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Combo (Save 10%): Heathrow Express Transfers + London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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4.3/5
(2,962)
Mrs.
May 2025Verified booking
4/5
Thames River tour was awesome! Excellent tour hosts who provide a wonderful description of what you are seeing.
Big Bus tour was good but there are many many more buses from other tour companies that pick up passengers while we waited for the Big Bus. We got off at one stop and had to wait one hour for a Big Bus tour bus to come back to pick us up. This prevented us from getting off at stops in the city as we were concerned that we would not be picked up and would not see the remainder of the blue or red route.
We thought we had the evening tour included but our tickets printed "does not include night tour".
Jeannine
May 2025Verified booking
5/5
The trip into London was fast, trains were clean and comfortable, and the entire experience was terrific. Our family of 5 had an 8 hour layover in London, on our way to Florence, and the efficient manner of the Express allowed us time to see Abbey Road studios, recreate the iconic image for our own photo of myself and our 3 boys crossing Abbey Road, had lunch (and a Guinness or two), came across a festival along the canals, and visited The British Museum. We were back at Heathrow in plenty of time for our evening flight to Florence. It was perfect!
Marilyn
May 2025Verified booking
5/5
Everything went smoothly with the trains and the hop on hop off. We particularly enjoyed the riverboat trip on the Thames. The crew member that gave the highlights along the tour was informative and entertaining. A special highlight on the hop on hop off was getting to see the horses as part of VE Day celebrations.
- Save big with this cost-effective combo, ensuring hassle-free Heathrow transfers and a London city hop-on hop-off tour.
- Reach London's vibrant Paddington from Heathrow Airport, or vice versa, in just 15 mins!
- With frequent connections from Heathrow Airport’s terminals, get access to a transfer with the most flexible schedule through the day.
- On a convenient hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour, access 3 routes with over 35 stops spread across the heart of the British capital.
- Visit iconic spots like the London Eye, Kensington Palace, Tower Bridge, Madame Tussauds, and more along your route.
- Save big with this cost-effective combo, ensuring hassle-free Heathrow transfers and a London city hop-on hop-off tour.
- Reach London's vibrant Paddington from Heathrow Airport, or vice versa, in just 15 mins!
- With frequent connections from Heathrow Airport’s terminals, get access to a transfer with the most flexible schedule through the day.
- On a convenient hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour, access 3 routes with over 35 stops spread across the heart of the British capital.
- Visit iconic spots like the London Eye, Kensington Palace, Tower Bridge, Madame Tussauds, and more along your route.
Inclusions
Heathrow Express One-Way Tickets
- One-way transfer between Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (based on option selected)
- Level platform access to all trains on all platforms
- Air-conditioning onboard
- Luggage space
- At-seat power
- Free 4G Wi-Fi
- Onboard entertainment platform to browse newspapers, magazines & podcasts
London HOHO
Discover: 24-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish & Italian
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Essential: 48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 3 guided walking tours
- 1-way river cruise
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish & Italian
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Heathrow Express One-Way Tickets
From Heathrow Airport to London Paddington
- First train: 5:12am
- Last train: 11:57pm
- Frequency: Every 15 mins
From London Paddington to Heathrow Airport
- First train: 5:10am
- Last train: 11:25pm
- Frequency: Every 15 mins
London HOHO
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Frequency: every 15-30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Big Ben
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Frequency: every 15-20 mins
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Trafalgar Square, Notting Hill
Green Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Frequency: every 30-60 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 7:20pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Tower of London (stop #16) on Lower Thames St, London, and ends at either Waterloo Pier or Westminster Pier
From Westminster Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 6:55pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Westminster Pier (stop #18) on the northwest side of Westminster Bridge, Victoria Embankment, and ends at Tower Pier
Heathrow Express One-Way Tickets
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Facilities: cloakroom.
- Your pets and guide dogs are welcome onboard.
- Children under the age of 15 years can travel free on Heathrow Express.
- Note: The service is subject to disruptions or late departures in certain circumstances.
London HOHO
- The bus is wheelchair accessible.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Michael
May 2025Verified booking
That you can explore the city from the streets.
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Luzette
Aug 2025Verified booking
Heathrow express was the smoothest journey to london central i've experienced. 15 minutes train ride with a view of London's sunset / sunrise depending on your departure. Platform was easy to find and directions were clear.
Guilherme
Aug 2025Verified booking
The Bus is great, there's always a bus passing by. But the app should be modernized and show via GPS the points where the bus stops.
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Douglas
Aug 2025Verified booking
Our first attempt to get on the bus at stop 13 was denied 3 times. The driver wouldn't open the door. You were clearly oversold for that time of day yet accepted our order around the same time. A suggestion is to advise anyone placing an order be notified of which stoppa were heavy. Other companies were picking up people at the same spot without issue.
Zachary
Aug 2025Verified booking
Train Transfers: Heathrow Airport to/from London Paddington by Heathrow Express were easy and helped take the stress out of getting back to the airport.
Michael
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything around the buses was very good - the timings, the routes, the commentaries, and the staff. Was disappointed the the river cruise was just one way.
Andreas
Jul 2025Verified booking
The Heathrow Express is highly recommended. Fast and uncomplicated, for a good price, to and from central Paddington station.
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Uday
Jul 2025Verified booking
Service was prompt, punctual and quick . Only felt that we came down from Paddington main entrance afte rthe taxi dropped us and had to carry our heavy bags . Perhaps a ramp would be better since escalator ot Elevator is not easible
Victor
Jun 2025Verified booking
The cruise portion of the excursion was sub par. The boat had issues and could not board passengers. We had to wait nearly two hours for the next boat. This subsequently affected are schedule.
Barbara
Jun 2025Verified booking
Lea the live guide and Trevor the driver made our complete Red line tour absolutely wonderful! What a great experience!
Tendai
May 2025Verified booking
The audio guide was really good and clear, and done in a humerus way. The only thing bus waiting time was too long, We waited for bus for over an hour, The waiting time was too much. Not 15-20 as informed.
Alison
May 2025Verified booking
It was fine until mid day when three stops were not operating without warning and disrupted our plans. End of the day at Tower of London we waited for over 45 minutes and finally decided to pay to ride the river boat back.
Bharath
Aug 2025Verified booking
Great deal.. Easy n flexible schedule to plan our visits. Almost last minute plan.
Sebastian
Aug 2025Verified booking
Everything very well signposted and great staff on site. Any time again
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David
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything as advertised......
Hoi
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was quicker than I thought, very convenient, good to take if you're in a hurry
Tommi
Jun 2025Verified booking
Support team members were friendly and helpful. Thames river boat captain's guiding was humorous!
Mary
Jun 2025Verified booking
Thames river cruise was awesome!
Jeffrey
May 2025Verified booking
Quick and convenient. A bit pricy but great to paddington hub
MISS
May 2025Verified booking
The comfortable carriages and fast speed.
