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Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Open-top bus tour crossing Tower Bridge in London.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Open-top bus tour crossing Tower Bridge in London.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Open-top bus tour crossing Tower Bridge in London.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
4.2(1,841)

Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour

from
£29
Free cancellation

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Flexible duration
Guided tour
Routes
TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
FREQUENCY10-20 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREGreen Park Underground at 8:15 AM
LAST DEPARTUREGreen Park Underground at 5:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Green Park Underground

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2 attractions
Green Park

Green Park

3 minutes walk
Wellington Arch

Wellington Arch

2 minutes walk

2. Hard Rock Cafe

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2 attractions
Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

9 minutes walk
Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds

14 minutes walk

3. Queen Mother Gates

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2 attractions
Victoria Tower Gardens

Victoria Tower Gardens

10 minutes walk
Palace of Westminster

Palace of Westminster

10 minutes walk

4. Marble Arch (Westbound)

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2 attractions
Marble Arch

Marble Arch

2 minutes walk
The Wallace Collection

The Wallace Collection

6 minutes walk

5. Regent Street

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2 attractions
Regent Street

Regent Street

3 minutes walk
Carnaby Street

Carnaby Street

4 minutes walk

6. Piccadilly Circus

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2 attractions
Piccadilly Circus

Piccadilly Circus

1 minute walk
Leicester Square

Leicester Square

7 minutes walk

7. Haymarket

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1 attraction

Theatre Royal Haymarket

8. Trafalgar Square

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2 attractions
Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square

1 minute walk
The National Gallery

The National Gallery

7 minutes walk

9. Craig's Court

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2 attractions
Craig's Court

Craig's Court

The Banqueting House

The Banqueting House

1 minute walk

10. Horseguards

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2 attractions
Horse Guards Parade

Horse Guards Parade

4 minutes walk
The Household Cavalry Museum

The Household Cavalry Museum

4 minutes walk

11. Whitehall

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2 attractions
Whitehall

Whitehall

3 minutes walk
Churchill War Rooms

Churchill War Rooms

10 minutes walk

12. London Eye (Eastbound)

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2 attractions
London Eye

London Eye

4 minutes walk
London Dungeon

London Dungeon

3 minutes walk

13. Waterloo (Eastbound)

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2 attractions
Waterloo

Waterloo

5 minutes walk
The Old Vic

The Old Vic

5 minutes walk

14. Covent Garden

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2 attractions
Covent Garden Market

Covent Garden Market

8 minutes walk
Royal Opera House

Royal Opera House

3 minutes walk

15. St Paul’s Cathedral

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2 attractions
St Paul’s Cathedral

St Paul’s Cathedral

1 minute walk
The Museum of London

The Museum of London

4 minutes walk

16. Monument

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1 attraction

Monument to the Great Fire of London

17. London Bridge

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2 attractions
London Bridge

London Bridge

4 minutes walk
Borough Market

Borough Market

8 minutes walk

18. Tower of London

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2 attractions
Tower of London

Tower of London

4 minutes walk
The Gherkin

The Gherkin

5 minutes walk

19. Temple Underground Station

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2 attractions
Temple Church

Temple Church

6 minutes walk
Middle Temple Hall

Middle Temple Hall

7 minutes walk

20. Westminster Pier

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2 attractions
Westminster Pier

Westminster Pier

Big Ben

Big Ben

1 minute walk

21. London Eye (Westbound)

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2 attractions
Jubilee Gardens

Jubilee Gardens

68 minutes walk
County Hall

County Hall

1 minute walk

22. Lambeth Palace

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2 attractions
Lambeth Palace

Lambeth Palace

Imperial War Museum

Imperial War Museum

3 minutes walk

23. College Green

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2 attractions
College Green

College Green

St. Margaret’s Church

St. Margaret’s Church

1 minute walk

24. Tothill Street

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2 attractions
Westminster Cathedral

Westminster Cathedral

4 minutes walk
The Supreme Court

The Supreme Court

3 minutes walk

25. Buckingham Palace

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2 attractions
Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace

7 minutes walk
The Royal Mews

The Royal Mews

1 minute walk

26. Victoria Station

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2 attractions
Victoria Station

Victoria Station

7 minutes walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre

Apollo Victoria Theatre

8 minutes walk
TOTAL DURATION3 hours 35 minutes
FREQUENCY15-20 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREVictoria, Nova Complex at 8:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREVictoria, Nova Complex at 5:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Victoria, Nova Complex

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2 attractions
Apollo Victoria Theatre

Apollo Victoria Theatre

4 minutes walk
Cardinal Place

Cardinal Place

4 minutes walk

2. Victoria Station

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2 attractions
Victoria Station

Victoria Station

5 minutes walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre

Apollo Victoria Theatre

4 minutes walk

3. Queen Mother Gates

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2 attractions
Victoria Tower Gardens

