
Official Tower Of London River Tour

About
See London from the River Thames on the official Tower of London River Tour, a 40-minute circular sightseeing cruise departing from Tower Bridge Quay.
The tour includes live commentary written by a co-creator of the BBC comedy Ghosts and delivered by trained guides.
Along the way, you’ll see more than 20 of London’s best-known landmarks, including the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye, and Big Ben.
The commentary shares stories about the city’s history and the landmarks along the Thames, with content developed by Historic Royal Palaces.
The cruise takes place aboard the Silver Raven, the UK’s first fully electric sightseeing boat. The vessel features comfortable seating, large windows, and views from every seat. Refreshments, including English sparkling wine, are available to purchase from the onboard bar (at your own expense).
What's Included
- Live guide
- River cruise
- Onboard bar
- Departs from Tower of London
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks (available for purchase onboard)
- Entry to the Tower of London
Must Know
- Tour runs in all weather unless deemed unsafe by the operator
- Entry to the Tower of London is not included
Instructions
On-site usage
- Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at Tower Bridge Quay
- The tour departs from Tower Bridge Quay, next to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge
- The tour ends at Tower Bridge Quay near St Katherine’s Docks
Meeting Point
Get There
St Katharine's & Wapping, London
EC3N 4AB
Reschedule and cancellation policy
Cancel for free until 2 days before your visit date and get a full refund.
Free Cancellation
Cancel for free until 2 days before your visit date and get a full refund.
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