London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner
London, United Kingdom

London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner

Outty Ranking 45 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $49
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45/100

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5.0/5

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Is London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner worth booking?

London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner is a 1-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $49 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
45 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
1 hours
From
$49 per person

Experience London from the River Thames with a scenic City Cruises dining cruise, with 20 years’ experience and thousands of happy customers. Choose the experience that best suits your day: enjoy a relaxed lunch cruise, traditional British afternoon tea, or an evening dinner cruise with live entertainment. Cruise along the River Thames, taking in ever-changing views of London’s most spectacular landmarks, including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, South Bank, St Paul’s Cathedral and Tower Bridge. • London's original dining cruise provider • See London's iconic landmarks from the River Thames • Choose between lunch, traditional afternoon tea or dinner • Enjoy a unique sightseeing experience combined with dining • Ideal for couples, families, celebrations and visitors to London • Multiple cruise experiences available from a single product

What you get

    About this experience

    Experience London from the River Thames with a scenic City Cruises dining cruise, with 20 years’ experience and thousands of happy customers. Choose the experience that best suits your day: enjoy a relaxed lunch cruise, traditional British afternoon tea, or an evening dinner cruise with live entertainment. Cruise along the River Thames, taking in ever-changing views of London’s most spectacular landmarks, including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, South Bank, St Paul’s Cathedral and Tower Bridge. • London's original dining cruise provider • See London's iconic landmarks from the River Thames • Choose between lunch, traditional afternoon tea or dinner • Enjoy a unique sightseeing experience combined with dining • Ideal for couples, families, celebrations and visitors to London • Multiple cruise experiences available from a single product

    What's included

    Included

    • Lunch Cruise: 2-course lunch served onboard if selected
    • Afternoon Tea Cruise: Traditional selection of sandwiches, cakes and scones if selected.
    • Dinner Cruise: 3-Course Dinner with evening live entertainment if selected.
    • Scenic River Thames cruise with panoramic views of iconic landmarks

    What you'll see and do

    1. HMS Belfast

      Sail past the permanently moored former battleship, which is now a floating Royal Naval Museum.

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    2. The Shard

      As you cruise along the River Thames you will be in the perfect position to see London's highest viewing platform.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

      Sail past Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. The Elizabethan playhouse located on the south bank of the River Thames.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. London Eye

      Head to the upper deck and get the perfect picture opportunity of the London Eye.

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    5. Big Ben

      See The majestic Big Ben standing tall against the London sky, its reflection shimmering of the River Thames.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Houses of Parliament

      See the Houses of Parliament rise directly along the edge of the River Thames.

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    7. Tower Bridge

      Pass under Tower Bridge and head to the upper deck to see the bridge in all of its glory.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. St. Paul's Cathedral

      Catch the peak of the St Paul's Cathedral dome where it will stand out from the rest of London's Skyline.

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Canary Wharf

      Canary Wharf will appear on your left as you head down to towards Greenwich.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    London

    London Dinner Cruise departs from Westminster Pier

    Meeting point

    London

    Lunch Cruise & Afternoon Tea depart from Tower Millennium Pier

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    London Dinner Cruise departs from Westminster Pier

    Ends at

    Lunch Cruise & Afternoon Tea depart from Tower Millennium Pier

    Options you can book

    • London Dinner Cruise

      London's original Dinner Cruise Welcome glass of prosecco on arrival 3-Course Dinner 3-Hour River Cruise Live entertainment Starting point: Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH, UK

    • Afternoon Tea River Cruise

      Scrumptious selection of sandwiches, mini pastries, and scones with clotted cream and jam. 1.5-Hour Thames River Cruise Starting point: Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT, UK

    • London Lunch River Cruise

      London Lunch River Cruise: 2-course meal on the Thames river Duration 1 hour 45 minutes Starting point: Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT, UK

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    City Cruises

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    karenmH9532ZR · September 2026

    Take the lunch cruise! You’ll love it!!

    My husband and I had a great time on the lunch cruise. The service was wonderful. The food was excellent. I had the vegetarian meal and it was delicious. My husband enjoyed his meal. We ate at a few nice, expensive restaurants in London and the service on board was MUCH BETTER than at those restaurants. Spring for the VIP tickets and sit in the front of the ship. It’s worth it. I can’t stress enough how much we enjoyed this trip. I read some reviews and found it hard to believe that folks thought this was the highlight of their London trip. Now that I’ve done the cruise, I can understand why they felt that way. It was a very good cruise. We will do it each time we visit London. If I lived in London I’d take all my out of town guests on this cruise.

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    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $49 to $109
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by City Cruises, who run 16 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.5.

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    Why this scores 45

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)77
    Review evidence (18% weight)9
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)63
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner cost?

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    Prices start at $49 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 Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour 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 Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner?

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    Around 0 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner 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 The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. 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.

    What is included in London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner?

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    Included: Lunch Cruise: 2-course lunch served onboard if selected; Afternoon Tea Cruise: Traditional selection of sandwiches, cakes and scones if selected; Dinner Cruise: 3-Course Dinner with evening live entertainment if selected; and Scenic River Thames cruise with panoramic views of iconic landmarks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner?

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    London Dinner Cruise departs from Westminster Pier Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in London. Standard cancellation terms apply.

    What booking options are available for London Thames Dining Cruise: Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including London Dinner Cruise, Afternoon Tea River Cruise, London Lunch River Cruise. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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