Victoria Tower Gardens

16 minutes walk
Palace of Westminster

Palace of Westminster

16 minutes walk

4. Marble Arch (Westbound)

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2 attractions
Marble Arch

Marble Arch

2 minutes walk
The Wallace Collection

The Wallace Collection

6 minutes walk

5. Green Park

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2 attractions
Green Park

Green Park

3 minutes walk
Wellington Arch

Wellington Arch

2 minutes walk

6. Hard Rock Cafe

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2 attractions
Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

9 minutes walk
Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds

16 minutes walk

7. Hyde Park Corner

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2 attractions
Hyde Park

Hyde Park

9 minutes walk
Apsley House

Apsley House

4 minutes walk

8. Harrods

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2 attractions
Harrods

Harrods

7 minutes walk
Saatchi Gallery

Saatchi Gallery

8 minutes walk

9. South Kensington Museums

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2 attractions
South Kensington Museums

South Kensington Museums

2 minutes walk
Victoria and Albert Museum

Victoria and Albert Museum

3 minutes walk

10. Gloucester Road

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2 attractions
Gloucester Road

Gloucester Road

1 minute walk
Science Museum

Science Museum

5 minutes walk

11. Kensington Palace

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1 attraction
Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace

2 minutes walk

12. Notting Hill

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2 attractions
Notting Hill

Notting Hill

6 minutes walk
Portobello Road Market

Portobello Road Market

6 minutes walk

13. Kensington Gardens

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2 attractions
Kensington Gardens

Kensington Gardens

2 minutes walk
Diana Memorial Playground

Diana Memorial Playground

14. Thistle Hotel (Kensington Gardens)

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2 attractions
The Orangery

The Orangery

3 minutes walk
Queensway Market

Queensway Market

1 minute walk

15. Lancaster Gate

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1 attraction
Lancaster Gate

Lancaster Gate

16. Paddington Station

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2 attractions
Paddington Bear Statue

Paddington Bear Statue

5 minutes walk
Little Venice

Little Venice

8 minutes walk

17. Praed Street

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2 attractions
Praed Street

Praed Street

4 minutes walk
Sheldon Square

Sheldon Square

4 minutes walk

18. Marble Arch (Eastbound)

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2 attractions
Selfridges

Selfridges

4 minutes walk
Oxford Street

Oxford Street

10 minutes walk

19. Baker Street

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2 attractions
Sherlock Holmes Museum

Sherlock Holmes Museum

2 minutes walk
The Wallace Collection

The Wallace Collection

6 minutes walk

20. Oxford Street

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2 attractions
Oxford Street

Oxford Street

6 minutes walk
Liberty London

Liberty London

2 minutes walk

21. Regent Street

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2 attractions
Regent Street

Regent Street

3 minutes walk
Carnaby Street

Carnaby Street

4 minutes walk

22. Piccadilly Circus

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2 attractions
Piccadilly Circus

Piccadilly Circus

1 minute walk
Leicester Square

Leicester Square

6 minutes walk

23. Haymarket

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1 attraction

Theatre Royal Haymarket

24. Trafalgar Square

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2 attractions
Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square

1 minute walk
The National Gallery

The National Gallery

7 minutes walk

25. Craig's Court

Get direction
2 attractions
Craig's Court

Craig's Court

1 minute walk
The Banqueting House

The Banqueting House

4 minutes walk

26. Horseguards

Get direction
2 attractions
Horse Guards Parade

Horse Guards Parade

4 minutes walk
The Household Cavalry Museum

The Household Cavalry Museum

4 minutes walk

27. Whitehall

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2 attractions
Whitehall

Whitehall

3 minutes walk
Churchill War Rooms

Churchill War Rooms

10 minutes walk

28. London Eye (Eastbound)

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2 attractions
London Eye

London Eye

4 minutes walk
London Dungeon

London Dungeon

4 minutes walk

29. Waterloo (Eastbound)

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2 attractions
Waterloo

Waterloo

5 minutes walk
The Old Vic

The Old Vic

5 minutes walk

30. Covent Garden

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2 attractions
Covent Garden Market

Covent Garden Market

8 minutes walk
Royal Opera House

Royal Opera House

3 minutes walk

31. St Paul’s Cathedral

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2 attractions
St Paul’s Cathedral

St Paul’s Cathedral

1 minute walk
The Museum of London

The Museum of London

4 minutes walk

32. Monument

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1 attraction

Monument to the Great Fire of London

33. London Bridge

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2 attractions
London Bridge

London Bridge

4 minutes walk
Borough Market

Borough Market

8 minutes walk

34. Tower of London

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2 attractions
Tower of London

Tower of London

16 minutes walk
The Gherkin

The Gherkin

18 minutes walk

35. Temple Underground Station

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2 attractions
Temple Church

Temple Church

6 minutes walk
Middle Temple Hall

Middle Temple Hall

6 minutes walk

36. Westminster Pier

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2 attractions
Westminster Pier

Westminster Pier

Big Ben

Big Ben

1 minute walk

37. London Eye (Westbound)

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2 attractions
Jubilee Gardens

Jubilee Gardens

4 minutes walk
County Hall

County Hall

1 minute walk

38. Lambeth Palace

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2 attractions
Lambeth Palace

