London Golden Bus Tours

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London hop-on hop-off bus passing by Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
Couple on open-top London bus with view of the London Eye in the background.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing by Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing near the London Eye.
Cruise in Thames river, London
Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace with view of the Thames River cruise in London.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing by Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
Couple on open-top London bus with view of the London Eye in the background.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing by Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing near the London Eye.
Cruise in Thames river, London
Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace with view of the Thames River cruise in London.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing by Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
Couple on open-top London bus with view of the London Eye in the background.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing by Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
London hop-on hop-off bus passing near the London Eye.
Cruise in Thames river, London
Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace with view of the Thames River cruise in London.
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Golden Tours: London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise

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Flexible duration
Audio guide
Guided tour
Routes
FREQUENCY30 minutes
FIRST DEPARTURELondon Eye at 9:30 AM
LAST DEPARTURELondon Eye at 5:00 PM
FREQUENCY60 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREVictoria at 9:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREVictoria at 3:00 PM
FREQUENCY60 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREHyde Park Corner at 9:30 AM
LAST DEPARTUREHyde Park Corner at 5:30 PM
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London Eye

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Covent Garden

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2 attractions

3

St. Paul’s Cathedral

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4

Bank

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Monument

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London Bridge

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Tooley Street, London Bridge Station

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Tooley Street

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Tower of London

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10

Victoria Embankment

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Westminster Pier

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12

London Eye

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Lambeth Palace, Opposite St Thomas Hospital

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Lambeth Palace Road, Outside Lambeth Palace

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Abingdon Street

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Parliament Square

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Whitehall

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Trafalgar Square

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Piccadilly Circus

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Green Park Station

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Hyde Park Corner

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Victoria, Buckingham Palace Road

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Victoria Station

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Buckingham Palace

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Victoria

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Queen Elizabeth Gate

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Speaker's Corner

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Marble Arch

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5

Paddington, Norfolk Place

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Paddington Station

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Madame Tussauds

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London Zoo

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Euston Station

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Kings Cross Station

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St. Pancras International Station

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Upper Woburn Place

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Russell Square

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Holborn

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Haymarket

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Pall Mall East

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Trafalgar Square

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Covent Garden

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St. Paul’s Cathedral

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Bank

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Monument

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London Bridge

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Tooley Street, London Bridge Station

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Tooley Street

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Tower of London

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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

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Waterloo Station

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Lambeth Palace Road, Opposite St Thomas Hospital

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Lambeth Palace Road, Outside Lambeth Palace

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Lambeth Palace Road, Opposite Lambeth Palace

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London Eye

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Westminster Abbey

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Buckingham Palace

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Victoria, Buckingham Palace Road

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Victoria Station

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Hyde Park Corner

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Victoria, Buckingham Palace Road

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Victoria Station

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Knightsbridge, Lanesborough Hotel

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Knightsbridge, Outside Park Mansions

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Royal Albert Hall

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Kensington Palace

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Kensington Plaza Hotel

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Gloucester Road Station

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South Kensington Station

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Victoria & Albert Museum

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Harrods

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Knightsbridge, Hyde Park Corner

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Queen Elizabeth Gate

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Speaker's Corner

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Lancaster Gate Station (Stop LC)

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Leinster Terrace (Stop LG)

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Porchester Terrace (Stop D)

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Palace Court (Stop S)

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Notting Hill Gate Station (Stop N)

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Holland Park (Stop HB)

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Royal Crescent (Stop HD)

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Opposite Hilton London Kensington

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Holland Park Avenue

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Notting Hill Gate

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Double Tree by Hilton Hotel

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Thistle Kensington Garden Hotel

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Columbia Hotel

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Paddington, Norfolk Place

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Paddington, Praed Street

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Edgware Road

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Marble Arch, Park Lane, Stop RH

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Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, Stop A

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Piccadilly, Hyde Park Corner, Hard Rock Café

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Green Park Station

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Flexible 1- to 3-day tours with 3 routes, live guide & optional Thames cruise and walks.

  • Everything you get: Get unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 1-day, 24, 48, or 72 hours across Blue, Yellow & Orange routes, exploring top landmarks like Tower Bridge & Trafalgar Square. Benefit from an English-speaking guide on the Blue Route, multilingual audio guides, & live bus tracking.
  • Why choose this: Explore London your way with expert guides, flexible routes, and scenic river cruises plus bonus walking tours.
  • Upgrades: Choose to include a Thames River cruise and two complimentary walking tours to make your visit even more memorable.

