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Mother Daughter on the London Sightseeing River Cruise with Afternoon Tea
Guests Pouring Tea on the London Sightseeing River Cruise with Afternoon Tea
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London Afternoon Tea River Cruise

1 Location
4.9 (17 reviews)
Valid for
12 months
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The Highlights

  • Enjoy 90 minutes of culture & relaxation
  • Stunning views of London landmarks
  • Traditional afternoon tea & treats
  • 360 degree views of London an open air deck
  • Live or recorded commentary about London’s landmarks
  • Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free menus available
  • Exchangeable Experience Gift
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4.9 (17 reviews)

1 Location

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  • London - Tower Pier

The Experience

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and take in London’s landmarks in true London style with a 90-minute, scenic cruise and afternoon tea on the Thames. Because let’s be honest, the only way to sightsee London is with a slice of cake in one hand and a cuppa in the other.

Indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea, complete with freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, an array of finger sandwiches, and delicious pastries. Paired with a steaming pot of tea or coffee, it’s the perfect complement to your journey through the heart of the capital.

With panoramic windows you can cosy up in the heated indoor cabin for a relaxed view, or venture out to the open-air deck for 360-degree views of iconic sights, like The Tower of London, The Shard, The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben & The London Eye (perfect for snapping that Insta-worthy photo, as long as you don't mind rocking the windswept look)!

Whether you're planning a classy girls' day out, looking for unique things to do in London for couples, or searching for the perfect gift for mum, an afternoon tea on the Thames offers a stylish and memorable way to experience the city, making any occasion extra special.

Important Information

  • Please allow a few hours for the whole experience
  • Tables are pre-allocated to guests before boarding. Please be aware that some tables are close to others and are all fixed to the floor so cannot be moved. Window tables are available and can only seat up to 2 people.
  • Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free menus are available however it's not possible to offer a menu that is both vegan and gluten-free.
  • Please specify any dietary requirements when booking your afternoon tea river cruise.

Afternoon tea cruises are available daily.

Please note that over the winter months, availability may be reduced on certain days, in particular Mondays and Tuesdays.

Boarding is at: 15:15
Cruising is from: 15:30 to 17:00

Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to boarding.

You'll meet at: Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames Street, EC3N 4DT

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

  • Adults: 13+
  • Child: 2 - 12 years
  • Under 2's travel free, unless they require a seat in which case a child ticket must be bought.
  • Under 18's must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Toilet facilities are available on board.
  • Casual dress code.
  • Wheelchairs can be accommodated on dining cruises providing: The wheelchair user can walk from the pier on to the boat without aid of the wheelchair (which is a matter of a few feet), the wheelchair is collapsible and the user can sit at the table and chairs without the aid of the wheelchair.
  • All boats have open space areas with great views. Some have upper decks that offer an elevated view.
  • All boats have inside seating and are fully heated.
  • Bikes are not allowed on board however child's scooters are allowed.
  • There is a fully stocked bar on board serving drinks and snacks (at an additional charge). It's not possible to warm up baby food.
  • Dogs are not allowed on dining cruises except for guide dogs accompanying blind passengers.

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

Images are for illustrative purposes only. The experience may vary by location or availability. Please refer to the experience description for full details of what is included.

FAQs

Sample Afternoon Tea Menu - Please advise of dietary requirements when booking

  • Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese on Light Rye & Caraway Bread
  • Egg Mayonnaise and Watercress on Basil & Spinach Bread (V)
  • Coronation Chicken on Brown Bread
  • Chipotle and Sweetcorn on Beetroot & Dill Bread (VG)

Fresh Baked Plain Scone (V)
Served with Cornish Clotted Cream and Strawberry Preserve

Pâtisseries

  • Chocolate Brownie (V)
  • Mango Pebble (V)
  • Lemon Tart (V)
  • Strawberry Macaroon (V)

Drinks
Choice of unlimited tea or filter coffee

Alcoholic upgrades are available on the day.

Sample Vegan Afternoon Tea Menu - Please advise of dietary requirements when booking

  • Spiced Avocado and Tomato on Basil & Spinach Bread (VG)
  • Baba Ganoush on Light Rye & Caraway Bread (VG)
  • Roasted Beetroot and Hummus on White Bread (VG)
  • Chipotle and Sweetcorn on Beetroot & Dill Bread (VG)

Fresh Baked Plain Scone (V)
With Cornish Clotted Cream and Strawberry Preserve

Dessert
Zesty Citrus Sponge Slice (VG)

Drinks
Choice of unlimited tea or filter coffee

Alcoholic upgrades are available on the day

(V) Vegetarian
(VG) Vegan
(N) Contains Nuts

Great Reviews

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  • I arranged the afternoon tea cruise on the Thames as part of my wife's birthday present. The initial purchase of the voucher and subsequent choosing of the specific day we wanted, was easy to sort out on line. On the actual day, we were initially shown to a table in the middle of the boat, which would have been fine, but just as the cruise was about to begin, a lovely member of the crew invited us to a vacant table by the window, which afforded us far better views of the London skyline - result! The afternoon tea itself was much better than we expected and seemed designed to impress. Sandwiches were carefully crafted with unexpected and tasty fillings. The small pastries and sweet treats looked special and tasted very indulgent. To top it off, a couple a slightly warm scones were provided along with jam and cream, which were delicious. If I was being picky, I would suggest that the cream supplied with the scones was not clotted cream, but nevertheless it was all delicious. Once we had finished our tea, we wandered up on deck for a spectacular view of London's landmarks from the river, whilst the 'waterman' aboard gave us some very interesting commentary about the history of buildings, statues and bridges as we cruised by them. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable day, which I consider to be good value for money. More importantly, my wife also loved it and I earned many brownie points.

    Dave 09 Oct 2026
  • It was a lovely afternoon sailing up and down the Thames, enjoying a lovely afternoon tea. The scones were particularly good. The staff were excellent.

    Janet 01 Oct 2026
  • Excellent tea, attentive staff and lovely boat

    Ralph 01 Oct 2026
  • It was really good never got proper commentary that was dis appointing

    Anne & Den 24 Sept 2026
  • Amazing experience

    Farid 24 Jun 2026
  • First time on thames,my friend & myself enjoyed it very much,bonus was our table right at the front,amazing

    Linda 18 Jun 2026
  • We really enjoyed our afternoon tea on the Thames, lovely tea, lovely views, good service, sunshine and a glass of champagne, what’s not to like!

    Kathy 22 May 2026
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