
Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour
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Is Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour worth booking?
Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour is a 5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $39 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (5)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Take a cruise along the River Thames after exploring the top sights of Westminster with your own personal tour guide! This is a fun 3 hour London walking tour where you will see the top Westminster Sights. After the wa
What you get
- Admission to the Thames river cruise
- Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
- Private Tour
- Fun Local Guide
About this experience
Take a cruise along the River Thames after exploring the top sights of Westminster with your own personal tour guide! This is a fun 3 hour London walking tour where you will see the top Westminster Sights. After the walking tour, head to Westminster Pier and enjoy a cruise down toward the Tower of London (even going under the famous London Bridge!). One of the most complete London Walking Tours with one of the best London Tour Guides. You will see everything from land then then from the river! We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) Then its time to sail down the river! You'll finish at Tower Pier. All with one of our friendly London tour guides Please note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is only for the 10am tour and on certain days
What's included
Included
- Admission to the Thames river cruise
- Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
- Private Tour
- Fun Local Guide
Not included
- Food and snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
- Umbrella (if it's raining)
What you'll see and do
Buckingham Palace
After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Trafalgar Square
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
20 minutes here
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
20 minutes here
Whitehall
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
20 minutes here
Houses of Parliament
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
40 minutes here
Westminster Abbey
Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
20 minutes here
Thames River
After your walking tour, enjoy a relaxing cruise from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier!
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
• We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) • Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs • The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Top Sights Tours Group LLC
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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly Recommend for New Visitors to London
We had a wonderful tour with David!
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful walking tour and river tour
Really informative tour. Ashley was very knowledgeable and we learned things we would have not learned touring on our on or with a large group. Well worth the time and a great value.
via Viator
Our tour guide Charlotte made this tour. The history she knows about the city was fantastic and on point
Charlotte was our tour guide and boy did we luck out. Very knowledgeable and personable One of the highlights of our trip.
via Tripadvisor
A great day
Charlotte our tour guide was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and personable. Definitely a must. Such a great day and would highly
via Viator
Varied tour (on foot and on boat).
The walking tour was wonderful. Great information from guide Kim—-all provided with a friendly smile, and encouraging us to ask questions and to comment.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $39 to $248
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour cost?
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Prices start at $39 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 Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 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 Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour?
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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 Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour?
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Around 2 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour 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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