The Thames Clipper cruise is the fastest and most frequent boat on the river, easily linking you to the top attractions in London so you can be sure to experience all that the vibrant and historical city has to offer!

Travelling by river gives you a unique perspective of London with spectacular views of:

• Westminster: Shopping, theatre and a little bit of culture, Westminster has it all. Home to many of London’s most famous attractions such as Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, National Portrait Gallery and of course, Westminster Abbey, to name a few.

• London Eye: You cannot go to London and not see the famous London Eye. Europe’s tallest observation wheel lets you take in breathtaking views of London in a capsule which moves so slowly, you have plenty of time to take that perfect shot for the memory books. It also happens to be close to the London Aquarium and The London Dungeon.

• Embankment: Open to the public since 1868, the Embankment, or Victorian Embankment, runs on the north side of the River Thames, from the Palace of Westminster to Blackfriars Bridge. A hub for street entertainers and pop up cafes, there is always something going on on the Embankment.

• Blackfriars: Established in 1317, the area is now the location for the famous Blackfriars station.

• Bankside: Home to some of the most popular attractions in London, including Shakespeare’s Globe, Southwark Cathedral, The London Bridge Experience and the stunningly immense Tate Modern. Delve into the rich history of the area and enjoy a spot of lunch at the foodie haven of Borough Market nearby.  

• Tower Pier: A must stop for those who wish to explore the Tower of London. Immerse yourself in the world of the Tudors and the tragedies that occurred before them. Learn about the fate of the Princes in the Tower and see Henry VIII’s armour, you can even see the magnificent and majestic crown jewels!

• Canary Wharf: Canary Wharf is part of London’s Docklands, on the eastern edge of the city and regarded as the modern financial capital of London. In addition to its iconic high rise offices, Canary Wharf is home to a shopping centre, ready for you to explore at your leisure. 

• Greenwich: Historic Greenwich began as a Saxon village called green wic (wic meaning port). It now plays host to the spectacular Greenwich Palace, Cutty Sark and the National Maritime Museum. 

• North Greenwich: Why not take a tour of the O2 Arena, formerly the “Millennium Dome”, where hundreds of concerts are held per year. Then stroll along to the Royal Observatory and take in the beautiful sights of the surrounding areas.

• Woolwich (Royal Arsenal): Explore historic Woolwich and visit the Greenwich Museum nearby to explore the local history.

Emirates Air Line cable car 

It’s one thing to see the main sights of London by boat but another to see the whole city from above. 

Sit back and relax as the sun goes down and glide above the River Thames, taking in the iconic sights of London, including the O2 Arena and the Olympic Park. 

Your ticket also includes entry to the Aviation Experience, giving you the opportunity to gain a unique insight into the world of modern aviation and test out your piloting skills as you take to the skies in one of the four state-of-the-art flight simulators.

How to use your ticket

When you book through the VisitBritain Shop, you will receive an e-voucher. Please print this e-voucher and take it with you to give to Thames Clipper staff at one of the following points:

• Westminster Pier - Victoria Embankment, London, SW1A 2JH
• Embankment - Victoria Embankment, London WC2N 6NU
• London Bridge City Pier
• Tower Pier - London EC3N 4DT
• Greenwich and North Greenwich Pier

Please note that tickets cannot be exchanged at any other pier. Once exchanged you can hop on and off of all routes from 9am excluding RB6 and the River Bus Express.

These tickets are valid for the whole of your journey and for the entire day, so you can hop on and hop off as many times as you like!

Please note: Your tickets will only be valid for the date you select when you book. Your tickets will not be valid on any other day.

Please note: You can use the tickets from 9am onwards but you are not guaranteed a space on the boat at a particular time. Boats are filled on a first come first served basis. Fear not though, boats run every 20 minutes so you will not have to wait for long to carry on with your journey.

Children under the age of 5 travel free but must be with a valid ticket holder.

Children up to the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Tickets to attractions such as the London Eye and Tower of London are not included in the price of your ticket

Timetable information

First boat from Westminster is at 9am. Boats depart every 20 minutes.

Emirates Air Line cable car

Cable cars depart from 9am to 9pm.

Address: Emirates Greenwich Peninsula, Greenwich, London. SE10 OFJ.

The cable car trip takes approximately 10 minutes. However during peak times (7am to 9am Monday to Friday) the journey takes roughly 5 minutes. The cars arrive every 30 seconds. 

Accessibility information 

The cars can accommodate 10 people and are suitable for wheelchair users and cyclists. 

Boats are fully accessible for those passengers with pushchairs and those with disabilities.