15 start times between 09:00 and 17:40 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
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 20 min.
In our comparison: #14 of 24 in Thames River Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Children from €40 (ages 3 to 13). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
4.8
270 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 257 of 270
Star breakdown of all 270 ratings
5 stars
249 · 92%
4 stars
8 · 3%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
11 · 4%
What reviewers say
Reviewers enjoy the speed, music and reassuring crew; some expected more sightseeing commentary
Praised
Bursts of speed and sharp turns along the Thames
Friendly crew and clear safety instructions that help passengers feel secure
Music that complements the fast ride, especially the James Bond theme
Views of Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf and other riverside landmarks
Children and older relatives enjoying the ride together
Complaints
Some found the ride expensive, while others felt it was good value
Some wanted more sightseeing commentary, while others praised the guide's explanations
Some struggled to reschedule missed departures, while others were offered another sailing
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (11 August 2024 to 27 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Departure Point: Tower Millennium Pier
Address: Tower Millennium Pier
Lower Thames Street
London
EC3N 4DT
Directions: Tower Pier is located next to the entrance to the Tower of London.
A 10 minute walk from Tower Hill Station
Dates: Daily
Return point: Returns to original departure point · Open in Google Maps
Departure
15 start times between 09:00 and 17:40 daily; scheduled through December 2026 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Thames Rib Experience; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
Tower of London
Tower of London
Pass by, no stop
HMS Belfast
HMS Belfast
Pass by, no stop
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge
Pass by, no stop
Execution Dock - actual location
Location where executions took place over the course of 400 years, including that of the infamous Captain Kidd.
Pass by, no stop
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf
Pass by, no stop
The View from The Shard
The View from the Shard
Pass by, no stop
About this tour, from the operator
Blast along the River Thames on this 20 minute TOWER RIB BLAST round-trip speedboat cruise from Tower Millennium Pier. Once suited up, sit back and take in the view as you head along the river past the Tower of London and under Tower Bridge. Then its throttle time! Feel the FULL throttle of the RIB's (rigid inflatable boat) 740hp twin turbo engines as you roar along the River Thames towards Canary Wharf & back to Tower in the same fashion... It's a 20 minute BLAST! Thrill in the high speeds and intense wave crashing action at full power all the way back to the Tower Pier. Small-group trips are limited to a maximum of 12 people.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passengers who are pregnant or have any form of heart or back complaints cannot travel
ANYBODY PREGNANT, WITH HEART OR BACK PROBLEMS / OR OTHER SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS IS PROHIBITED
Children
Children 13 years & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Children 14 years & over can travel without an adult at parent/guardian discretion
Please note that children have to weigh a minimum of 15kg (2.36 stone)
Accessibility
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
If your trip is subject to our Minimum Passenger Number Policy you will be contacted 24 hours before to be offered an alternative time or date to travel
Changes made after booking may be subject to a £35.00 admin fee
Refunds or reschedules will not be offered if you miss the trip. It is important to arrive 15 minutes before your departure time.
Good to know
Children from €40 ages 3 to 13
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #14 of 24 in Thames River Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €19 to €114, median €74; typical length 1h 30m. 0 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 24 Thames River Cruises