Flexible 1- to 3-day tours with 3 routes, live guide & optional Thames cruise and walks.

  • Everything you get: Get unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 1-day, 24, 48, or 72 hours across Blue, Yellow & Orange routes, exploring top landmarks like Tower Bridge & Trafalgar Square. Benefit from an English-speaking guide on the Blue Route, multilingual audio guides, & live bus tracking.
  • Why choose this: Explore London your way with expert guides, flexible routes, and scenic river cruises plus bonus walking tours.
  • Upgrades: Choose to include a Thames River cruise and two complimentary walking tours to make your visit even more memorable.

Inclusions

  • 1-day or 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Access to Blue, Yellow & Orange routes
  • English-speaking guide (on the Blue Route)
  • Thames River cruise (based on option selected)
  • 2 complimentary walking tours (based on option selected)
  • Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese & Arabic (on the bus)
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Thames River cruise

From Westminster Pier

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 6pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 30-40 mins

From Tower Pier

  • First cruise: 10am
  • Last cruise: 5:15pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 mins
  • Duration: 30-40 mins
  • This experience is wheelchair accessible, with space to store one fold-away pushchair and a wheelchair on the lower deck.
  • Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
  • Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like walking tours, cruises, and meeting points, will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
  • 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.
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monidol
Jun 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Krause
May 2025Verified booking
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Marília
May 2025Verified booking
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Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

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Teresa
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Geoff
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Excellent ticket package, bus service was frequent enough and had 3 great routes. The drivers were courteous and helpful in our journey. We also took advantage of the added benefit of a Thames river cruise from Westminster pier to the Tower Pier. Will definitely use Headout again!

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DENIZE
Apr 2025Verified booking
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natalie
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Cynthia
Mar 2025Verified booking
2/5

We waited more than 20 minutes at a meeting point. We had to change stations to catch a bus that wasn't full.

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Chantelle
Mar 2025Verified booking
2/5

From where we were situated on the orange line made it very difficult to get to the blue line because of the busses only coming every hour

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Eva-Maria
Mar 2025Verified booking
2/5

We waited three quarters of an hour at the bus stop (which was 3 minutes from the hotel) and no bus came. The buses simply changed their route. We then walked to another meeting point and had to wait there for another half an hour. It was about 1.5 hours before we could actually set off. The audio guide information was far too little, the music was annoying and was more than the information in total!

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Dewey
Feb 2025Verified booking
1/5

I liked NOTHING!!! I felt that you mis-advertised the process. I expected 20 minutes between busses. The truth was there was an hour between busses. I am glad that I realized this early in the morning and was able to us the local busses to continue my trip. I will be writing to the tourist board and detailing my problems and experiences.

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Heidi
Oct 2024Verified booking
3/5

I hate the music between the sights. I would much rather have a live guide. Not enough time to get on or off.. bad communication on where we are so we had a chance to get off. At on stop we waited for the yellow route. We even said so to a guide at the stop. We waited 30 min and asked the guide again... then he told us that the bus just left 5 min ago. We were there the whole Tim and no bus said yellow route. Then he said it is called the museum route!! Why do you have the top on the busses say red and blue route and then for the yellow it said museum??? It waisted so much of our time and the yellow route was not even worth the wait.

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Eve
Nov 2024Verified booking
5/5

Everything was perfect and Goldentours is very welcoming. Stops are very easy to find

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Arturo
Nov 2024Verified booking
3/5

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Lívio
Dec 2024Verified booking
2/5

I wait 1h30m in a stop and the bus did't came

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VALERIE
Dec 2024Verified booking
1/5

Nothing, considering that we waited 45 minutes on Friday, November 29, without a single bus from your company, even though several buses from other UP and off companies passed by. I should point out that I was at the right location, where Golden Tour was well signposted. What's more, this changed our entire stay because we had to take the metro for 2 days, incurring additional costs, and on top of that, they wouldn't refund us. Total rip-off.

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Peter
Nov 2024Verified booking
1/5

The route was not as described and then we were told that the journey was being aborted, and that we had to get off and walk and they wouldn't be resuming the tour for several hours. We had 5 young children with us stuck in a very busy part of central London. So we didn't have a great experience because the experience didn't exist.

