Experience the excitement and glamour of London at midnight

A magical Thames cruise with dazzling London fireworks

Toast to 2026 with stunning riverside views

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style aboard the Aurora Clipper

Aurora Clipper NYE Dinner and Thames Cruise with Fireworks

NYE Dinner at Restaurant + Cruise

Ring in 2026 on the Aurora Clipper with a 3-course dinner, Thames cruise, live music & London fireworks. Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style!

About this activity

Dinner

Balls Brothers, Minster Court 5pm

Boarding

Tower Millennium Pier 8:30pm

Entertainment

Live music on board

Type of Experience

Family Friendly: children from 2 years old

End Time

1:45am

Description

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in the heart of London with an unforgettable evening that combines fine dining, a magical Thames cruise, and the city’s spectacular fireworks.

Your experience begins at 5:00pm at Balls Brothers, Minster Court (3 Mincing Lane, EC3R 7PP), where you’ll be greeted with a welcome drink before enjoying a delicious three-course dinner in a festive setting – the perfect way to start the night.

After dinner, make your way to Tower Millennium Pier for 8:30pm boarding, with departure scheduled at 9:15pm. Step aboard the elegant Aurora Clipper, where you’ll be welcomed with another drink and treated to live music as you cruise along the Thames, taking in breathtaking views of London’s illuminated landmarks.

As midnight approaches, enjoy a prime riverside position to witness the world-famous fireworks welcoming 2026 in dazzling style. At the stroke of twelve, raise your glass with a celebratory drink as London lights up the sky.

The cruise will return to Tower Millennium Pier at approximately 1:45am, ensuring a smooth and stylish end to a truly memorable New Year’s Eve celebration.

What you’ll do

Experience the glamour and excitement of New Year’s Eve in London
Start the evening with a delicious three-course meal at a traditional pub Balls Brothers
Set sail on the Thames aboard the Aurora Clipper
Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival and before departure
Toast the arrival of 2026 at midnight
Enjoy live music and a cash bar on board

Price December 31, 2025

Adult 12+	£ 305
Child 2-11	£ 295

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What’s included

New Year’s Eve cruise on the Aurora Clipper
Three-course meal and welcome drink at Balls Brothers, Minster Court
Welcome drink before departure
Live musical entertainment on board
Midnight drink to toast 2026
Friendly staff available throughout the evening
Cash bar on board

What’s not included

Gratuities (optional)
Transportation to and from the restaurant
Transportation to and from the pier

Map

Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames Street, London EC3N 4DT

Departure Information

Departure Date: December 31, 2025

Dinner
Where: Balls Brothers, Minster Court, 3 Mincing Lane, EC3R 7PP

When: Meeting time is 5 PM

Cruise
Where: Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames Street, London EC3N 4DT

When: Boarding at 8:30 PM and departure at 9:15 PM

Return Point: Tower Millennium Pier at approximately 1:45 AM

Cancellation Options

Free cancellation up to 30 days before the departure date.

Additional Information

Please note that tables at Balls Brothers Minster Court will be shared with other diners.
After dinner at Balls Brothers, you will be escorted on foot to the pier for boarding.
If booking as a group, please do so in a single transaction to ensure you are seated together. There is no guarantee that passengers will sit at the same table if booked separately.
If you cannot attend dinner, please arrive at the pier 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. A Golden Tours representative will check you in.
Due to strict boat schedules, late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Roads may close early in preparation for the fireworks display. Please check road closures at www.tfl.gov.uk before traveling.
Please note that large luggage and bags of any kind will not be allowed on board the vessels.
Appropriate dress code required!
Due to the high traffic expected on the Thames, weather conditions, and changing tides, it is not possible to know in advance the positioning of the boat for the fireworks display. However, the captain and onboard team will do their best to ensure the best viewing point.

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