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Make the most of London with a River Roamer ticket for all-day travel!
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Travel across London
From all-day passes to one way tickets, travel by boat and enjoy the views!
Sail home after a show at The O2
New dates available! On select event nights, sail back into town with us right after the show ends!
River and cable car
Experience London from the sky and the river with our joint tickets with IFS Cloud Cable Car!
Illuminated River Official Boat Tour
See London at night bathed in the light of the Illuminated River project. Every Saturday from Tower Pier.
Commute by river
Sit back, sail through rush hour and arrive stress-free. Flexible ticketing options available while season tickets offer you the best value for money
Looking for things to do in London?
We've curated a list of events happening in London this May. From exhibitions to outdoor festivals, hop on board and we'll take you there.
Visit our online merch shop!
Purchase some of your favourite merchandise from our range and have it delivered anywhere in the UK!
Light up your weekend
Tickets are available for the Illuminated River Official Boat Tour every Saturday in January. Get yours now and see London in a new light!
Save with commuter ticket
Your morning commute now costs less with our new ‘Commuter AM‘ ticket that offers a 25% saving! Upgrade your journey into work and enjoy taking in the views with a freshly brewed coffee from the onboard café bar.
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Looking for day out inspiration?
London is a big city... With so many options on where to go, it can be hard to decide. Luckily for you, we've done the hard work already! Head to our blog to see our recommendations on places to explore along the Thames.
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Guaranteed seat
Comfortable seats in climate controlled cabins or enjoy the fresh air on the outside back deck.
Café bar
A whole range of refreshments are available from the onboard café bar.
Bikes permitted
Bring your bike on board at no extra charge. We can currently carry up to 14 bikes on our largest vessels. Pets are also welcome.
There are toilets with accessible facilities on board most of the fleet. Our larger boats also have baby changing tables.
Save time and money, download the Thames Clippers Tickets app. Buy season tickets and flexible ticket carnets.
London by river
Kids go free!
Go on an adventure with the kids. Travelling by river is a great way for families to explore London differently. They will love being on the back deck! With a Family River Roamer kids go free.
Enjoy the café bar
Sip, snack and sail! Refreshments are available at our onboard café bar from hot drinks to alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Make special occasions extra special
Add a touch of luxury to your events with our high speed vessel Orion Clipper from VIP transfers, to birthdays and excurions with family or friends.
Accessible travel across London
Boat accessibility information.
All our boats are wheelchair, mobility scooter and pram accessible by ramp. All boats, except Star, Storm and Sky Clipper, have accessible toilets and larger boats have baby changing tables.
All our piers are step-free and wheelchair accessible except for Cadogan, London Bridge City and Wandsworth Riverside Quarter piers.
Mobility scooter owners are welcome on board but need first to apply for our Mobility Scooter Recognition Scheme .
You can bring your guide or assistance dog on board for free.
Any person with a valid Disabled I.D. badge/card, will get 50% off ticket fares and a complimentary ticket for their carer.
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For the most up to date information on our services please follow @thamesclippers on X (formerly known as Twitter). You can also find live departure information at the piers or on the Thames Clippers Tickets app.
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Thames River Cruises
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers is the fastest, most frequent and reliable fleet on the River Thames - carrying over 4 million passengers last year. Unlike most other forms of public transport, we are always reliable - the only days our river boats don’t run are Christmas and Boxing Day.
Thames River Boats
Our Thames river boats are fully equipped with comfortable seating and plenty of space. Our larger river boats all have licenced on-board bars, with a range of coffees, snacks and alcoholic drinks. They all have toilet facilities, and some even have baby changing facilities. Our Thames river buses have Metro and City AM newspapers available on board and Free Wi-Fi is available at our main piers. The experience of travelling through London on a Thames river bus is unlike any other form of travel, providing an epic experience for its users. Far more enjoyable than struggling for space on a packed London Underground tube, quicker than driving or getting the bus, and less exhausting than walking or riding your bike!
