Canary Wharf Attractions & Things to do

Enjoy a evening of food, wine and entertainment as you cruise down the River Thames. Glide past some of London's most spectacular landmarks including the Houses of Parliament, St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge, as you cruise from the center of London to the Thames River barrier and back.
Duration: 3 hours.

Combine London’s waterfront sights with a 2-course lunch during a 1.5-hour Thames River sightseeing cruise! While cruising between Tower Pier and Westminster, savor a 2-course lunch with tea or coffee and admire views of London landmarks from the water. Look out for the Shard, the London Eye, Big Ben and more, and purchase drinks from the onboard bar, if you wish.

Boarding begins at 11:30AM for prompt departure at 11:45AM.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Take afternoon tea on the Thames during a 1.5-hour river sightseeing cruise in London. While enjoying the oh-so-British tradition of tea with cakes and sandwiches, cruise through the heart of central London on a round-trip route from Tower Pier to Westminster to see several of the city’s best-known sights. Gaze out at the London Eye, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and more!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Wind up your day in the best possible way on a sunset River Thames boat cruise! Lasting two hours, this London sightseeing cruise passes all the top London attractions that frame the Thames between Westminster and Greenwich. As the sun sets on this bustling city, relax with sparkling wine and canapés, and catch must-see sights like the Shard, Big Ben and the London Eye.
Duration: 2 hours.

Are you an adrenaline junkie? Then this high-speed Thames river RIB experience cruise tour is tailor made for you! London will truly come alive and kicking with the fastest, most exciting River Thames cruise you could ever experience.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes.

Combine London sightseeing with a white-knuckle speedboat ride on a 50-minute Thames River cruise. Board your modern speedboat and soak up the unparalleled views of top city attractions including Big Ben, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral. Learn about the city’s history from your entertaining guide, and then feel your adrenaline rush as your skipper pulls back the throttle and you rocket along the Thames River at speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour. Small-group experience with numbers limited to 12 people.
Duration: 50 minutes.

We love what we do.
In 2021 we were voted "#1 Best of the Best - Top Thing to do in London" by Trip Advisor.
Travel at High-Speed on the biggest speedboats on the Thames for over 10 miles, with an unrestricted forward view of our great city.
We offset all our carbon emissions at our own cost.
We offer a full refund, if trips are cancelled with 24 hours notice.
You'll be welcomed at Tower Bridge Quay and given protective clothing, a lifejacket and a full safety briefing.  You'll take your place onboard, in an Ullman suspension seat. We'll head off down river at 35mph (56kph), blasting through historic Wapping, past Canary Wharf and the Cutty Sark at Greenwich.  We'll do a high speed turn at the O2 Arena and head back to Tower, all accompanied by great music.  Then we'll slow down for a cruise up to Blackfriars and back with a tour guide. You'll spend 45 minutes on the river, that you'll never forget!   Our skipper and guide are highly experienced and very friendly and welcoming.
Duration: 45 minutes.

One of the most unique things to do in London at night. Cruise down the River Thames taking in the jaw dropping views of London's finest sights whilst partying the night away at our Silent Disco! Dance with your headphones on, choose your DJ, and singalong with your friends. It's an unforgettable experience in London.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

See London by night on a 3-hour independent sightseeing experience! With a private driver to ferry you around, this night tour operates a flexible itinerary, meaning you can pick the exact sights and top London attractions that you want to see, leaving the logistics to your driver! Visit must-see areas of central London like Soho, the West End and Embankment, and get insider tips for the best places to see, explore or eat out.
Duration: 3 hours.

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist on a scenic tour to the Thames Barrier and back.

Not for the faint hearted, the mighty twin turbo 740HP engines will have the adrenaline pumping in no time. You’ll begin under Tower Bridge and will be blasted down past Greenwich, the O2 and right through the incredible Thames Barrier.
Duration: 40 minutes.