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Aug 2025Verified booking
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4.2(1,761)
Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour
4.2/5
(1,761)
Mrs.
May 2025Verified booking
4/5
Thames River tour was awesome! Excellent tour hosts who provide a wonderful description of what you are seeing.
Big Bus tour was good but there are many many more buses from other tour companies that pick up passengers while we waited for the Big Bus. We got off at one stop and had to wait one hour for a Big Bus tour bus to come back to pick us up. This prevented us from getting off at stops in the city as we were concerned that we would not be picked up and would not see the remainder of the blue or red route.
We thought we had the evening tour included but our tickets printed "does not include night tour".
Beata
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5
Hop-on Hop-off Bus in London – Summary
The Hop-on Hop-off bus is a convenient and flexible way to explore London’s top attractions. These open-top, double-decker buses operate on multiple routes, stopping at landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and the London Eye.
Unlimited hopping – Get on and off at any stop along the route.
Lisa
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5
The lady at the St. Paul's Cathedral bus stop was fantastic. She was the best part of the experience! We booked online, but she was still incredibly helpful even throwing away my rubbish for me. And HOHO buses are always a fun way to see a lot lazily.
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Green Park Underground
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Hard Rock Cafe
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Queen Mother Gates
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Marble Arch (Westbound)
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Regent Street
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Piccadilly Circus
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Trafalgar Square
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Craig's Court
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Horseguards
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Whitehall
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London Eye (Eastbound)
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Waterloo (Eastbound)
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Covent Garden
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St Paul’s Cathedral
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London Bridge
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Tower of London
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Temple Underground Station
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Westminster Pier
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London Eye (Westbound)
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Lambeth Palace
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College Green
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Tothill Street
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Buckingham Palace
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Victoria Station
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Victoria, Nova Complex
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Victoria Station
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Green Park
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Hard Rock Cafe
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Hyde Park Corner
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Harrods
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South Kensington Museums
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Gloucester Road
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Kensington Palace
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Notting Hill
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Kensington Gardens
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Thistle Hotel (Kensington Gardens)
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Lancaster Gate
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Paddington Station
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Praed Street
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Marble Arch (Eastbound)
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Baker Street
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Oxford Street
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Regent Street
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Piccadilly Circus
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Trafalgar Square
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Craig's Court
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Horseguards
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Whitehall
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London Eye (Eastbound)
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Waterloo (Eastbound)
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Covent Garden
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St Paul’s Cathedral
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London Bridge
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Tower of London
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Temple Underground Station
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Westminster Pier
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London Eye (Westbound)
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Lambeth Palace
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College Green
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Tothill Street
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Buckingham Palace
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Woburn (Northbound)
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Euston Station
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Kings Cross Station
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St. Pancras Station
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Euston Road
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Woburn (Southbound)
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British Museum (Southbound)
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Temple Underground Station
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Get premium seating, fewer crowds, and all the London must-sees on day/night tours.
- Everything you get: Tour London your way with unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 1 day, 3, 24, or 48 hours across 3 routes & 50+ stops. Get multilingual audio commentary, free Wi-Fi, & live bus tracking. See Hyde Park, Big Ben, & upgrade to a Thames cruise, 2-hour evening tour, or 3 guided walks.
- Why choose this: Cover more of London in less time—by bus, boat, or on foot—with one flexible ticket that fits your pace.
- Upgrades: For a deeper London experience, add on a scenic Thames River cruise, a panoramic night tour, or guided walking tours.
Get premium seating, fewer crowds, and all the London must-sees on day/night tours.
- Everything you get: Tour London your way with unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 1 day, 3, 24, or 48 hours across 3 routes & 50+ stops. Get multilingual audio commentary, free Wi-Fi, & live bus tracking. See Hyde Park, Big Ben, & upgrade to a Thames cruise, 2-hour evening tour, or 3 guided walks.
- Why choose this: Cover more of London in less time—by bus, boat, or on foot—with one flexible ticket that fits your pace.
- Upgrades: For a deeper London experience, add on a scenic Thames River cruise, a panoramic night tour, or guided walking tours.
Inclusions
- 1-day or 3/24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 40-min Thames River cruise (based on option selected)
- 2-hour evening bus tour (based on option selected)
- 3 guided walking tours (based on the option selected)
- English-speaking guide (on the cruise)
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)
- Free Wi-Fi & headphones onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier (starts near stop 16 & concludes at Waterloo Pier and Westminster Pier)
- First cruise: 10:30am
- Last cruise: 6pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)
- First cruise: 10:30am
- Last cruise: 6pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
Evening tour
- Bus departure: 7:30pm from stop #11 (London Eye)
- Frequency: Once every evening
- Duration: 2 hours
- Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured, you can contact the service provider, and they'll try to assist you.
- Public transport and sightseeing buses can't stop right at Buckingham Palace, but there is a stop just a 5-minute walk away.
- Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like cruises, walking tours, and meeting points, will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
- Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
- The 24-hour pass is valid for 24 consecutive hours, while the 1-day pass is valid for a single calendar day, regardless of the boarding time.
- The 3-hour hop-on hop-off ticket is valid for the date of purchase only, within operating hours.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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What our guests say
Michael
May 2025Verified booking
That you can explore the city from the streets.
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Guilherme
Aug 2025Verified booking
The Bus is great, there's always a bus passing by. But the app should be modernized and show via GPS the points where the bus stops.
View original review in Portuguese
Douglas
Aug 2025Verified booking
Our first attempt to get on the bus at stop 13 was denied 3 times. The driver wouldn't open the door. You were clearly oversold for that time of day yet accepted our order around the same time. A suggestion is to advise anyone placing an order be notified of which stoppa were heavy. Other companies were picking up people at the same spot without issue.
Michael
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything around the buses was very good - the timings, the routes, the commentaries, and the staff. Was disappointed the the river cruise was just one way.
Victor
Jun 2025Verified booking
The cruise portion of the excursion was sub par. The boat had issues and could not board passengers. We had to wait nearly two hours for the next boat. This subsequently affected are schedule.
Barbara
Jun 2025Verified booking
Lea the live guide and Trevor the driver made our complete Red line tour absolutely wonderful! What a great experience!
Tendai
May 2025Verified booking
The audio guide was really good and clear, and done in a humerus way. The only thing bus waiting time was too long, We waited for bus for over an hour, The waiting time was too much. Not 15-20 as informed.
Alison
May 2025Verified booking
It was fine until mid day when three stops were not operating without warning and disrupted our plans. End of the day at Tower of London we waited for over 45 minutes and finally decided to pay to ride the river boat back.
Roszaini
Aug 2025Verified booking
Good info about every landmark.
Bharath
Aug 2025Verified booking
Great deal.. Easy n flexible schedule to plan our visits. Almost last minute plan.
Tommi
Jun 2025Verified booking
Support team members were friendly and helpful. Thames river boat captain's guiding was humorous!