Our History
Starting in 1999 with just one boat in operation, our fleet has grown exponentially to 20 high-speed Thames river boats, offering services from all major London piers every 10-20 minutes. Our services cater for everyone from early morning commuters to night-time passengers. There are countless reasons to choose a London River Bus over any other form of transport – choose a Thames river cruise next time you need to travel through London.
Thames Cruises
For River Thames cruises in London to and from Westminster,Tower Of London,Tower Bridge,Greenwich, Richmond,Kew and Hampton Court.Book a sightseeing cruise to Oxford, Windsor, Marlow, Henley on the Upper Thames. Canal boat trips to London Zoo,Little Venice and Broxbourne. If you want your own private party you will need this section Party Boats .
Book public River Thames boat trips for the best Thames views of London (including Big Ben, Tower of London, the Thames Barrier) or enjoy a beautiful Royal River Thames cruise from Oxford, Reading, Windsor. All bookings will be subject to the operators Covid19 restrictions and safe conditions of use from hopefully 12th April onwards.
Travel Tips. The Tidal Thames extends from Teddington down river to Dartford and Southend (40+ miles) The Upper Thames starts at Teddington up river 170+ miles ( Windsor, Maidenhead, Marlow, Henley - Oxford and beyond to its source) With so many locks on the River Thames, many journeys from on the Upper Thames can't be done in any normal day. For all other boats and boating information click here.
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Take in the best of London’s waterside viewpoints with our Thames River sightseeing cruise, from Bankside to Westminster via Tower Bridge. We pride ourselves on being a family-run business, ensuring every guest feels welcome the minute they step aboard our boats. Our friendly crew will make sure you have an enjoyable experience throughout your time with us, and we look forward to welcoming you onto the Thames. Select a one-way or round-trip cruise from Bankside to Westminster, with regular departures and spectacular city views over famous landmarks including the Tower of London, The Shard, HMS Belfast, Shakespeare's Globe, the Tate Modern, the National Theatre, the London Eye, and Westminster Palace.
Yes. Always confirm with ticket office or crew as to the time of the last boat.
The journey time from Bankside Pier via Tower Bridge to Westminster Pier is 40 minutes.
With the round-trip ticket, you’ll need to change boats at Westminster Pier for the return trip.
Yes, we have fully-licensed bars selling a wide range of tasty snacks and drinks, both non-alcoholic and alcoholic.
Westminster lies in the heart of London and the list of attractions here is seemingly endless. Highlights include the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, the Southbank, and The Sea Life London Aquarium. You can find more details on our Attractions page.
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#1 FASTEST LONDON SPEEDBOATS
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Find great deals on tickets on the fastest London speedboats. Our newest product the Wizard Blast suits those parties seeking something a little more magical!
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ADULT (14+) : £35.50 £30.17
CHILD (13 & under) : £31.50 £26.77
CHARTER (12 pax.) : £355.00 £301.75
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15% OFF! May Bank Holiday 04.05 - 06.05
Adult: £35.50 £30.17
Child: £31.50 £26.77
Private boat: £355.00 £301.75
ADULT (14+) : £54.00 £45.90
CHILD (13 & under) : £49.00 £41.65
CHARTER (12 pax.) : £590.00 £501.50
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Adult: £54.00 £45.90
Child: £49.00 £41.65
Private boat: £590.00 £501.50
Harry Potter Facts • Onboard Quiz
Enchanting Music • Film Locations
PRIVATE BOAT (12 pax.) : £590.00
45 minute trip
From/to Embankment Pier
Private boat: £590.00
EXPERIENCES
Extreme high speed & full guided commentary.
Our most extensive trips, bringing you a full 25-minute guided commentary through Central London, including up to 45-minutes of high speed, learning about key landmarks along the way.
ADULT (14+) : £54.00
CHILD (13 & under) : £49.00
CHARTER (12 pax.) : £590.00
Adult: £54.00
Child: £49.00
ADULT (14+) : £69.00
CHILD (13 & under) : £59.00
CHARTER (12 pax.) : £750.00
70 minute trip
Adult: £69.00
Child: £59.00
Private boat: £750.00
PRIVATE BOAT
(12 pax.) : £675.00
Embankment Pier available on selected dates
60 minute trip
From/to Tower or Embankment Pier
Private boat: £675.00
Extreme High Speed & Minimal Guided Commentary
These voyages prioritise adrenaline, including up to 35-minutes of high speed and a short commentary about sights seen along the way.
