London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 1,756 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise worth booking?
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise is a 1-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from £5 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1,756 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1,756)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- £5 per person
Travel London’s River Thames with a Single Journey Ticket on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. This ticket allows you to travel to or from any pier between Battersea Power Station and Barking Riverside, giving you the freedom to explore the city’s Central and East zones. Whether commuting or sightseeing, it’s the perfect way to enjoy London’s riverside charm. Relax in climate- controlled indoor cabins or enjoy the outdoor deck as you pass landmarks like the London Eye, Tower of London, Canary Wharf, Greenwich and many more. With frequent departures and comfortable seating, this ticket offers a stress-free and scenic way to navigate the city. Experience London from the water -your journey, your choice!
What you get
About this experience
Travel London’s River Thames with a Single Journey Ticket on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. This ticket allows you to travel to or from any pier between Battersea Power Station and Barking Riverside, giving you the freedom to explore the city’s Central and East zones. Whether commuting or sightseeing, it’s the perfect way to enjoy London’s riverside charm. Relax in climate- controlled indoor cabins or enjoy the outdoor deck as you pass landmarks like the London Eye, Tower of London, Canary Wharf, Greenwich and many more. With frequent departures and comfortable seating, this ticket offers a stress-free and scenic way to navigate the city. Experience London from the water -your journey, your choice!
What's included
Included
- One-way journey on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers
- Free digital 'River Guide' available here: https://www.thamesclippers.com/explore-london/river-guide
- Comfortable indoor seating and access to covered outdoor areas
- Air-conditioned boat
- Freedom to board or disembark at any pier (between Battersea Power Station to Barking Riverside)
Not included
- Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)
- Travel from/to West zone (Putney - Battersea Power Station)
- Entrance tickets to attractions along the route.
- Pick-Up is not included - please go the to the pier.
What you'll see and do
Battersea Power Station
An iconic Art Deco giant reborn as a riverside hub of culture, dining, and design.
1 minutes here
Vauxhall Bridge
A handsome red-and-yellow bridge decorated with sculptures symbolizing arts and science.
Pass by without stopping
Lambeth Palace
The 800-year-old London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury, steeped in history.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Houses of Parliament
The majestic heart of British democracy, crowned by the timeless chime of Big Ben.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
London Eye
Soar above the skyline in this massive observation wheel offering panoramic city views.
Pass by without stopping
Southbank Centre
A buzzing arts complex where creativity dances on the river’s edge.
1 minutes here
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
A faithful recreation of the Bard’s legendary playhouse - catch a live show riverside!
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Millennium Bridge
A sleek footbridge leading your gaze directly to Wren’s magnificent St. Paul's cathedral dome. Known from Harry Potter movies.
1 minutes here
Tate Modern
A former power station transformed into a world-class gallery of contemporary art.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
St. Paul's Cathedral
Sir Christopher Wren’s majestic dome rises above London, a symbol of resilience and grace.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
The Shard
Western Europe’s tallest skyscraper, slicing the sky with futuristic elegance.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
HMS Belfast
A mighty WWII warship turned floating museum - step aboard naval history!
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Tower of London
A thousand years of royal intrigue, guarded by ravens and the glittering Crown Jewels.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Tower Bridge
A Victorian masterpiece that lifts to let ships sail into the heart of the city.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
Canary Wharf
A gleaming forest of skyscrapers showcasing London’s modern financial power.
1 minutes here
Up at The O2
An immense dome of entertainment, from concerts to climbing adventures. Entrance to the O2 arena is free but taking the climb requires ticket purchasing.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
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No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
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Shakespeare's Globe, Tate Modern
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View from the Shard, Borough market
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Tower of London, Tower Bridge
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Cutty Sark, Royal Observatory, Old Royal Naval College - Painted Hall
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The O2 arena
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Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Uber Boat by Thames Clippers
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All our piers are step-free and wheelchair accessible except for Cadogan, London Bridge City and Wandsworth Riverside Quarter piers. This is because the brow can become too steep, dependant on the tide, at these locations, making it unsafe for wheelchair users.
- Tickets are valid within Central and East zone ( between Battersea and Barking Riverside piers).
- Tickets are not valid on The O2 express services.
- Please present your printed or e-ticket at any of our piers (within East and Central zones).
- You can get on the boat and travel at any of our piers between Central and East Zone (Battersea Power Station and Barking Riverside).
- Children up to the age of 10 must always be accompanied by an adult.
- Tickets are valid for the day selected during booking for a single journey from anywhere between Battersea Power Station and Barking Riverside.
