Tootbus London Bus 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.

Fast, fun, and full of city lights, London’s night magic in just 90 minutes. 

• Ditch the daytime crowds and get ready for glittering skyscrapers and iconic landmarks painted in nocturnal magic on a 90-min bus ride. 
• This once-a-week or once-a-day tour (depending on the season) is as exclusive as British royalty, offering a front-row seat to London’s top sights bathed in a breathtaking twilight glow.
• Hop on board the open-top double-decker and let the audio guide in 10 languages be your entertaining and informative sidekick. 
• Think Big Ben, London Eye, and Trafalgar Square but better, because it's all lit – see London dressed in its absolute best.

Inclusions

• 90-min non-stop evening bus tour 
• 4 self-guided walking tours
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian & Arabic
• Free earphones onboard
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions

• Hop-on hop-off service

Evening tour

Please click here for a detailed route map.

• Bus departure: 5:30pm (Jan, Feb & Nov), 6pm (Mar), 7:30pm (Apr & Sep), 8pm (May), 9pm (Jun), 8:30pm (Jul & Aug) & 7pm (Oct) from 1-5 Coventry Street
• Frequency: Once every Sat upto end of Apr, Fri to Sun from Sun & every day during school holidays
• Duration: 90 mins

• 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.

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

Drink, unwind, and explore London’s cinematic landmarks from a rooftop bus!

• Enjoy a 90-minute evening tour aboard the Bar Bus, offering a unique rooftop experience with stunning city views.
• Immerse yourself in movie magic, with a curated soundtrack and live hidden stories from iconic film locations like Harry Potter, James Bond, Mission Impossible, and Sherlock Holmes.
• Experience a lively atmosphere with floral décor, perfect for a romantic date or a fun night out with friends.
• Cruise through London’s iconic landmarks, including Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye, while sipping on drinks.

Inclusions

• 90-minute non-stop movie & TV tour of London
• Access to Bar Bus route
• 2 alcoholic drinks (based on option selected)
• Live commentary in English
• Curated cinematic soundtrack
• Behind-the-scene stories and film facts
• Movie-inspired drinks list (available for purchase on-board)

Exclusions

• Hop-on Hop-off tour

Bar Bus Route
The route covers iconic landmarks, historic sites, and scenic views across the heart of the city.

• Popular stops: Big Ben, London Eye, Trafalgar Square
• Meeting point: Charles II Street (at the side of His Majesty's Theatre)
• Frequency: Every Friday & Saturday, 6:30pm onwards

• Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Alcohol will only be served to those aged 18 and above. A valid photo ID is required to verify your age.
• A variety of alcoholic beverages, plus a selection of cocktails tailored to the seasonal themes will be available to purchase on-board.
• This tour operates a strict “Challenge 25” policy. This means that you may be asked for your photo ID for verification, if you appear to be under 25.
• Refunds will not be provided in case of failure to provide a suitable ID.
• Acceptable forms of ID include a photo driving license, passport or proof of age card with the PASS hologram.

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

Explore the Tower of London, the Thames, and more with a hop-on hop-off bus tour at your preferred schedule.

• Everything you get at the Tower of London: Entry to the 1000-year-old Tower, the Crown Jewels, interactive exhibitions like Royal Mint and Torture at the Tower, and more. Come face-to-face with the Tower’s guardians — Beefeaters and the ravens!
• Everything you get on the Hop-on Hop-off bus tour: Unlimited access to 3 bus routes with 40+ stops across the city. Learn about London’s history and culture via multilingual commentary, and get 4 walking routes to see the city at your pace.
• Everything you get on a Thames River Cruise: Go on a scenic one-way cruise along the Thames for panoramic views of Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Big Ben, the Shard, and more from the water.
• Why choose this combo: Explore the Tower, the Thames, and the city's landmarks with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour with the freedom to see them on a schedule that suits you.

Inclusions

Tower of London

• Entry to the Tower of London (near stop #36 on Yellow route)
• Access to the Crown Jewels

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

• 24-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus tour by Tootbus
• Access to Blue, Green & Yellow routes (see routes here)
• 4 self-guided walking tour routes to see London at your pace
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian, and Arabic
• Kids' audio guide in English & French (only on the Yellow route)
• Free Wi-Fi & earphones
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Thames River Cruise

• One-way Thames River cruise
• Boarding from Westminster Pier or Tower Pier
• English-speaking guide
• Audio commentary in 14 languages

Exclusions

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

• Entry to attractions

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.

Blue route

• First bus: 8:30am from stop 15 (Grosvenor Gardens)
• Last bus: 6:20pm from stop 15 (Grosvenor Gardens) (5pm from Fri to Sun)
• Frequency: Every 20 to 30 mins
• Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Lambeth Palace, London Bridge

Yellow route

• First bus: 8:30am from stop 1 (Coventry Street)
• Last bus: 7:30pm from stop stop 1 (Coventry Street) (5pm from Fri to Sun)
• Frequency: Every 10 mins
• Popular stops: Trafalgar Square, London Eye, Tower of London

Green route

• First bus: 8:23 am from stop 38 (Wyndham's Theatre)
• Last bus: 7:03pm from stop 38 (Wyndham's Theatre)
• Frequency: Every 60 mins (No service between 11:18am -5pm)
• Popular stops: British Museum, St Martin's in the Fields, Wyndham's Theatre

Thames River cruise

From Tower Pier

• First boat: 10am
• Last boat: 5:15pm
• Frequency: Every 40 mins
• Duration: 30 mins

From Westminster Pier (stops at London Eye)

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

Evening tour

Please click here for a detailed route map.

• Departure: 5:30pm (Jan, Feb & Nov), 6pm (Mar), 7:30pm (Apr & Sep), 8pm (May), 9pm (Jun), 8:30pm (Jul & Aug) & 7pm (Oct) from 1-5 Coventry Street
• Frequency: Once every Sat upto end of Apr, Fri to Sun from Sun & every day during school holidays
• Duration: 90 mins

Tower of London

• The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice for security reasons.
• This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

• 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, keep in mind that they cannot be redeemed if the first day of travel has already passed.
• Specific details related to the cruise tours, walking tours and meeting point addresses will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
• This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
• Pets and small dogs must be seated at your knees.

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

Jingle all the way through the streets of London on a Christmas bus tour!

• Buckle up for 60-min bus tour across London's holiday glow-up, where twinkling lights and festive cheer paint the town.
• Get ready to sing along with the merry playlist – from Last Christmas to Jingle Bell Rock, we've got the tunes to sleigh your silent night.
• Double the fun. Listen to the witty tour guide or plug into the 9-language audio guide. Either way, you'll uncover city's best-kept secrets from open-top buses.
• Feast your eyes on Regent Street's spectacular angels, Oxford Street's iconic snow stars, and Trafalgar Square's massive Christmas tree.

Inclusions

• 60-min London Christmas lights bus tour
• English-speaking guide
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Brazilian, Chinese, Japanese & Russian
• Special Christmas playlist
• Earphones on board
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions

• Hop-on hop-off service

Christmas lights tour (from Nov 16 to Jan 2)

Please click here for the detailed route map.

• First bus: 4:30pm from 1-5 Coventry Street
• Last bus: 8pm 1-5 Coventry Street
• Frequency: Approx every 30 mins

• The buses are wheelchair accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome onboard.
• Small and well-behaved pets are welcome onboard but must positioned near your knees.
• The tour is closed on Dec 24, 25, and 31.

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