Thames Cruise

Overview

Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the entertaining live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum

Itinerary

• 1

  Houses of Parliament

  Embark on the themes Cruise at the Parliament Ship dock and pass the Elizabeth Tower where the famous Big Ben bell chimes every quarter hour. Learn about the role of MPs who sit in the House of Commons and the function of the House of Lords

• 2

  London Eye

  The London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel, offering wonderful views of London during its 30-minute rotation

• 3

  Royal Festival Hall

  Built in 1951 for the Festival of Britain, the venue is host to many international concerts. The complex includes restaurants and bars with great views of the river

• 4

  Tate Modern

  Housed in the converted Bankside power station, the Tate Modern is a ‘family-friendly’ modern art gallery, with a free permanent collection as well as specialist exhibitions

• 5

  St. Paul's Cathedral

  Built by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London, St Paul’s is simply awe-inspiring. See amazing views from the dome, but be warned, it’s 530 steps to the top!

• 6

  Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

  A replica of the original Globe Theatre with daily behind-the-scenes tours, and a summer season of Shakespeare’s plays as Elizabethan audiences would have seen them

• 7

  HMS Belfast

  Explore the nine decks of this warship to discover what life was like onboard during the Second World War

• 8

  Tower of London

  Explore a thousand years of history. Visit the Bloody Tower, see where royalty lived - and were executed - and marvel at the Crown Jewels

• 9

  Tower Bridge

  An excellent example of Victorian engineering at its best. Find out how it works and see the Thames through the glass floors of the walkway in the Tower Bridge Experience

• 10

  Cutty Sark

  Visit Cutty Sark in Greenwich for an action-packed day out on one of the world's most famous ships. Meet figures from the ship’s past like Captain Woodget and the ship’s cook and hear their epic stories about life on board the fastest ship of her time. Take the helm at the ship's wheel, visit the crew's quarters, then relax with a coffee and a cake at the ship’s café. Cutty Sark is the world's sole surviving tea clipper and now an award-winning visitor attraction

• 11

  Royal Observatory Greenwich

  Take a selfie at the historic Prime Meridian where east meets west and take your place at the centre of the world. Whilst you're at the top of the hill at the Royal Observatory be sure to enjoy the views of London and beautiful Greenwich Park, the perfect chance to point out landmarks to your kids. Visit the beautiful Flamsteed House, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and historic home to Britain's Astronomers Royal. Take a fascinating glimpse into the apartments where the Astronomers Royal and their families lived and worked in our new Observatory Life display. On top of Flamsteed House is one of the world’s earliest public time signals, the bright red Time Ball, which has been in operation since 1833. See it drop at 1pm every day!

• 12

  Greenwich Park

  Overlooking the River Thames and home to one of London’s most iconic views, Greenwich Park is an amazing mix of 17th-century landscape, stunning gardens and a rich history that dates back to Roman times

• 13

  Old Royal Naval College

  The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich is one of the most spectacular and important baroque interiors in Europe

• 14

  Greenwich Market

  London's only historic market set in a World Heritage Site. Open 7 days a week 10:00 - 17:30. Find street food, antiques, fashion, boutique shops and more

• 15

  National Maritime Museum

  The National Maritime Museum – the largest of its kind in the world – sets out to illuminate the history of Britain's encounters with the sea, at the end of the Cruise trip, Dis-embark and catch a the return cruise boat from Greenwich back to Westminister

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