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Break the Barrier - Thames Rockets

Rocket down the River Thames with this high speed boat ride and see London’s famous icons in a new light.

Discount code: AUTUMN10
eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card

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Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Highlights

  • Hold on tight as you twist and turn at high speed through the docklands with a bespoke medley of all of your favourite tunes pumping through the cutting edge, on board, sound system.
  • See up to 10 London’s iconic landmarks such as the Shard, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, Greenwich, Thames Barrier and more.

What's included

  • 40 minutes high-speed boat ride.
  • Live comedic commentary in English. 

Prepare for the experience

  • Please make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before your selected departure time for boarding.
  • Please be aware that The Break the Barrier experience may be suspended for safety reasons if adverse weather conditions arise.
  • Vessels must hold a minimum of 8 passengers, vessels that are not filled with the minimum passengers will be contacted the day before to choose an alternative time or date for their Break The Barrier experience.

Accessibility information

  • Guests in wheelchairs must be able to transfer themselves to the vessels seating and be able to sit unaided whilst on-board, there are a few steps with hand rails to the vessels seating area.

Ticket restrictions

  • The experience is not suitable for children under the age of 10. Children 10-14 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the experience.
  • Be advised the river is an ever changing environment and the vessel may be subject to unpredictable movements, due to the nature of the experience it is not suitable for anyone with pre-existing neck/back issues.
  • The experience is not suitable for pregnant women.

The Break the Barrier experience by Thames Rocket operates all year round at the following times:

  • Friday to Sunday:
    • 12:00 pm
    • 1:00 pm
    • 2:00 pm
    • 3:00 pm
    • 4:00 pm

Please note: departure availability changes throughout the year. You will be able to check availability for your selected date and time upon booking.

Departure point

  • The Break the Barrier experience departs from Bankside Pier, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain and is provided by our supplier, Thames Rockets.

Once you have completed your booking, you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain. Your eTicket will be then emailed to you within 72 hours. This can be downloaded and used through your mobile phone or printed out and shown when attending the tour.