ADULT (14+) : £35.50
CHILD (13 & under) : £31.50
CHARTER (12 pax.) : £355.00
20 minute trip
From/to Tower Millennium Pier
Adult: £35.50
Child: £31.50
Private boat: £355.00
40 minute trip
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Extreme High Speed & Full Guided Commentary Between Locations
An offbeat method of getting from A to B, sure to keep things interesting; our transfers bring you 20 minutes of guided commentary through Central London and 15 minutes of high speed, to leave you bursting with energy on other side of town.
ONLY CHARTER (12 passengers) : £495.00
Please call 0203 245 1177 for availability
35 minute trip
From Tower Millennium to Embankment Pier
Private Boat (12 pax.): £495.00
From Embankment to Tower Millennium Pier
WELCOME TO THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE
When it comes to London sightseeing – go beyond your bucket list; add it to your trove of unforgettable family moments with a speedboat experience through the heart of London town. Adding a dose of adrenaline into your tour of the UK’s capital city is a great way to mix the educational with the exciting ; the awe-inspiring with the awesome !
Thames RIB Experience operate the largest and fastest speedboats on the Thames in order to bring you a one-of-a-kind exceptional tour along one of the world’s most incredible historic waterways . Our supersonic Thames RIB Speedboats have the largest and most powerful engines on the River ( 740 horsepower for maximum “V8” twin-turbo thrust ) – in short, other boats can “eat our spray”!
This is the ultimate rollercoaster on water experience – operating from two central London docking points, with each trip boasting it’s own specialities. That means there is an option to match every schedule, taste and budget. Some of our trips go faster , for longer and others bring in the brains to educate you about the landmarks along way, in between holding on tight for a white-knuckle ride that will have you screaming and shouting the whole way home (and maybe just coming back for more )!
Thames RIB Experience have worked alongside some huge names in showbiz to bring the production teams the shots they required. We have inside knowledge of the behind-the-scenes of some of Cinema’s highest-budget stunts-on-water. James Bond music accompanies all our trips to give you the true 007 feeling, and with our subwoofers you’ll feel the adrenaline pumping from head to toe!
Our life jackets ensure you can travel in complete safety and comfort . Disposable plastic ponchos will be issued complimentarily if the weather dictates. We have a perfect Thames RIB Experience for every age *, budget and occasion , so what are you waiting for?
*Minimum weight 15kg /3 stone
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"Absolutely brilliant!!!"
This was a Christmas gift for my family and it didnt disappoint! Superb service from start to finish from all the staff, from booking to being on the rib itself. Cannot praise enough. Humorous informative commentary during the slow bits, then with Chris at the helm, full throttle forward for an exciting, exhilarating blast up and down Father Thames. Twists and turns, at high speed, expertly maneuvered by the skipper, resulting in a fantastic experience THANKS GUYS
"The best boat ride ever!!!"
This was an outstanding experience with many thrills and laughs, especially the fast part it was amazing. All the people I went with thought it was AMAZING! Special regards to John our driver he made our trip 10x as fun and enjoyable, and I learnt much more about London as well. Overall an amazing experience, thank you so so much, for this outstanding experience!!!
Booked this for my birthday and was not disappointed. Ed and Ollie were great and the tour was really interesting and informative and the boat ride was brilliant, so enjoyable and fast but my group of 4 all loved it and would highly recommend. They even played me Happy Birthday which was much appreciated. Book it, you won't be disappointed
"It was a great way to celebrate a birthday!"
The whole family absolutely loved our rib boat experience on 1/6/22 - lovely lady at Millennium Pier and staff on the boat - especially since we were delayed a bit - they couldn't have been nicer and it was a great way to celebrate a birthday.
Elaine Stark
"all in all a great experience".
