Thames Speedboat Cruise in London with Live Commentary (Thames Ribs)

$67.00

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  • Over 220 reviews with an avg. rating of 4.9 stars (GetYourGuide)
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Short Summary

Explore the iconic River Thames on a thrilling speedboat cruise with Thames Ribs. Experience the heart-pumping excitement of zooming along the river while taking in spectacular views of London's famous landmarks. With experienced guides and state-of-the-art boats, this adventure is perfect for those seeking a unique and exhilarating way to see the city. Get ready for an unforgettable ride on the Thames!

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Description

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Before the Cruise

Waiting Area

  • This cruise kicks off at the the Embankment Pier (not to be confused with Westminster Pier!). The boarding area is shared with other companies and has an air-conditioned, weather-proof waiting area with vending machines.

Safety

  • Inflatable life jackets are provided in case of an emergency. Metal safety handles are located at every seat that you can hold onto, unless you want to go for a swim in the Thames.

Getting There

  • 🗺️ Meeting point: Embankment Pier, WC2N 6NU, London WC2N 6PA, United Kingdom

During The Cruise

The Ship

  • Thames Ribs' speedboat has a 12-person capacity with comfortable seats equipped with safety handles. Essentially, it is identical to the speedboat offered by Thames Rockets but with a different look and feel.

Cruise Itinerary

  • Starting at Embankment Pier, this cruise takes passengers down to the Thames Barrier and back.

Live Commentary by Skipper

  • This speedboat cruise offers a live English commentary in a typically cheeky, English humor style, making the tour both entertaining and informative. I didn't notice much difference between this and previous speedboat I tested.

Slow vs. Speedy Parts

  • Similarly as before, the initial part of the cruise proceeds at an enjoyable, leisurely pace, accompanied by live guided commentary, until the boat passes the Tower Bridge. Our guide provided commentary all through the trip when we were passing by some interesting sight, not just in the beginning.
Part of the Thames Barrier which helps prevents floods in London.
  • Like with the Thames Rockets, things got exciting after Tower Bridge. The fast ride, with quick breaks, lasted until the Thames Barrier (a unique sight!) vs. turning around at Greenwich.
  • It's a fun way to see London, great for friends and families who like a bit of adventure with their sightseeing.

Specifications

  • Company
    Thames RIB
  • 📅 Schedule
    Cruises run daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • 🧥 Dress Code
    N/A
  • 🌐 Wifi
    Not Available ❌
  • 💨 Open Air Section
    Available ✔️
  • 🐶 Animals
    Not Allowed (except service animals)❌
  • ❄️/🌡️ Aircon
    Not Available❌
  • 🚬 Smoking
    Not Allowed ❌
  • ♿ Wheelchair Accessible
    Not accesible ❌
  • 🚻 Restroom
    Not Available ❌
  • 👶 Baby Stroller
    Not Accessible ❌
  • % Children Discounts
    11€ discount (age 2–13)

What's Included

  • River Thames sightseeing tour round-trip
  • High-speed RIB ride through London Docklands
  • Live commentary
  • Safety briefing
  • Qualified professional staff, crew, and skippers
  • Mandatory lifejackets
  • Plastic ponchos

Meeting Point

Getting There

  • 🗺️ Meeting point: Embankment Pier, WC2N 6NU, London WC2N 6PA, United Kingdom

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Duration
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Unlimited travel within a 24-hour period
Wheelchair
Wheelchair
Not accesible ❌
Accesible ✔️
Accesible ✔️
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Baby Stroller
Baby Stroller
Not Accessible ❌
Not Accessible ❌
Accessible ✔️
Accessible ✔️
Schedule
Schedule
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Discounts
Discounts
12€ discount (age 0–14)
free for infants (age 0–1), -33% tickets (age 2–15)
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Thames Speedboat Cruise in London with Live Commentary (Thames Ribs)

$67.00

Video 

Before the Cruise

Waiting Area

Safety

Getting There

During The Cruise

The Ship

Cruise Itinerary

Live Commentary by Skipper

Slow vs. Speedy Parts

Part of the Thames Barrier which helps prevents floods in London.
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