Tours and Sightseeing

The cities, towns and villages that populate the banks of the river Thames cry out to be explored. Whether it’s on a guided walking tour, a sightseeing bus tour, a relaxing boat trip or an organised day out itinerary.

Guided Tours

The best way to explore the towns and cities along the Thames is on a Guided Walking Tour. There's plenty of choice from a private guided tour for you and your family, or book on to a scheduled tour. Walk in the footsteps of famous detectives or discover local history and myths. Many of the guides are professional blue badge tourist guides and all have a passion for their subject.

Sightseeing Bus Tours

These hop-on, hop-off bus tours provide an opportunity to view all the must-see places around the town or city with audio guides. Some offer a combined walking tour of entrance to an attraction. 

Boat Trips

The River Thames offers so much history along its banks.  Sit and relax as beautiful scenery glides by on a River Thames boat trip and enjoy the commentary on the sights along the river! Choose from a round sightseeing trip or a themed river cruise from Oxford, Henley, Reading, Windsor, Runnymede, Richmond or London.

Day Trips

Are you planning to stay in one of the towns and villages for a few days? If so, there's plenty of outstanding countryside and interesting places nearby. Or walk from one town to another along the Thames Path. Many of the towns and villages are connected by GWR trains.

Group Days Out

Many of the above will offer a programme for groups and coach and tour operators. Take a look at River Thames Itineraries.