Mary
Jun 2025Verified booking
Thames river cruise was awesome!
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Combo: London Eye Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Thames River Cruise
4.2/5
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Edoardo
Aug 2025Verified booking
4/5
The London Eye experience was memorable. The website for the pre-booking had some problems in the week before the selected day (it seemed like there was no availability in the whole day). However, 3 days before the visit everything worked fine and we managed to book a time slot. We arrived about 15 min before the scheduled time, but they allowed us (me and my family) to go. There was almost no queue at 10:15 am and we really enjoyed the view.
The Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour was good and we appreciated the description of the sites during the tour. However, at 13:30 the bus was late and after about 45 min waiting we decided to take the metro.
The Thames river cruise was wonderful! We really enjoyed the visiting and the descriptions by the boat staff.
Daniela
Aug 2025Verified booking
5/5
The combined ticket was a last-minute offer that we took advantage of. Overall, we saved more than the 30% mentioned because we didn't use public transport (but Big Bus).
Really great: super friendly staff, super detailed directions, including the signs at the stops. For us, all parts of the ticket deserved a particularly good rating.
Julio
Aug 2025Verified booking
5/5
We start with the London eye the view was fantastic, then we took the River cruise, a few steps from the London eye that is a plus for this combo. The next day we took the hop on - hop off taking a view of the highlight land of the city taking a lot pictures and visiting important areas is the city. I highly recommender this combo.
See the city by road, river, and sky with this all-in-one combo that gives you access to top sights.
- Everything you get at the London Eye: Ride the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel and enjoy 360° views over the River Thames and city skyline. Spot Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and even Windsor Castle during a 30-min rotation.
- Everything you get on the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Access to a flexible bus tour with stops near the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, and more. Choose from multiple routes with multilingual audio commentary as you hop on and off as often as you like.
- Everything you get on the Thames River Cruise: A relaxing one-way cruise from Westminster or Tower piers. Cruise past riverside landmarks like Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament with live commentary on board.
- Why choose this combo: Save up to 30% with one ticket and enjoy easy transfers to the Eye and the cruise, conveniently located on your bus tour routes.
- Upgrades: In the next step, extend your Hop-On Hop-Off bus pass to 48 hours for more flexibility and sightseeing time, and access to 3 guided walking tours.
See the city by road, river, and sky with this all-in-one combo that gives you access to top sights.
- Everything you get at the London Eye: Ride the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel and enjoy 360° views over the River Thames and city skyline. Spot Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and even Windsor Castle during a 30-min rotation.
- Everything you get on the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Access to a flexible bus tour with stops near the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, and more. Choose from multiple routes with multilingual audio commentary as you hop on and off as often as you like.
- Everything you get on the Thames River Cruise: A relaxing one-way cruise from Westminster or Tower piers. Cruise past riverside landmarks like Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament with live commentary on board.
- Why choose this combo: Save up to 30% with one ticket and enjoy easy transfers to the Eye and the cruise, conveniently located on your bus tour routes.
- Upgrades: In the next step, extend your Hop-On Hop-Off bus pass to 48 hours for more flexibility and sightseeing time, and access to 3 guided walking tours.
Inclusions
London Eye
- Entry to the London Eye (near stops 11 & 19 on the Red Route)
- 30-min ride on the London Eye
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
- 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour by Big Bus (based on option selected)
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 3 guided walking tours (based on option selected)
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese
- Free Wi-Fi & headphones onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Thames River Cruise
- 40-min Thames River cruise (near stops 16 & 18 on the Red Route)
- English-speaking guide
- Boarding from Tower or Westminster Piers
London hop-on hop-off tour
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Frequency: Every 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Frequency: Every 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill
Green Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Frequency: Every 45-60 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier (starts near stop 16 & concludes at Waterloo Pier and Westminster Pier)
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 5:15pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 6pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
London Eye
- After booking, you'll receive all the details to confirm your visit date and time. Just follow the instructions to secure your spot and download your entry pass.
- Children under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by adults.
- Children under the age of 2 years can go for free but require a ticket to enter.
- Expect a wait time of up to 30 mins before your experience begins.
- Guests with accessible needs are entitled to a free carer ticket with valid documentation.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For guests with disabilities, please contact the venue to avail specific accommodations.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, large suitcases, bags, or rucksacks, smoke bombs, fireworks, glass bottles, illegal substances, rollerblades, scooters, e-scooters, skateboards, tripods, motorcycle helmets, hot foods are not permitted on this experience.
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
- Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured, you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
- Public transport and sightseeing buses can't stop right at Buckingham Palace, but there is a stop just a 5-min walk away.
- Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
Thames River Cruise
- Specific details related to your boarding points and ticket validation details will be shared post-booking.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Ivica
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything was fine. Well organised! Respect!
Julio
Aug 2025Verified booking
We start with the London eye the view was fantastic, then we took the River cruise, a few steps from the London eye that is a plus for this combo. The next day we took the hop on - hop off taking a view of the highlight land of the city taking a lot pictures and visiting important areas is the city. I highly recommender this combo.
Edoardo
Aug 2025Verified booking
The London Eye experience was memorable. The website for the pre-booking had some problems in the week before the selected day (it seemed like there was no availability in the whole day). However, 3 days before the visit everything worked fine and we managed to book a time slot. We arrived about 15 min before the scheduled time, but they allowed us (me and my family) to go. There was almost no queue at 10:15 am and we really enjoyed the view. The Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour was good and we appreciated the description of the sites during the tour. However, at 13:30 the bus was late and after about 45 min waiting we decided to take the metro. The Thames river cruise was wonderful! We really enjoyed the visiting and the descriptions by the boat staff.
Brigitte
Aug 2025Verified booking
Everything went very well, we were able to board the London Eye 1 hour early and the tours were very informative
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Daniela
Aug 2025Verified booking
The combined ticket was a last-minute offer that we took advantage of. Overall, we saved more than the 30% mentioned because we didn't use public transport (but Big Bus). Really great: super friendly staff, super detailed directions, including the signs at the stops. For us, all parts of the ticket deserved a particularly good rating.
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Emily
Jul 2025Verified booking
Great value for all 3 activities. HOHO Bus has their own troubles. We had to wait at stops for a long time and once we had to change buses even. Just disorganized but the river and the London eye were well organized and great experiences
Jose
Jun 2025Verified booking
The company was very accommodating understanding our situation with our delayed travel situation. Would definitely recommend your company.
Anne-Marie
Aug 2025Verified booking
It was tooooop Easy to use I recommend
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Yelyzaveta
Jul 2025Verified booking
it was quick and clear. very nice
Sharon
Jul 2025Verified booking
I love how easy it was to get my ticket and enjoyed all the attractions
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Jul 2025Verified booking
Organized, especially the captain's live commentary of the crude was fantastic.
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Sit back and enjoy London's sparkling skyline with an extended 2-hour evening bus ride.
