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Route name: Red Route
Attraction timings: Open 24 hours
City Sightseeing London Bus Tours
Routes
TimelineMap
1. Marble Arch (Park Lane)
Marble Arch
3 minutes walkThe Wallace Collection
5 minutes walk2. Park Lane London Hilton Hotel
Apsley House
2 minutes walk3. Hyde Park Corner Station
Queen Elizabeth Gate
1 minute walk
Hyde Park
9 minutes walk4. Harrods
Harrods
7 minutes walk
Saatchi Gallery
8 minutes walk5. Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum
5 minutes walkApollo Victoria Theatre
6 minutes walk6. Gloucester Road
Gloucester Road
Science Museum
4 minutes walk7. Kensington Road / Royal Albert Hall
Kensington Gardens
3 minutes walk
Diana Memorial Playground
7 minutes walk8. Palace Gate
Kensington Square
4 minutes walk9. Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace
1 minute walk
Kensington Palace Orangery
7 minutes walkTimelineMap
1. Belvedere Road
South Bank Centre
1 minute walk3. Southampton Row (British Museum)
Bloomsbury Square
1 minute walk4. Woburn Place
Queen Square
4 minutes walk
The Brunswick
5 minutes walk5. Pancras Road
St. Pancras Station
King’s Place
7 minutes walk6. Midland Road
The Foundling Museum
7 minutes walk7. Euston Road
Wellcome Collection
5 minutes walk
Grant Museum of Zoology
6 minutes walk8. Euston Square
Regent’s Park
9 minutes walk10. Great Russell Street (British Museum)
Russell Square
2 minutes walk12. Lancaster Place (Somerset House)
Somerset House
9 minutes walk13. York Road (Southbank)
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
6 minutes walkTimelineMap
1. Belvedere Road
London Eye
1 minute walk
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
4 minutes walk2. Aldwych
One Aldwych Hotel
Somerset House
4 minutes walk3. Ludgate Hill (St. Paul's Cathedral entrance)
St. Paul's Cathedral
1 minute walk
Museum of London
4 minutes walk5. London Bridge
London Bridge
13 minutes walk
The Shard
17 minutes walk7. Tower Hill (Tower of London)
Tower of London
3 minutes walk
Tower Bridge
5 minutes walk8. Victoria Embankment
The Artist's Garden
1 minute walk9. Westminster Bridge (Big Ben side)
Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower)
1 minute walk
Westminster Abbey
3 minutes walk10. Horseferry Road
Lambeth Bridge
9 minutes walk11. Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
9 minutes walkThe Queen's Gallery
10 minutes walk17. Hyde Park, Queen Elizabeth Gate
Queen Elizabeth Gate
1 minute walkApsley House
3 minutes walk18. Marble Arch, Speakers' Corner
Speakers' Corner
3 minutes walk
Marble Arch
1 minute walk22. Haymarket (outside Tiger Tiger restaurant)
Her Majesty's Theatre
1 minute walk
Leicester Square
5 minutes walk23. Pall Mall East, left of National Gallery
National Portrait Gallery
2 minutes walk
Trafalgar Square
1 minute walk24. Whitehall, Banqueting House
Banqueting House
Horse Guards Parade
1 minute walk25. Westminster Bridge
Jubilee Gardens
4 minutes walkSee iconic sights with a trusted operator, get kids’ audio tales & upgrade for a Thames cruise!
- See the best of London in 24, 48, or 72 hours with unlimited hop-on hop-off bus access to all the city's essential attractions.
- Red, Blue, and Green bus routes get you super close to 50+ London sights every 15-30 minutes, so you can start exploring without long walks.
- Want to cover more ground in London? Add a one-way or two-way Thames cruise, classic Routemaster rides, or a guided night tour for after-dark sightseeing.
- Dive into fascinating tales via our audio guides, with a special family-friendly commentary to delight your younger travelers.
- Your London sightseeing hits list is covered, from historic Tower Hill to bustling Haymarket, all from your comfortable bus seat.
See iconic sights with a trusted operator, get kids’ audio tales & upgrade for a Thames cruise!
- See the best of London in 24, 48, or 72 hours with unlimited hop-on hop-off bus access to all the city's essential attractions.
- Red, Blue, and Green bus routes get you super close to 50+ London sights every 15-30 minutes, so you can start exploring without long walks.
- Want to cover more ground in London? Add a one-way or two-way Thames cruise, classic Routemaster rides, or a guided night tour for after-dark sightseeing.
- Dive into fascinating tales via our audio guides, with a special family-friendly commentary to delight your younger travelers.
