground. 4.73 from 123 reviews at €48 per person for 2h.
- **Secrets of London Bike Tour: Thames, Tower Bridge, and Market** — Cycle along the River Thames, cross Tower Bridge and pause at Borough Market for lunch. Guiding, a bike and helmet are included; lunch costs extra, and everyone must ride independently with at least moderate fitness. 4.67 from 60 reviews at €54 per person for 4h.
- **Changing of Guards, Big Ben, Tower of London, Beefeaters & Cruise** — Combine a royal London walk, a Thames boat ride and Tower of London entry with a Beefeater meet-and-greet. A guide is included; a Westminster walk replaces the guard ceremony on weekends or if it is cancelled. 4.68 from 76 reviews at €113 per person for 4h.
- **Easy Access Tower Bridge and Engine Room & Scenic Thames Cruise** — Pair Tower Bridge's Glass Walkways and Victorian Engine Rooms with a Thames cruise to Westminster Bridge. Guided visits, entry and the cruise are included; the walking route involves uneven surfaces and stairs. 4.56 from 36 reviews at €82 per person for 3h.
- **VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise** — The VIP Opening Ceremony option pairs early Tower of London entry with the opening ritual and first entry to the Jewel House. A guide is included, but the ceremony and flexible one-way river cruise pass depend on the option selected. 4.73 from 442 reviews at €113 per person for 2h 30m–3h.
- **Comedy Night on The River Thames** — Watch stand-up in a floating comedy club on the River Thames, with views of Big Ben and the Houses Of Parliament from the venue. A seated comedy ticket and nightclub entry after the show are included; guests must be eighteen or older. 4.66 from 173 reviews at €12 per person for 3h.
- **Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London** — Cruise from Westminster Pier to Greenwich, starting beside the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Live commentary and an audio guide app are included; the standard ticket is one-way, with a round trip available as an upgrade. 4.61 from 3548 reviews at €20 per person for 1h.
- **Tower of London Guided Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise** — Explore Traitor's Gate, Tower Green and the Bloody Tower on a storytelling walk. Reserved entry includes access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower, but the Crown Jewels visit is unguided and the Thames cruise requires the relevant option. 4.54 from 495 reviews at €91 per person for 1h 30m.

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## FAQ

**How many thames river cruises tours in London are available on Guidekin?**

25 thames river cruises tours are available for booking in London on Guidekin. The top-rated is High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London with 4.96/5 from 4,332 reviews.

**How much do thames river cruises tours in London cost?**

Prices range from €12 to €113 per person. The most affordable option is Comedy Night on The River Thames at €12. The premium choice is Changing of Guards, Big Ben, Tower of London, Beefeaters & Cruise at €113.

**What are the best thames river cruises tours in London?**

Based on 16443 traveler reviews across 25 tours, High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.96/5 (4,332 reviews).

**How long do thames river cruises tours in London last?**

Duration ranges from 20 min to 7h. The shortest is Speedboat 'Tower RIB Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 20 minutes at 20 min. The longest is London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London & Cruise at 7h.

**How do I book thames river cruises tours in London on Guidekin?**

Browse 25 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most thames river cruises tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


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