London: Westminster Guided Walking Tour + Thames River Cruise + The Shard Entry

About this experience

Westminster walking tour, Thames cruise and The Shard tickets Book this small-group day out to walk Westminster with a local guide, cruise the Thames and finish at The Shard. The experience takes about 7 hours and tickets start from £105 per person. The price changes with the date and start time you choose. Your river cruise and Shard entry are both included, so there is nothing extra to buy. The tour begins at 150 Piccadilly near Green Park station, in groups of up to 15 people. Arrive 10 minutes early, because late arrivals are not refunded. You walk to Buckingham Palace, where the Changing of the Guard takes place on certain days. Your guide then leads you through Westminster past Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square and the Houses of Parliament. You then board a river cruise from Westminster Pier to Bankside Pier, passing the London Eye, Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe on the way. The day ends at The Shard with the lift ride to the top for a 360-degree view of London. What is included Guided small-group walking tour of Westminster, with 20+ top sights Thames river cruise from Westminster Pier to Bankside Pier Entry to the viewing galleries of The Shard Food and drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off, other transport and optional tips are not included. The Shard at the end of the day The viewing galleries are 244 metres above the street. The indoor galleries are on Levels 68 and 69, and the open-air Skydeck is on Level 72, with views that can reach 40 miles (64 km) on a clear day. Having walked and sailed the route, you can pick out Parliament, the London Eye and Tower Bridge from above. Our Shard visitor guide covers opening times, last entry and what to expect. If you only want the view, book standalone The View from The Shard tickets. For a shorter day on foot without the river, see the Westminster and London Bridge walking tour with Shard tickets. To add more time on the water, look at Thames cruise tickets from Westminster to the Tower. Getting to The Shard The Shard entrance is on Joiner Street, a 2 minute walk from London Bridge station, which is served by the Northern and Jubilee lines and National Rail. Opening times at the viewing galleries vary by date and with events, and last entry is 1 hour before closing. How your booking works Choose your date and start time at checkout. Your mobile voucher is emailed shortly after you book and shows the exact meeting point and start time. Show the ticket on your smartphone to your guide, and your guide hands over your cruise and Shard tickets at the end of the walk. At The Shard, all guests go through security screening. Bags and backpacks larger than 55 x 38 x 20 cm are not allowed, and tripods and monopods are not permitted. Only food and drink bought inside can be taken into the viewing galleries. Cancellation and tips You can cancel this booking for free up to 24 hours before the start of the experience. Wear comfortable shoes, and bring a warm jacket for the river and the open-air Skydeck. The tour is listed as wheelchair accessible. Children under 18 must be with an adult at The Shard. Who this tour suits It suits first-time visitors who want a full day of London on foot, on the river and from above, with the route planned for them. It is a long day, so allow time for lunch, which is not included.

Highlights

• Walk Westminster from Green Park with a local guide
• See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament
• Cruise the Thames from Westminster Pier to Bankside Pier
• Spot the London Eye, Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe from the river
• Finish with entry to The Shard, 244 metres above the city

What is included

• Guided small-group walking tour of Westminster
• Thames river cruise from Westminster Pier to Bankside Pier
• Entry to the viewing galleries of The Shard

Not included

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Other transport
• Tips (optional)

Before you go

Know before you go Your voucher shows the exact meeting point and start time. Show the ticket on your smartphone to your guide, who hands over your cruise and Shard ticket at the end of the walk. The tour starts at 150 Piccadilly, near Green Park station, and takes about 7 hours including the river cruise and The Shard. Groups have up to 15 people. Arrive 10 minutes early. Late arrivals are not refunded. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a warm jacket for the river and the open-air Skydeck. Food and drinks are not included, so plan for lunch. Bags larger than 55 x 38 x 20 cm, tripods and monopods are not allowed at The Shard. Children under 18 must be with an adult at The Shard.

Cancellation terms

It is possible to cancel this booking free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.