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(Limited Time: 15% Off) Big Bus: London Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour with Thames River Cruise
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Woburn (Northbound)
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2 attractions
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The Brunswick
5 min walk
Charles Dickens Museum
4 min walk
3
Kings Cross Station
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2 attractions
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Platform 9¾
1 min walk
The British Library
8 min walk
4
St. Pancras Station
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2 attractions
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St. Pancras Station
29 min walk
King’s Place
9 min walk
5
Euston Road
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2 attractions
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Wellcome Collection
4 min walk
Grant Museum of Zoology
4 min walk
6
Woburn (Southbound)
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2 attractions
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Queen Square
4 min walk
The Brunswick
5 min walk
7
British Museum (Southbound)
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2 attractions
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The British Museum
6 min walk
The Cartoon Museum
13 min walk
8
Temple Underground Station
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
6 min walk
9
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
10
British Museum (Northbound)
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1 attractions
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Russell Square
1 min walk
1
Victoria, Nova Complex
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2 attractions
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Apollo Victoria Theatre
4 min walk
Cardinal Place
4 min walk
2
Victoria Station
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2 attractions
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Victoria Station
5 min walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre
4 min walk
3
Queen Mother Gates
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2 attractions
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Victoria Tower Gardens
16 min walk
Palace of Westminster
16 min walk
4
Marble Arch (Westbound)
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2 attractions
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Marble Arch
2 min walk
The Wallace Collection
6 min walk
5
Green Park
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2 attractions
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Green Park
3 min walk
Wellington Arch
2 min walk
6
Hard Rock Cafe
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2 attractions
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Hard Rock Cafe
9 min walk
Madame Tussauds
16 min walk
7
Hyde Park Corner
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2 attractions
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Hyde Park
9 min walk
Apsley House
4 min walk
9
South Kensington Museums
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2 attractions
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South Kensington Museums
2 min walk
Victoria and Albert Museum
3 min walk
10
Gloucester Road
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2 attractions
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Gloucester Road
1 min walk
Science Museum
5 min walk
12
Notting Hill
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2 attractions
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Notting Hill
6 min walk
Portobello Road Market
6 min walk
13
Kensington Gardens
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2 attractions
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Kensington Gardens
2 min walk
Diana Memorial Playground
14
Thistle Hotel (Kensington Gardens)
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2 attractions
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The Orangery
3 min walk
Queensway Market
1 min walk
16
Paddington Station
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2 attractions
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Paddington Bear Statue
5 min walk
Little Venice
8 min walk
17
Praed Street
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2 attractions
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Praed Street
4 min walk
Sheldon Square
4 min walk
18
Marble Arch (Eastbound)
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2 attractions
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Selfridges
4 min walk
Oxford Street
10 min walk
19
Baker Street
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2 attractions
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Sherlock Holmes Museum
2 min walk
The Wallace Collection
6 min walk
20
Oxford Street
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2 attractions
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Oxford Street
6 min walk
Liberty London
2 min walk
21
Regent Street
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2 attractions
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Regent Street
3 min walk
Carnaby Street
4 min walk
22
Piccadilly Circus
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2 attractions
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Piccadilly Circus
1 min walk
Leicester Square
6 min walk
23
Trafalgar Square
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2 attractions
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Trafalgar Square
1 min walk
The National Gallery
7 min walk
24
Craig's Court
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2 attractions
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Craig's Court
1 min walk
The Banqueting House
4 min walk
25
Horseguards
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2 attractions
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Horse Guards Parade
4 min walk
The Household Cavalry Museum
4 min walk
26
Whitehall
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2 attractions
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Whitehall
3 min walk
Churchill War Rooms
10 min walk
27
London Eye (Eastbound)
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2 attractions
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London Eye
4 min walk
London Dungeon
4 min walk
28
Waterloo (Eastbound)
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2 attractions
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Waterloo
5 min walk
The Old Vic
5 min walk
29
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
30
St Paul’s Cathedral
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2 attractions
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St Paul’s Cathedral
1 min walk
The Museum of London
4 min walk
31
London Bridge
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2 attractions
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London Bridge
4 min walk
Borough Market
8 min walk
32
Tower of London
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
16 min walk
The Gherkin
18 min walk
33
Temple Underground Station
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
6 min walk
35
London Eye (Westbound)
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2 attractions