Lambeth Palace

Imperial War Museum

Imperial War Museum

3 minutes walk

39. College Green

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2 attractions
College Green

College Green

St. Margaret’s Church

St. Margaret’s Church

1 minute walk

40. Tothill Street

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2 attractions
Westminster Cathedral

Westminster Cathedral

4 minutes walk
The Supreme Court

The Supreme Court

3 minutes walk

41. Buckingham Palace

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2 attractions
Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace

7 minutes walk
The Royal Mews

The Royal Mews

1 minute walk
TOTAL DURATION70 minutes
FREQUENCY30-45 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREWoburn (Northbound) at 8:30 AM
LAST DEPARTUREWoburn (Northbound) at 5:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Woburn (Northbound)

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2 attractions
The Brunswick

The Brunswick

5 minutes walk
Charles Dickens Museum

Charles Dickens Museum

4 minutes walk

2. Euston Station

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1 attraction
Regent’s Park

Regent’s Park

11 minutes walk

3. Kings Cross Station

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2 attractions
Platform 9¾

Platform 9¾

1 minute walk
The British Library

The British Library

8 minutes walk

4. St. Pancras Station

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2 attractions
St. Pancras Station

St. Pancras Station

29 minutes walk
King’s Place

King’s Place

9 minutes walk

5. Euston Road

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2 attractions
Wellcome Collection

Wellcome Collection

4 minutes walk
Grant Museum of Zoology

Grant Museum of Zoology

4 minutes walk

6. Woburn (Southbound)

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2 attractions
Queen Square

Queen Square

4 minutes walk
The Brunswick

The Brunswick

5 minutes walk

7. British Museum (Southbound)

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2 attractions
The British Museum

The British Museum

6 minutes walk
The Cartoon Museum

The Cartoon Museum

13 minutes walk

8. Temple Underground Station

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2 attractions
Temple Church

Temple Church

6 minutes walk
Middle Temple Hall

Middle Temple Hall

6 minutes walk

9. Covent Garden

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2 attractions
Covent Garden Market

Covent Garden Market

8 minutes walk
Royal Opera House

Royal Opera House

3 minutes walk

10. British Museum (Northbound)

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1 attraction
Russell Square

Russell Square

1 minute walk

Get premium seating, fewer crowds, and all the London must-sees on day/night tours.

  • See London's sights aboard a premium hop-on hop-off bus tour for 1 day, 24 or 48 hours, with unlimited rides to fuel sightseeing in the UK's prime city!
  • With 50+ iconic sights splattered across the city, buses running every 15-45 minutes, and three routes to see it all, your adventure never stops in London!
  • Want more of London? Upgrade for a Thames river cruise sailing past Tower Bridge and other iconic sights, an evening bus tour, and 3 guided walking tours!
  • The bus offers audio commentary, free Wi-Fi, and live bus tracking so you can learn about the sights, post online, and know where you're heading!
  • From Buckingham Palace royal spectacles to the Tower of London's mighty fortress to London Bridge bustling beneath you, you’ve got endless sights to explore.

Get premium seating, fewer crowds, and all the London must-sees on day/night tours.

  • See London's sights aboard a premium hop-on hop-off bus tour for 1 day, 24 or 48 hours, with unlimited rides to fuel sightseeing in the UK's prime city!
  • With 50+ iconic sights splattered across the city, buses running every 15-45 minutes, and three routes to see it all, your adventure never stops in London!
  • Want more of London? Upgrade for a Thames river cruise sailing past Tower Bridge and other iconic sights, an evening bus tour, and 3 guided walking tours!
  • The bus offers audio commentary, free Wi-Fi, and live bus tracking so you can learn about the sights, post online, and know where you're heading!
  • From Buckingham Palace royal spectacles to the Tower of London's mighty fortress to London Bridge bustling beneath you, you’ve got endless sights to explore.

Inclusions

  • 1-day or 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

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Note: The evening tour is a non-stop tour and does not offer hop-on hop-off service.

Hop-on Hop-off Route - Red Route
This classic London circuit goes through the city’s vibrant heart, rolling past Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, and the Tower of London, with dazzling skyline views.

  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, London Eye, Tower of London

Hop-on Hop-off Route - Blue Route
This journey from regal Kensington and bustling Harrods in the west to the City and Tower Bridge in the east, links museums, parks, and shopping icons.

  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Harrods, Notting Hill

Hop-on Hop-off Route - Green Route
A connector route linking rail hubs at St Pancras and King’s Cross to Covent Garden, this journey loops through the scholarly British Museum and Bloomsbury lanes.

  • Popular stops: King’s Cross/St Pancras, British Museum, Covent Garden

Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier (starts near stop 16 & concludes at Waterloo Pier and Westminster Pier)

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 6:55pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 7:20pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

Evening tour

  • Departure: 7:30pm from stop #11 (London Eye)
  • Frequency: Once every evening
  • Duration: 2 hours

Accessibility

  • Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? You can contact the service provider, and they'll assist you.