- When night falls, London dazzles! Enjoy a 2-hour non-stop tour and see the city at its most enchanting under the evening sky.
- Perfect for those who want to see the best bits of London, the single non-stop route makes every turn photo-worthy.
- Ride in style on an open-top bus and tune in to pre-recorded commentary, uncovering fascinating stories of London’s past and present.
- Marvel at Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and the London Eye as they light up the skyline, turning the city into a masterpiece.
Sit back and enjoy London's sparkling skyline with an extended 2-hour evening bus ride.
- When night falls, London dazzles! Enjoy a 2-hour non-stop tour and see the city at its most enchanting under the evening sky.
- Perfect for those who want to see the best bits of London, the single non-stop route makes every turn photo-worthy.
- Ride in style on an open-top bus and tune in to pre-recorded commentary, uncovering fascinating stories of London’s past and present.
- Marvel at Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and the London Eye as they light up the skyline, turning the city into a masterpiece.
Inclusions
- 2-hour non-stop evening bus tour
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish & Italian
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Exclusions
- Hop-on hop-off service
Evening tour
- Bus departure: 7:30pm from stop #11 (London Eye)
- Frequency: Once every evening
- Duration: 2 hours
- Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured, you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Bonnie
Jul 2025Verified booking
The evening bus tour of London was fantastic. We got to see most of the major sites we wanted to see.
Alyssa
Aug 2025Verified booking
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Stacy
Mar 2025Verified booking
Loved that we got to see so much of London! On time tour and so much fun!
Parker
May 2025Verified booking
Steven
Apr 2025Verified booking
When I booked the ticket online it wasn't clear that there were two different pick-up locations at 7pm and 7:30pm. I booked the 7:30pm time slot and went to Westminster Bridge only to find out the pickup location for that time was in Hatton Garden and that the Westminster Bridge bus had left at 7pm. We then ended up paying another tour bus company to take us from Westminster Bridge at 7:30pm.
Helen
Nov 2024Verified booking
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Oct 2024Verified booking
Elena
May 2024Verified booking
Tour meraviglioso,posizione e organizzazione ottima ...poi vedere Londra di sera é tutto un'altro spettacolo grazie 🥰
Amy
Jun 2024Verified booking
We missed our time slot due to unexpected transportation delays, they were ere very accommodating and let us reschedule for the next evening. Thank you to Mandy and the super helpful driver!
Martha
May 2024Verified booking
4.2(1,864)
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James
Jul 2025Verified booking
5/5
I've been on many trains now and I have to say this was probably the most clean and comfortable I have been on in quite a while now. Plenty of seats available and onboard wifi made the trip a lot easier. Loads of space to store luggage and plugs as well if you want to charge your phone. Really not much else you can ask for on a train.
Mrs.
May 2025Verified booking
4/5
Thames River tour was awesome! Excellent tour hosts who provide a wonderful description of what you are seeing.
Big Bus tour was good but there are many many more buses from other tour companies that pick up passengers while we waited for the Big Bus. We got off at one stop and had to wait one hour for a Big Bus tour bus to come back to pick us up. This prevented us from getting off at stops in the city as we were concerned that we would not be picked up and would not see the remainder of the blue or red route.
We thought we had the evening tour included but our tickets printed "does not include night tour".
Beata
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5
Hop-on Hop-off Bus in London – Summary
The Hop-on Hop-off bus is a convenient and flexible way to explore London’s top attractions. These open-top, double-decker buses operate on multiple routes, stopping at landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and the London Eye.
Unlimited hopping – Get on and off at any stop along the route.
- Save big and enjoy two experiences with Stansted Express and Big Bus London hop-on hop-off combo tickets.
- Get to Tottenham Hale from Stansted Airport or vice versa, in under 40 minutes with the Stansted Express ensuring a quick and comfortable journey.
- Make use of in-train amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi, at-seat power supply & USB plug, and ample luggage space on the Stansted Express.
- Explore London at your own pace with the Big Bus Tour, covering over 35 stops and featuring iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace.
- Choose between 24 or 48-hour passes, access 3 different routes, and enjoy extras like a river cruise and guided walking tours.
- Save big and enjoy two experiences with Stansted Express and Big Bus London hop-on hop-off combo tickets.
- Get to Tottenham Hale from Stansted Airport or vice versa, in under 40 minutes with the Stansted Express ensuring a quick and comfortable journey.
- Make use of in-train amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi, at-seat power supply & USB plug, and ample luggage space on the Stansted Express.
- Explore London at your own pace with the Big Bus Tour, covering over 35 stops and featuring iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace.
- Choose between 24 or 48-hour passes, access 3 different routes, and enjoy extras like a river cruise and guided walking tours.
Inclusions
Stansted Express
- One-way transfers between London Stansted Airport & Tottenham Hale
- Air-conditioning
- Ample luggage space
- Wi-Fi, at-seat power supply & USB plug
London HOHO
Discover: 24-Hour HOHO Pass
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese
- Live guide in English on Red route
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Essential: 48-Hour HOHO Pass
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- Live guide in English on Red route
- 3 guided walking tours
- 1-way river cruise
- Audio guide in Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Stansted Express
From Stansted Airport to Tottenham Hale Station
- First train: 5:30am
- Last train: 12:30am
- Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins
From Tottenham Hale Station to Stansted Airport
- First train: 4:52am
- Last train: 11:13pm
- Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins
London HOHO
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Frequency: every 15-30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Big Ben
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Frequency: every 15-20 mins
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Trafalgar Square, Notting Hill
Green Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Frequency: every 30-60 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 7:20pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Tower of London (stop #16) on Lower Thames St, London, and ends at either Waterloo Pier or Westminster Pier
From Westminster Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 6:55pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Westminster Pier (stop #18) on the northwest side of Westminster Bridge, Victoria Embankment and ends at Tower Pier
Stansted Express
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Facilities: lockers.
London HOHO
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Michael
May 2025Verified booking
That you can explore the city from the streets.
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Guilherme
Aug 2025Verified booking
The Bus is great, there's always a bus passing by. But the app should be modernized and show via GPS the points where the bus stops.
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Deirdre
Aug 2025Verified booking
Ticketing, pinctuakity, comfort all 100%. Zero for mobile phone recharging. Ports are in position for both plug and usb- but not functioning. Very feustrating.
Douglas
Aug 2025Verified booking
Our first attempt to get on the bus at stop 13 was denied 3 times. The driver wouldn't open the door. You were clearly oversold for that time of day yet accepted our order around the same time. A suggestion is to advise anyone placing an order be notified of which stoppa were heavy. Other companies were picking up people at the same spot without issue.
James
Jul 2025Verified booking
I've been on many trains now and I have to say this was probably the most clean and comfortable I have been on in quite a while now. Plenty of seats available and onboard wifi made the trip a lot easier. Loads of space to store luggage and plugs as well if you want to charge your phone. Really not much else you can ask for on a train.
