London Big Bus Tours
Big Bus London: 24/48-Hr Hop-On-Hop-Off + Cruise
- Enjoy a hassle-free experience in London with this unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass with the option of choosing between a Discover, Essential, and Explore HOHO pass.
- With 3 different routes available on all passes and over 35 stops located near distinct stops, hop on or off at your leisure.
- What's more? Get access to walking tours like a 90-minute Royal Walk or Little Legs Kid’s walking tour, and a one-way river cruise with your ticket.
- Pick up interesting facts about some of the attractions through the onboard commentary, available in 12 languages.
- Some of the popular stops on your route include the London Eye, Kensington Palace, Tower Bridge, and Madame Tussauds.
Inclusions
Discover Pass: 24-Hours
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Audio guide in 12 languages
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Essential Pass: 48-Hours
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Audio guide in 12 languages
- 3 guided walking tours of Changing of the Guard, City of London & Jack the Ripper
- 1-way river cruise
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Explore Pass: 48-Hours
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Audio guide in 12 languages
- 3 guided walking tours of Changing of the Guard, City of London & Jack the Ripper
- 1-way river cruise
- London evening tour
- Hop-on hop-off map of London
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Meals
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Attraction entrances
Red Route
- First bus: 8am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Big Ben
Blue Route
- First bus: 8am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 6pm from stop #4 (Marble Arch)
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Harrods, Notting Hill & Paddington Station Complete
Green Route
- First bus: 8:45am from stop #13 (Covent Garden)
- Last bus: 7pm from stop #37 (Woburn)
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, St. Pancras Station, British Museum & Temple Underground Station.
Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.
Royal Walk
- Departure points: Green Park Underground (stop #1) & Trafalgar Square (stop #8)
- Timings: Daily, at 10am
Little Legs Kids Tour
- Departure point: Westminster Pier (stop #18)
- Timings: Every weekend, 27-31 May (daily), and July & August at 2pm
Cruise Details
- Boarding points: Tower Pier (near stop #17), Greenwich Pier, Westminster Pier (near stop #19), or London Eye Pier (near stops #12 & 13)
- Frequency: approx. every 50 mins.
- Tip: Visit the Covent Square Market, the most popular market in London for jewelry, antiques, or a souvenir of your trip as the merchandise changes every day.
- Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, pre-recorded commentary.
- The pre-recorded commentary is available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
- The live commentary is available in English, only on the red route.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why Choose London Big Bus Tours?
Overview of the City: The Big Bus London HOHO routes are designed in a manner that ensures they give you a complete overview of the city. Even if you do not hop on and hop off, you can sit on the bus and still enjoy the sights.
See the Top Landmarks: London Big Bus tours are an excellent way to see all the major landmarks without the stress of organizing your own itinerary and saving money on transportation
Multiple Routes: The London Big Bus Tours operate along four routes. They cover all the major tourist destinations in Central London, the City of London, and West London like the London Eye, Kensington Palace, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey.
Audio Guides: You can also learn some interesting facts as you listen to commentary in 12 languages on the tour’s audio guides and enjoy free walking tours and a river cruise!
Your London Big Bus Ticket Options Explained
Discover Ticket
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off
- Open-top buses
- Air-conditioned section
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hop-on hop-off Route Map Available
- Audio Guide in 5 languages
Essential Ticket
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off
- Open-top buses
- Air-conditioned section
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hop-on hop-off Route Map Available
- Audio Guide in 5 languages
- 1-hour Thames River cruise
- 3 guided walking tours
Explore Ticket
- 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off
- Open-top buses
- Air-conditioned section
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hop-on hop-off Route Map Available
- Audio Guide in 5 languages
- 1-hour Thames River cruise
- 3 guided walking tours
- London evening tour
Audio guide languages are available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.
Flexible Cancelation Policy: Get a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 24 hours in advance.
Discounted Ticket: Children aged 5-15 enjoy reduced ticket pricing.
Red Route (Classic Red Tour)
The Red Route/Classic Red Tour travels around best of Central London. The route has 22 stops. Highlights are Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the London Eye, Big Ben, and St Paul’s Cathedral.
This route lasts for around 90 minutes. The first bus starts from Green Park Underground at 9 AM.
