Thames River Cruise: Afternoon Tea and London Sights

Indulge in a delightful afternoon tea while cruising along the Thames River in London. See iconic landmarks such as the London Eye and Big Ben on this 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 72 hours
Highlights
  • City Cruises London Tower Pier - Embark at Tower Pier, ensuring arrival 20 minutes prior to departure
  • Tower of London - Board at Tower Pier, conveniently located near the Tower of London
  • London Eye - Visit the upper deck for an ideal photo opportunity of the Coca-Cola London Eye
  • Tower Bridge - Sail beneath Tower Bridge and ascend…
What's Included
  • Gourmet afternoon tea including sandwiches, cakes, and scones
  • Unlimited tea and coffee throughout
  • Engaging live or recorded commentary
  • Unmatched riverside views of London landmarks
  • Relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Champagne
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the quintessential British pastime of afternoon tea while on a 1.5-hour scenic river cruise on the Thames in London. As you savour tea, cakes, and sandwiches, set sail on a round journey from Tower Pier to Westminster, passing through the core of London. Marvel at iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and…

Location
Tower Millennium Pier
situated within walking distance to Tower Hill underground Station Please go directly to the boarding gate.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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Ruby_m
Feb 24, 2026
Best Afternoon Tea - This is a wonderful and relaxing way of seeing the cities of Westminster and London, if not for the weather. I’m sure it’s much better during the summer.
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Kristyn_t
Feb 16, 2026
Fun time for afternoon tea to avoid rain! - Super fun and the food was delicious- highly recommend! It was a great way to see the sights while avoiding the rain!
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Sabrina_r
Feb 14, 2026
Tea on the River Thames - This was such a fun and memorable experience for my family! The snacks and cakes were delicious and there were generous portions. The staff were very attentive and the views were spectacular! This was a fun twist on afternoon tea on the river, rather than at a hotel or restaurant.
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Chelsealowe_c
Feb 8, 2026
They offer you a choice... - They offer you a choice of 6 different tea options (I think it was 6) and they bring you a variety of sandwiches, desserts and scones. The tea is unlimited. The staff was very friendly. They recommended the spots that were great photo opts.
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Ruth_c
Feb 1, 2026
Treat with friends - 16th birthday treat for girls. Perfect! The girls had a lovely time and enjoyed the treats and views on offer .
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Dustin_i
Jan 24, 2026
Must Do While In London - Most relaxing and enjoyable tour we did in London. Staff were very attentive and courteous. Would highly recommend.
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Helen_h
Jan 18, 2026
Well worth the money - Food was delicious and the trip scenic and educational a lovely boat cruise for all to enjoy at whatever age, also enjoyed the background music between talks
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Tracey_r
Dec 30, 2025
Amazing views of London! - An amazing experience. Just so relaxing to have tea with more food than you can imagine eating. And then when the sun sets and you’re seeing these amazing views out the window, you realize just how wonderful London really is. Highly recommend!
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Kenneth_s
Dec 29, 2025
Afternoon Tea on the River Thames - Took the Cruise on Boxing Day. Upon arrival at the docks, I was a little skeptical. The queue seemed very long, but the crew did a fantastic job getting everyone on board and seated in a timely manner. It was nice being able to see London w/o all the crowds. Did not actually have tea myself, but there is a great selection of other beverages, and the food was great. Especially the scones, best I have ever had. The staff was very friendly and did a superior job. Definitely recommend!
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Laurawh7965jt
Feb 22, 2026
Disappointed - I was disappointed. The details said we would hear commentary about what we were seeing. That didn’t happen until the last 15 minutes and you couldn’t hear it due to low volume and he was hard to understand. The food was average and the service was poor. Not worth the amount we paid.
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From $66
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start of your experience (local time).