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Thames evening cruise with sparkling wine and canapés

  • About 2 hours
  • Shared sightseeing cruise
  • City Cruises Tower Millennium Pier
  • 4.0(609 reviews)

London's skyline from the river, one glass in hand

A relaxed evening pause, not a dinner cruise. The boat moves through central London as daylight turns to an illuminated skyline, and you see the landmarks from a new angle.

One glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink and canapés are included; more drinks are sold on board. There is live music in the saloon and an open deck for photos.

No guided commentary: the appeal is the atmosphere. It fits well before or after dinner near the South Bank or Covent Garden.

Best for

  • Couples and friends after a seated evening
  • A gentle river orientation without a full dinner cruise
  • Guests with dinner plans before or after

Highlights

  • Two hours on the Thames at dusk
  • Westminster, the Shard, Tower Bridge and the Tower from the water
  • Sparkling wine or soft drink, plus canapés
  • Open deck, indoor saloon and live music

Itinerary

  1. Board at Tower Millennium Pier

    18:15 boarding on the currently listed departure

    The listed sailing departs at 18:30; always rely on the final booking confirmation for timing.

  2. Settle in with a drink and canapés

    Opening

    Choose the open deck for river air and photographs, or the indoor saloon for the more sheltered atmosphere.

  3. Central Thames sightseeing

    About 2 hours

    The route gives river views toward Westminster and past landmarks including the London Eye, Globe, Shard, Tower of London and Tower Bridge.

  4. Return to the departure pier

    Finish

    Continue independently to dinner or the rest of the evening.

What's included

  • Two-hour Thames sightseeing cruise
  • One glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink
  • Selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian canapés
  • Additional alcoholic drinks, available to buy on board
  • A full dinner or substantial meal
  • Hotel pickup or drop-off
  • Landmark narration or a dedicated tour guide

Important information

  • This is an evening sightseeing and aperitif cruise, not a dinner cruise. Plan a separate meal if dinner is part of the evening.
  • The supplier lists the cruise as not wheelchair accessible and sets a minimum age of 13. Service animals are allowed; dress code is smart casual.
  • Canapés include vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, but dietary requirements should be checked with the supplier before booking rather than assumed to be accommodated.
  • The operator requests boarding before sailing; the currently listed timing is 18:15 for an 18:30 departure, but final times can vary by date.
  • Free cancellation is available only up to three days before the experience. Reconfirm current cancellation terms and weather policy before paying.

Meeting and end point

Meeting point

City Cruises Tower Millennium Pier, London EC3N 4DT

End point

Returns to the departure pier

Not included — boarding is at Tower Millennium Pier. Arrive at the time in the booking confirmation.

Get there with Meilora

A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.

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