We were a mixed group of six aging from 13 to 70 years old. There was some nervousness on the older person part however no need to worry. Firstly great crew Ollie and John before the boat opened up really interesting commentary having work and lived in London all my life even I found things I never knew. Once they open the throttle up its brilliant. All in all a great experience
Joanna Wright
"absolutely amazing".
What a great experience, all four of us loved it. George (the guide) was very funny and gave just the right amount of commentary for the London sights you see in the "slow" bit of the trip. Then you have to hold on tight as the boat speeds its way all the way to the Thames barrier and back. Absolutely amazing!
Alexander Cast
"fast, fun and furious ♥️".
Great and awesome fun.My 13 year old son was trilled and so was his dad. Great people and stabile and fast/fun boat ride.
Roskilde, Denmark
"Funny, informative thrill ride down the Thames"
What a rush!
Great informative and funny commentary from George. The ride takes you through the great London on the River Thames. Superb locations, great staff at the event, thrilling ride and a fantastic way to experience London!
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The mega Thames Barrier gives you 70 minutes of high speed thrills, guided commentary and a chance to see so much more of London by River on our twin turbo 740hp high powered RIB's. This is the longest trip that the Thames RIB Experience has to offer and is the Ultimate option for sightseeing addicts & Adrenaline junkies.
The 15 minutes prior to you trip involved a necessary safety briefing about how to wear and use the life jackets. ... The Thames Barrier Experience starts with a cruise along the River Thames, the passengers will be able to view all the iconic landmarks from Westminster to Tower Bridge. ... During this commentary the boat navigates at an ...
As well as being able to see the Thames Barrier when travelling with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, the barrier itself has an information centre, where you can find out more about the past, present and future of this iconic blockade. Be sure to check out the Thames Barrier's scheduled closures before planning your trip.
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Our History. Starting in 1999 with just one boat in operation, our fleet has grown exponentially to 20 high-speed Thames river boats, offering services from all major London piers every 10-20 minutes. Our services cater for everyone from early morning commuters to night-time passengers. There are countless reasons to choose a London River Bus ...
This is an 80 minute speed boat Thames experience of pure adrenaline fuelled fun at 30 knots. This is the Thames Barrier Explorer's Voyage. Are you ready? *Thames Barrier Explorer's Voyage trips are available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday departing from the London Eye Pier opposite Shrek Adventure.
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Whet your appetite for adventure with a high-speed Thames river rigid inflatable boat (RIB) experience. Soar over the surf of London's iconic river and gaze at impressive monuments as your adrenaline levels soar. Listen to commentary from a knowledgeable guide over a state-of-the-art speaker system and see popular attractions from a totally unique vantage point. Receive personalized ...
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Thames Speedboat Adventures. PayDay Mayday ! 20% off vouchers up to £250 with code 20MAYDAY - T&Cs apply. All aboard a red Rocket for a high-thrills Thames speedboat tour! See all the riverside sights and landmarks of London in a unique way on a RIB ride on the river. A choice of durations and itineraries are available, setting off from London ...
Circular Cruise: Westminster to Bankside and Tower Bridge** - 1 hour round-trip. Timetable. Westminster to Bankside (20 min) Bankside to Westminster via Tower Bridge** (40 min) From 19th April to 24th of May 2024. 11.20.
Take in the best of London's waterside viewpoints with our Thames River sightseeing cruise, from Bankside to Westminster via Tower Bridge. We pride ourselves on being a family-run business, ensuring every guest feels welcome the minute they step aboard our boats. Our friendly crew will make sure you have an enjoyable experience throughout your time with us, and we look forward to welcoming ...
1.5- or 3-hour Thames River sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich. Avoid the crowds and view top London attractions from the water. See the Tower of London, the London Eye, and Shakespeare's Globe. Listen to history- and culture-rich commentary from an onboard guide. Discover the Royal Observatory and the National Maritime Museum in ...
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WELCOME TO THAMES RIB EXPERIENCE. When it comes to London sightseeing - go beyond your bucket list; add it to your trove of unforgettable family moments with a speedboat experience through the heart of London town. Adding a dose of adrenaline into your tour of the UK's capital city is a great way to mix the educational with the exciting; the awe-inspiring with the awesome!