Additional information

  • 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.
  • The date you select while booking must be the first day of your tour. Remember 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.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
London Eye capsule overlooking Thames River and cityscape.
Group enjoying view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament from London Eye capsule.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on an open-top bus tour in London, capturing photos of the Houses of Parliament.
River cruise boat passing Big Ben and Houses of Parliament in London.
Tourists enjoying a boat ride near Tower Bridge, London on Big Bus: Big Day Out.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Group enjoying view of Big Ben from London Eye capsule.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on HOHO bus taking photos of Big Ben, London.
London Eye capsule overlooking Thames River and cityscape.
Group enjoying view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament from London Eye capsule.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on an open-top bus tour in London, capturing photos of the Houses of Parliament.
River cruise boat passing Big Ben and Houses of Parliament in London.
Tourists enjoying a boat ride near Tower Bridge, London on Big Bus: Big Day Out.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Group enjoying view of Big Ben from London Eye capsule.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on HOHO bus taking photos of Big Ben, London.
London Eye capsule overlooking Thames River and cityscape.
Group enjoying view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament from London Eye capsule.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on an open-top bus tour in London, capturing photos of the Houses of Parliament.
River cruise boat passing Big Ben and Houses of Parliament in London.
Tourists enjoying a boat ride near Tower Bridge, London on Big Bus: Big Day Out.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Group enjoying view of Big Ben from London Eye capsule.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on HOHO bus taking photos of Big Ben, London.
4.2(380)

Combo: London Eye Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Thames River Cruise

from £70
£63

10% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Flexible duration
Guided tour

See London by road, river & sky with this value combo of three top attractions.

  • See London’s top three attractions with one pass that bundles bus rides, London Eye views, and a chilled Thames cruise into one pocket-friendly adventure.
  • Ride the world’s tallest cantilevered wheel, the London Eye, for 360° views of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s, and even Windsor Castle in just 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour with 40+ stops at sights like the London Eye and Buckingham Palace on three routes, and upgrade for walking tours.
  • Take a one-way Thames cruise from Westminster or Tower piers with live commentary as you float past Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s, and the Houses of Parliament.
  • With the bus dropping you right at the London Eye and cruise piers, this pass makes hopping between London’s highlights simple, quick, and stress-free.

See London by road, river & sky with this value combo of three top attractions.

  • See London’s top three attractions with one pass that bundles bus rides, London Eye views, and a chilled Thames cruise into one pocket-friendly adventure.
  • Ride the world’s tallest cantilevered wheel, the London Eye, for 360° views of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s, and even Windsor Castle in just 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour with 40+ stops at sights like the London Eye and Buckingham Palace on three routes, and upgrade for walking tours.
  • Take a one-way Thames cruise from Westminster or Tower piers with live commentary as you float past Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s, and the Houses of Parliament.
  • With the bus dropping you right at the London Eye and cruise piers, this pass makes hopping between London’s highlights simple, quick, and stress-free.

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 tour by Big Bus

  • 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour by Big Bus
  • 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: 8:15am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye

Blue Route

  • First bus: 8am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Last bus: 7pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Frequency: Every 15-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill

Green Route

  • First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Frequency: Every 30-45mins
  • 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: 6:55pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 7:20pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

What’s not allowed

London Eye

  • 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, or hot foods are not allowed on this experience.
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

London Eye

  • Guests with accessible needs are entitled to a free carer ticket with valid documentation.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Ramps are available at the venue for easy access.
  • Braille guides are available for this experience.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Require special accommodations for your disability? Contact the venue, and they'll do their best to assist you.

Hop-on Hop-off tour by Big Bus

  • Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? You can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.

Additional information

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 30-60 minutes before your experience begins.
  • Alcohol may be served subject to age and local laws. Valid ID required. Please drink responsibly.
  • Guests should be fully clothed and must wear shoes.
  • Facilities: restroom, cloakroom, and free Wi-Fi.

Hop-on Hop-off tour by Big Bus

  • Public transport and sightseeing buses can't stop right at Buckingham Palace, but there is a stop just a 5-minute 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.
Big Bus night tour on road in Madrid with city lights in background.
Red double-decker buses on a busy London street at night during the Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour.
London Eye illuminated at night during Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour.
Two women enjoying a Dublin night tour on an open-top bus.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament illuminated at night, London, viewed from a moving bus.
Buckingham Palace illuminated at night with light trails from passing traffic.
Big Bus night tour on road in Madrid with city lights in background.
Red double-decker buses on a busy London street at night during the Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour.
London Eye illuminated at night during Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour.
Two women enjoying a Dublin night tour on an open-top bus.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament illuminated at night, London, viewed from a moving bus.
Buckingham Palace illuminated at night with light trails from passing traffic.
Big Bus night tour on road in Madrid with city lights in background.
Red double-decker buses on a busy London street at night during the Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour.
London Eye illuminated at night during Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour.
Two women enjoying a Dublin night tour on an open-top bus.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament illuminated at night, London, viewed from a moving bus.
Buckingham Palace illuminated at night with light trails from passing traffic.
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Big Bus: London Evening Bus Tour