Blast along the River Thames on this 20 minute TOWER RIB BLAST round-trip speedboat cruise from Tower Millennium Pier.
Once suited up, sit back and take in the view as you head along the river past the Tower of London and under Tower Bridge. Then its throttle time!
Feel the FULL throttle of the RIB's (rigid inflatable boat) 740hp twin turbo engines as you roar along the River Thames towards Canary Wharf & back to Tower in the same fashion... It's a 20 minute BLAST! Thrill in the high speeds and intense wave crashing action at full power all the way back to the Tower Pier.
Small-group trips are limited to a maximum of 12 people.
Duration: 20 minutes.

London’s most unique tour! Sit back and relax in a floating hot tub as you tour the docklands of Canary Wharf, hearing all about the area from Skuna’s experienced tour guides.

Heated at 38 degrees celsius, soothe your soul and muscles while exploring the inner workings of London.

In groups of up to seven, don your best bikini or trunks for an unforgettable experience with one of London’s best events. A magical occasion in a floating hot tub that tours down the waterways.

Sip bubbly and enjoy a truly unique experience. Be the envy of those you pass on your way with this unusual daytime tour in the heart of London’s financial district.
Duration: 2 hours.

This fantastic interactive guided tour takes in London's top sights and gives fascinating insight into their history. With a modern sound system on board you'll be sure to hear your guide's entertaining and informative commentary even at high speed.

Choose the 45-minute Canary Wharf Experience. Take the Canary Wharf Experience to see the famous sights of the Houses of Parliament, HMS Belfast, Tower of London and Execution Dock.

Large group sizes are restricted to 12 passengers on all our tours, ensuring a personal and fun experience. London's number one action activity is not to be missed!
Duration: 45 minutes.

Nights are made for chilling and chatting, and Thames Rockets renowned guides love nothing more than showing you the river when all the other boats have disappeared, and with just the winding Thames and London’s romantic sights between you and the sunset, you’ll feel like the most important people in town. With only the very best hand-picked guides at your service, you’ll soon be giggling past the Gherkin and tittering by the Tower.

As Tower Bridge cruises into view hold on tight as your expert skipper opens the throttles and rockets you down the river! Find out why they're famous for their speedboat experiences as you twist and turn through Canary Wharf and listen to a medley of all the latest hits!

This high speed ride is sure to take your breath away, so once back to Tower Bridge you'll receive a seasonal drink to calm your nerves and bobble back to the London Eye feeling fired up.
Duration: 50 minutes.

Unleash your inner adrenaline junkie on a 45-minute high-speed cruise on the Thames River in London. Board your modern RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) with an expert skipper and guide, and feel the thrill as you speed through the British capital at speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour. Zoom past top London attractions including Tower Bridge, The O2 arena and Canary Wharf, and learn about the city's history from your guide’s entertaining commentary. Small-group experience with numbers limited to 12 people.
Duration: 45 minutes.

Are you a match for the Beast? Find out on this roaresome 40 minute high speed ride to and from Tower Pier on the biggest speedboat on the Thames, including giant scary high speed turns down to Greenwich, around the O2 Arena & through the Thames Flood Barrier.

Prick your ears for the odd rumbling growl as you step into the belly of the Beast and see the smoke before he roars away on your Tower Beast Ride.
Commentary is minimal as the focus of this trip is on the exhilaration you’ll feel at being blasted down the river on this 880hp jet-powered juggernaut, propelled by 2 Mega Monster Rolls Royce Jets.

The Thames Beast can hold up to 12 pax plus 4 crew and is available for individual tickets or private hire. Private hire enquiries can be booked online or by calling our Head Office.
Duration: 40 minutes.

Are you an adrenaline junkie? Then this high-speed PRIVATE Thames river RIB experience cruise tour is tailor made for you! London will truly come alive and kicking with the fastest, most exciting River Thames cruise you could ever experience.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes.

This fantastic interactive guided tour takes in London's top sights and gives fascinating insight into their history. With a modern sound system on board you'll be sure to hear your guide's entertaining and informative commentary even at high speed.

