The 6 Best London Dinner Cruises

1.River Thames Evening Cruise with Bubbly and Canapés

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,493 reviews · 2 hours · from $37Our pick

Cruise from Tower Millennium Pier for two hours, passing Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Canary Wharf, the London Eye, and the Houses of Parliament. You get one glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink, canapés, live chill-out music, and a choice of an indoor saloon or open-air deck.

“Fabulous experience. The river was calm, the boat was not too crowded, Music was pleasant, canapés were delicious, and the view spectacular.”

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2.River Thames Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,159 reviews · 3 hours · from $94

Cruise from Westminster to the Thames Barrier and back while enjoying sparkling wine, a three-course British dinner, and live singing. You’ll pass Big Ben, Canary Wharf, the O2 Arena, City Hall, and other illuminated sights. Dancing is optional, and the boat returns to Westminster Pier.

“The singer: she was amazing The crew: absolutely friendly”

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3.London River Thames Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,014 reviews · 1h 45m · from $48

Cruise from Tower Pier for 105 minutes with a two-course chicken lunch, lemon meringue tart, tea, and coffee. You will pass Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the Shard, London Eye, and Parliament. Panoramic windows, an open upper deck, and humorous commentary make this a relaxed first look at London.

“Friendly greeting from the team Good communication Pleasant cruise on the River Thames through London Great two course lunch meal and friendly service”

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4.London Dinner Cruise on the Thames River

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,772 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Board at Westminster Pier for a three-hour evening cruise toward the Thames Flood Barrier and back. You’ll receive a welcome glass of sparkling wine, a set three-course dinner, live music, and time to dance, with views of the London Eye, St. Paul’s, the Shard, Tower Bridge, Greenwich, and HMS Belfast.

“Staff friendly and super helpful, food was delicious, additional alcoholic drinks purchased were reasonably priced. We had our 82 year old mother with semi limited mobility/partial wheelchair use—and the staff was very accommodating. We really enjoyed our experience.”

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5.River Thames Evening Cruise with Sparkling wine and Canapés

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 569 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Board City Cruises at Tower Pier for a two-hour evening ride toward Westminster, passing Big Ben, the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, HMS Belfast, the Shard, and Canary Wharf. Enjoy one sparkling wine or soft drink, light canapés, and live music.

“Nice evening, friendly staff, beautiful views. Canapés were fair. Was on the top deck when first round of canapés were passed. No announcement. Not really disappointed once the second round came about. Wish it was more of a narrated tour.”

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6.River Thames Dinner Cruise with Live Jazz

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 233 reviews · 3 hours · from $134

Board at Westminster Pier for a three-hour evening cruise with sparkling wine, a set three-course dinner, live jazz, and London landmarks including Big Ben, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge. Tables are fixed and shared by four, while the bar sells wine, cocktails, and other drinks.

“It was a wonderful way to end our Last night in London. The band was excellent. The staff were excellent. It was a great experience. Would definitely do it again”

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