Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

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(2,909 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Cruise from the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben all the way to Greenwich and discover London's historical sights along the way on this 1-hour Thames river sightseeing trip. With departures from Westminster Pier, live audio commentary, this is a perfect introduction to the city: upgrade for a round trip ticket.

What's Included

Wi-FI audio commentary on your smartphone - English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Mandarin
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Westminster Pier

You will find us here: Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London, SW1A 2JH. Go directly to boarding points B and C at Westminster Pier and join the queue to board the boat. Please present this voucher to the tour supplier's staff. There is no need to queue at the ticket office.

End point
Greenwich Pier

One-way trip ends at Greenwich Pier, next to the Cutty Sark. Round trip returns back to Westminster Pier. At Greenwich, you do not need to stay on the boat. You may disembark, spend some time looking at local attractions, then re-embark on a later return journey.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
  • Houses of Parliament (Pass by)

    The Houses of Parliament are the home of British democracy. The Elizabeth Tower that houses Big Ben is one of the most famous landmarks in London.

    Admission ticket free
  • London Eye (Pass by)

    The London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel, offering wonderful views of London during its 30-minute rotation.

    Admission ticket free
  • Royal Festival Hall (Pass by)

    Built in 1951 for the Festival of Britain, the venue is host to many international concerts. The complex includes restaurants and bars with great views of the river.

    Admission ticket free
  • Tate Modern (Pass by)

    Housed in the converted Bankside power station, the Tate Modern is a ‘family-friendly’ modern art gallery, with a free permanent collection as well as specialist exhibitions.

    Admission ticket free
  • St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass by)

    Built by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London, St Paul’s is simply awe-inspiring. See amazing views from the dome, but be warned, it’s 530 steps to the top!

    Admission ticket free
  • Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (Pass by)

    A replica of the original Globe Theatre with daily behind-the-scenes tours, and a summer season of Shakespeare’s plays as Elizabethan audiences would have seen them.

    Admission ticket free
  • HMS Belfast (Pass by)

    Explore the nine decks of this warship to discover what life was like onboard during the Second World War.

    Admission ticket free
  • Tower of London (Pass by)

    Explore a thousand years of history. Visit the Bloody Tower, see where royalty lived - and were executed - and marvel at the Crown Jewels.

    Admission ticket free
  • Tower Bridge (Pass by)

    An excellent example of Victorian engineering at its best. Find out how it works and see the Thames through the glass floors of the walkway in the Tower Bridge Experience.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Cutty Sark

    Visit Cutty Sark in Greenwich for an action-packed day out on one of the world's most famous ships. Meet figures from the ship’s past like Captain Woodget and the ship’s cook and hear their epic stories about life on board the fastest ship of her time. Take the helm at the ship's wheel, visit the crew's quarters, then relax with a coffee and a cake at the ship’s café. Cutty Sark is the world's sole surviving tea clipper and now an award-winning visitor attraction.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    Take a selfie at the historic Prime Meridian where east meets west and take your place at the centre of the world. Whilst you're at the top of the hill at the Royal Observatory be sure to enjoy the views of London and beautiful Greenwich Park, the perfect chance to point out landmarks to your kids. Visit the beautiful Flamsteed House, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and historic home to Britain's Astronomers Royal. Take a fascinating glimpse into the apartments where the Astronomers Royal and their families lived and worked in our new Observatory Life display. On top of Flamsteed House is one of the world’s earliest public time signals, the bright red Time Ball, which has been in operation since 1833. See it drop at 1pm every day!

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Greenwich Park

    Overlooking the River Thames and home to one of London’s most iconic views, Greenwich Park is an amazing mix of 17th-century landscape, stunning gardens and a rich history that dates back to Roman times.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Old Royal Naval College

    The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich is one of the most spectacular and important baroque interiors in Europe.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Greenwich Market

    London's only historic market set in a World Heritage Site. Open 7 days a week 10am-5.30pm. Find street food, antiques, fashion, boutique shops and more.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    National Maritime Museum

    The National Maritime Museum – the largest of its kind in the world – sets out to illuminate the history of Britain's encounters with the sea.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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