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Kellie
Nov 2024Verified booking
1/5

Having to wait over an hour for an orange bus and times of the buses we only managed to get one bus which spending £196 for 7 of us was not worth it. Very unhappy

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Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

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Headout Guest
Aug 2024Verified booking
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Exterior view of the Afternoon Tea bus
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
View of the food served during Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Big Ben and Palace of Westminster along the River Thames, London.
View of the Westminster Abbey during Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Buckingham Palace exterior with tourists gathered in front, London, UK.
Exterior view of the Afternoon Tea bus
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
View of the food served during Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Big Ben and Palace of Westminster along the River Thames, London.
View of the Westminster Abbey during Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Buckingham Palace exterior with tourists gathered in front, London, UK.
Exterior view of the Afternoon Tea bus
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
View of the food served during Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Tourists enjoying Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Big Ben and Palace of Westminster along the River Thames, London.
View of the Westminster Abbey during Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of Central London
Buckingham Palace exterior with tourists gathered in front, London, UK.
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Golden Tours: Central London Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

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1 hr 30 min
  • This is THE classic London experience – high tea and sightseeing, all rolled into a 90-minute bus tour of Central London.
  • See London's popular sights out your window – Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the London Eye, you name it, with plenty of Insta-worthy moments along the River Thames.
  • Tuck into some tasty bites like: smoked salmon on toast and scones slathered in jam and cream. Fancy a glass of Prosecco or maybe a cuppa tea or coffee? It's all there.
  • Got dietary needs? No worries! Veggie, vegan, gluten-free, they've got you covered. Plus, pick your fave spot – upper or lower deck!
  • This is THE classic London experience – high tea and sightseeing, all rolled into a 90-minute bus tour of Central London.
  • See London's popular sights out your window – Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the London Eye, you name it, with plenty of Insta-worthy moments along the River Thames.
  • Tuck into some tasty bites like: smoked salmon on toast and scones slathered in jam and cream. Fancy a glass of Prosecco or maybe a cuppa tea or coffee? It's all there.
  • Got dietary needs? No worries! Veggie, vegan, gluten-free, they've got you covered. Plus, pick your fave spot – upper or lower deck!

Inclusions

  • 90-min afternoon tea bus tour
  • Tea menu here
  • Glass of Prosecco or soft drink
  • Souvenir mug
  • Seating on the lower/upper deck (as per option selected)
  • First bus: 11:30am from Bulleid Way.
  • Second bus: 2:30pm from Bulleid Way.
  • Last bus: 4:30pm from Bulleid Way.
  • Popular sights: Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, London Eye, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey

Please click here for the detailed route map.

  • Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years.
  • Keep in mind luggage and large bags are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
  • Guests may have to share tables.
  • You must contact the activity provider at least 72 hours prior to the travel date to confirm your choice of menu (general or vegetarian) or you will be served the general menu.
  • Keep in mind this activity does not have a tour guide although the staff onboard will highlight points of interest and famous landmarks.
  • Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • The route is subject to change due to road closures and traffic conditions.
  • Alcohol will only be served to those aged 18 and over, valid ID is required.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Leicester Square phone booth with Christmas lights and decorations in London.
London Christmas lights viewed from a Golden Tours night bus.
Central London Christmas tree with festive lights on a night bus tour.
London Christmas Lights illuminating streets during night bus tour.
Tower Bridge illuminated with Christmas lights during a night bus tour in London.
Trafalgar Square Christmas tree and festive lights on London night bus tour.
Leicester Square phone booth with Christmas lights and decorations in London.
London Christmas lights viewed from a Golden Tours night bus.
Central London Christmas tree with festive lights on a night bus tour.
London Christmas Lights illuminating streets during night bus tour.
Tower Bridge illuminated with Christmas lights during a night bus tour in London.
Trafalgar Square Christmas tree and festive lights on London night bus tour.
Leicester Square phone booth with Christmas lights and decorations in London.
London Christmas lights viewed from a Golden Tours night bus.
Central London Christmas tree with festive lights on a night bus tour.
London Christmas Lights illuminating streets during night bus tour.
Tower Bridge illuminated with Christmas lights during a night bus tour in London.
Trafalgar Square Christmas tree and festive lights on London night bus tour.
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Golden Tours: London Christmas Lights Night Bus Tour

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1 hr 30 min
Guided tour

See London’s landmarks sparkle on this guided, non-stop Christmas night bus tour.

