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Fantastic family fun on a Thames Rockets London speedboat
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Fly across the Thames at 35mph on a Thames Rockets London speedboat 

High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London

By Thames Rockets
10 out of 10
Price is $76 per adult
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Features
  • 50m
  • Mobile voucher
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Overview

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.

Activity location

  • Thames Rockets
    • The London Eye Millennium Pier
    • SE1 7PB, London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Thames Rockets
    • The London Eye Millennium Pier
    • SE1 7PB, London, Greater London, United Kingdom

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Summer
  • Activity duration is 50 minutes50m50m
  • English

ULA

Language options: English
Price details
$75.74 x 1 Adult$75.74
Total
Price is $75.74

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLifejacket
  • What's includedWhat's includedExpert guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional skipper
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 14 years must be accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 6 months
  • All seats must be pre-booked with the supplier, refer to voucher for further details
  • '24 hour rebooking promise' - any confirmed booking date and/or time for a public departure can be amended with a minimum 24hrs notice period
  • Without exception pregnant passengers CANNOT travel

Activity itinerary

London Eye (Pass by)
Step on board at the world famous London Eye Pier and get ready for an adventure like no other!
Thames River (Pass by)
Take to the river 21st century style - with just 12 passengers on board this is an up close and personal experience form start to finish.
Houses of Parliament (Pass by)
Your on board guide will be your ally on this great adventure regaling you with tales of London's history.
Big Ben (Pass by)
See the sights from the comfort of a small group tour on a high spec vehicle!
St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass by)
Our vessels are small and manoeuvrable meaning you will get closer than on any other boat tour.
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre (Pass by)
See the world famous Shakespeare's Globe Theatre as you sail along the iconic river.
30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin) (Pass by)
Spot famous landmarks around the city whilst on-board and don't forget to capture some great photos.
The View from The Shard (Pass by)
See the tallest building in London and hold on tight before you blast up to 30 knots.
Tower of London (Pass by)
Whoop and cheer as you bounce across the wake. This is sightseeing like no other!
Tower Bridge (Pass by)
Our comic guides will share some interesting facts with you whilst you sail past many famous landmarks.
Canary Wharf (Pass by)
Zoom up to 30 knots (35mph) around Canary Wharf and the Docklands.
HMS Belfast (Pass by)
Sail past the permanently moored former battleship, it is now a floating Royal Naval Museum.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium (Pass by)
Disembark at the London Eye Pier near this attraction, an Oceanic exhibit for all ages.
The London Dungeon (Pass by)
Within close proximity to our boarding gate, why not visit this attraction after your speedboat ride.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThames Rockets
    • The London Eye Millennium Pier
    • SE1 7PB, London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThames Rockets
    • The London Eye Millennium Pier
    • SE1 7PB, London, Greater London, United Kingdom

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