--- title: Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 77 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 602 duration_minutes: 45 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 3 of 25 (Thames River Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/thames-high-speed-zone-speedboat-in-london/ --- # Thames High-Speed Zone Speedboat in London **Guidekin's take:** 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. ## Overview Unleash your inner adrenaline junkie on a 45-minute high-speed cruise on the Thames River in London. Board your modern RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) with an expert skipper and guide, and feel the thrill as you speed through the British capital at speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour. Zoom past top London attractions including Tower Bridge, The O2 arena and Canary Wharf, and learn about the city's history from your guide’s entertaining commentary. Small-group experience with numbers limited to 12 people. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Departure Point: Bankside Pier, - Max 12 people: small group - Starts 14:00, 15:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €65: ages 10 to 14 ## Key facts - Price: from €77 per person - Duration: 45m - Rating: 4.93/5 from 602 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Thames Rockets ## What's included - Lifejacket - Guide - Professional skipper ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Shakespeare's Globe Theatre** (pass by, no stop) - The only building in London today since the Great Fire of 1666 that is allowed by law a thatch roof in its construction. 2. **Thames River** (pass by, no stop) - Your on board comedian guide will make sure you are fully prepped and ready for this #1 experience. Feel the engines roar as you glide away from St Katharine Pier and straight into the high-speed zone. 3. **Tower Bridge** (pass by, no stop) - There's plenty of photo opportunities as you see Tower Bridge from a whole new perspective. Whether it's a birthday, celebration or just a great day out you are guaranteed to make memories. 4. **Canary Wharf** (pass by, no stop) - Suddenly the 630hp engines kick in to full throttle. Hold on tight as we propel you at 30 knots (that's 35mph!) down the most famous waterway in the world! 5. **Cutty Sark** (pass by, no stop) - Get ready to twist and turn, whooping and cheering as we head east. Catch the sights along the way from Tower Bridge to Canary Wharf, Greenwich and beyond. 6. **Greenwich** (pass by, no stop) - A quick stop at Greenwich to catch your breath. Enjoy hearing about this historic site with the beautiful backdrop of the Old Royal Naval College. A quick opportunity to adjust the hair... before it's time to take off again. 7. **The Georgian Squares of London** (pass by, no stop) - Bounce across the wake in this adrenaline fuelled adventure. A bespoke soundtrack will have you singing all the way with tunes from the modern day back to the 1950's - there really is something for everyone. 8. **The Thames Barrier Information Centre** (pass by, no stop) - Take in the sight of the incredible Thames Flood Barrier. Pause for breath as your guide explains the details behind this feat of modern engineering. Don't get too comfy though - because it's time to turn around and fly all the way back non-stop! ## Schedule - Runs: Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 14:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Departure Point: Bankside Pier, Central London, SE1 9DT Directions: The pier is situated close to Southwark Bridge on the south side of the river. Dates: Friday, Saturday, Sunday Return point: Returns to original departure point Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJp7d0oqkEdkgRSoN2sqZmwsE ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Children under 15 years must be accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 10 years - All seats must be pre-booked with the supplier, refer to voucher for further details - Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel ## Compared with other Thames River Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 25** | €77 | 45 min | 4.93 (602) | shared, max 12 | | [High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London](/uk/london/tours/high-speed-thames-river-speedboat-in-london/?format=md) | €83 | 50 min | 4.96 (4332) | shared | | [Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience](/uk/london/tours/thames-rockets-sunset-london-speedboat-experience/?format=md) | €77 | 50 min | 4.99 (259) | shared | | [Shakespeare in the City Walk - In Shakespeare's footsteps North of the Thames](/uk/london/tours/shakespeare-in-the-city-walk-in-shakespeare-s-footsteps-north-of-the-thames/?format=md) | €24 | 2h | 4.97 (125) | shared | Ranked #3 of 25 in Thames River Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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