  • Hop on a 90-minute night bus tour of London, witnessing the city turn into a wonderland of twinkling lights and festive displays that sparkle through the night.
  • Admire Oxford Street’s thousands of glittering stars and Selfridges’ windows on a merry bus tour through London’s landmarks during the holiday season.
  • Soak up a live guide’s expert London tales while you ride the bus and take in famous sights from the comfort of the lower deck or the open-air upper deck.
  • Snap pictures as the glowing London Eye watches over your journey past festive market stalls and sparkling holiday decorations at Southbank.

See London’s landmarks sparkle on this guided, non-stop Christmas night bus tour.

  • Hop on a 90-minute night bus tour of London, witnessing the city turn into a wonderland of twinkling lights and festive displays that sparkle through the night.
  • Admire Oxford Street’s thousands of glittering stars and Selfridges’ windows on a merry bus tour through London’s landmarks during the holiday season.
  • Soak up a live guide’s expert London tales while you ride the bus and take in famous sights from the comfort of the lower deck or the open-air upper deck.
  • Snap pictures as the glowing London Eye watches over your journey past festive market stalls and sparkling holiday decorations at Southbank.

Inclusions

  • 90-minute London Christmas Lights Night bus tour
  • Departure from Green Park/London Eye/Victoria (based on option selected)
  • Access to upper deck or lower deck (based on option selected)
  • Live English-speaking guide

Exclusions

  • Hop-on hop-off bus tour

London Christmas Lights night bus tour

London Eye

  • Departure: 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm. 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm & 9pm
  • Frequency: Every 30 minutes
  • Duration: 90 minutes

Please click here to see the map for London Eye boarding point.

Victoria

  • Departure: 4:15pm, 5:15pm, 6:15pm & 7:15pm
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Duration: 90 minutes

Please click here to see the map for Victoria boarding point.

Green Park

  • Departure: 6pm, 7pm, 8pm & 9pm
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Duration: 90 minutes

Please click here to see the map for Green Park boarding point.

  • Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on the bus. However, you can carry a bottle of water.
  • The bus is wheelchair accessible. However, the bus has space for only one fold-away pushchair and a wheelchair on the lower deck.
  • This is a single-loop bus tour and the bus will return to the starting point at the end of the tour.
  • Children under the age of 4 can travel free of charge but will not get a separate seat. If they require a seat, you can purchase a child ticket.
  • Traffic during Christmas can be busy, so the bus may adjust the route to keep the tour moving and maximize your experience. On lighter traffic days, the tour may take 60 to 70 minutes.
  • Seating is available on a first-come first-served, first-served basis. Note that if you opt for a lower deck ticket, you won’t have access to upper deck seats.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Soojin
Jan 2025Verified booking
5/5

Mike made us happy. His explanation was great to understand and give lots of opps to take great photo. My family happy to enjoy the Christmas light. The meeting spoat was easy to find.

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Kevin
Dec 2024Verified booking
5/5

My wife and I are from Australia and we thoroughly enjoyed our open-top bus tour of the London Christmas Lights . The very comprehensive route around London covered a wonderful selection of illuminations and famous sights. A real highlight for us was our guide who joined us on the upper deck and gave us a brilliantly informed commrntary along the route. His sense of humour and interaction with the passengers was excellent. Well recommended.

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Joby
Dec 2024Verified booking
5/5

It was a wonderful & awesome experience.

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Antonio
Dec 2024Verified booking
4/5

Tour well organize. Easy to booked

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Alisha
Dec 2024Verified booking
4/5

Really liked the informations that we got on the tour....was never boring.

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Mrs
Dec 2024Verified booking
5/5

The tour guide could not have put more into it she was first class .

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Golden Tours London

Golden Tours London offers comprehensive sightseeing experiences in the UK capital, including hop-on-hop-off bus tours covering major landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and more. They also provide day trips to popular destinations such as Stonehenge and Windsor Castle, ensuring a memorable visit to London and beyond.

Why choose the Golden Tours London?

Comprehensive sightseeing

Golden Tours London offers extensive routes covering key landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and the London Eye, ensuring you see the city's highlights.

