London River Cruise & Westminster Walking Tour
Overview
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's Included
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster (3 hours)
- Thames Cruise Ticket
- Local Fun Guide
- 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!
Meeting Location
150 Piccadilly
St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
London EC3N 4DT
UK
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.
What To Expect
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Buckingham Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Trafalgar Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Whitehall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Houses of Parliament
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Westminster Abbey
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Thames River
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-75760P69
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster (3 hours).
- Thames Cruise Ticket.
- Local Fun Guide.
- 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!.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the London River Cruise & Westminster Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for London River Cruise & Westminster Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster (3 hours)
- Thames Cruise Ticket
- Local Fun Guide
- 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!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
