Tower of London and Thames River Cruise 2026
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About the Tower of London and Thames River Cruise
Visit the Tower of London and experience the amazing history contained within its walls! See where the Crown Jewels are kept and observe the famous Yeoman Warders guarding the Tower. Afterward, take a sightseeing cruise from the London Eye and witness the city of London and its historic landmarks on the River Thames!
Explore the massive walls of the Tower of London and see where the Crown Jewels are kept. See the world-famous collection of treasures up close!
Keep your eyes peeled when exploring the Tower of London and find the famous guardsmen keeping the Tower safe since Tudor times! Witness the “Beefeaters” in their signature black and red outfits.
Visit the most famous castle in Great Britain! There you will find the Royal Armouries displaying various historically used armor and weapons. The White Tower is also a World Heritage site where you can find the Chapel of St. John the Evangelist.
Take a cruise along the River Thames and locate famous historic landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge while enjoying the unique point of view from the water!
During your cruise, listen to our professional audio guide available in various languages. While sightseeing the historic landmarks on the River Thames, enjoy one (or more) of your favorite refreshments from a bar on board!
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Simply fascinating! I was always in love with London and this tour did not disappoint. The Tower of London was amazing, especially seeing the Crown Jewels, and the cruise was a great way to see the city. It was very relaxing looking out at the streets of London and other boats and we learned a lot about the city from the audio guide. I fully recommend this combo!
This was my first time in London, and it is a wonderful city. The kids really enjoyed the old weapons and armor in the Tower of London. There was a lot to see, and I hope to revisit at some point as the day just flew by! The cruise was a great way to check out the sights without all of the walking, and while enjoying a cold one as well! One of the best city cruises! Cheers!
DESCRIPTION
Tower of London and Thames River Cruise
- Tower of London ticket
- River Thames cruise (40 minutes, round-trip)
- Audio guide on board
- English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, German, Italian
SEE THE PRICELESS CROWN JEWELS
When inside the Tower of London, a very good way to start your journey is to go and see the Crown Jewels. There, you can enjoy the sparkly royal reflections of unimaginable value. It may take you some time to take in everything as there are 100 different objects present with over 23,000 gemstones. However, the most important to see would be the British Coronation Regalia. Those are the sacred objects used in the coronation ceremony.
EXPLORE THE WHITE TOWER
This beautiful yet haunting castle full of historical mystery is sure to grab your attention as soon as you step in. In the White Tower, you will be able to view the historic Royal Armouries collections. One such collection is the Line of Kings, which has the tournament armor of Henry VIII and the gilded armor of Charles I and James II showcased. Other than the various weapons and armor, you will be able to visit the top floor of the White Tower, where the original executioner’s block from the 18th century is located, as well as an axe that dates back to Tudor times. The current belief is that the executioner’s block, along with the axe, was used in the last public beheading back in 1747.
ENJOY A RIVER THAMES CRUISE
After taking in the historical beauty of the Tower of London, make sure to take the sightseeing cruise on the River Thames which departs from right in front of the London Eye. However, before you set out on a cruise, one of the best views of the famous Tower Bridge can be seen from the Tower Pier located beside the Tower of London. On the cruise itself, you will be able to enjoy various other top attractions in the city of London. View St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament, and Westminster Abbey. You will be able to learn from an audio guide available in various languages. Also, do not forget to enhance the experience with a drink of your choice available at the onboard bar!
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Did you know that the Tower of London was broken into only once?
The Tower of London was initially built by William the Conqueror back in the 1070s. William the Conqueror was fresh from his victory and feared rebellion. He wanted to build something big and intimidating that would dominate the London landscape and proclaim his royal power. Thus, the famous stone fortress began construction. The Tower of London was built after 20 years by Masons from Normandy using stone from Caen in France. Throughout its history, the Tower of London was expanded multiple times and pretty much always served its purpose without fail. Only once was it broken into during the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381. At that time, the rebels managed to storm the gates.
Book the Tower of London and Thames River Cruise now to learn about London's history and see the crown jewels!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Smartphone tickets are accepted.
- On the River Thames cruise, the audio guide is available in the following languages: Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, and Spanish.
- The cruise along the River Thames is accessible by wheelchair.
- Please make sure not to bring large bags or luggage to the Tower of London.
- The Thames River Cruise is about 40-45 minutes long.
- Rescheduling is possible up to 24 hours before your visit date, as with most Tower of London tickets.
- Photography is allowed in the Tower of London with two exceptions: the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.
Meeting Point
Activate your voucher via the Big Bus app or with a staff member at any stop, such as Stop 19 near the Tower.
Once you have secured your Tower of London ticket through the portal, head to the main entrance at London EC3N 4AB. For the cruise, simply present your digital or printed ticket at Tower Pier, located right next to the fortress.
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