Blue Route (Big Blue Tour)
The Blue Route/Big Blue Tour is perfect for visitors that want to see 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.
This route lasts around 150 minutes. The first bus starts from the Green Park Underground at 8:30 AM.
Green Link 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 British Museum, Russel Square, and Holborn.
The first bus leaves from King’s Cross Station at 8:50 AM and the last bus at 5:40 PM, while the first bus leaves from Covent Garden at 8:45 AM and the last bus at 6:20 PM.
River Thames Cruise
The River Cruise takes you down the River Thames from Westminster to Greenwich. You can hop on and hop off at Westminster Pier, the London Eye Pier, Waterloo Pier, Tower Bridge Pier, and the Greenwich Pier (for those with a Premium or Deluxe ticket).
The first river cruise leaves at 8:50 AM and the last one leaves at 6:35 PM, and the entire cruise takes approximately 30 minutes.
Suggested London Big Bus Itineraries
Here are some suggested Big Bus HOHO routes you can follow in London:
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. Here is a sample itinerary you can use:
- 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 10 AM 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 10 AM. 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.
If you have 3 days to explore London fully, you can use all 3 routes of the London Big Bus. Here is a sample itinerary you can use –
Day 1 – Blue Route: Take the bus to the South Kensington Museums to explore the Museum of Natural History, Victoria & Albert Museum, and Science Museum. Take the bus to explore Kensington Palace and Gardens. Get down Baker Street for the Sherlock Holmes Museum and Madame Tussauds. Finish your day exploring the shops on Oxford Street.
Day 2 – Red Route & Green Link: Start your day at Trafalgar Square for the free ‘Royal Walk’ walking tour. Then head to Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, and Churchill Museum. Then change to Green Route at Covent Garden and get down at the British Museum. Return to Covent Garden and explore the area of West End.
Day 3 – Red Route: Start your trip at the London Eye and explore the nearby SeaLife Aquarium and London Dungeons. Get on the Red Bus route and get off at the Tower of London and explore the landmarks around it, including H.M.S Belfast. Take the free river cruise from the Tower of London and alight at Westminster Pier.
Highlights of the London Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Buckingham Palace
Visit the Queen’s residence at Buckingham Palace. Stroll through the vast palatial gardens and witness the Change of Guards ceremony, at this treasure trove of royal experiences.
London Eye
Experience a breathtaking view of London from atop the 443-feet high London Eye observation wheel located near the River Thames, for a unique perspective of London.
Westminster Abbey
One of the UK’s most important religious buildings, Westminster Abbey the burial and memorial site of writers, actors, scientists, thinkers, and other famous historical significant figures.
London Bridge
Just off the banks of River Thames, the London Bridge area is famous for its restaurants and the Tower Bridge. Often confused with the London Bridge, the Tower Bridge has stunning river views.
St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul’s Cathedral is one of Europe’s largest cathedrals Listen to the haunting acoustics in the Whispering Gallery and soaking in the breathtaking views offered by the cathedral's galleries.
River Thames
Explore the beautiful River Thames on a River Cruise. Travel under the London Bridge, see the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and admire the Festival Hall and the London Eye.
Parliament Square
Parliament Square has some of the capital’s most iconic buildings including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and statues of famous leaders and historical figures.
Madame Tussauds
Home to lifelike wax figures of over 250 celebrities, at Madame Tussauds you can see the Royal Family, Benedict Cumberbatch, James Bond, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions About London Big Bus Tours
A. Big Bus is one of the top hop-on hop-off tours in London.
A. Hop-on hop-off buses are tourist buses that allow you to board and leave whenever you like and sightsee at your own convenience.
A. You can purchase London Big Bus hop on hop off bus tour tickets online.
A. Yes, you can buy London Big Bus hop-on-hop-off tickets online here.
A. There are multiple hop-on hop-off bus tours, most of which begin from £36.90.
A. London Big Bus hop-on hop-off bus tours run at a frequency of 30 to 60 minutes.
A. There are three Big Bus tour routes in London - the red, blue, and green link.
A. Yes, you will get access to audio guides available in up to 12 languages to learn more about the city.
A. Yes, the London Big Bus hop-on hop-off tours are accessibility-friendly for wheelchair users.