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Route name: Yellow Route
Attraction timings: 9am to 5:30pm
London TootBus Tours - Explore the City in Style
- 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 hop-on hop-off tours?
Eco-friendly buses
Tootbus uses modern, low-emission buses, including a fully electric bus, making their tours a more sustainable way to explore London.
Flexible itinerary
With hop-on hop-off access across 3 routes and over 40 stops, you can explore London at your own pace and visit the sights that interest you most.
Multilingual commentary
Tootbus offers live guided tours in English as well as multilingual audio commentary, ensuring an informative experience for visitors from around the world.
Affordable options
Tootbus provides a range of ticket options, from single-day passes to multi-day packages that include additional experiences like river cruises, making it a cost-effective way to see London.
Comprehensive routes
Tootbus covers all major attractions, including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye, ensuring you don't miss any must-see spots.
Tootbus London routes, stops and maps
Yellow Route
The Yellow Route is the main route, covering many of London's iconic landmarks and attractions like St Paul’s Cathedral, London Eye, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and more.
Overview
- First stop: Coventry Street
- Timings: 8:30am to 7pm (Note: The last bus is from 7pm to 8pm until September 27)
- Frequency: Every 10-15 minutes
- No. of stops: 18
- Full loop duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Royal Blue Route
The Royal Blue Route focuses on the royal and historic areas of central London including Kensington Palace, Buckingham Palace, Lambeth Palace, and the Queen's Gallery.
Overview:
- First stop: Grosvenor Gardens
- Timings: 8:30am to 6:20pm (Note: The last bus is from 5pm to 6:20pm until September 27)
- Frequency: Every 15-20 minutes
- No. of stops: 22
- Full loop duration: 3 hours
Green Route
The Green Route takes you to London’s charming neighbourhoods and museums.
Overview:
- First stop: Wyndham’s Theatre
- Timings: 8:35am to 7:30pm (Note: The last bus is from 5:30pm to 7:30pm until September 27)
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- No. of stops: 12
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Highlights of your Tootbus London hop-on hop-off tours
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Suggested Tootbus London Itineraries
London in 1 day/24 hours
London in 2 days/48 hours
London in 3 days/72 hours
Day 1: Yellow Route
Discover London’s iconic landmarks in a day with Tootbus' Yellow Route.
- Start at Covent Garden for breakfast and hop off at Trafalgar Square to explore the National Gallery.
- Continue to explore the London Eye and St Paul's Cathedral.
- Cross the River Thames to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.
- Head to Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace before ending at Marble Arch.
Day 1: Yellow Route
Explore London's best sights with a 2-day Tootbus itinerary. Day 1 covers the Yellow Route, and Day 2 explores the Royal Blue Route.
Day 1: Yellow Route
- Start at Covent Garden for breakfast and then head to Trafalgar Square to explore the National Gallery.
- Ride the London Eye for stunning views before continuing to St. Paul's Cathedral.
- Tour the Tower of London and London Bridge. Break for lunch nearby.
- Hop off at Westminster Pier to marvel at Westminster Abbey, Westminster Bridge and Big Ben.
- End the day relaxing at Grosvenor Gardens.
Day 2: Royal Blue Route
Explore London's best sights with a 2-day Tootbus itinerary. Day 1 covers the Yellow Route, and Day 2 explores the Royal Blue Route.
Day 2: Royal Blue Route
- Begin at Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guard.
- Hop off at Hyde Park to explore the Royal Parks.
- Explore the museums around Kensington.
- Continue to Kensington Palace and Notting Hill.
- End your day with a visit to Paddington Station and Oxford Street for shopping.
Day 1: Yellow Route
Explore London's top attractions with Tootbus over three days, focusing on the Yellow Route, Royal Blue Route, and Green Route.
Day 1: Yellow Route
- Begin at Covent Garden for breakfast.
- Visit Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery.
- Ride the London Eye for stunning views.
- Explore St. Paul's Cathedral.
- Tour the Tower of London and London Bridge.
- Relax in Hyde Park for a while before ending the day at Marble Arch.
Day 2: Royal Blue Route
Explore London's top attractions with Tootbus over three days, focusing on the Yellow Route, Royal Blue Route, and Green Route.
Day 2: Royal Blue Route
- Start at Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guard.
- Visit Westminster Bridge and Big Ben.
- Walk through Trafalgar Square.
- Explore museums around Kensington.
- Stroll through Grosvenor Gardens.
- Discover Notting Hill.
- Conclude with a visit to Paddington Station and Oxford Street for shopping.
Green Route
Explore London's top attractions with Tootbus over three days, focusing on the Yellow Route, Royal Blue Route, and Green Route.
Day 3: Green Route
- Begin at Covent Garden.
- Visit the British Museum.
- Explore Russell Square.
- See King's Cross and St Pancras Stations.
- Walk around St Martin's in the Fields.
- End with a show at Wyndham's Theatre.
Tootbus London: FAQ's
How do Tootbus hop-on hop-off buses work in London?
Tootbus offers hop-on hop-off access across multiple routes, allowing you to explore London at your own pace and visit attractions that interest you most.
What is included in your Tootbus London Tour ticket?
Tickets include unlimited rides on the hop-on hop-off bus network, as well as access to multilingual audio guides and, in some cases, additional experiences like river cruises.
How many Tootbus London routes are there?
There are three routes: Yellow, Royal Blue, and Green.
Are there audio guides on the Tootbus London hop-on hop-off tours?
Yes, Tootbus provides multilingual audio guides in addition to live English commentary, ensuring an informative experience for visitors from around the world.
Are the Tootbus tours child-friendly?
Yes, Tootbus tours are child-friendly, offering special commentary for kids and family-friendly tickets.
Are the Tootbus hop-on hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Tootbus strives to be accessible, with low-floor buses and wheelchair-friendly features, though accessibility may vary across different stops and attractions.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are typically valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours, depending on the option you choose.