Michael
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything around the buses was very good - the timings, the routes, the commentaries, and the staff. Was disappointed the the river cruise was just one way.
Klaus
Jun 2025Verified booking
The journey was pleasant, punctual and comfortable despite the train being full, as the trains are very modern. I would therefore choose Stansted Express again on my next trip to London.
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Victor
Jun 2025Verified booking
The cruise portion of the excursion was sub par. The boat had issues and could not board passengers. We had to wait nearly two hours for the next boat. This subsequently affected are schedule.
Barbara
Jun 2025Verified booking
Lea the live guide and Trevor the driver made our complete Red line tour absolutely wonderful! What a great experience!
Tendai
May 2025Verified booking
The audio guide was really good and clear, and done in a humerus way. The only thing bus waiting time was too long, We waited for bus for over an hour, The waiting time was too much. Not 15-20 as informed.
Alison
May 2025Verified booking
It was fine until mid day when three stops were not operating without warning and disrupted our plans. End of the day at Tower of London we waited for over 45 minutes and finally decided to pay to ride the river boat back.
Bharath
Aug 2025Verified booking
Great deal.. Easy n flexible schedule to plan our visits. Almost last minute plan.
Ciaran
Aug 2025Verified booking
Everything went smoothly and to clock.
Iva
Jul 2025Verified booking
On time, fast, convenient and gives an option to get any train-no fixed time ticket.
Angela
Jul 2025Verified booking
Very punctual and convenient, good service
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Tommi
Jun 2025Verified booking
Support team members were friendly and helpful. Thames river boat captain's guiding was humorous!
Martina
Jun 2025Verified booking
Great...very easy to use and navigate!
Mary
Jun 2025Verified booking
Thames river cruise was awesome!
Tracey
May 2025Verified booking
Easy to find, easy to book, smooth journey!
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Combo (Save 10%): London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Thames River Cruise + Madame Tussauds Tickets
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Nadine
Jul 2025Verified booking
5/5
The exhibition at Madame Tussauds was just mega nice! 😍
Everything is really interesting - from the incredibly lifelike wax figures to the interactive design in the various themed areas. I was particularly impressed by the 4D movie theater, which was really fun not only visually, but also with movement and effects. 🎬💥
The ride through London's past was also a real highlight - like a little journey through time in a classic black cab. 🕰️🚖
The whole thing was not only entertaining, but also educational and realized with great attention to detail.
Conclusion: Highly recommended - for all ages!
Vija
Jul 2025Verified booking
5/5
Absolutely fantastic experience!
Booking the combo through Headout was super easy and smooth. The hop-on-hop-off bus tour gave us a great overview of London, the Thames river cruise was relaxing with beautiful views, and Madame Tussauds was a real highlight—especially for my granddaughter! Everything went perfectly, and it was great value for money with the 10% discount. Highly recommend!
Jeny
Jun 2025Verified booking
5/5
Wonderful experience ,impeccable management 10min line ,once inside staffs very kind and possibility to take pictures with wax statues right away and then offer of an evocative tour inside the real ancient and modern London aboard a special cab train Not to mention the other experience of Marvel 4d cinema :to do absolutely ,calculate at least two hours of visit
London’s biggest icons, from Big Ben to Beyoncé's wax statue, the combo has it all.
- Two epic experiences, one brilliant deal! Zip around London for 24/48 hours, then rub shoulders with the world’s biggest stars at Madame Tussauds.
- The hop-on hop-off tour just got better with 50+ stops from Baker Street to Piccadilly Circus. You’ll see so much in so little time that Sherlock Holmes would be impressed.
- Tune in to the onboard audio guide on the double-deckers and ditch the road for the river as a Thames cruise makes London look straight out of a movie.
- London’s got A-list landmarks, but at Madame Tussauds, the stars actually pose for you. Flash a smile, snap a pic, and own the spotlight.
- Meet 150+ lifelike legends, from Benedict Cumberbatch to Kate Winslet, then time-travel 400 years with thrilling 4D movies and immersive rides!
London’s biggest icons, from Big Ben to Beyoncé's wax statue, the combo has it all.
- Two epic experiences, one brilliant deal! Zip around London for 24/48 hours, then rub shoulders with the world’s biggest stars at Madame Tussauds.
- The hop-on hop-off tour just got better with 50+ stops from Baker Street to Piccadilly Circus. You’ll see so much in so little time that Sherlock Holmes would be impressed.
- Tune in to the onboard audio guide on the double-deckers and ditch the road for the river as a Thames cruise makes London look straight out of a movie.
- London’s got A-list landmarks, but at Madame Tussauds, the stars actually pose for you. Flash a smile, snap a pic, and own the spotlight.
- Meet 150+ lifelike legends, from Benedict Cumberbatch to Kate Winslet, then time-travel 400 years with thrilling 4D movies and immersive rides!
Inclusions
London hop-on hop-off tour
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by Big Bus
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 40-min Thames River cruise
- 3 guided walking tours (based on the option selected)
- English-speaking guide (on the cruise)
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)
- Free Wi-Fi & headphones onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Madame Tussauds
- Entry tickets to Madame Tussauds (near stop 42, Blue Route)
- Access to Chamber of Horrors and Spirit of London ride
London hop-on hop-off tour
Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Frequency: Every 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Frequency: Every 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill
Green Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Frequency: Every 45-60 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier (starts near stop 16 & concludes at Waterloo Pier and Westminster Pier)
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 5:15pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 6pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: 40 mins
London hop-on hop-off tour
- Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured, you can contact the service provider, and they'll try to assist you.
- Public transport and sightseeing buses can't stop right at Buckingham Palace, but there is a stop just a 5-minute walk away.
- Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like cruises, walking tours, and meeting points, will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
- Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
Madame Tussauds
- Safety is a priority, so the Chamber of Horrors experience is restricted for guests under the age of 16 years.
- This experience, except for the Spirit of London ride, is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- People with cardiac issues, those sensitive to loud noises and flashing lights, and pregnant women are restricted from participating in the Chamber of Horrors experience.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Facilities: restroom, cloakroom, baby changing facilities.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Drahomíra
Jul 2025Verified booking
Visited around 1:30 PM and was pleasantly surprised—no crazy queues, just a smooth entry into one of the most iconic attractions in the city. The whole experience? Absolutely awesome. From the moment you step inside, it’s like being dropped into a parallel universe where you’re brushing shoulders with the world’s biggest stars—Beyoncé, The Rock, even the Royal Family (yes, they’re very still, but they look like they could blink any second). The attention to detail is mind-blowing. You’ll catch yourself doing double-takes at nearly every turn. One of the highlights? The Marvel 4D experience—like being caught right in the middle of an action movie! And don’t even get me started on the Star Wars zone… It’s every fan’s dream. The flow of the exhibit was surprisingly chill—no overwhelming crowds, just enough people to make it feel exciting without elbowing your way through. Whether you’re into celebrities, history, sports legends, or just want a fantastic photo op, this place delivers on all fronts. ⭐ Verdict: A must-do in London. Way more fun than expected. Leave your skepticism at the door—you’re about to take selfies with legends. ⭐
Hilda
Jul 2025Verified booking
What did I NOT experience that was not a HIT! Oh my hat, it was worth a million times over to visit and money well spent!
