At the heart of the city, the unique and award winning sightseeing cruise dominates the river. Ditch dry land and hop aboard The lastminute.com London Eye River Cruise, which takes you on a tour of the city’s most popular riverside landmarks from the perspective of our famous river. The expert guides on board know exactly how to keep visitors entertained whilst bringing the city to life. From fun facts about the Millennium bridge and Harry Potter to the history of the Houses of Parliament and many more landmarks. The commentary gives guests the facts and laughs to create a unique experience. What is the London Eye River Cruise? London Eye River Cruise departs from the pier below the London Eye. It is an award winning 40-minute sightseeing cruise and travels passed the houses of parliament and all the way to Tower Bridge and back. The cruise ticket includes a souvenir guide map (available in seven languages) and access to The lastminute.com London Eye 4D experience. How long does the cruise last? The London Eye River Cruise is a 40 minutes circular cruise.