London Sightseeing Cruise with Lunch - City Cruises

Enjoy river views on a London city cruise

Arrive to Tower Pier at 11.30am to take your seat in the boat’s cosy lower deck, surrounded by panoramic windows for fantastic views of the city.The cruise will set off, past the iconic Tower of London and Tower Bridge, and London’s modern masterpiece, the Shard skyscraper.

You’ll make your way down the Thames, past the London Eye, with great views of the Houses of Parliament and iconic Big Ben. Then you’ll travel back east, past Tower Bridge and further still to the business district of Canary Wharf.

Eat lunch on the Thames

While you cruise, enjoy a delicious, hearty lunch served to you at your table. Sip on unlimited tea and coffee as you enjoy the views, and, once you’ve finished dessert, visit the upper deck to feel the fresh breeze and admire the city sights in all their glory.

How long is a London city cruise?

The total length of tour is typically 1 hour 45 minutes. The cruise returns to Tower Pier at around 1.30pm.

How to use your eTicket

Important: Upon booking your tickets for a London city cruise, you will receive a confirmation of payment, and then be emailed a PDF e-voucher directly from City Cruises within 1-2 working days. You must print your PDF e-ticket and bring it with you, and present it to a member of staff when boarding your cruise boat.

Departure point, dates and times

• The cruise departs from Tower Pier at 11.45am. Please make sure you arrive by 11.30am to board the boat. No refund or rescheduling is available if you miss your departure. 

• Nearest tube station: Tower Hill, Tower Gateway (Zone 1) – show on map

• The cruise finishes at Tower Pier at approx. 1.30pm.

Closure dates

Tickets for your London city cruise will not be valid to use over the Christmas holiday. This includes Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

• 21-25 December

Children

• Children aged 3 and under can travel free if they do not occupy a seat or have a meal

• If the child occupies a seat and/or has a meal then the full fare will be charged

Dietary requirements

• Any dietary requirements (i.e. vegetarian/halal) and/or food allergies must be communicated to City Cruises at least 72 hours before your cruise. You will find the contact details you need on your e-voucher.

• Please note: City Cruises cannot guarantee that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts.

Accessibility Information

• This cruise is not suitable for electric wheelchair users, or for manual wheelchair users who are not able to move from the chair to a fixed table seat.

Sample Menu

Please note: these are sample menus and are subject to change.

Standard Menu

• Main: Thyme, Rosemary and Lemon Roasted Supreme of Chicken with Creamy Leek, Tarragon and Mushroom Sauce served with Dauphinoise Potato and Seasonal Vegetables

• Dessert: White, Dark and Milk Chocolate Truffle Cake with Raspberry Sauce

• Tea or Coffee

Vegetarian Menu

• Main: Homemade Hot Pot of Roast Pumpkin, Wild Mushrooms, Aubergine, Spinach in a rich Tomato Sauce and Basil Pesto, crust served with Dauphinoise Potato and Seasonal Vegetables

• Dessert: White, Dark and Milk Chocolate Truffle Cake with Raspberry Sauce

• Tea or Coffee

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