Attractions by Boat

Some of the most famous cultural, historical, educational and entertaining attractions in the world are situated on the River Thames. Below is a list of piers on our route as well as some of the attractions in each area. All attractions listed are either located on the riverbank itself or just a short walk from the pier.

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Choose a pier to see attractions

attractions by boat Millbank Pier Millbank Pier Embankment Pier Embankment Pier Blackfriers Pier Blackfriers Pier Bankside Pier Bankside Pier London Eye Pier London Eye Pier London Bridge Pier London Bridge Pier Hilton Docklands Pier Hilton Docklands Pier Tower Pier Tower Pier Canary Wharf Pier Canary Wharf Pier Masthouse Pier Masthouse Pier Greenland Pier Greenland Pier Greenwich Pier Greenwich Pier Royal Arsenal Woolwich Pier Royal Arsenal Woolwich Pier North Greenwich Pier, The O2 North Greenwich Pier, The O2

Masthouse Terrace Pier

The Great River Race

The annual river race takes place in September, starting from Millwall Slipway opposite the Docklands centre, travelling upriver to Richmond finishing in Ham. Featuring a combination of 300 serious competitors, charity racers, leisure and fun rowers from all over the world, the day is action packed and a fun day for all, and what better way to see it than from a Thames Clipper!

10 mins walk