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Routes: Yellow route, Blue route
Attraction timings: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
London Tootbus Tours
- Discover London’s best with the flexibility of the kid's tour a single ticket that offers the freedom to see London's iconic landmarks.
- Convenient and efficient, the 45-min tour departs every 45 mins from Fri to Sun and holidays, ensuring you don't miss out on any of the capital's attractions.
- Experience the city in style on an open-top bus, complete with engaging live commentary for your kids that brings the rich history of London to life.
- Popular spots along your way include Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, Downing Street, and more.
Inclusions
- 45-min bus tour of London
- Live commentary in English
- Free Wi-Fi
- First bus: 11 am from Charles II Street (departures may vary with season)
- Last bus: 3 pm from Charles II Street (departures may vary with season)
- Frequency: every 45 mins
Please click here for a detailed route map.
- Tip: At Downing Street, try getting a glimpse of the British Prime Minister's residence, or look out for neon-colored advertisement boards at Piccadilly Circus.
- Keep in mind food & beverages and smoking are not allowed on the buses. Pack wisely!
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Ramps are available on the buses for easy access.
- Your guide dogs are welcome aboard.
- Facilities: free Wi-Fi.
- Pets and small animals are allowed only if they are positioned at your knees.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult all the time.
- Infants aged 3 and under can travel for free.
- The tour takes place only on Fri, Sat, and Sun and every day during school holidays.
- During the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, public transport and sightseeing buses are not allowed in front of the palace. The 1pm tour will be diverted on these days.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Dive into London's evening magic on a 90-min tour. You'll be on an open-top bus, perfect for seeing all those lit-up landmarks.
- The specially designed single route gives you tons of chances to snap photos with the city lights making everything look extra special.
- The audio guide available in 10 languages tells stories about the places you see, adding a touch of learning to your experience.
- This tour really covers it all, you'll get to see all the major spots like the Tower of London, the London Eye and the Shard.
Inclusions
- 90-min evening bus tour of London
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian & Arabic
- Free earphones
Exclusions
- Live guide
Please click here for a detailed route map.
Evening tour route
- Starting time: 8:30pm (May 29 to Sep 3), 7:30pm (Sep 4 to Sep 24), 7pm (Sep 25 to Oct 29), and 5:30pm (Oct 30 to Nov 12) from Coventry Street
- Frequency: once a day
- Tip: Try to soak in the atmosphere at the bustling Southbank, it's a cultural hub you wouldn't want to miss.
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- You can use your tickets on any day before the tour date. However, just keep in mind that they cannot be redeemed if the first day of travel has already passed.
- The tour remains closed from Nov 13 to Mar 28.
- Please note that it’s not a hop-on hop-off tour.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- See the best of London with a 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off pass and getting on and off whenever you want.
- Soak in the rich history, culture, and lifestyle of the city with over 40 stops near the iconic sights across the 3 routes as buses arrive every 10 to 30 mins.
- Want more? The pass includes 3 free walking tours or you can upgrade for a 90-min evening bus tour.
- With a multilingual audio guide and kid's audio guide, listen to riveting tales as you witness the city's wonders from eco-friendly open-top buses.
- Popular stops across your HOHO route include the Harrods, London Eye, Tower of London, and more.
Inclusions
- 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Yellow, Blue & Green routes
- 90-min evening bus tour (optional)
- 3 self-guided walking tours
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian & Arabic
- Kid's audio guide in English & French (only on Yellow route & evening bus tour)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free earphones made from recyclable materials
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
- Discounted family tickets
Exclusions
- Entry to attractions
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.
