Victoria Embankment SW1A 2JH
10:00am - 5:00pm (can vary by pier and destination). Dinner cruises usually depart at 7:45pm
Depart from Westminster, London Eye, Tower, and Greenwich piers
10 - 70 minutes
All ages
All boats offer step-free access to the main deck
From £22pp
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About City Cruises
City Cruises is a relaxing, fun way to explore London by river. With comfy seats, open-air decks, and family-friendly commentary, it’s ideal for all ages. Hop on and off to visit top sights, or just sit back and enjoy the views – no sore feet, guaranteed!
Top tip from the KidRated team:
Sit upstairs if the sun’s out – the views are incredible, and seagulls make great sightseeing buddies.
Quick Inspiration
Both. There’s a lower covered deck with big windows and an open-air upper deck for the best views. Great whatever the weather, or the mood.
A one-way trip from Westminster to Greenwich takes around 1 hour. A round trip or hop-on-hop-off adventure can fill a whole afternoon without feeling like a slog.
Yes. Buggies are welcome but may need to be folded during busy times. There’s room to park them on the lower deck if needed.
Yes. All City Cruises boats have toilets on board, and they’re surprisingly decent. Always a relief when you’ve got little ones who need to go with no warning.
You can bring small snacks, but most boats also sell drinks and light refreshments on board. Ice creams and views go very well together.
Yes, most boats are wheelchair accessible, and staff are happy to help. It’s worth checking specific departure points in advance, as some piers have steep ramps or steps at low tide.
Yes. Try a Lunch Cruise or an Afternoon Tea Cruise – great for kids who love sandwiches & cakes!
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CJ, 11 and Levi, 9 We went on a sunny day and we liked learning all about London along the river. The commentary was funny!. We went all the way to Greenwich and back. It was really comfortable on the boat. There were snacks and drinks for sale.