River Thames - sightseeing cruises, boat hire, speedboat hire and more...

Skuna BBQ Boats

Congratulations on discovering the UK's first and only Hot Tub & BBQ Boats, better known as 'SkunaBoats'.

You will set sail to explore Central London docklands from the comfort of our unique boats.

Also, enjoy some cold beverages and have the most memorable time with your friends & family. We promise you will have the most incredible time from start to finish.

You have two boat options: to soak in toasty 38° freshwater in our hot tub boats or cook up a feast on our BBQ boats.

Perfect if you like something fun & unique!

10% resident discount on BBQ boats exc Saturdays - use code RESIDENT10 at checkout

Go Boat - boat hire from Paddington and Canary Wharf - 10% residents discount

Uberboat

In August 2020, we entered into an exciting partnership with Uber and became known as Uber Boat by Thames Clippers.

River Bus tickets are now available through the Uber app, in addition to existing payment methods, meaning Uber app users can buy tickets in advance and then use QR technology to board. This provides Londoners and visitors with even more options to commute, visit, explore and enjoy the capital by river.   Running regular services from Greenwich in East London to Putney in West London, covering great stopping points such as Canary Wharf, the O2, Battersea Power Station and more...

City Cruises - hop on hop off

Book river cruises on the Thames with City Cruises. London's no 1 sightseeing cruise with a variety of ticket options available.

Thames Rib experience

After delivering more than 10 years of Adrenaline, Thames RIB Experience have grown to have the largest fleet with the biggest engines and operate from more locations than any other London Speedboat company.

In 2008 Thames RIB Experience made a Blast to the River Thames with 2 brand new high-powered RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats). We have added multiple vessels to our fleet over the years and we now have the BIGGEST, FASTEST, LOUDEST boats on the Thames. This gives us the ultimate fleet of high speed RIB boats, faster than any other operator on the Thames, fully loaded with sound and PA systems, safety rails and 740HP Yanmar high performance engines.

What better way to see London’s sights than from the most famous waterway in the World, the River Thames, on these magnificent London Speedboats designed for the Ultimate Thames Speedboat Rollercoaster Adrenaline Packed Experience! As you journey along the River Thames, our guide will provide you with a wealth of witty, comical and very informative knowledge about the vast amount of wonderful sights that London has. This is no boring sightseeing tour!

Only a stone’s throw from all the major tourist areas; Westminster, Covent Garden, Leicester Square, The Strand, Trafalgar Square to name a few – so whilst enjoying Central London go for the Ultimate Experience and get close to the London sights. Experience more of London’s historical sites in one hour than on any of the more conventional tours.

Passengers can choose any of our Experiences that run from Embankment Pier. The 20 or 40 minute Blasts from either Tower Millennium Pier or the O2 North Greenwich Pier, or our newest product, the one way Transfers operating between Embankment Pier and Tower Pier.

Thames Rockets

Thames Rockets invite you to experience a Thames cruise 21st century style. The original speedboat sightseeing Thames cruise in London that certainly started it all. This is now our most popular speedboat experience. ... Blast your way from the iconic London Eye Pier for 50 minutes that will stay with you forever.

Thames Jets

Enjoy some high-speed exhilaration as you ride down the River Thames on one of our rib jet speed boats. On our Thames speed boat trips, you will splash past iconic sights like the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, and more. 

As you take off, you'll be able to sit back and enjoy the view, but then, once you pass Tower Bridge, be ready for speed as you enter the fast zone. Not only are our speedboat Thames tours a great way to see London from a unique angle, but they also offer excitement, exhilaration and an unforgettable experience.

Diplomat Cruises - luxury speedboat hire on the Thames

Diplomat Cruises is the premier Thames River Cruises, Luxury Yacht and Boat Hire London company. We provide bespoke private yacht charters for our discerning London clients and TV Filming on the River Thames. Experiences include Marriage Proposal, James Bond Thames Speedboat and Thames Dinner Cruises. 

Emirates Cable Car

Glide above the Thames in the Emirates Air Line cable car and take in aerial views of London's skyline, as you travel from the Greenwich Peninsula to the Royal Docks.

What can I see?

Enjoy beautiful views of the river Thames, London's skyline, the Greenwich Peninsula, the Royal Docks and The O2.

View sunset over the river Thames and watch the city come alive after dark with extended night flights after 7pm.

Richmond Bridge Rowing Boat Hire

The idyllic peace of the River Thames is closer than you think! Rowing skiffs for hourly hire to carry 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8 persons are available throughout the season (March-October) on a first-come, first-served basis.

Boats may also be reserved on request, including larger vessels to hold up to 12 persons. All boats are supplied with lifejackets if requested (compulsory for children).

Boat hire near Hampton Court

Boat hire in Windsor

From rowing boats to day boats and motorboat hire - there is something for everyone here!

At John Logie motorboats we have been providing the public with our vibrant, safe, clean, reliable, self-drive hire boats for over four decades, we are located on the Windsor promenade that runs adjacent to Barry Avenue. You can’t miss our fleet of bright yellow motorboats and gleaming blue rowing boats, for hire seven days a week (weather and river conditions permitting). For information on the latest river conditions click the link bellow.

Cruise on a Mississippi steamer from Kingston or Richmond