Top London Night Cruises

Witness the enchantment of London at night on an evening cruise on the River Thames, which reveals the capital from a fresh perspective. A glass-encased boat provides unrivaled views of the city’s main attractions as they begin to illuminate, so you can see the London Shard, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and the HMS Belfast away from the land-based crowds. Sip a glass of sparkling wine (or soft drink) and canapés as you sail.

London's landmarks are spread along the Thames, and pairing dinner with sightseeing usually means choosing between the two and getting caught between them. Do both from the water instead, cruising past the lit-up city over a three-course dinner as the sights pass by. A glass of sparkling wine on boarding starts the evening, with music and dancing to follow once you've eaten.

Don't have long in London? See the city’s top sights in the space of a single bus tour—and enjoy a different perspective on the British capital when you explore after dark. Climb aboard your open-top bus to discover landmarks from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London. Learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s live commentary (depending on the route) or an audio guide, available in several languages.

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the 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.

See London from a different perspective on a one-way or round-trip Thames River cruise—without battling traffic or crowded streets. Sail between Westminster and Tower Bridge, passing landmarks including St. Paul's Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament, and the Tower of London. Along the way, enjoy live onboard commentary or access multilingual audio via a smartphone app.

Discover the sights and history of London at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off cruise of the River Thames. With your 24-hour pass, enjoy unobstructed views of the city’s main riverside attractions away from the crowds on land. Disembark at the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament—or whichever attraction catches your attention—from within an all-weather vessel, which lets you sail regardless of rain.

Make the most of limited time in London on a lunch cruise along the River Thames that combines sightseeing with a freshly prepared meal. Sail from Tower Pier to Westminster, passing landmarks including Tower Bridge and Big Ben, and enjoy views without battling busy streets. An onboard bar offers additional drinks for purchase to complement your meal.

Enjoy a new way to explore London—and benefit from a time-saving option that's perfect for thrill-seekers—on this speedboat tour of the Thames River. With just a small group for company, hop aboard, get settled, and then hit high speeds of up to 35 mph (56 kph). As you splash down the river, pass landmarks such as Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe, the Tower of London, and the London Eye.

Couple your London sightseeing with a special gourmet meal aboard this two-in-one, one-of-a-kind bus tour. Over the course of several hours, enjoy a refined, 6-course meal, with the option to upgrade for wine pairings. As you dine, travel across the city: Glimpse highlights ranging from the Houses of Parliament and Trafalgar Square to the Tower of London as you go, all while learning more from the audio commentary.

To maximize limited time in London, combine a British tradition with a sightseeing excursion on an afternoon tea cruise on the Thames River. As you sail from Tower Pier to Westminster, admire London landmarks including the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye—without having to navigate or jostle among the large crowds that gather at the monuments. Plus, indulge in tea, freshly prepared cakes, and sandwiches.

Add some excitement to your Saturday night on a murder mystery dinner cruise on the River Thames in London. This engaging experience is perfect for Londoners and tourists alike. As you feast on your 3-course meal, get ready for murder to strike. You can join the actors in solving the crime or watch the mystery unfold from your table. Along the way, enjoy unobstructed views of the Shard, Globe Theater, and HMS Belfast.

The Tower of London holds nearly a thousand years of history across a sprawling complex, and it's easy to miss the stories behind what you're seeing on your own. Follow a Beefeater through the grounds instead, hearing the history as you go. See the Crown Jewels, step inside the White Tower, and visit Traitors' Gate and Tower Green, the execution site of Anne Boleyn.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only for the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you from a 24- or 48-hour option. Learn more about what you're seeing with recorded commentary on Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, and more.

London’s top sights are spread out, making it tiring to try to hit them all with limited time. Instead, zip by attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye during this double-decker sightseeing tour. Even better, coaches depart in the evening so you can beat London’s snarls of traffic while seeing its landmarks all lit up after dark.

Tailor your time in London to suit your interests with a hop-on hop-off sightseeing cruise along the River Thames aboard Uber Boat. Escape the crowds on land and admire London's attractions, including the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the Tower of London, and more. Sightsee at your own pace and schedule, and hop on and off at your leisure.