River Thames afternoon tea cruise
Activities

River Thames afternoon tea cruise

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 21 reviews
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£34.00
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 1 hour 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • Relax while taking in fantastic views of London
  • Enjoy a delicious traditional afternoon with scones and tea
  • Listen to the illuminating commentary
  • Rest your tired legs while continuing to discover London
What to expect

London and its oh so popular traditions, you couldn't miss it! How about having tea at 4 o'clock while enjoying a cruise on the River Thames? Enjoy the splendor of London's famous landmarks and a traditional afternoon tea from the relaxed comfort of a modern riverliner. Conveniently departing from Tower Pier (five minutes walk from the Tower of London), this popular cruise offers a delightful selection of finger sandwiches, scones with cream and jam, mini pastries and unlimited tea and coffee, as well as a 90-minute cruise through the very heart of the city.

With commentary to accompany the cruise, sights include the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, City Hall, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge, the National Theatre and South Bank, the Oxo Tower, the Golden Hinde, the Shard, the riverside architecture of Royal Greenwich, the Cutty Sark and much more!

A fully waited service is provided throughout, with a cash bar available for additional drinks purchases. The cruise includes an open-air upper deck, allowing for spectacular views of the city's riverside landscape and those once-in-a-lifetime photos. Vegetarian options are available and most special dietary requirements can be catered for.

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What's included
  • check A selection of sandwiches, mini pastries & scones with clotted cream and jam
  • check Unlimited tea and coffee
  • check Recorded commentary
What's not included
  • x_not_included Optional extra beverages (purchasable at the onboard bar)
Where

Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT, UK

Meeting point:
Please print this voucher or show it from your mobile device to the ticket kiosk at Tower Millennium Pier (a five-minute walk from the Tower of London). Please ensure you arrive 20 minutes prior to your departure time
What to remember
  • Government advice requires guests to wear a face mask whilst on the departing pier, for travel inside the boats but not on the outer decks. Policies may vary
  • It is recommended to check the operator's website or social media online for the latest departure information before leaving home
  • It is not possible to wait or re-schedule customers who arrive late for boarding and departure
  • This cruise is not suitable for wheelchair users who are unable to move to the fixed seating and is unsuitable for motorized wheelchairs
  • Window tables are available which seat up to two people only. Please note that all tables are fixed to the floor and cannot be put together
  • For any special dietary requirements please contact the local supplier at least 24 hours prior to sailing. More information on the menu can be found here

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Provider
City Cruises
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Unfortunately, we can't offer you a refund nor can we change or cancel your booking for this particular product, due to our partner's policy.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 21 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Staff

4.4/5

Value for money

4.3/5

Safety

4.4/5

Service

4.4/5

  • Anja

    From Germany - May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Merene

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Der Service und das Afternoon-Tee-Angebot war sehr gut. Die Erklärung zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten entlang der Themse war sehr informativ, wenn man engl ...

  • Mt

    From Sweden - January 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Annika

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Utmärkt utbud av tillbehör och fantastiskt mysig resa. Rolig guide.

  • Fabrizia

    From United States of America - July 2023

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    De cruise met afternoon tea was goed verzorgd met ruim voldoende hapjes en de thee werd regelmatig bijgevuld. Er was wel verwarring want volgens hun l ...

  • Williebilly.

    From Netherlands - May 2023

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Zie vorig verslag. High tea slecht. Planning december en dan nog niet aan het raam met 2 kunnen zitten, ook niet bij navraag. Veel te veel mensen. Duu ...

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