from
£36.99
Free cancellation

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2 hr

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.
Family exiting Heathrow Express train and Big Bus tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
Family enjoying a ride on the Heathrow Express train to London Paddington.
Passenger placing luggage in overhead compartment on Heathrow Express train to London Paddington.
Open-top Big Bus London tour passing by Tower Bridge.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Person boarding Heathrow Express train with luggage at station.
USB charging port on Heathrow Express train at London Paddington Station.
Heathrow Express train at London Paddington station platform.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Big Bus employee assisting tourists with a map near a tour bus.
Family exiting Heathrow Express train and Big Bus tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
Family enjoying a ride on the Heathrow Express train to London Paddington.
Passenger placing luggage in overhead compartment on Heathrow Express train to London Paddington.
Open-top Big Bus London tour passing by Tower Bridge.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Person boarding Heathrow Express train with luggage at station.
USB charging port on Heathrow Express train at London Paddington Station.
Heathrow Express train at London Paddington station platform.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Big Bus employee assisting tourists with a map near a tour bus.
Family exiting Heathrow Express train and Big Bus tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
Family enjoying a ride on the Heathrow Express train to London Paddington.
Passenger placing luggage in overhead compartment on Heathrow Express train to London Paddington.
Open-top Big Bus London tour passing by Tower Bridge.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Person boarding Heathrow Express train with luggage at station.
USB charging port on Heathrow Express train at London Paddington Station.
Heathrow Express train at London Paddington station platform.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Big Bus employee assisting tourists with a map near a tour bus.
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Combo (Save 22%): Heathrow Express Transfers + London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

from £74.99
£58.49

22% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Audio guide
Guided tour
Transfers included
  • 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 Hop-on Hop-off

Discover: 24-Hour Pass

  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
  • Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
  • 40-min Thames River cruise
  • English-speaking guide (on the cruise)
  • 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 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 Hop-on Hop-off
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: 8:15am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye

Blue Route

  • First bus: 8am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Last bus: 7pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Frequency: Every 15-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill

Green Route

  • First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Frequency: Every 30-45mins
  • 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
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Train at London Liverpool Street and double-decker buses near St. Paul's Cathedral.
Family enjoying a train ride on Stansted Express from London Airport.
Women enjoying a conversation on the Stansted Express train.
Two people enjoying a train ride with coffee and a tablet, brochures on the table.
Tourists reading a map in front of a Big Bus Tours bus in London.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Buckingham Palace with vibrant gardens, part of BigBus London tour.
Train at London Liverpool Street and double-decker buses near St. Paul's Cathedral.
Family enjoying a train ride on Stansted Express from London Airport.
Women enjoying a conversation on the Stansted Express train.
Two people enjoying a train ride with coffee and a tablet, brochures on the table.
Tourists reading a map in front of a Big Bus Tours bus in London.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Buckingham Palace with vibrant gardens, part of BigBus London tour.
Train at London Liverpool Street and double-decker buses near St. Paul's Cathedral.
Family enjoying a train ride on Stansted Express from London Airport.
Women enjoying a conversation on the Stansted Express train.
Two people enjoying a train ride with coffee and a tablet, brochures on the table.
Tourists reading a map in front of a Big Bus Tours bus in London.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Buckingham Palace with vibrant gardens, part of BigBus London tour.
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Combo (Save 19%): Stansted Express Transfers + London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

from £74.59
£60.07

19% off

Audio guide
Guided tour
Transfers included
  • 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 Hop-on Hop-off

Discover: 24-Hour Pass

  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
  • Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
  • 40-min Thames River cruise
  • English-speaking guide (on the cruise)
  • 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 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 Hop-on Hop-off
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: 8:15am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye

Blue Route

  • First bus: 8am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Last bus: 7pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Frequency: Every 15-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill

Green Route

  • First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Frequency: Every 30-45mins
  • 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
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Big Bus London tour passing St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London exhibition.
Beefeater guiding tourists at the Tower of London.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Open-top bus tour crossing Tower Bridge in London.
Armour displays of Prince Henry and King Charles I at Tower of London exhibition.
Big Bus London tour passing St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London exhibition.
Beefeater guiding tourists at the Tower of London.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Open-top bus tour crossing Tower Bridge in London.
Armour displays of Prince Henry and King Charles I at Tower of London exhibition.
Big Bus London tour passing St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London exhibition.
Beefeater guiding tourists at the Tower of London.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Open-top bus tour crossing Tower Bridge in London.
Armour displays of Prince Henry and King Charles I at Tower of London exhibition.
4.3(1,857)

Combo (Save 10%): London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Tower of London Tickets

from £70.79
£63.71

10% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Tick off 50+ plus London sights on a bus tour & get entry to the Tower of London!

