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London Christmas Day Sightseeing Cruise

Passengers embark on a circular sightseeing voyage along the River Thames to take in scenic views of historic riverside sights. The journey includes live or recorded commentary provided by the crew. Guests can take in the sights from an open upper deck or relax inside a fully heated saloon, with drinks available from an onboard bar.

What to Expect

One-hour circular River Thames cruise past historic riverside sights.

Event Details

Duration

1 hour.

Food & Drink

A full bar is available onboard.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors seeking a relaxed london sightseeing outing

Vibe

Scenic, relaxed, festive

Energy Level

Low

Budget

££

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Westminster Pier
Victoria Embankment, SW1A 2JH
Poole, ENG

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Adult (ages 16+): £32.00; child (ages 5–15): £22.00; infant (ages 4 and under): free. Group discounts are available for 20 or more guests. – Get tickets
  • Hours: 9.45 to 10.45; 11.00 to 12.00; 12.15 to 13.15; 13.30 to 14.30; 14.45 to 15:45.

Tips & Advice

  • Choose among the listed sailing times when booking, and plan your arrival around the departure you select.
  • Walk straight down onto the pier with your ticket ready, then follow pier staff’s directions to your boarding point.
  • Wear informal, comfortable festive-casual clothing for the cruise; the operator specifically advises against flip-flops onboard.
  • If your party has 20 or more guests, ask about the available group discount when arranging tickets.
  • Children aged four and under travel free, so check that each young child is included appropriately in your booking.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children aged four and under travel free.
  • Group discounts are available for groups of 20 or more guests.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the cruise, and what will I see?

The circular cruise lasts one hour and passes historic riverside sights along the Thames.

Who can travel, and are young children charged?

Adult tickets are for ages 16 and up, child tickets are for ages 5–15, and children aged four and under travel free.

What food and drink is available onboard?

A full bar is available.

Is there commentary during the cruise?

The crew provides informative and entertaining commentary, which may be live or recorded.

How do I reach the boarding point by public transport?

Westminster Underground station connects directly to the pier and serves the District, Circle and Jubilee lines. Several bus routes also stop nearby.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team