London’s BridgesĪ number of bridges, many of which are themselves London landmarks, cross the River Thames, linking the South and North Banks. From the river, the city is spread out before you on both sides. You’ll see the dome of Saint Paul’s Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. You’ll see new structures - like the Gherkin, and the commercial skyscraper at 20 Fenchurch Street that has become known as the Walkie Talkie because of its shape - towering behind old buildings. The Shard, a 95-story building that looks like a glass pyramid, sits at the edge of the South Bank. Today, modern skyscrapers stand among centuries-old buildings. The London Eye is not the only structure that has changed the London landscape over the past 20 years. The river also offers an unique view of the London skyline. The wheel is situated along the South Bank of the Thames across from the Houses of Parliament, and you’ll get an unobstructed view of the entire wheel from the river. Sometimes you’ll catch glimpses of larger portions of the wheel. As you travel through London, you’ll notice that the top of the wheel is often visible behind other buildings. It has changed the London skyline and is now an icon of the city. Launched in 2000, this giant Ferris wheel offers 360-degree views of the city. The London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel. This was the way I saw London from the Thames.Īs you sail down the river, watch for some of these London landmarks. You won’t get the commentary offered on the other cruise tours, but you will have a great deal more flexibility. They offer a River Roamer fare that allows you to hop on and off boats on any of the piers all day long. Thames Clippers is a water bus service with 23 pier stops on its routes and departures every 20 minutes. Both Thamesjet and Thames RIB Experience offer tours on rigid inflatable boats (RIB). The more adventurous may be interested in a speedboat tour. One of the ticket options on City Cruises is a 24-hour pass that allows you to get on and off at any of four piers.
Viscount Cruises offers daytime sightseeing cruises and a Sunday evening cruise. A shorter hop-on, hop-off route covers five piers from Westminster to Saint Katharine’s Pier. One route runs from Westminster to Greenwich. Thames River Sightseeing offers two different cruise tours. Several tour companies offer River Thames sightseeing cruises with commentary, often with refreshment services on board. Viewing London from the Thames gives you a deeper appreciation of the river’s importance to this great city. As England’s longest river and an important trade route, the River Thames has shaped the city’s history. Famous landmarks on both sides of the river can be viewed via sightseeing bus or on foot, but seeing them from the river itself provides a unique perspective. The River Thames runs through the heart of London, England.
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