Saturday 14 November 2026
If you want to swap the crush of the Embankment for a front-row seat on the river, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers has just opened ticket sales for its biggest New Year’s Eve programme yet. There are 14 fireworks cruises departing from 12 piers, stretching from Tilbury in the east to Putney in the west, all timed so guests are in prime position on the water to see in 2027. For something more intimate, the floating Clipper Lounge EMB at Embankment Pier is hosting an exclusive party for just 70 guests. Here are five reasons to book.
1. A rare view of the fireworks from the river
As Thames Clippers points out, very few people get to see London’s fireworks directly on the river. Out on the water, guests can watch the capital’s skyline lit up, with the bursts of colour reflected on the Thames below. The cruises sail through the heart of the city past some of its most famous landmarks, so the celebration starts well before the countdown. Alison Murphy, Director of Sales at Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, said: “New Year’s Eve is London’s most spectacular night, and there’s no better place to see it than from the Thames. There’s something truly magical about being out on the river as midnight approaches.”
2. You can board close to home
With 12 departure points, many guests can join a cruise near where they live. Departures are available from Tilbury, Gravesend, Barking Riverside, North Greenwich, Greenwich, Canary Wharf, Tower, London Bridge City, Bankside, Battersea Power Station, Cadogan and Putney. Each pier has its own timings and return journey, so you can pick the sailing that suits your evening plans. That means avoiding the New Year’s Eve scramble into central London, and the even bigger one to get home once the fireworks are over, making it an accessible, stress-free alternative to the crowded riverside viewing areas.
3. Music, drinks and a snack box are included
The New Year’s Eve cruises cost £195 per person. That price includes your journey aboard one of Uber Boat by Thames Clippers’ spacious, modern vessels, along with live music, drinks and a gourmet snack box to enjoy while you watch the fireworks. Rather than standing for hours in the cold to keep your spot, guests can relax on board and still get front-row views of the display. The company operates a modern, fuel-efficient fleet of high-speed catamarans, and it has been at the forefront of innovation on the river for more than 25 years.
4. An exclusive party at Clipper Lounge EMB
For those who would rather stay anchored, Clipper Lounge EMB is hosting its own New Year’s Eve event. Set on the water at Embankment Pier, it is a refined floating bar with panoramic views of the Thames and the London skyline. There are two packages: a £350 per person sit-down dinner with a five-course festive menu (with a vegan option), or a £275 per person standing option with a festive grazing station. Both include a welcome French 75, a glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Champagne at midnight and a live DJ. With only 70 spots available, it is set to be an intimate night.
5. You can arrive by boat, and there is a waiting list
Guests heading to Clipper Lounge EMB have the option to travel to the party by boat from Greenwich, Greenland, Canary Wharf or London Bridge piers, which makes the journey part of the fun. A waiting list has also been introduced for all upcoming events, so if your chosen sailing sells out you can register by email to be notified when tickets become available. Alison Murphy added: “Whether it’s a cruise beneath the fireworks or a five-course dinner at Clipper Lounge EMB, we’re proud to offer some of the most unforgettable ways to see in 2027.”
Book
Uber Boat by Thames Clippers New Year’s Eve 2026
Date: Thursday 31 December 2026
Fireworks cruises: 14 sailings from 12 piers between Tilbury and Putney, £195 per person (live music, drinks and gourmet snack box included)
Clipper Lounge EMB, Embankment Pier: five-course dinner £350 per person, standing option £275 per person; 70 places only
Timings and return journeys vary by pier