Choose the 45-minute PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT Canary Wharf Experience. Take the Canary Wharf Experience to see the famous sights of the Houses of Parliament, HMS Belfast, Tower of London and Execution Dock.

Group sizes are restricted to 12 passengers on all our tours, ensuring a personal and fun experience. London's number one action activity is not to be missed!
Duration: 45 minutes.

If it is plenty of speed and serious action you are after then boy this is the PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT RIDE for you! Prepare to scream in this enthralling 40 minute all high speed round trip from Tower Pier.

Not for the faint hearted, the mighty twin turbo 740HP engines will have your Adrenaline pumping in no time. You’ll begin under Tower Bridge and will be blasted up past Greenwich, the O2 and right through the incredible Thames Barrier.

You’ll still have the great music including the Bond theme ringing in your ears long after you’ve departed.
Duration: 40 minutes.

Wapping has a long history that goes all the way back to Anglo Saxon times, before it was even part of London and it takes its name from the old word Wapol, meaning ‘Marsh’.  

This whole area has been shaped by the river whether it is the great voyages of exploration, Victorian heavy industry and the docks, terrible Dickensian slums that hugged the river, the dreadful destruction of the Blitz or its modern day resurgence with big business and leisure.

We will visit famous old pubs, places of execution and great philanthropy as well as visiting locations relating to some of the most famous names in history such as Captain Cook, Thomas Jefferson, Martin Frobisher, Sir Walter Raleigh, Charles Dickens, Hanging Judge Jeffers and Captain Bligh.

See a part of real London that tourists could never find, well away from the bright lights of the West End, theatres, museums and palaces.
Duration: 3 hours.

Blast along the river Thames on this PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT CHARTER - 20 minute round-trip speedboat cruise from Tower Millennium Pier. Once suited up, sit back and take in the view as you head along the river past the Tower of London and under Tower Bridge. Then its throttle time!
Feel the FULL throttle of the RIB's (rigid inflatable boat) 740hp twin turbo engines as you roar along the river Thames towards Canary Wharf & back to Tower Pier in the same fashion... It's a 20 minute BLAST!
Thrill in the high speeds and intense wave crashing action at full power all the way back to the Tower Pier. Small-group trips are limited to a maximum of 12 people.
Duration: 20 minutes.

· Discover strange secrets about the world famous banker J.P. Morgan

· See St Annes Church and Graveyard designed by notorious architect Nicholas Hawsmoor, including his bizarre occultic Pyramid.

· See the mystical birthplace of the British Empire, where Queen Elizabeth I’s magician Dr John Dee made a pact with a demon.

· Walk through the long 117 year old foot tunnel underneath the river Thames

· See the former site of London’s secret nuclear reactor which was installed within the Unesco World Heritage site of Greenwich Maritime College, Sir Christopher Wren's famous building.

· Discover places of ritual magic

· Take a photo on the the Greenwich Prime meridian.

Duration: 3 hours.

Explore the vibrant energy of London in the 1980s with our exclusive tour! Dive into the dynamic music scene of the era, from the rise of new wave and punk to the emergence of iconic bands like The Clash and Duran Duran. Visit legendary venues such as the Marquee Club and Camden Palace, where music history was made night after night. Explore the colorful streets of Soho, buzzing with creativity and alternative culture. From the fashion-forward boutiques of Carnaby Street to the bustling markets of Portobello Road, experience the eclectic spirit of '80s London like never before. Join us for a journey back in time to the pulsating heart of this iconic decade!
Duration: 3 hours.

Discover the hidden secrets of London on our Conspiracy and Finance Tour! Dive into the city's shadowy past, exploring notorious finance scandals and conspiracy theories that shaped history. From the financial hubs of the Square Mile to the enigmatic backstreets of the illuminati headquarters, uncover the truth behind London's most intriguing mysteries. Perfect for history buffs and thrill seekers alike!
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.