Flexibility

With hop-on-hop-off options, you can explore at your own pace, getting on and off at any designated stops whenever you choose.

Frequent departures

Frequent departures and flexible schedules ensure minimal waiting times, allowing you to maximize your sightseeing experience without long delays.

Comfortable travel and value for money

Their modern, comfortable buses offer panoramic views, ensuring a pleasant and connected journey. Golden Tours also offers competitive pricing and special deals, providing excellent value for your money.

Expert guides and audio commentary

Knowledgeable guides provide engaging and informative insights, enriching your understanding of London's rich history and vibrant culture. Audio commentary in multiple languages is also available.

Golden Tours London routes, stops and maps

Blue Route

The Blue Route is the main tour route, covering central London's most famous sights. It starts at Trafalgar Square and makes stops at attractions like the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London.

Overview

  • First stop: London Eye
  • Timings: 9:20am to 6:30pm
  • Frequency: Every 20 minutes
  • Number of stops: 24
  • Full loop duration: 2 hours

Red Route

The Red Route focuses on the West End, providing access to shopping, dining, and entertainment hubs. It includes stops at Oxford Street, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Leicester Square.

Overview

  • First stop: Victoria
  • Timings: 9am to 7:22pm
  • Frequency: Every 20 minutes
  • Number of stops: 35
  • Full loop duration: 3 hours

Orange Route

The Orange Route explores the Southbank area, taking passengers to landmarks like the London Eye, the Tate Modern, the Globe Theatre, and the Imperial War Museum.

Overview:

  • First stop: Hyde Park Corner
  • Timings: 9:30am to 7:30pm
  • Frequency: Every 20 minutes
  • Number of stops: 35
  • Full loop duration: 2 hours 10 minutes

Suggested Golden Tours London Itineraries

London in 1 day/24 hours
London in 2 days/48 hours
London in 3 days/72 hours

If you have just one day in London, explore the Blue Route of Golden Tours to discover these top attractions:

  • Start at Victoria and hop off at Buckingham Palace, witness the iconic Changing of the Guard.
  • Head to the Tower of London, delve into the rich history and see the Crown Jewels.
  • Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, marvel at its stunning architecture and panoramic city views.
  • Stop at the London Eye for breathtaking views of the city skyline.
  • End your day at Trafalgar Square, explore the National Gallery and vibrant local culture.

Day 1: Blue Route

Explore London in 48 hours with Golden Tours, dedicating the first day to the Blue Route and the second day to the Red Route:

  • Start at Trafalgar Square, admire the iconic fountains and Nelson's Column.
  • Hop off at Westminster Abbey, tour the historic church and royal burial site.
  • Visit the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, take in the Gothic architecture.
  • Continue to Buckingham Palace, watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
  • Explore St. James's Park, enjoy the tranquil gardens and lake.
  • Hop back on the bus to the Tower of London, tour the medieval castle and see the Crown Jewels.
  • End the day at the Tower Bridge, walk across the glass floor and take in the views.

Day 2: Red Route

  • Start at Trafalgar Square, visit the National Gallery to see masterpieces by Van Gogh and Rembrandt.
  • Hop off at Oxford Street, shop at flagship stores and explore the bustling atmosphere.
  • Visit Madame Tussauds, take selfies with wax figures of celebrities and historical figures.
  • Continue to Regent's Park, enjoy the beautiful gardens and visit the London Zoo.
  • Hop back on the bus to King's Cross Station, visit Platform 9 3/4 and explore the Harry Potter shop.
  • End the day at Piccadilly Circus, take in the bright lights and lively atmosphere.

Day 1: Blue Route

Explore the best of London over 3 days with Golden Tours, focusing on the Blue Route for Day 1, the Red Route for Day 2, and the Orange Route for Day 3:

  • Start at the London Eye, take in the panoramic views of the city.
  • Hop off at the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, admire the Gothic architecture.
  • Visit Westminster Abbey, tour the historic church and royal burial site.
  • Continue to Buckingham Palace, watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
  • Explore St. James's Park, enjoy the tranquil gardens and lake.
  • Hop back on the bus to the Tower of London, tour the medieval castle and see the Crown Jewels.
  • End the day at the Tower Bridge, walk across the glass floor and take in the views.