- Boarding is based on a first come first served basis
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,744 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
1,744 verified traveler reviews for London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Safe and Pleasurable!
An extremely safe and pleasurable experience taking in great sights and views in clean and comfortable surroundings with very friendly and helpful staff at a reasonable price!
via Tripadvisor
Although we had a pre...
Although we had a pre booked trip but couldn’t get to enjoy because the boats had no capacity to take us 4. 2 of our friends were having to celebrate their 60th birthday so We waited for more than an hour, 5boats passed through but no one could take us. Never again!
via Viator
Lovely day out in London
I traveled from Embankment pier to Greenwich pier, the views were amazing and the boats were fabulous. Archie and Benjamin at embankment were a huge help giving us recommendations and being patient even though the pier was very busy. Very professional staff and boats were so much fun!!
Response from the operator: Hello Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your journey from Embankment to Greenwich and were able to take in the amazing views along the river. It's wonderful to know that Archie and Benjamin provided such helpful, patient, and professional service, especially during a busy period at the pier. We'll be sure to pass on your kind comments to them and their manager, as I'm sure they will be pleased to receive this recognition. Thank you again for your lovely review. We hope to welcome you back on board for another enjoyable trip soon. Kind regards, The Uber Boat by Thames Clippers Team
via Tripadvisor
Cold, unhelpful staff when I lost my passport – avoid if you value customer care
I left my bag, with my passport inside, on board just after getting off at the Greenwich Pier. I noticed within seconds and immediately walked back against the crowd, calling out to a staff member twice. He looked straight past me and ignored me. By the time I reached the pier, the boat had pulled away. Another staff member sent me back to the same person. I simply asked if he could radio the crew to look out for my bag, and offered to meet the boat at the next stop or wait where I was. His answer: "There's nothing I can do." He told me to call customer service. Customer service was no better. They repeated generic information and refused to contact the crew to even confirm whether my bag had been found. I have onward travel across Europe, all of which is now at risk without my passport. A quick radio call could have saved me days of stress and a lot of money. Yes, leaving my bag was my mistake. But I've read other reviews here where staff at different piers radioed the crew straight away and passengers got their belongings back. So the staff clearly can help; in my case, they just chose not to. The boats themselves are fine, but if anything goes wrong, don't expect any help or empathy. Management needs to seriously improve staff training and attitude.
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate that discovering a bag containing important personal documents has been left behind can be a stressful experience. However, customers are responsible for ensuring they have all personal belongings with them when leaving our vessels and piers. In this instance, your bag was left on board and subsequently located by our crew. Once a matching lost property report was received and the item was identified, contact was made with you at the earliest opportunity to arrange its return. We are pleased that the bag was safely recovered and reunited with you. While our teams will always make every reasonable effort to assist in locating and returning lost property, we cannot guarantee the immediate recovery of items, nor can vessels be delayed or interrupted while in service to conduct searches. Lost property reports are managed through an established process designed to maximise the likelihood of items being correctly identified and returned to their owners. We note your comments regarding the assistance you felt you received at the time and will share this feedback with the relevant management team. However, given that the item was located and arrangements were made to contact you as soon as a match was confirmed, we believe the lost property process operated as intended in this case. Thank you for your feedback, and we are pleased that your belongings were successfully returned. Kind regards Uber Boat by Thames Clippers Team
via Tripadvisor
Thank goodness for Norman
Thank goodness for Norman who was working on the on off section at North Greenwich. He was so helpful after we were given the wrong information by members of staff at the top of the Entrance.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are delighted to hear that Norman was able to assist and provide helpful service during your visit. Your comments will be shared with Norman and the relevant management team. We hope to welcome you on board again soon. Kind regards, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- £5 to £10
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 615
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, who run 20 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.2.
See everything Uber Boat by Thames Clippers runsWhy this scores 69
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London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise cost?
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Prices start at £5 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1,756 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise?
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Around 615 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames 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 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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise?
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Included: One-way journey on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers; Free digital 'River Guide' available here: https://www.thamesclippers.com/explore-london/r; Comfortable indoor seating and access to covered outdoor areas; Air-conditioned boat; and Freedom to board or disembark at any pier (between Battersea Power Station to Barking Rive. Not included: Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard); Travel from/to West zone (Putney - Battersea Power Station); Entrance tickets to attractions along the route; and Pick-Up is not included - please go the to the pier. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise?
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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: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise 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: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise?
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Across 1,756 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities. The views and photo stops come up again and again.
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