  • Save money and time with one easy pass that combines the London Big Bus tour and Tower of London entry for a hassle-free sightseeing day.
  • Ride London’s Big Bus with a 24-hour/1-day hop-on hop-off pass along 3 routes, 50+ sights, and must-stops like the Tower of London, the British Museum, and London Bridge.
  • Enjoy audio commentary in 7 languages, plus a scenic Thames river cruise to sail past the city's sights and savor London from a unique angle.
  • Step inside the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, where the White Tower looms with Norman might and the Crown Jewels, with 25,000 gems glittering.
  • Feel history come alive as actors in costume stride the courtyards, children chase clues on trails, and Anne Boleyn’s legends spook you!

Tick off 50+ plus London sights on a bus tour & get entry to the Tower of London!

  • Save money and time with one easy pass that combines the London Big Bus tour and Tower of London entry for a hassle-free sightseeing day.
  • Ride London’s Big Bus with a 24-hour/1-day hop-on hop-off pass along 3 routes, 50+ sights, and must-stops like the Tower of London, the British Museum, and London Bridge.
  • Enjoy audio commentary in 7 languages, plus a scenic Thames river cruise to sail past the city's sights and savor London from a unique angle.
  • Step inside the UNESCO-listed Tower of London, where the White Tower looms with Norman might and the Crown Jewels, with 25,000 gems glittering.
  • Feel history come alive as actors in costume stride the courtyards, children chase clues on trails, and Anne Boleyn’s legends spook you!

Inclusions

London Hop-off Hop-off bus tour

  • 24-hour/1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by Big Bus
  • Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
  • 40-min Thames River cruise
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)

Tower of London

  • Entry to the Tower of London (near stop #16 on Red route)
  • Access to The Crown Jewels
  • Entry to: The White Tower, Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, Battlements, Medieval Palace, Bloody Tower, Torture at the Tower exhibition, Fusiliers Museum & Royal Mint exhibition
  • Access to the children's activity trails and live historical re-enactments

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: 8:15am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye

Blue Route

  • First bus: 8am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Last bus: 7pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Frequency: Every 15-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill

Green Route

  • First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Frequency: Every 30-45 mins
  • Popular stops: King's 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: 6:55pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 7:20pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

What's not allowed

Tower of London

  • Keep in mind that luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
  • Smoking, eating, and drinking within all buildings are not allowed.

Accessibility

London Hop-off Hop-off bus tour

  • Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured, you can contact the service provider, and they'll assist you.

Tower of London

  • Not all areas of this experience are accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

London Hop-off Hop-off bus tour

  • 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, will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
  • Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
  • The 1-day pass is valid for a single calendar day, regardless of the boarding time. The 24-hour pass is valid for the next 24 hours from the time of activation.

Tower of London

  • The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Big Bus London tour and couple taking selfie at Sea Life Aquarium.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Penguins being fed by a staff member at Sea Life Aquarium.
Child observing a tarantula through a glass dome at SEA Life London.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Sea life guide explaining starfish to visitors at an aquarium touch pool.
Clownfish swimming among anemones at Sea Life Aquarium, London.
Big Bus London tour and couple taking selfie at Sea Life Aquarium.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Penguins being fed by a staff member at Sea Life Aquarium.
Child observing a tarantula through a glass dome at SEA Life London.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Sea life guide explaining starfish to visitors at an aquarium touch pool.
Clownfish swimming among anemones at Sea Life Aquarium, London.
Big Bus London tour and couple taking selfie at Sea Life Aquarium.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Penguins being fed by a staff member at Sea Life Aquarium.
Child observing a tarantula through a glass dome at SEA Life London.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
Sea life guide explaining starfish to visitors at an aquarium touch pool.
Clownfish swimming among anemones at Sea Life Aquarium, London.
4.3(1,384)

Combo: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Thames River Cruise + SEA LIFE Aquarium Tickets

from £57
£51.30

10% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Audio guide
Guided tour

Explore London by bus, river, on foot & see underwater world at SEA LIFE.

  • Explore London like a savvy local with a handy pass for unlimited hop-on hop-off rides plus entry to SEA LIFE to meet its amazing marine creatures.
  • Pick from 1-day, 24 or 48-hour passes and enjoy unlimited rides across 3 routes and 50+ stops near icons like Buckingham Palace and Tower of London.
  • Dive into rich stories with the onboard audio guide, upgrade for a live guided Thames river cruise, and guided walking tours to experience the city from up close.
  • Step into SEA LIFE London Aquarium to explore one of Europe’s largest collections with over 500 aquatic species waiting to dazzle and delight you.
  • Book your ideal time slot and freely explore SEA LIFE’s Polar Adventure featuring Gentoo penguins, polar bears, and creatures from icy glacial worlds.

Explore London by bus, river, on foot & see underwater world at SEA LIFE.

  • Explore London like a savvy local with a handy pass for unlimited hop-on hop-off rides plus entry to SEA LIFE to meet its amazing marine creatures.
  • Pick from 1-day, 24 or 48-hour passes and enjoy unlimited rides across 3 routes and 50+ stops near icons like Buckingham Palace and Tower of London.
  • Dive into rich stories with the onboard audio guide, upgrade for a live guided Thames river cruise, and guided walking tours to experience the city from up close.
  • Step into SEA LIFE London Aquarium to explore one of Europe’s largest collections with over 500 aquatic species waiting to dazzle and delight you.
  • Book your ideal time slot and freely explore SEA LIFE’s Polar Adventure featuring Gentoo penguins, polar bears, and creatures from icy glacial worlds.

