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London River Cruise & Westminster Walking Tour

4.7(26 reviews)London, EnglandOperated by Top Sights Tours Group LLC
  • Duration5 hours
  • GroupShared · max 15
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Explore London’s top 20 world famous landmarks. After a walking tour of the city, cruise down the Thames and see the sights from the river.

Start with a walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. Head to Westminster, and see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament.

After this popular walking tour, hop onto a cruise down the River Thames from Westminster Pier to Tower Bridge Pier (go under the London Bridge!). The sights from the river are remarkable, so enjoy them in a relaxing way to see the city.

Your guide will direct you to the pier but will not board the cruise with you.

What to expect

5 hours7 stopsShared tourMax 15 travellers
  1. Buckingham Palace

    Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA, United Kingdom

    1 hourAdmission not included

    After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.

  2. Trafalgar Square

    Trafalgar Sq, London, WC2N 5DS, United Kingdom

    20 minutes

    Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

  3. Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Horse Guards Whitehall, London, SW1A 2AX, United Kingdom

    20 minutes

    Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!

  4. Whitehall

    London, SW1A 2BX, United Kingdom

    20 minutes

    Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!

  5. Houses of Parliament

    Parliament Square, London, SW1A 0AA, United Kingdom

    40 minutes

    At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.

  6. Westminster Abbey

    20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom

    20 minutes

    Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

  7. Thames River

    London, United Kingdom

    2 hoursAdmission included

    After the walking tour, sit back and get comfortable as you watch the London sights along this historic part of the Thames, traveling from Westminster towards the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. You’ll get great views of the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Tate Modern, HMS Belfast and other city landmarks, as well as crossing under Blackfriars Bridge, Millennium Bridge, Southwark Bridge and London Bridge!

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

•⁠ ⁠We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) •⁠ ⁠Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs •⁠ ⁠The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

End

Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you on the cruise. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour.

Redemption

Attraction start point

Please arrive 15 minutes before the experience starts. Meeting Point: The Ritz London Hotel, 150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK - We meet outside The Ritz Hotel. - Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs. - Nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station - When you get to Green Park Underground station, take the left-hand exit. You will see a set of stairs and a ramp leading out of the station. Take the stairs. - You will walk past the Big Bus Company people and in front of you is the Ritz Hotel & the meeting point! Sadly, we do not wait for or refund latecomers. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.

What's included

Included

  • Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster (3 hours)
  • Thames Cruise Ticket
  • Local Fun Guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & snacks)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
  • Umbrella if it looks like rain!

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–4), Child (5–15), Adult (16–99)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 hour before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/London
Product code
75760P69

What you'll be asked when booking

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Traveller reviews

4.7/ 526 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (19) and Tripadvisor (7).

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