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Westminster Pier

Address: London SW1A 2JH, United Kingdom. Find On Maps

Westminster Pier is the top spot to begin your journey with Thames River Sightseeing's boat service on the River Thames. It's close to famous places like the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and the London Eye. You can also see cool attractions like the bronze statue of Boudicca and her daughters defending against the Romans.

Cruising from this pier? Go for:

River Thames Sightseeing Cruise: From Westminster

Greenwich Pier

Address: King William Walk, London, SE10 9HT. Find On Maps

Greenwich Pier is perfect for tourists keen on exploring the maritime wonders of Greenwich. Once you step off the pier, you'll see the impressive Cutty Sark, a famous tea clipper. If you're not up for a ship tour, there are plenty of other options nearby. Check out Greenwich Market, the National Maritime Museum, or the Old Royal Naval College. You could also take a stroll through Greenwich Park or visit the Royal Observatory to see the Greenwich Meridian Line.

Cruising from this pier? Go for:

River Thames Sightseeing Cruise: From Westminster

Tower Pier

Address: Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT. Find On Maps

Tower Millennium Pier, located in Tower Hill on the north side of the River Thames, is managed by London River Services. It's an ideal starting point for exploring two iconic London attractions: the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. St Katharine's Dock is also nearby. From Tower Pier, you'll enjoy fantastic views of Tower Bridge as boats come and go. You can buy tickets at our booth on the pier or online to save time.

Cruising from this pier? go for:

Evening Cruise on River Thames
Thames River Lunch Cruise Ticket
Thames Afternoon Tea Cruise

Getting to Thames river cruise piers

Closest tube station: Westminster (Exit 1 for Westminster Pier)

Closest bus stops:

Parliament Street – Stop C for service 24
Parliament Street – Stop G for services 12, 159, 453
Bridge Street – Stop H for service 211
Westminster Bridge – Stop D for services 148, 159, 211
Westminster Bridge – Stop E for services 12, 148, 159, 453

Closest tube station: Cutty Sark (DLR Lewisham branch)

Closest bus stops:

King William Walk – Stop C for services 129, 177, 180, 188, 386
King William Walk – Stop D for service 286
Creek Road – Stop A for services 188, 199

Nearest tube stations:

Tower Hill Underground Station
London Fenchurch Street Station
Tower Gateway DLR station
London Bridge Train station

Nearest bus stops:

Tower of London (Stop TB) for buses 15 and N15
Tower of London (Stop TA) for buses 15 and N15
Tower Gateway (Stop TD) for buses 42, 78, 100, 343, and N551
Tower Hill / Tower Gateway Station (Stop TE) for buses 42, 78, 100, 343, and N551

Bicycles: There's a Santander Cycles drop-off point at Tower Gateway Station.

Your Thames river cruise route

Famous attractions on your Thames river cruise

The Houses of Parliament

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Houses of Parliament is the center of the British government. Also known as the Palace of Westminster, the building is famous for its neo-gothic architecture and Big Ben, the clock tower at its north end.

Nearest pier: Westminster pier

Parking near Thames river piers

Westminster pier

Q-Park Westminster Car Park: This is the closest car park to Westminster Pier, located just a few minutes' walk away. Be prepared for central London parking charges, though.
Q-Park Trafalgar Square Car Park: Another Q-Park option, this one is a bit further away but may offer slightly better rates depending on the day.

Greenwich pier

The O2 Car Park: If you're visiting Greenwich and planning to see a show at the O2 Arena, you can purchase a Park & Glide ticket which includes parking at The O2 Car Park and a Thames Clipper River Cruise ticket.
National Maritime Museum Car Park: Located a short walk from Greenwich Pier, this car park is a good option if you're visiting the museum or the surrounding area.

Tower pier

Unfortunately, there isn't any direct parking available at Tower Pier itself. However, there are a few options nearby:

On-Street Parking: Metered street parking can be found around the Tower of London, but be aware of time restrictions and charges.
Car parks near Tower Bridge: Several car parks are located close to Tower Bridge, a short walk from Tower Pier. Searching online for car parks near Tower Bridge will show you the available options.