Inclusions

London Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

  • 1-day, 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: 8:15am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye

Blue Route

  • First bus: 8am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Last bus: 7pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Frequency: Every 15-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill

Green Route

  • First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Frequency: Every 30-45mins
  • 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: 6:55pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 7:20pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

What’s not allowed

SEA LIFE London Aquarium

  • Suitcases and large items are not allowed in this experience.

Accessibility

London Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

  • Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? You can contact the service provider, and they'll assist you.

SEA LIFE London Aquarium

  • 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.
  • Carer's ticket will be deemed invalid if not accompanied by at least 1 person with a valid full-priced ticket.

Additional information

London Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

  • 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

  • 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.
  • 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.
London double-decker bus near St. Paul's Cathedral and Madame Tussauds wax figures.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Visitors posing with Lil Nas X figure at Madame Tussauds London.
Visitors posing with Dua Lipa wax figure at Madame Tussauds.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben, London, taking photos of the landmark.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
TARDIS with Doctor Who figure at Madame Tussauds, London skyline in background.
Visitors posing with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds, part of the Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio Tour combo.
London double-decker bus near St. Paul's Cathedral and Madame Tussauds wax figures.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Visitors posing with Lil Nas X figure at Madame Tussauds London.
Visitors posing with Dua Lipa wax figure at Madame Tussauds.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben, London, taking photos of the landmark.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
TARDIS with Doctor Who figure at Madame Tussauds, London skyline in background.
Visitors posing with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds, part of the Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio Tour combo.
London double-decker bus near St. Paul's Cathedral and Madame Tussauds wax figures.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Visitors posing with Lil Nas X figure at Madame Tussauds London.
Visitors posing with Dua Lipa wax figure at Madame Tussauds.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben, London, taking photos of the landmark.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
River cruise boat near Tower Bridge, London, on a sunny day.
TARDIS with Doctor Who figure at Madame Tussauds, London skyline in background.
Visitors posing with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds, part of the Harry Potter™ Warner Bros. Studio Tour combo.
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Combo (Save 21%): London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Thames River Cruise + Madame Tussauds Tickets

from £78.99
£62.09

21% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Guided tour

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: 8:15am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Eye

Blue Route

  • First bus: 8am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Last bus: 7pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
  • Frequency: Every 15-20 mins
  • Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Notting Hill

Green Route

  • First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
  • Frequency: Every 30-45mins
  • 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: 6:55pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

From Westminster Pier (starts near stop 18 & concludes at Tower Pier)

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 7:20pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 40 mins

What's not allowed

Madame Tussauds

  • Safety is a priority, so the Chamber of Horrors experience is restricted for guests under the age of 16 years.
  • Large bags and sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed in this experience.

Accessibility

London hop-on hop-off tour

  • Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? You can contact the service provider, and they'll try to assist you.

Madame Tussauds

  • 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.

Additional information

London hop-on hop-off tour

  • 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

  • Facilities: restroom, cloakroom, baby changing facilities.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Big Bus London Hop-on Hop-off tours

Big Bus London is one of the city’s most popular sightseeing companions, known for its double-decker bus tours, easy-to-follow London bus routes, and engaging recorded commentary that makes the landmarks feel alive. If you’re wondering why a Big Bus London Hop-on Hop-off tour is worth it, think of it as a stress-free way to see the capital without juggling maps or Tube changes. You can hop off at icons like Buckingham Palace or the London Eye, wander at your own pace, then catch the next bus when you’re ready. With frequent service, panoramic views, and upgrades like Thames River cruises and themed walking tours, it’s a fun and flexible way to get your bearings while soaking up the best of London.

Why choose the Big Bus London tours?

big bus london convenience

See top sights without the planning stress

No Tube maps, no traffic stress, no missed turns. Just hop on the London Big Bus, sit back, and let the bus glide you past London’s biggest icons while you enjoy the view from the top deck.

Big bus london views

Stories that stick

Forget silent rides. One Big Bus London ticket gives you fun audio commentary that makes history, gossip, and quirky facts feel like part of the journey, not just a normal bus tour in London.

Travel at your own pace

With flexible 1-day, 2-day, or even multi-day passes, you can explore London at your own rhythm. Hop off for coffee, museums, or shopping, then hop back on whenever you’re ready.

Perks that go beyond buses

Cool upgrade options get you bonuses like Thames River cruises and themed walking tours, making it more than just a bus tour in London but a full-on London sightseeing package.

Family-friendly experience

The Big Bus London tours are designed to cater to all ages, making them perfect for families. Sit back on this double-decker bus tour in London, relax, and create lasting memories together as you explore London's top sights.

Big Bus London routes, stops, and maps

Tower Bridge viewed from a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames.

Red route

The Red Route takes you through Central London’s iconic landmarks, from Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey to Tower Bridge and the London Eye, offering a comprehensive, convenient sightseeing experience for first-time visitors.