Nelia
Jun 2025Verified booking
Very enjoyable experience. Most of the figures are very t true to the person. VERY dissapointed in Princess Diana's statue . She was such a beautifull woman and had such lovely dresses. Her statue does her no justice.
Mihaela
Jun 2025Verified booking
An exhibit, models, background sounds and decors. The train with London's history was amazing! And the scariest floor too.
Isioma
Jun 2025Verified booking
I was shocked at the entrance with the lady with a camera, thought she was real 😆 but generally had an wholesome experience
Aideen
Jul 2025Verified booking
It was better than expected. A great tour. Recommended
Emma
Jul 2025Verified booking
Seeing the celebrities and going on the ride and having a photo at the end.
Melanie
Jun 2025Verified booking
New characters exchanged from time to time
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S
Jun 2025Verified booking
It is well designed and worth visit.
Liga
May 2025Verified booking
Supper evening! Big bus was a mayhem
Zen
May 2025Verified booking
Beautiful I had already been I liked it.
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Michael
May 2025Verified booking
That you can explore the city from the streets.
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Carole
May 2025Verified booking
This experience is perfect for
Gabriella
May 2025Verified booking
My friends and family loved it!!!? The statues are looking real and here is a ride and a 4D movie all included !
Mary
Aug 2025Verified booking
Great selection of wax figures, so realistic and the detail is amazing. Nice added touch to be able to take photos of yourself with QR code and other photo screens. Had so much fun on the taxis. The marvel 4D movie was very well done and had such a laugh with 4D effects.
Ayub
Aug 2025Verified booking
It was really amazing through out the time I spent visiting various celebrity figures because I felt as if I am shaking hands with each and everyone and hugging with all known and unknown celestars . All three floors and eight zones made my mind float in wonderland of dreams of unknown with known and unknown millennial of the world enjoying there
Susanne
Aug 2025Verified booking
The museum was very, very loud, overcrowded, far too much music next to each other. Chaotic atmosphere on the upper floor. The train and the movie theater are a pleasant change
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Maria
Aug 2025Verified booking
A little too crowded to enjoy the full experience. I admit I would prefer a longer queue and waiting time instead of being shoved around by a multitude of people. However, the museum was beautiful, a lot of famous people from all over the world! My personal favourite was the Star Wars part, since I'm a hugeee fan! Overall a great time!
Guilherme
Aug 2025Verified booking
The Bus is great, there's always a bus passing by. But the app should be modernized and show via GPS the points where the bus stops.
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Jennifer
Aug 2025Verified booking
Brilliant day out. Fantastic experience, lovely, helpful staff and engaging experience. The 4D experience was a must for any Marvel fan - but even if you're not in to Mabel- it's fab
Bruna
Aug 2025Verified booking
An incredible experience, with several diversified activities. This museum offers knowledge and entertainment with various themes and subjects, pleases and attracts different ages. Without a doubt a memorable experience.
Eva-Maria
Aug 2025Verified booking
Dear all, I was there for the third time at the age of 45 and I think it's terrible what it's become, too loud, too garish, too fast, but that's my problem. You did a good job.
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Elmas
Aug 2025Verified booking
Everything was beautiful and mysterious. I especially liked the scenes, places and characters I saw on the train ride as a taxi.
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Douglas
Aug 2025Verified booking
Our first attempt to get on the bus at stop 13 was denied 3 times. The driver wouldn't open the door. You were clearly oversold for that time of day yet accepted our order around the same time. A suggestion is to advise anyone placing an order be notified of which stoppa were heavy. Other companies were picking up people at the same spot without issue.
STAMATIOS
Aug 2025Verified booking
It was realistic, cheerful and you felt when you were changing seasons and living with the people of the past, and when you were living in the future and being part of a movie.
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Samiha
Jun 2025Verified booking
5/5
What made our aquarium visit truly special was that we went to celebrate my husband’s birthday — his very first as a new dad! We brought along our 4-month-old baby, and it was such a memorable experience watching our little one be completely mesmerized by the colorful sea life. Seeing his wide eyes follow the fish and other marine creatures made the visit magical and meaningful for all of us. It was a beautiful way to mark a special milestone as a new family.
Mandy
Jul 2025Verified booking
4/5
It was a lovely experience with my grandaughter. ...although.....
Sadly - as she is only 2 she was not tall enough to pop up in the domes which is dissapointing seeing we had to pay £35 for her entrance fee. and To have to pay for the VR - was extortion again.. I would understand paying for the VR if her ticket was half the price.
Mrs.
May 2025Verified booking
4/5
Thames River tour was awesome! Excellent tour hosts who provide a wonderful description of what you are seeing.
Big Bus tour was good but there are many many more buses from other tour companies that pick up passengers while we waited for the Big Bus. We got off at one stop and had to wait one hour for a Big Bus tour bus to come back to pick us up. This prevented us from getting off at stops in the city as we were concerned that we would not be picked up and would not see the remainder of the blue or red route.
We thought we had the evening tour included but our tickets printed "does not include night tour".
Explore London by bus, river, on foot, and dive into the underwater world at SEA LIFE.
Everything you get with London HOHO: Choose from 1-day, 24 and 48-hour hop-on hop-off passes for unlimited access to 3 routes. Elevate your experience with audio guides in 7 languages.
Everything you get at SEA LIFE: Access to the aquarium's main attractions, which are home to over 500 species of aquatic life. Enter during a slot of your choice and explore freely.
Why choose this combo: This combo offers a comprehensive coverage of London's top attractions on land & water. With the fun addition of SEA LIFE, it is also cost-effective.
Upgrades: Enjoy the scenic Thames river cruise with an English-speaking guide as well as access to 3 guided walking tours around this truly global city.
Explore London by bus, river, on foot, and dive into the underwater world at SEA LIFE.
Everything you get with London HOHO: Choose from 1-day, 24 and 48-hour hop-on hop-off passes for unlimited access to 3 routes. Elevate your experience with audio guides in 7 languages.
Everything you get at SEA LIFE: Access to the aquarium's main attractions, which are home to over 500 species of aquatic life. Enter during a slot of your choice and explore freely.
Why choose this combo: This combo offers a comprehensive coverage of London's top attractions on land & water. With the fun addition of SEA LIFE, it is also cost-effective.
Upgrades: Enjoy the scenic Thames river cruise with an English-speaking guide as well as access to 3 guided walking tours around this truly global city.
