The London Cable Cars, currently known at the IFS Cloud Cable Car, offers a birds eye view over the River Thames & surrounding areas. Away from the main tourist throng, the cable cars offer a unique view over London & the River Thames that proves popular with visitors and families alike.
Running between Greenwich Peninsula & the London Royal Docks, here’s an opportunity to take in views over London including Canary Wharf, City Hall, the Cutty Sark, the O2 Arena, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Stadium & the Thames Barrier. Travelling at a maximum speed of 6 metres per second & reaching a height of 90 metres above the Thames, this 1.1km journey across the river takes approximately 10 minutes each way. Follow our guide below packed with cheap ticket options including FREE access.
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Views from the IFS Cloud Cable Car
The IFS Cloud Cable Car; Cheap Ticket Options
The IFS Cloud Cable Car offers a differing perspective over the River Thames for those searching for unusual ways to explore London. Granted you won’t pick up views of the main tourist sights in London, but you can pick up a bird’s eye view of the top of the O2 Arena, Canary Wharf, City Hall, City Airport and across the river. There are a number of cheap ticket options to take advantage of;
FREE Access; guests with bicycles travel for FREE on the cable car before 09:30 on weekdays, excluding bank holidays, (this does not include electric bikes or scooters).
Children; those under the age of 5 years travel for free. The child fare is available for those age 5-15 years but please note that children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Book Online; it says on the website you can save up to 30% off standard price tickets if you book online in advance. However, we opted to pay on the day to give ourselves flexibility and found the prices to be comparable to those online.
On The Day; for those wanting to retain flexibility, pay on the day with one-way tickets available from from £3 a child, £6 an adult, (2024 prices).
Concessions; available for those with a Freedom Pass, 60+ Oyster Photocard & carers accompanying a paying adult or child. Tickets must be bought at the ticket office to receive a concessionary fare. There are discounts too for families up to maximum of 2 adults & 3 children.
Multi-Journey Ticket; this discounted ticket can be used for 10 one-way journeys &, for those that travel regularly, it can offer substantial savings off standard price entry. Valid for 12 months from date of issue, this ticket can only be bought from the London Cable Car ticket offices& is non-transferable.
One Way; combine a one-way fare on the Cable Cars with a trip on the Thames Clipper that allows you to explore the river in different ways. It’s just a 5 minute walk between Greenwich Peninsula and North Greenwich where you can pick up the Thames Clipper.
FREE Ride; for those taking part in the Victoria Dock park run, simply present your barcode at the ticket kiosk on the day between 9.30 & 10.30am to enjoy a free ride on the Cable Cars! Simply stay on the cable car to enjoy a complimentary double run!
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IFS Cloud Cable Cars
The IFS Cloud Cable Car; Tips & Tricks
1. Enjoy a one-way journey & combine with a trip on the Thames Clipper that allows you to explore the River Thames from differing perspectives. For the Thames Clipper, disembark at the North Greenwich Pier and take a short walk to the Greenwich Peninsula Terminal. If you stop off at Greenwich from the Clipper, be sure to visit the Greenwich Foot Tunnel that literally takes you under the River Thames!
2. Whilst you are away from the main tourist attractions, there are plenty of sights to look out for including City Hall, the O2 Arena, Canary Wharf and of course the River Thames. There is no signage within the cars so best for those who know what to look out for or just sit back and enjoy the experience.
3. Good to know that the Greenwich Peninsular terminal is just a 5 minute walk from the O2 Arena making the cable cars an easy option for those plans in the area.
4. You’ve a great view over of the City Airport runway so you might be fortunate and be in prime position for any landings or departures!
5. If selecting a round trip starting from North Greenwich, you’ll note that many people simply stay within their carriage opting to return directly to base.
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IFS Cloud Cable Cars
The IFS Cloud Cable Car; More Tips & Tricks
6. If alighting the cable cars at the Royal Docks, you have the option of returning by train via the Docklands Light Railway. Look out for the DLR Royal Victoria stop that is located opposite the Royal Docks Terminal.
7. If you are paying with an Oyster card or contactless, simply tap at the barrier, (and at the other end to come back), without the need to queue at the ticket office. Please note that pay as you go on the IFS Cloud Cable Car does not count towards journey caps.
8. For those with evening plans in the area, try a cable car by night to see London aglow.
9. Consider visibility to get the most from your visit.
10. You’ll find free toilets available next to Greenwich Peninsula Terminal situated next to an on-site cafe.
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