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Westminster 3-Hour Private Tour with Thames River Cruise
Joined 2024
See the very best of historic Westminster with your own private tour guide before cruising down the River Thames by boat - this is a great way to experience many of London's most famous landmarks, both on land and from the water!
See Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and much more with your guide, then travel down the river to see the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and cross under London Bridge!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
The Ritz
- Meet your local guide outside the Ritz hotel (W1J 9BR). Next to two red telephone boxes. Nearest underground station is Green Park.
Buckingham Palace
Your tour begins with a stroll through royal Green Park to Buckingham Palace - official residence of the King! Here, your guide will tell stories of the palace's long history.
(Pssst....want to see the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony? This is your chance! Book the 10am start time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, or any day in June & July)
The Mall
We then walk up The Mall, past Clarence House (where Charles & Camilla often stay when they are in London) & catch a glimpse of St James Palace. We will stop along the way to admire the various statues, historic buildings & monuments.
Trafalgar Square
You'll visit Westminster's most famous public square, built to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar and the site of many famous British gatherings. See Nelson's Column and many other statues and historic buildings around the square.
Whitehall
Continue towards the political heart of London, passing Downing Street and the London Eye along the way.
Parliament Square & Houses of Parliament
See famous statues including Winston Churchill in this historic square, and admire the impressive Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster) and Big Ben!
Westminster Abbey
Next, you'll approach the iconic Westminster Abbey, where many Royal weddings, funerals, and coronations have taken place over centuries. Your guide will tell you stories of the abbey's past and the famous people buried here.
Walk to Westminster Pier
Your guide will show you the way to nearby Westminster Pier, and you'll also be given tickets for the next part of your tour - a relaxing cruise down the Thames!
Thames River Cruise
Sit back and get comfortable as you watch the London sights along this historic part of the Thames, travelling from Westminster towards the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.
You'll get great views of the London Eye, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Tate Modern, HMS Belfast and other city landmarks, as well as crossing under Blackfriars Bridge, Millennium Bridge, Southwark Bridge and London Bridge!
Ending Point
Nearby Westminster Pier
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Fun Local Guide
Private Walking Tour of Westminster Area
Over 20 of the top sights of London
Ticket for your Thames River Cruise experience!
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tour Important Information
*This is a walking tour so please wear comfortable shoes
*The tour will run in all weather so bring an umbrella or rain jacket
*Food & drink not included - please bring snacks and water
*At the end of your walking tour, your guide will give you tickets for the River Cruise
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Geoff L.
Hello everyone, I am Geoff, a tour guide in London.
My team and i run some of the best tours in London (and beyond)
If you want to visit the filming locations for Harry Potter, try some amazing British food, see the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, enter Westminster Abbey or go down into Churchills War Rooms : we have the tours for you
We are all British and are passionate about London (the best city on the planet) We have been running tours since 2017. We will make it your experience with us one to remember. Lots of great photo opportunities and memories to take home with you
Myself and my team are all tourists at heart and we understand what makes a great experience on holiday. You are in good hands !
We know London very well and know all the back streets and great places that every visitor needs to see
We are looking forward to showing you around
