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Thames River, London

4.3
#1 of 14 in Nature in London
Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
The Thames River offers an enjoyable vantage point from which to see the city. Take a boat tour and sit back while the skipper navigates you past famous attractions, like the Houses of Parliament and the Tower of London. Join a dinner cruise to eat on the water with views of the city lit at night. The city's public ferry service offers a relatively inexpensive way to experience the river. You can also sign up for a walking tour along the riverbanks, or simply stroll on your own. Make Thames River a part of your London vacation plans using our London itinerary planning app.
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Tours to Thames River

FROM $50 BOOK WITH VIATOR Must See London: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour and River Cruise
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FROM $140 BOOK WITH VIATOR Best of London Including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard, with a Cream Tea or London Eye Upgrade
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Duration: 9 hours
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FROM $149 BOOK WITH VIATOR London in One Day Tour includes Tower of London with Optional London Eye Upgrade
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  • By TeamWard
    Thames River is a major part of any visit to London, whether you travel along it by boat or walk along the various paths next to it, has several world famous bridges and its always worth a visit.  more »
  • By Rainer B
    A really fantastic speed boat tour on the river Themse. Bill the " speaker" - just fun to listen to. Nick the captain is a great person and with his speeding up on special occasions gives you a trip.....  more »
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