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
Colorful houses on a cobblestone street in Notting Hill, London, part of the hop-on hop-off tour.

Blue route

The Blue Route showcases West London’s highlights, from Kensington Palace and Harrods to Notting Hill, while passing through Park Lane, Regent Street, Oxford Circus, and Hyde Park for a stylish, quintessential city experience.

Overview: 

  • First stop: Victoria, Nova Complex
  • Timings: 8am - 7pm
  • Frequency: Every 15 to 20 minutes
  • No. of stops: 39
  • Full loop duration: 3 hours 35 minutes
The British Museum's neoclassical facade with columns in London, UK.

Green route

This route serves as a convenient link between Euston and King’s Cross, connecting Covent Garden with ten key stops, including the British Museum, Russell Square, and Holborn, making it ideal for quick, central sightseeing.

Overview: 

  • First stop: Woburn - Northbound
  • Timings: 8:30am - 6pm
  • Frequency: Every 30 to 45 minutes
  • No. of stops: 10
  • Full loop duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

Suggested Big Bus London itineraries

London in 1 day/24 hours
London in 2 days/48 hours
Trafalgar Square with visitors in front of the National Gallery, London.

Day 1

If you want to see London in 1 day, then pick the London Big Bus Tours' Red route and explore all the top attractions in West London and Central London.

  • Start 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 optional Thames 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.

This itinerary lets you cover the top attractions of London in 1 day, without the planning stress!

Kensington Palace with Sunken Garden, London.

Day 1

If you have two days in London, this itinerary lets you enjoy the city’s top attractions at a relaxed pace, making the most of each landmark without feeling rushed.

  • Start at Green Park Underground and hop off at South Kensington to explore museums like the Science and Natural History Museums.
  • Visit Kensington Palace to admire royal apartments and gardens, then enjoy lunch or wander Notting Hill’s colorful streets.
  • Stop at Baker Street to explore the Sherlock Holmes Museum, then continue to Madame Tussauds for lifelike wax figures.
  • Ride the London Eye for city views, then experience thrills at the London Dungeons and SeaLife Aquarium nearby.
  • Walk to Westminster Pier and take a Thames River cruise, enjoying iconic riverside sights including Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament.
Westminster Abbey and Buxton Memorial in Victoria Tower Gardens, London.

Day 2

  • Start at Trafalgar Square with the free 10am ‘Royal Walk’ tour, exploring fountains, statues, and historic architecture while hearing fascinating stories of London.
  • Visit Westminster Abbey to admire soaring Gothic arches, stained glass, and centuries of royal history in one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
  • Hop on the Red Route and stop at St Paul’s Cathedral, marveling at its iconic dome, whispering gallery, and intricate interior mosaics.
  • Explore City Hall and board H.M.S. Belfast, discovering decks, exhibits, and hands-on displays that bring London’s naval history to life.
  • Cross Tower Bridge or visit the Tower of London to wander medieval walls, see the Crown Jewels, and soak up centuries of history.

Tips for your Big Bus London tour

  • Board early in the day to grab the best upper-deck seats and avoid crowds at major stops.
  • Download the Big Bus app to track buses in real time and access route maps for efficient planning.
  • Take advantage of the guided walking tours focused on neighborhoods like Westminster or Soho, which aren’t covered deeply by the bus routes.
  • If short on time, use the “Red Route” for all core landmarks in under two hours without hopping off.
  • Bring your own headphones for clearer audio commentary, and if you prefer to use your own headphones.
  • Time your route to see Tower Bridge open (check the schedule), creating a memorable photo opportunity from the open-top deck.
  • Avoid boarding near peak landmarks (e.g., Victoria, Marble Arch) during busy hours to minimize wait times.
  • Keep your ticket handy; Big Bus staff check them frequently, especially after hopping off at popular sights.
  • Take advantage of combo deals that include entry to attractions like the London Eye or Madame Tussauds.
  • Bring a light rain jacket or umbrella to stay comfortable in unpredictable London weather.
  • Keep your ticket handy for easy boarding and access to extras like Thames river cruises, evening bus tours.

Frequently asked questions about Big Bus London

How do Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off bus tickets 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 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 and Wi-Fi.

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 the Big Bus London 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

Brigitte Berchtold

Brigitte

Aug, 2025
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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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Combo: London Eye Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Thames River Cruise
Kent Steven Therkelsen
US

Kent

United States
Oct, 2025
Nice way to experience London with a short time frame. We were surprised/disappointed to learn that only the Blue route was in service when we arrived at the stop to begin our trip. This was not disclosed at booking or by any subsequent notifications. Narration was very good. We also enjoyed the river cruise.
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Guilherme Rodrigo Pinto
US

Guilherme

United States
Aug, 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
Harshitha Prabhudev

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 Mariotti
IT

Elena

Italy
May, 2024
Tour meraviglioso,posizione e organizzazione ottima ...poi vedere Londra di sera é tutto un'altro spettacolo grazie 🥰
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