Yellow route
- First bus: 8:30am from Coventry Street
- Last bus: 8pm from Coventry Street (Note: from Sep 7 to 27, Mon to Thu, the last bus is at 7pm)
- Frequency: 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: London Eye, Buckingham Palace
Royal Blue route
- First bus: 8:30am from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: from Sep 7 to 27, Mon to Thu, the first bus is at 9am)
- Last bus: 6:20pm from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: from Sep 7 to 27, Mon to Thu, the first bus is at 5pm)
- Frequency: 15-20 mins
- Popular stops: Parliament Street, Harrods
Green route
- First bus: 8:35am from Wyndham's Theatre
- Last bus: 7:30pm from Wyndham's Theatre (Note: until Sep 27, the last bus is from 5:30pm)
- Frequency: 30 mins
- Popular stops: British Museum, Bedford Place
Evening bus tour
- Starting time: 8:30pm (May 29 to Sep 3), 7:30pm (Sep 4 to Sep 24), 7pm (Sep 25 to Oct 29), and 5:30pm (Oct 30 to Nov 12) from Coventry Street
- Frequency: once a day
- Tip: London is known for its street art. Look out for hidden gems at stops like Shoreditch or Brixton.
- The buses run on biodiesel and qualify as ultra-low emission.
- You can access the self-guided walking tours on the Tootbus app, which takes you through Kensington Gardens, 2 royal palaces including Buckingham Palace, and the south bank of Thames River.
- The evening bus tour is closed from Nov 13 to Mar 28.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses, pets and small dogs must be seated at your knees.
- Children aged 4 and under can travel for free, if they aren't entitled to their own seat.
- You can use your tickets on any day before the tour date. However, just keep in mind that they cannot be redeemed if the first day of travel has already passed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Ride and stop as you please unlimited times on your London trip with the 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Hop on a bus every 15 to 40 mins and explore London with 3 routes and 40+ stops, your adventure awaits at every corner.
- The cherry on top? Immerse the allure of the Thames River with a sightseeing river cruise.
- Admire city views from the eco-friendly double-decker buses, equipped with multilingual audio guides for adults and kids.
- Popular stops include The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral and more.
Inclusions
- 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Yellow, Blue & Green routes
- Thames River cruise
- 3 self-guided walking tours
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian & Arabic
- Kid's audio guide in English & French (only on Yellow route)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free earphones made from recyclable materials
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
- Discounted family tickets
Exclusions
- Entry to attractions
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.
Yellow route
- First bus: 8:30am from Coventry Street
- Last bus: 8pm from Coventry Street (Note: from Sep 7 to 27, Mon to Thu, the last bus is at 7pm)
- Frequency: 10-15 mins
- Popular stops: London Eye, Buckingham Palace
Royal Blue route
- First bus: 8:30am from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: from Sep 7 to 27, Mon to Thu, the first bus is at 9am)
- Last bus: 6:20pm from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: from Sep 7 to 27, Mon to Thu, the first bus is at 5pm)
- Frequency: 15-20 mins
- Popular stops: Parliament Street, Harrods
Green route
- First bus: 8:35am from Wyndham's Theatre
- Last bus: 7:30pm from Wyndham's Theatre (Note: until Sep 27, the last bus is from 5:30pm)
- Frequency: 30 mins
- Popular stops: British Museum, Bedford Place
Thames River cruise
Tower Pier
- First boat: 10am from Tower Pier
- Last boat: 5:15pm from Tower Pier
- Frequency: 40 mins
- Popular stops: Westminster Pier
Westminster Pier
- First boat: 10am from Westminster Pier
- Last boat: 6pm from Westminster Pier
- Frequency: 40 mins
- Popular stops: London Eye & Tower Pier
- Tip: Explore a local market or two. Borough Market and Portobello Road Market are treasure troves of food, antiques, and local finds.
- The buses run on biodiesel and qualify as ultra-low emission.
- You can access the self-guided walking tours on the Tootbus app, which takes you through Kensington Gardens, 2 royal palaces including Buckingham Palace, and the south bank of Thames River.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses, pets and small dogs must be seated at your knees.
- Children aged 4 and under can travel for free, if they don't need a separate seat.
- You can use your tickets on any day before the tour date. However, just keep in mind that they cannot be redeemed if the first day of travel has already passed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Why choose Tootbus London tours?
Easy and efficient
Choose a hop-on-hop-off tour and enjoy the flexibility to explore London at your own pace. You can hop on and hop off at they designated stops and dive into the city's iconic attractions.
