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Thames River Cruise & Private Westminster 3-Hour Tour

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About this activity

Take a cruise along the River Thames after exploring the top sights of Westminster with your own personal tour guide! This is a fun 3 hour London walking tour where you will see the top Westminster Sights. After the walking tour, head to Westminster Pier and enjoy a cruise down toward the Tower of London (even going under the famous London Bridge!). One of the most complete London Walking Tours with one of the best London Tour Guides. You will see everything from land then then from the river!  We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) Then its time to sail down the river! You'll finish at Tower Pier. All with one of our friendly London tour guides Please note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is only for the 10am tour and on certain days

Highlights

    What's included

    • Admission to the Thames river cruise
    • Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
    • Private Tour
    • Fun Local Guide

    Not included

    • Food and snacks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
    • Umbrella (if it's raining)

    Itinerary

    1. Changing of the Guard

      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.

      1 hourAdmission not includedSee on map

    2. Trafalgar Square

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

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. 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!

      20 minutesAdmission free

    4. Whitehall

      Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This

      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!

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    5. Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

      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.

      40 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    6. Westminster

      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!

      20 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    7. Thames River

      After your walking tour, enjoy a relaxing cruise from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier!

      2 hoursAdmission includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    •⁠ ⁠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

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • 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
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • We meet outside The Ritz hotel (155 Piccadilly). At the Ritz, please meet us next to two red telephone boxes & the two souvenir stalls.

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    Top Sights Tours Group LLC
    Product code
    75760P195

    Customer reviews

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