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Hop aboard a sightseeing cruise over the calm waters of River Thames. Spot iconic monuments including the House of Parliament, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower of London, and more!
- Cruise your way along the renowned River Thames, and enjoy striking views of London
- See the House of Parliament, Big Ben, Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and many more sites along the way
- The 40-minute circular cruise includes live commentary on-board by expert guides
- Learn about the history and culture of the city with the help of an onboard audio guide, available in 9 languages
- A 40-minute cruise on River Thames with live commentary
- Audio commentary (available in 9 languages)
- A souvenir guide map (available in 7 languages)
- Free WiFi via the O2
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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The London Eye River Cruise is the ideal way to sightsee London and all the recognizable sites along the River Thames. Departing from the London Eye pier, the cruise goes as far as the Tower Bridge and then makes its way back to the pier.
Some of these sites include the House of Parliament, Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tate Modern, Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe, and the Tower Bridge. The expert guides on the cruise do a good job of bringing the city to life with their colorful words. If you have difficulty following English, audio commentary is available on the cruise in French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Italian, Mandarin, and Japanese. This cruise lasts about 40 minutes before returning to the starting point, the London Eye pier.
Important Information
- All visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security checkpoint
- Wheelchair accessible: The London Eye River Cruise can accommodate standard size wheelchairs only. There is also a maximum of 3 wheelchairs permitted per cruise, and these wheelchair tickets must be pre-booked
- If you can present the correct documentation along with your ticket you will receive a free carer ticket
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Refreshments are available to purchase from the gift shop located at the exit of the attraction
Timings
- The London Eye River Cruise operates daily, departing at 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45pm, 2:45 PM, 3:45 PM, 4:45 PM, 5:45 PM, 6:45 PM and 7.45 PM
- Opening times may vary depending on seasonality and special events
Audio Guide Languages
English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Italian, Mandarin, and Japanese
Discounted Tickets
Ages 3-15yrs enjoy reduced pricing (carry a valid photo ID)
- Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly
- Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point
- If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification
- Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays
Ticket Redemption Point
- Make your way to the London Eye Pier County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7PB
- This building is right next to the London Eye and is easy to spot
- To locate this on Google Maps, simply search for – London Eye Pier County Hall
Get Directions to the Ticket Redemption Point
Getting There
By Bus
- Take bus #77. Get off at the County Hall (stop F) bus stop, which is a 3-minute walk from the meeting point
By Metro
- The boarding point is located within easy walking distance from several London Underground stations: Waterloo, Embankment, Charing Cross and Westminster
Validity
This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout
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