Open-top buses
See all of the city’s top attractions from open-top buses that are ideal for sightseeing. Experience unique views of Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and more.
Multi-language commentary
Learn about the city's history, culture, and landmarks with audio guides in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian, and Arabic available on the buses.
Hassle-free transportation
Tootbus tours are an excellent way to avoid the stress and expense of planning your transportation in a new city. The buses have well-planned fixed routes that make it easy to plan an itinerary.
Family-friendly experience
Tootbus tours are designed for all ages, making them perfect for families. There are even special curated kid's tours to give your little ones on a fun-filled exploration of London's iconic landmarks.
Big bus London routes, stops and maps
Yellow route
The Yellow Route takes you to all the main Central London landmarks, including Tower Bridge, Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, London Eye, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and more
Overview:
- First stop: Coventry Street
- Timings: 8:30 am - 7 pm (Note: between 25-31 May, the last bus is from 8 pm)
- Frequency: Every 15-35 minutes
- No. of stops: 18
- Full loop duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Royal blue route
The Blue Route takes you past royal sites in Central and West London, including Kensington Palace, Buckingham Palace, Lambeth Palace, and the Queen's Gallery.
Overview:
- First stop: Grosvenor Gardens
- Timings: 8:30 am - 6:20 pm
- Frequency: Every 20-30 minutes
- No. of stops: 22
- Full loop duration: 3 hours
Green route
Explore London's most charming neighborhoods with the Green Route. Stop at places like Notting Hill, Spitalfields Market,and Covent Garden as well as top museums like the British Museum and the National Gallery.
Overview:
- First stop: Wyndham's Theatre
- Timings: 8:35 am - 7 pm7:30pm (Note: from 29 Mar-14 Apr, on Mon-Thur, the last bus is at 5:30 pm)
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- No. of stops: 12
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Highlights of your Big Bus London tour
Buckingham Palace
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Suggested Tootbus London Itineraries
London in 1 day or 24 hours
London in 2 days or 48 hours
If you have just one day in London then pick the Yellow Route of the Tootbus London Tours and explore all of London's must-see attractions
- Start off at the Trafalgar Square station in the morning and hop on the bus tour. Optionally, you can also start the day off with a visit to the National Gallery nearby.
- Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to the Tower of London. You can also stop by Tower Bridge nearby.
- Explore the landmark, then take the optional River Cruise from the Tower of London Pier to Westminster Pier.
- After the cruise, explore Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.
- Break for lunch, then get back on the Big Bus and do the complete Yellow Route loop (2 hours 30 minutes), seeing top sights like Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, and more.
- 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 South Kensington Underground station 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 Buckingham Palace, which you can visit. Then, 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 – Yellow Route: Start your day at Trafalgar Square and visit the National Gallery. Afterwards, get on the bus and head to Westminster Abbey. Get on the Yellow Route and get off at St Paul’s Cathedral. Finally, take the bus again and get down at the Tower of London and spend time exploring the attraction.
Tootbus London: FAQ's
How do Tootbs hop-on hop-off buses work in London?
Hop-on hop-off tours with Tootbus will take you through an adventure to surprise you and let you discover a city following defined routes. You will be able to hop on and hop off the bus at any stop and explore the city at your own pace.
What is included in your Tootbus London Tour ticket?
Your ticket grants you access to all 3 Tootbus routes, allowing you to hop on and off at any designated stop. Additionally, you'll enjoy audioguides in multiple languages and complimentary onboard Wi-Fi. You can also choose to opt for the optional Thames River Cruises or the Night Tour.
How many Tootbus London routes are there?
There are three Tootbus tour routes in London - the yellow, blue, and green routes. All the routes are included in your ticket.
Are there audio guides on the Tootbus London 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 Tootbus tours child-friendly?
Tootbus tours are made for both children and adults. Children also have their own adapted audio-guide content, as well as a special 45-minute long Kid's Tour.
Are the Tootbus hop-on hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Yes, all buses are wheelchair accessible and equipped with ramps operated by the drivers.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are typically valid for either 24, 48, or 72 hours from the time of redemption, depending on the ticket type you have purchased.