- Your London sightseeing hits list is covered, from historic Tower Hill to bustling Haymarket, all from your comfortable bus seat.
Inclusions
- 1-day, 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- One-way Thames cruise (based on option selected)
- Two-way Thames cruise on the same day (based on option selected)
- Classic Routemaster bus ride from Trafalgar Square (based on option selected)
- 90-minute night bus tour with an English-speaking live guide (based on option selected)
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish & Arabic (on the bus)
- Free activity booklet and kids' audio guide in English (only on Blue route)
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Hop-on Hop-off Route - Blue Route
Discover London's most esteemed museums and monuments along the blue route.
- Popular stops: Harrods, Victoria and Albert Museum, Kensington Palace
Hop-on Hop-off Route - Green Route
Hop on board the green route and glimpse into the life of an everyday Londoner.
- Popular stops: Lancaster Place, Euston Road, Belvedere Road
Hop-on Hop-off Route - Red Route
Get a glimpse of posh London as you glide down the red route, marveling at royal residences and lush gardens.
- Popular stops: Hyde Park, Queen Elizabeth Gate, Buckingham Palace Road, Grosvenor Gardens
Thames River cruise
24-hour pass
- First cruise: 10am from Westminster Pier
- Last cruise: 6:55pm from Westminster Pier
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: Approx 35 mins
48-hour pass
- First cruise to Greenwich: 10am from Tower & Westminster Piers
- Last cruise to Greenwich from Westminster Pier: 4pm (no-return ride available)
- Last cruise to Westminster Pier from Greenwich: 5:50pm
- Frequency: Every 40 mins
- Duration: Approx 35 mins
T15 Routemaster Heritage route
From Trafalgar Sq/Charing Cross stop F
- First bus: 9:30am
- Last bus: 5pm
- Frequency: Every 30 mins
From Tower Hill/Tower of London stop TA
- First bus: 10:30am
- Last bus: 6pm
- Frequency: Every 30 mins
Night tour
See London's top sights lit up against the night sky on this guided tour with an English-speaking live guide!
Schedule
April to September
- First bus: 7:30pm from Green Park Station
- Last bus: 10:15pm from Green Park Station
- Frequency: Every 30 to 45 minutes
- Duration: 90 minutes
October to March
- First bus: 7:30pm from Green Park Station
- Last bus: 9:20pm from Green Park Station
- Frequency: Twice a night
- Duration: 90 minutes
Accessibility
- The buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.
Additional information
- Your dogs are welcome on the buses.
- Please note that the ticket validity begins upon boarding the bus.
- A 1-day ticket is valid for 1 calendar day, whereas the 24-hour ticket is valid for 24 hours. For example, if you hop on at 10am, then your ticket remains valid till 10am the following day. Whereas a 1-day ticket is valid till midnight 12am of the selected date, irrespective of the tour start time.
- Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets, like night tours, cruises, and meeting points, will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why choose the City Sightseeing London tours?
See it all without the stress
Navigating a new city can be overwhelming. With City Sightseeing London bus tours, you get a clear, pre-planned route covering top landmarks. You can relax, enjoy the view, and hop off only where you want.
Explore at your own pace
No rushing from one attraction to another. You decide how long to linger at each stop and when to rejoin the bus. Flexible London bus schedules mean you can tailor your day without worrying about schedules or missing the sights.
Insider stories and easy orientation
Audio guides in multiple languages bring the city to life with fun commentary and tips. You get context for what you’re seeing and an easy sense of direction across the city with London bus tours, avoiding confusion or wasted time.
Bonus experiences included
Hop-on Hop-off bus tours in London often include optional upgrades like the Thames River cruise. This adds a fresh perspective, unique photo ops, and memorable moments that taxis or buses alone simply cannot provide.
City Sightseeing London routes, stops and maps
Red Route
This route covers central London's top attractions like the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, St Paul's Cathedral, London Eye, and more.
Overview:
- First stop: Belvedere Road
- Timings: 8:30am to 8pm
- Frequency: Every 15 minutes
- Number of stops: 20
- Full loop duration: 2 hour 30 minutes
Green Route
This route winds through iconic sites including the British Museum, King's Cross Station, Bloomsbury, Waterloo Station, and more.
Overview:
- First stop: Waterloo Road
- Timings: 9am to 6pm
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 13
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Blue Route
This route takes you to prominent West London museums like Victoria & Albert, Natural History and Science Museum, as well as Kensington Palace and Royal Albert Hall.
