About Thames Rockets

Indulge a need for speed with Thames Rockets: a turbocharged boat ride along the iconic River Thames. You’ll quite literally have to hold onto your hats as once you set sail, there’s no turning back!

Things To Do At Thames Rockets

This is the original sightseeing Thames experience and offers a view of the capital like no other, with plenty of history thrown in. Over 50 minutes, you’ll spot world-famous landmarks, beginning at the London Eye Pier. Catch a glimpse of Big Ben as it disappears into the distance, dash through the docklands or grab onto your shipmates as the engines rev up to speeds of 35mph under Tower Bridge. As the team say, ‘Think you know London? Think again!’

  • London's Fastest Speedboat! The Ultimate London Adventure

    Thames Rockets invites you to experience a thrilling blast across London! Are you ready?

    The one that started it all! The Ultimate London Adventure is our original and most popular speedboat experience, perfect for families and anyone who knows what's good for them. Hop aboard this London speedboat experience to see the very best that London has to offer with speed and style!

  • The UK's #1 Speedboat Experience!

    See over 20 iconic London landmarks and sights on our Ultimate London Adventure on-board the newest fleet in the UK, take in the mighty Thames Barrier on our Thames Barrier Explorer’s Voyage, or go all out with our all speed Break the Barrier – we put something special on for everybody passenger and for every occasion, and the personal touch is guaranteed each and every time we sail!

  • Blast Your Way Through London!

    See London like never before - at high speed! Our award-winning skippers will guide you through the sights before unleashing 800 horsepower engines, blasting down the River Thames at 35mph!

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 10:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 19:00
  • Friday, 10:00 - 19:00
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 19:00
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 19:00

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

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Thames Rockets

Boarding Gate One, The London Eye Pier, South Bank, Greater London, SE1 7PB, England

Tel: 02079288933

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Last updated: 08:47 13/08/2025

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