Cruise London's Canals on the London Waterbus

For a change of pace enjoy a scenic cruise along historic Regents Canal on a narrow canal boat

The London Waterbus Company is a private company that provides scenic cruises down the historic Regents Canal. They have a fleet of four narrow canal boats, three of which have a historic Ship Certificate.

You can enjoy one way or return trips on the London Waterbus. Stops are available along the way, including Little Venice and the London Zoo. The boats feature large opening windows which are nice on warm sunny days.

The company also offers two different day trips on Saturdays during the summer months. You can explore the industrial history and architecture along London's lesser known waterways and you can enjoy seeing many famous London landmarks from a different perspective. The day trips feature an insightful commentary along the way. The Limehouse Trip takes you along the canals of north and east London and takes from 9:30am until 6:pm including a stop for lunch. The Black Horse at Greenford Trip takes you west through Regents Parkand beyond. It finishes around 5:30pm and includes a stop for lunch. These day trips must be booked in advance.

For regular Waterbus Service no booking is required. You can just pay on the boat by cash, debit card or major credit card.

For more information about taking a ride on the London Waterbus visit their official website: London Waterbus Company

A Serene Ride on the London Waterbus

A Serene Ride on the London Waterbus cc licensed photo shared by Cnbrb via Wikimedia

Getting There on Transit
Tube LineTube StationWalking Time
Bakerloo LineWarwick Avenue5 minutes
Circle, District, Metropolitan, Harmmersmith & City LinesPaddington10 minutes
Connections and additional information

Walking Distance from Tube Station. No bus needed.

From Warwick Avenue Station exit up the left hand stairs and walk straight ahead of you to the willow tree at the traffic lights (4 mins). Cross the road and the Pool is to your right. Walk around to your right and go down onto the towpath either at the small set of steps with a gate or at the entrance on the bridge.

From Paddington Station exit the station at the end of the main line platform No. 8 or the entry to the Hammersmith & City platforms. There is a walkway here which leads out of the station towards Paddington Basin and Little Venice.


London Waterbus leaving Camden Lock

London Waterbus leaving Camden Lock cc licensed flickr photo shared by garryknight

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