About this experience
Experience London’s cityscape from two unique perspectives—by river and by sky. Cruise along the River Thames on an Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, taking in iconic landmarks like the Tower of London from the water. Then, board the London Cable Car for a bird's eye view of the O2 Arena built for the Olympic Games 2012, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and the breathtaking London skyline.
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What to expect
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Board at Battersea Power Station Pier
Your cruise begins at Battersea Power Station Pier — step aboard an Uber Boat by Thames Clippers and settle in as London's skyline opens up around you.
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Cruise the Thames through central London
The boat passes through the Central Zone, taking in landmarks including Vauxhall, the London Eye, Westminster, Blackfriars, and the Tower of London from the water.
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Continue east to North Greenwich
The route continues through Canary Wharf and on to North Greenwich — the nearest pier to the cable car terminal.
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Board the London Cable Car
From North Greenwich, walk to the cable car terminal and take a return gondola crossing high above the Thames, with views over the O2 Arena, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and the city beyond.
Meeting point
Battersea Power Station Pier, London SW11 8AX, UK
- 1Make your way to Battersea Power Station Pier to begin your cruise. Your mobile ticket covers both the boat and the cable car — simply present it at each boarding point. For the cable car, disembark at North Greenwich Pier and follow signs to the Emirates Air Line terminal.
Know before you go
Good to know
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers is London's primary river bus service, operating scheduled commuter and leisure routes along the Thames between Putney and Barking Riverside.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Mobile tickets are accepted at both the Thames Clippers pier and the cable car terminal, so your phone is all you need.
Can I board at a different pier, or must I start at Battersea Power Station?
The listed meeting point is Battersea Power Station Pier. If you have a hop-on hop-off day pass, you can board at any pier along the route; for one-way or return tickets, check your specific ticket terms for boarding flexibility.
How do I get from the boat to the cable car?
Disembark at North Greenwich Pier — it is the closest stop to the Emirates Air Line cable car terminal, which is a short walk away.
Is this suitable for wheelchair users?
Most Thames Clipper piers are wheelchair accessible. The exceptions are Cadogan Pier, Wandsworth Riverside Quarter Pier, and London Bridge City Pier. The cable car gondolas can accommodate wheelchairs.
My child is under 5 — do I need to buy them a ticket?
Children under 5 travel free. Each paying adult may bring up to two under-5s at no charge; children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
How often do the boats run, and how long does the cruise take?
Departure times and frequency vary by route and time of day. Check the Uber Boat by Thames Clippers website for current timetables before you travel, as schedules are not fixed.