London Eye River Cruise
Who This Trip Suits
A circular cruise from the pier directly below the London Eye, out to Tower Bridge and back in about 40 minutes, with a live guide. The boat has covered seating and a sun deck and passes the Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London and Shakespeare’s Globe and Westminster, Millennium and Tower Bridges. It is run by the London Eye’s own operator and rated 4.5 from 4,520 reviews.
Guests single out the guides by name and call the cruise “fun and informative”, and the combination with the wheel is the draw: you can add a London Eye ticket to the same booking. The time you choose at checkout is for the cruise only; book the Eye’s slot too, within 90 days of the cruise.
Practical points from the listing: infants aged two and under ride free but need a ticket, children under 16 must be with an adult, and the attraction is cashless. Disabled guests pay the standard price and a carer goes free, with proof of disability shown on site.
The price is from US$21 a person for the cruise alone (checked October 2026), with free cancellation up to 24 hours before. The pier guide shows where London Eye Pier is, and the homepage compares it with the other sightseeing routes.
About This Experience
Enjoy a cruise on the River Thames with live commentary that brings the city to life, presented by expert guides.
Highlights
- Cruise past the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben (Palace of Westminster)
- Admire views of St Paul's Cathedral, The Tower of London and Tower Bridge
- Learn about the history of London's most famous landmarks with your guide
What's Included
- ✓ River cruise
- ✓ London Eye ticket (if option selected)
Good to Know
- The time slots available at check-out are for the river cruise element only
- Access to both attractions is subject to availability, it is recommended to book both elements in advance. You can book your second attraction within 90 days of visiting the lead attraction
- Please note, the London Eye will be closed for maintenance from 5th- 18th January 2026 - River Cruise will run throughout this period.
- Infants aged 2 years and under ride free, but must still reserve a ticket
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult 18+
- Disabled guests pay the standard price and their carer enters free of charge. The carer ticket will be issued on-site at the attraction upon presentation of proof of disability
- This attraction is cashless