Day 2: Red Route

  • Begin at Madame Tussauds, meet lifelike wax figures of celebrities and historical figures.
  • Hop off at London Zoo, discover diverse wildlife in Regent's Park.
  • Visit Kings Cross Station, see the famous Platform 9¾ from Harry Potter.
  • Explore the British Museum, immerse yourself in extensive collections of art and antiquities.
  • Stop at Covent Garden, enjoy street performances, shops, and eateries.

Day 3: Orange Route

  • Start at the Natural History Museum, explore the fascinating exhibits on natural history.
  • Explore Kensington Palace, delve into the royal history and beautiful gardens.
  • Visit Hyde Park, relax in one of London's largest green spaces.
  • Continue to the Royal Albert Hall, marvel at the iconic concert hall and its rich history.
  • Hop back on the bus to Notting Hill, stroll through the charming neighborhood and browse the colorful shops.
  • End the day at Harrods, explore the iconic department store and its luxurious offerings.

Golden Tours London tips

  • Pre-book: Secure your spot and avoid long queues by booking your tickets online ahead of time.
  • Plan your route: Review the routes and schedules to prioritize attractions, ensuring you make the most of your time.
  • Start early: Begin your day early to maximize your sightseeing experience, especially for popular attractions with long queues.
  • Use the app: Download the Golden Tours app for real-time updates, maps, and audio guides to enhance your tour experience.
  • Stay hydrated and comfortable: Bring water, wear comfortable shoes, and dress appropriately for the weather to enjoy your tour comfortably.
  • Explore on foot: Use the hop-on-hop-off feature to explore areas on foot, giving you a closer look at attractions.
  • Check attraction timings: Verify the opening hours of attractions you plan to visit to avoid disappointment.

Golden Tours London: FAQ's

How do Golden Tours London work?

Golden Tours London offers hop-on-hop-off bus tours with multiple routes, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace, getting on and off at any stop.

What is included in a Golden Tours London ticket?

The tickets include unlimited hop-on-hop-off access, a choice of multiple routes, free Wi-Fi, and multi-language audio guides.

How often are the Golden Tours London hop-on hop-off buses?

Buses run every 20 minutes.

How many Golden Tours London routes are there?

Golden Tours London operates three main routes: the Blue Route, Red Route, and Orange Route, covering major landmarks and attractions.

Are there audio guides on the Golden Tours London hop-on hop-off buses?

Audio guides are available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and more, to enhance your sightseeing experience.

Are the Golden Tours London hop-on hop-off buses accessibility-friendly?

The buses are equipped with space for one fold-away pushchair and a wheelchair, making them accessible for visitors with limited mobility.

How long is my ticket valid for?

Tickets are typically valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the time of first use, depending on the ticket type purchased.

From happy customers

Julie Christiansen
CA

Julie

Canada
dic, 2023
The first bus I hopped on had a tour guide, who was brilliant, funny, and very knowledgeable about the city of London. I liked that I could stop off wherever I liked, and grab another bus down the route. The bus tracker app was also helpful to have an idea of when the next bus would be arriving.
Golden Tours: London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise
Danielle Fagnan
CA

Danielle

Canada
sep, 2023
Easy to book online. Very well organized to find the sites to visit. No unnecessary time wasted. However, I found it odd that our tickets were scanned and we were not given proof of our booking afterwards. I was asked for the tickets again later, but I'd run out of battery on my phone. They let us through anyway, but it would have been more practical to also have paper tickets issued by the person in charge on the bus, as mentioned on your website.
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Golden Tours: London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise
Soojin Park
KR

Soojin

South Korea
ene, 2025
Mike made us happy. His explanation was great to understand and give lots of opps to take great photo. My family happy to enjoy the Christmas light. The meeting spoat was easy to find.
Golden Tours: London Christmas Lights Night Bus Tour
Kevin Hill
AU

Kevin

Australia
dic, 2024
My wife and I are from Australia and we thoroughly enjoyed our open-top bus tour of the London Christmas Lights . The very comprehensive route around London covered a wonderful selection of illuminations and famous sights. A real highlight for us was our guide who joined us on the upper deck and gave us a brilliantly informed commrntary along the route. His sense of humour and interaction with the passengers was excellent. Well recommended.
Golden Tours: London Christmas Lights Night Bus Tour