Inclusions
London HOHO
- 1-day or 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 40-min Thames River cruise (based on option selected)
- 3 guided walking tours (based on the option selected)
- English-speaking guide (on the cruise)
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)
- Free Wi-Fi & headphones (on the bus)
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
- Entry to SEA LIFE London Aquarium
- Arrive at your selected time slot on the day of your choice
- Explore at your own pace
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Route
First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
Frequency: Every 15 to 30 minutes
Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Big Ben
Blue Route
First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
Last bus: 5pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
Frequency: Every 20 to 30 minutes
Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Trafalgar Square, Notting Hill
Green Route
First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
Last bus: 5pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
Frequency: Every 30 to 60 minutes
Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
(Note: The last bus for all 3 routes is at 4:30pm from November to February)
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier (starts near stop 16 & concludes at Waterloo Pier and Westminster Pier)
First cruise: 10am
Last cruise: 5:15pm
Frequency: Every 40 minutes
Duration: 40 minutes
From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)
First cruise: 10am
Last cruise: 6pm
Frequency: Every 40 minutes
Duration: 40 minutes
London HOHO
- Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured, you can contact the service provider, and they'll assist you.
- Public transport and sightseeing buses can't stop right at Buckingham Palace, but there is a stop just a 5-minute walk away.
- Specific details related to the add-ons in your ticket, like cruises, and walking tours, will be shared post-booking.
- Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
- The 24-hour pass is valid for 24 consecutive hours, while the 1-day pass is valid for a single calendar day, regardless of the boarding time.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
- Suitcases and large items are not allowed in this experience.
- Safety is a priority, so the VR experience is restricted for guests under the age of 6 years.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs and other assistance animals are welcome at the venue.
- Carers of disabled guests get free entry, provided they can show proper documentation.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult with a valid full-priced ticket.
- Infants under the age of 2 require a valid ticket.
- Carer's ticket will be deemed invalid if not accompanied by at least 1 person with a valid full-priced ticket.
- The virtual reality experience is operated on a first-come, first-served basis, with a possible wait time at popular times.
- The penguin habitat is currently undergoing a planned refurbishment and will be back very soon.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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What our guests say
Paul
May 2025Verified booking
The day was filled with interesting information walking over the sharks at the beginning was excellent. The larger array of fish was impressive It was very busy but taking your time you got to see all of the exhibits. The penguins were great but the jellyfish exhibit was my favourite
Leah
Jul 2025Verified booking
Absolutely loved the jellyfish!!
Lily
Jul 2025Verified booking
I absolutely adored everything about the centre, the sharks were my favourite
Elika
Jul 2025Verified booking
Very cool sharks and fishes 👍
Michael
May 2025Verified booking
That you can explore the city from the streets.
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Vladimir
Aug 2025Verified booking
I liked the day as such. I was expecting more from London aquarium. I consider space too small and tank not adequate for some species. I was somehow disappointed and consoder value for money pretty low.
Guilherme
Aug 2025Verified booking
The Bus is great, there's always a bus passing by. But the app should be modernized and show via GPS the points where the bus stops.
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Subir
Aug 2025Verified booking
Experience is fantastic but ticket cost is too high. One 16 year plus ticket costing £35 is not any worth or value for money. I will request authority to look at it.
MRS
Aug 2025Verified booking
Venue was very busy with lots of pushchairs, babies n young children in confined spaces, it felt a little chlostraphobic. I wasn't impressed with standards/tanks species were kept in, best part was penguins although they looked bored, can't blame them! I thought it was expensive for what it was. Staff were very helpful at reception but didn't see many staff when going through exhibitions, but always there for photo sessions!
Michael
Aug 2025Verified booking
The aquarium was a bit disappointing compared to others I have visit, especially at almost £40 per ticket. It seemed to be 100% geared for young children and the information was aimed at that level. The jellyfish display was disappointing and the whole experience to about an hour without rushing. I expected more
Douglas
Aug 2025Verified booking
Our first attempt to get on the bus at stop 13 was denied 3 times. The driver wouldn't open the door. You were clearly oversold for that time of day yet accepted our order around the same time. A suggestion is to advise anyone placing an order be notified of which stoppa were heavy. Other companies were picking up people at the same spot without issue.
Matari
Aug 2025Verified booking
The atmosphere was very cosy. Also there are information pages on every dish and creature. The display is very good and clear that you can see and interact with the fish
Mandy
Jul 2025Verified booking
It was a lovely experience with my grandaughter. ...although..... Sadly - as she is only 2 she was not tall enough to pop up in the domes which is dissapointing seeing we had to pay £35 for her entrance fee. and To have to pay for the VR - was extortion again.. I would understand paying for the VR if her ticket was half the price.
Michael
Jul 2025Verified booking
Everything around the buses was very good - the timings, the routes, the commentaries, and the staff. Was disappointed the the river cruise was just one way.
Lydiah
Jul 2025Verified booking
I had never seen penguins in my entire life..I was so happy to see them live as they swim,enjoyed seeing the sharks too with more other species
Patricia
Jul 2025Verified booking
Wonderful collection of sea life! Lived the penguins, the sharks, the jellyfish, and the seahorses! Great displays and diverse collection. Pleasantly surprised.
Anette
Jun 2025Verified booking
Loved it! Very grumpy man (security) at the entrance. There was no que, so we don't really understand why he was in this mood. The rest of the staff was great and friendly
William
Jun 2025Verified booking
Ticketing was very good and efficient. Recorded info wasn't the best, should be better tied to location and a bit less goofy dialogue and more information
Lynn
Jun 2025Verified booking
The staff were very helpful and there were no issues with staff. However I choose big bus as the company stated that buses were every 20-30 mins ect. However this was not the case. We were waiting for much longer periods compared to the cheaper companies who appeared to have a better service. I would never book with the company again. Paying the extra was a waste of money. I would not recommend to friends or family
Samiha
Jun 2025Verified booking
What made our aquarium visit truly special was that we went to celebrate my husband’s birthday — his very first as a new dad! We brought along our 4-month-old baby, and it was such a memorable experience watching our little one be completely mesmerized by the colorful sea life. Seeing his wide eyes follow the fish and other marine creatures made the visit magical and meaningful for all of us. It was a beautiful way to mark a special milestone as a new family.
Victor
Jun 2025Verified booking
The cruise portion of the excursion was sub par. The boat had issues and could not board passengers. We had to wait nearly two hours for the next boat. This subsequently affected are schedule.
Samantha
Jun 2025Verified booking
The staff were helpful, friendly and informative. The environment itself was spotlessly clean. The information on the wildlife was easy to locate and was easy to understand. It was the second time I had been to the Aquarium in a year and everything was exactly the same, consistency is the key to success here I believe. Not all of the creatures were exhibited but that is only to be expected if there are particular issues concerning that species. Lovely experience. Great day out.
Barbara
Jun 2025Verified booking
Lea the live guide and Trevor the driver made our complete Red line tour absolutely wonderful! What a great experience!