Overview:
- First stop: Marble Arch (Park Lane)
- Timings: 8:15am to 5:30pm
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 15
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Highlights of your City Sightseeing London tour
Westminster Bridge (Big Ben)
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Suggested City Sightseeing London itineraries
London in 1 day/24 hours
London in 2 days/48 hours
London in 3 days/72 hours
Day 1
For a perfect one day in London, explore the city’s top landmarks with City Sightseeing’s Red route Hop-on Hop-off tour.
- Start at Buckingham Palace Road stop and visit Buckingham Palace, admiring the grand façade, royal gardens, and ceremonial guards.
- Hop off at Westminster Bridge to see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, capturing iconic views along the Thames.
- Stop at Tower Hill to explore the Tower of London, wandering medieval walls and viewing the Crown Jewels.
- Visit St Paul’s Cathedral by hopping off at Ludgate Hill, marveling at the dome, whispering gallery, and intricate interior mosaics.
- Head to London Bridge for a stroll across Tower Bridge, enjoying Gothic towers and panoramic river vistas.
- End your day at Trafalgar Square from Pall Mall East, soaking in the fountains, lion statues, and vibrant gallery atmosphere.
Day 1: Red Route
Spending two days in London? This itinerary includes all the top highlights and landmarks that you can leisurely cover even with just two days in the big city! On day 1, you can:
- Start your tour at Buckingham Palace, admiring the grand façade, royal gardens, and ceremonial Changing of the Guard.
- Hop off at Westminster Bridge to view Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament along the iconic River Thames.
- Stroll across Tower Bridge from London Bridge, taking in sweeping Thames and city skyline views.
- Conclude at Trafalgar Square, soaking in the fountains, lion statues, and vibrant atmosphere with nearby galleries to explore.
Day 2: Blue and Green Routes
On day 2, you can pack in more of London with two more bus routes:
- Start at Marble Arch on the Blue Route, wandering through Hyde Park and visiting the iconic Speakers' Corner.
- Stop at Harrods for shopping, then head to the Victoria and Albert Museum to explore art, design, and history exhibits.
- Switch to the Green Route at Waterloo Road and explore the British Museum, marveling at ancient artifacts from around the world.
- Hop off at York Road for a stroll along the Southbank, enjoying riverside views and street performances.
- Conclude the day at Lambeth North Station, exploring nearby restaurants, cafés, and local sights to unwind.
Day 1 - Classic London Landmarks
If you've got more time to explore London, here’s a friendly, practical 3-day London itinerary using City Sightseeing London bus tours.
- Start at Westminster Abbey and hop on the Red Route bus to see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
- Stop at the London Eye for panoramic views and photos.
- Hop off near the Southbank for a stroll along the river and street performances.
- Continue to the Tower of London to explore its history and Crown Jewels.
- End the day at Tower Bridge, taking in the iconic views and walking across the glass walkway.
Day 2 – Royal and Cultural Highlights
- Begin at Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guard.
- Take the Red Route to Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery for art and history.
- Hop off at Covent Garden for street performers, boutique shops, and lunch.
- Continue to the British Museum to explore world-famous collections.
- Finish at Piccadilly Circus for neon lights, shopping, and lively city energy.
Day 3 – Modern London & River Views
- Start at St Paul’s Cathedral and enjoy the architecture and quiet courtyards.
- Hop on the Green Route to the Tate Modern and Millennium Bridge.
- Take a river cruise included with your ticket for a unique perspective of London from the Thames.
- Hop off at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to explore literary history.
- End the day at Borough Market for dinner and a taste of local street food.
Frequently asked questions about City Sightseeing London
How do City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off buses work in London?
Hop on and off the open-top buses at any of the stops across the multiple routes to explore London at your own pace.
What is included in a London City Sightseeing Tour ticket?
Tickets include unlimited Hop-on Hop-off access to all the three routes, as well as optional walking tours and river cruises.
How often are the City Sightseeing London hop-on hop-off buses?
Buses run every 15-30 minutes, depending on the route you pick.
How many London City Sightseeing routes are there?
There are three main routes: Red, Blue, and Green, each covering different areas and attractions in London.
Are there audio guides on the London City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off bus tours?
Yes, the buses provide pre-recorded commentary in multiple languages, giving you insight into London's history and attractions.
Are the City Sightseeing London bus tours accessibility-friendly?
The buses have wheelchair access, and the routes include stops at major attractions that are wheelchair-friendly.
How long is my London City Sightseeing ticket valid for?
Tickets are valid for either 24 hours, 48 hours or 72 hours, depending on the pass you purchase.
