The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise
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The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $56 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 54 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $56 per person
Discover the heart and soul of London on a walking tour combined with a cruise on the River Thames! See the Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, London Eye and more. Extended option: see Buckingham Palace (exterior only) and learn
What you get
About this experience
Discover the heart and soul of London on a walking tour combined with a cruise on the River Thames! See the Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, London Eye and more. Extended option: see Buckingham Palace (exterior only) and learn about the royal history. 3-hour: 2,5-hour Walking Tour & Cruise This option includes tickets for a 30-minute cruise and a 2,5-hour walking tour of London. See the Trafalgar Square, Admiralty Arch, Westminster Palace, Big Ben and more. 4-hour: 3,5-hour Walking Tour & Cruise This option includes tickets for a 30-minute cruise and a 2,5-hour walking tour of London. See the Trafalgar Square, Admiralty Arch, Big Ben, St James Park, Buckingham Palace and more. Follow a 5-Star Local Guide through the streets of Westminster, London and see the city like never before. Discover the past, present and the future of London. On this original tour you can explore the capital on foot and enjoy a relaxing cruise on the River Thames. Let us take you on an adventure!
What's included
Included
- Private walking tour of London's Top Attractions with Sightseeing Cruise
- Extended tour of London with sightseeing outside Buckingham Palace (4-hour option only)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
- (number of attratcions depends on the selected option)
- Skip-the-line tickets for a 30-minute cruise on the River Thames with audio guide
- Expert commentary on London's history and highlights
Not included
- Drinks and snacks on board
- Extended tour of London's Highlights, including Buckingham Palace exterior (in 3-hour option)
What you'll see and do
Meet your guide under the Guards Crimean War Memorial
10 minutes here
Trafalgar Square
Walk around the iconic Trafalgar Square, commemorating the victory of the British Navy.
25 minutes here
Admiralty Arch
Take a moment to look at the Admiralty Arch and soak up the peaceful atmosphere of picturesque St James’s Park. Located in the very heart of the city, it is the oldest of the royal parks in London!
25 minutes here
Westminster Abbey
Walk around the impressive Westminster and see the stunning Westminster Abbey, Westminster Palace and the symbol of London - Elizabeth Tower, better known as the Big Ben.
25 minutes here
London Eye
Then, your Guide will see you off to the boat station, where he will give you tickets and provide you with the necessary information. Finish your unique tour with exciting cruise by the Thames and see iconic spots closely while listening to interesting commentary. Pass by the London Eye, Millennium Bridge and Shakespeare’s Globe. This will be an unforgettable experience!
25 minutes here
St. James's Palace
Marvel at the St James’s Palace built in original Tudor style. Explore the significant Buckingham Palace and hear fascinating facts about the British monarchy. Follow your Guide and discover more gems of Westminster!
25 minutes here
Westminster Cathedral
See the marvelous Westminster Cathedral and admire its beauty. Enrich your experience with fascinating boat cruise as well. Become an expert of London!
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meet your guidein front of the Obelisk Charles James Napier, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DW, UK
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guidein front of the Obelisk Charles James Napier, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DW, UK
Options you can book
3H:2,5-hour WalkingTour+Cruise
Duration: 3 hours: This option includes tickets for a 30-minute cruise and a 2,5-hour walking tour of London. See the Trafalgar Square ,: Admiralty Arch, Westminster Palace, Big Ben and more. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKLO028
4H:3,5-hour WalkingTour+Cruise
Duration: 4 hours: This option includes tickets for a 30-minute cruise and a 2,5-hour walking tour of London. See the Trafalgar Square ,: Admiralty Arch, Big Ben, St James Park, Buckingham Palace and more. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKLO028
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, cmn, ja, en, it, pl, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- UK Tours & Activites
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions included in the itinerary depends on the selected option. Sights like St James Park and Buckingham Palace are not included in the basic 3-hour option.
- Please arrive on time as delays may cause you to miss your cruise departure time.
- Your Private Guide will not take part in the cruise. You will be escorted all the way to the pier/dock and given a cruise ticket with all the necessary information.
- The cruise audio guide for the cruise is available via smartphones in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Mandarin.
- The one-way cruise will end by the Tower Bridge.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $56 to $488
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $56 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 The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise take?
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Plan for about 3 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 The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat 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 The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat Cruise?
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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Best Highlights of London Walking Tour & Boat 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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