Lynn
Jun 2025Verified booking
A School trip of around 30 children made the venue rather tight for space perhaps schools could book certain days rather than with the general public.
Sally
Jun 2025Verified booking
Not too busy so didn't have to queue for anything. Knowledgable and informative staff member talking at the shark tank. Overall it was a great morning - the whole place feels a little tired though and could do with a bit of a face lift but didn't detract from the enjoyment for my children! Felt quite expensive for what it was - we were there for 2 hours and for a family of 4 it cost £141. Compared to other attractions where you spend much longer I don't think this is as good value for money.
Why choose the Big Bus London tours?
Hop on hop off convenience
Enjoy the flexibility to explore London at your own pace with our hop-on, hop-off feature. Jump off at any of our designated stops and dive into the city's iconic attractions.
Panoramic views
Experience London's landmarks from a unique vantage point on our open-top buses. Capture breathtaking views of Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and more.
Expert guided tours
Learn about London's rich history and culture from our knowledgeable tour guides. Gain insights into each landmark's significance and uncover hidden gems along the way.
Multi-language commentary
Choose from a variety of languages for live commentary during your tour. Whether you speak English, Spanish, French, or Mandarin, our multilingual options ensure everyone can fully appreciate the experience.
Exclusive discounts and offers
Unlock special deals and discounts at select attractions with your Big Bus combo tickets. Maximize your London adventure while saving money on entrance fees and experiences.
Family-friendly experience
Our tours are designed to cater to all ages, making them perfect for families. Sit back, relax, and create lasting memories together as you explore London's top sights.
Big bus London routes, stops and maps
Red route
The Red Route/Classic Red tour travels around the best of Central London. Highlights are Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the London Eye, Big Ben, and St Paul’s Cathedral.
Overview:
- First stop: Green Park Underground
- Timings: 8:30am - 6pm
- Frequency: Every 10 to 20 minutes
- No. of stops: 24
- Full loop duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Blue route
The Blue Route/Big Blue tour is perfect for visitors who want to experience the best of West London, from Kensington Palace and Harrods to Notting Hill. It starts near Piccadilly and travels to the ritzy shopping areas near Park Lane, Regent Street, Oxford Circus, and Hyde Park.
Overview:
- First stop: Victoria, Nova Complex
- Timings: 8am - 6pm
- Frequency: Every 15 to 20 minutes
- No. of stops: 39
- Full loop duration: 3 hours 35 minutes
Green route
This route is primarily a transport link that connects Euston Station and King’s Cross Station to Central London. It starts at Covent Garden and has 10 stations that cover attractions like the British Museum, Russel Square, and Holborn.
Overview:
- First stop: Woburn - Northbound
- Timings: 8:30am - 6pm
- Frequency: Every 30 to 60 minutes
- No. of stops: 10
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Highlights of your Big Bus London tour
London Eye
Route name: Red route, Blue route
Attraction timings: 11am to 6pm
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Suggested London Big Bus Itineraries
London in 1 day/24 hours
London in 2 days/48 hours
If you have just one day in London then pick the Red Route of the London Big Bus Tours and explore all the top attractions in West London and Central London London.
- Start off at the Green Park Underground Station and take in the sights of West London, stopping at Mayfair.
- Get back on the bus and stop at Trafalgar Square and enjoy the free Royal Walking Tour at 10am and explore the area around Buckingham Palace.
- Take the Big Bus from Trafalgar Square to the Tower of London. Explore the landmark, then take the free River Cruise from the Tower of London Pier to Westminster Pier.
- After a stop for lunch, explore Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.
- Finally, get back on the Big Bus and do the complete Red Route loop (1 hour 15 minutes), and get down at Covent Garden. Walk around the district and enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants.
If you have 2 days, you can explore the attractions in London at a more leisurely pace. Here is a sample itinerary to use:
Day 1 – Blue Route: Set out from Green Park Underground and get down and explore the South Kensington Museums. Visit Kensington Palace and have lunch in the area, or at nearby Notting Hill. Get on the bus and stop at Baker Street for the Sherlock Holmes Museum and Madame Tussauds. Stop at the London Eye to ride the London Eye, and visit the London Dungeons and SeaLife Aquarium. Finally walk down to Westminster Pier and take the free river cruise.
Day 2 – Red Route: Start your day at Trafalgar Square for the free ‘Royal Walk’ walking tour at 10am. After the tour head to Westminster Abbey. Get on the Red Route and get off at St Paul’s Cathedral. Then head to the City Hall stop to explore the H.M.S. Belfast. Finally, cross Tower Bridge, or take the bus again and get down at the Tower of London and spend time exploring the attraction.
Big Bus London: FAQ's
How do Big Bus hop-on hop-off buses work in London?
Hop-on hop-off buses are tourist buses that allow you to board and leave whenever you like at their destined stops and sightsee at your convenience.
What is included in a Big Bus London Tour ticket?
Your ticket grants you access to all Big Bus routes, allowing you to hop on and off at any designated
stop. Additionally, you'll enjoy informative commentary, complimentary onboard Wi-Fi, and exclusive discounts at select attractions and restaurants.
How often are the London Big Bus hop-on hop-off buses?
London Big Bus hop-on hop-off bus tours run at a frequency of 10 to 30 minutes. Depending on the route. Click here for details.
How many London Big Bus routes are there?
There are three Big Bus tour routes in London - the red, blue, and green link. All the routes are included in your big bus ticket.
Are there audio guides on the London Big Bus hop-on hop-off bus tours?
Yes, you will get access to audio guides available in up to 12 languages to learn more about the city.
Are the London Big Bus hop-on hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Yes, the London Big Bus hop-on hop-off tours are accessibility-friendly for wheelchair users.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are typically valid for either 24 or 48 hours from the time of redemption, depending on the ticket type purchased.
From happy customers
Adriana
United KingdomMar, 2025
The experience was awsome. I felt like Joey and Chandler visiting London. (Friends people will know what I am talking about)
What I loved about it was the fact that we had the option to hop on and off whenever we wanted, which gave us the chance to stop at the sites that we wanted to explore further.
Also the price compared to other companies was good.
Definitely recommend.
Combo: London Eye Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Thames River Cruise
Guilherme
United StatesAug, 2025
The Bus is great, there's always a bus passing by. But the app should be modernized and show via GPS the points where the bus stops.
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Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour
Tomi
ChileApr, 2025
The best thing to do is to buy tickets for the tour from the vendors located at the stops.
You receive good information and treatment, considering that we seniors do not always speak the language.
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Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour
Harshitha
Dec, 2023
The tour guide was extremely fun and gave us some great insights about the city, including some hidden gem recommendations in London.
As an employee of Headout myself, it was a marvelous first experience.
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Elena
ItalyMay, 2024
Tour meraviglioso,posizione e organizzazione ottima ...poi vedere Londra di sera é tutto un'altro spettacolo grazie 🥰
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