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London Speedboat Tour on the Thames 20 min

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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273 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 20 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Race beneath Tower Bridge and toward Canary Wharf on a 20-minute Thames speedboat ride from Tower Millennium Pier.

About this tour

Feel London’s river breeze and the punch of twin-turbo power on a 20-minute speedboat ride from Tower Millennium Pier. This London Speedboat Tour on the Thames begins beside the Tower of London, then sweeps beneath Tower Bridge with landmark views along the way.

After gearing up, settle into the RIB as it heads toward Canary Wharf. Then the engines open up for a fast, splash-filled run back to Tower Pier. Live commentary brings the river setting to life, while a life jacket is provided and a complimentary plastic poncho is available if the weather calls for it. With a maximum of 12 passengers, the ride keeps the experience close to the action.

The London Speedboat Tour on the Thames is a brisk way to see the city from the water and add a shot of speed to your sightseeing. Arrive 15 minutes early at Tower Millennium Pier, buckle in, and get ready to race along the river.

Highlights

  • Race along the River Thames aboard a high-powered RIB
  • Admire the Tower of London and pass beneath Tower Bridge
  • Feel the rush as the boat speeds toward Canary Wharf
  • Return to Tower Millennium Pier after a round trip

What's included

Included

  • High-speed river cruise
  • Complimentary plastic poncho if weather dictates
  • Life jacket
  • Live commentary on board

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Depart from Tower Millennium Pier, next to the Tower of London; the pier is a 10-minute walk from Tower Hill Station
  • Arrive 15 minutes before departure; missed trips are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling
  • Children 13 and under must travel with an adult; those 14 and older may travel without an adult at a parent or guardian’s discretion
  • Children must weigh at least 15 kg (2.36 stone)
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  • Not permitted for pregnant passengers or travelers with heart, back, or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
  • A minimum passenger number policy may apply; affected passengers will be contacted 24 hours before departure with an alternative time or date
  • Changes after booking may incur a £35.00 administration fee
  • The cruise returns to Tower Millennium Pier

Frequently asked questions

How long is the speedboat Tour?

The round-trip cruise lasts 20 minutes.

Where does the Tour depart?

It departs from Tower Millennium Pier, next to the Tower of London, and returns to the same pier.

What is the maximum group size?

The boat carries a maximum of 12 passengers.

Can children join the Tour?

Children must weigh at least 15 kg. Those 13 and under need an accompanying adult; passengers 14 and older may travel alone at a parent or guardian’s discretion.

Who should not take this Tour?

Pregnant passengers and travelers with heart, back, or other serious medical conditions cannot travel. The ride is also not recommended for people with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.79 from 273 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.

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