
London Eye River Cruise
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 1,888 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is London Eye River Cruise worth booking?
London Eye River Cruise is a 0.7-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $13 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 1,888 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (1,888)
- Duration
- 0.7 hours
- From
- $13 per person
Cruise down the River Thames and learn about London's top landmarks with the London Eye River Cruise expert guides. Discover London’s main riverside attractions by boat with a 40-minute circular Thames River cruise. T
What you get
- 40 minutes circular sightseeing cruise along the River Thames
- Live commentary from our specialist guides
About this experience
Cruise down the River Thames and learn about London's top landmarks with the London Eye River Cruise expert guides. Discover London’s main riverside attractions by boat with a 40-minute circular Thames River cruise. Tickets are non-amendable/ non-refundable
What's included
Included
- 40 minutes circular sightseeing cruise along the River Thames
- Live commentary from our specialist guides
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
London Eye
View from cruise
Pass by without stopping
Tate Modern
View from cruise
Pass by without stopping
St. Paul's Cathedral
View from cruise
Pass by without stopping
Tower of London
View from cruise
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Departure Point: London Eye Pier Go to the London Eye Pier (boarding point 2) 15 mins prior to your cruise time Address: The London Eye London Eye Waterloo Pier London SE1 7PB
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Departure Point: London Eye Pier Go to the London Eye Pier (boarding point 2) 15 mins prior to your cruise time Address: The London Eye London Eye Waterloo Pier London SE1 7PB
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, zh-TW, ru, ja, en, it, fr, es, nl
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The London Eye
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please go to the London Eye Pier ( boarding point 2) 15 minutes before the time shown on your e-ticket.
- All visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point
- Please note: Once the lead passenger name has been added this cannot be changed. Please bring a form of identification that matches the Lead Traveller name on your ticket, with you on the day of your visit, as this may be checked before entry is allowed
- Strollers or heavy luggage are not allowed.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,922 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
1,922 verified traveler reviews for London Eye River Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic
Amazing Expiriance mich the Host was amazing and funny and the views was beautiful definetly go again
via Tripadvisor
Farrukh
It was amazing specially commentator mitch who has all the knowledge which a visitor needs to know specifically history of London..
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Mitch was excellent! Would definitely do this experience again!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience, slightly ruined by other rude passengers
Mitch was great - funny and informative! My only issue is that so many people were talking around me, I asked them to make it louder to hear but they didn’t. Or they should have told people to talk quietly so not to ruin the experience for others around them
via Tripadvisor
Mitch is the man
Mitch was an amazing guide. A credit to London.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13 to $20
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 661
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 89
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
London Eye River Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London Eye River Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $13 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does London Eye River Cruise take?
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Plan for about 0.7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is London Eye River Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 1,888 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule London Eye River Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is London Eye River Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book London Eye River Cruise?
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Around 661 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 0.7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does London Eye River Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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