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Jubilee Gardens
4 min walk
County Hall
1 min walk
36
Lambeth Palace
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2 attractions
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Lambeth Palace
Imperial War Museum
3 min walk
37
College Green
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2 attractions
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College Green
St. Margaret’s Church
1 min walk
38
Tothill Street
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2 attractions
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Westminster Cathedral
4 min walk
The Supreme Court
3 min walk
39
Buckingham Palace
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2 attractions
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Buckingham Palace
7 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
1
Green Park Underground
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2 attractions
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Green Park
3 min walk
Wellington Arch
2 min walk
2
Hard Rock Cafe
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2 attractions
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Hard Rock Cafe
9 min walk
Madame Tussauds
14 min walk
3
Queen Mother Gates
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2 attractions
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Victoria Tower Gardens
10 min walk
Palace of Westminster
10 min walk
4
Marble Arch (Westbound)
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2 attractions
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Marble Arch
2 min walk
The Wallace Collection
6 min walk
5
Regent Street
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2 attractions
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Regent Street
3 min walk
Carnaby Street
4 min walk
6
Piccadilly Circus
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2 attractions
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Piccadilly Circus
1 min walk
Leicester Square
7 min walk
7
Trafalgar Square
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2 attractions
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Trafalgar Square
1 min walk
The National Gallery
7 min walk
8
Craig's Court
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2 attractions
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Craig's Court
The Banqueting House
1 min walk
9
Horseguards
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2 attractions
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Horse Guards Parade
4 min walk
The Household Cavalry Museum
4 min walk
10
Whitehall
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2 attractions
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Whitehall
3 min walk
Churchill War Rooms
10 min walk
11
London Eye (Eastbound)
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2 attractions
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London Eye
4 min walk
London Dungeon
3 min walk
12
Waterloo (Eastbound)
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2 attractions
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Waterloo
5 min walk
The Old Vic
5 min walk
13
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
14
St Paul’s Cathedral
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2 attractions
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St Paul’s Cathedral
1 min walk
The Museum of London
4 min walk
15
London Bridge
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2 attractions
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London Bridge
4 min walk
Borough Market
8 min walk
16
Tower of London
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
4 min walk
The Gherkin
5 min walk
17
Temple Underground Station
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
7 min walk
19
London Eye (Westbound)
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2 attractions
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Jubilee Gardens
68 min walk
County Hall
1 min walk
20
Lambeth Palace
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2 attractions
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Lambeth Palace
Imperial War Museum
3 min walk
21
College Green
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2 attractions
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College Green
St. Margaret’s Church
1 min walk
22
Tothill Street
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2 attractions
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Westminster Cathedral
4 min walk
The Supreme Court
3 min walk
23
Buckingham Palace
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2 attractions
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Buckingham Palace
7 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
24
Victoria Station
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2 attractions
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Victoria Station
7 min walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre
8 min walk
London’s calling and so are savings – get 15% off on all bookings till Dec 31.
- Explore London in the most fun way and hop on and off on a bus tour as much as you want for 24 or 48 hours.
- 3 different routes and 50+ stops to choose from, all near the must-see attractions in town.
- Who doesn't love free perks? Go on a guided sightseeing cruise across the Thames and opt for 3 walking tours and a 2-hour panoramic evening tour.
- Plus, you'll even have onboard commentary in 5 languages to learn interesting facts about the places you visit.
- Discover the magic of London, from the London Eye to Tower Bridge, Kensington Palace, and so much more along your HOHO route.
London’s calling and so are savings – get 15% off on all bookings till Dec 31.
- Explore London in the most fun way and hop on and off on a bus tour as much as you want for 24 or 48 hours.
- 3 different routes and 50+ stops to choose from, all near the must-see attractions in town.
- Who doesn't love free perks? Go on a guided sightseeing cruise across the Thames and opt for 3 walking tours and a 2-hour panoramic evening tour.
- Plus, you'll even have onboard commentary in 5 languages to learn interesting facts about the places you visit.
- Discover the magic of London, from the London Eye to Tower Bridge, Kensington Palace, and so much more along your HOHO route.
Inclusions
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 3 guided walking tours (based on option selected)
- Panoramic evening bus tour (based on option selected)
- Thames River cruise with live commentary in English
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish & Italian (on the bus)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary headphones
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
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.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground) (Note: last bus is at 4:30pm from Nov to Feb)
- Frequency: every 15-30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Big Ben
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex) (Note: last bus is at 4:30pm from Nov to Feb)
- Frequency: every 15-20 mins
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Trafalgar Square, Notting Hill
Green Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound) (Note: last bus is at 4:30pm from Nov to Feb)
- Frequency: every 30-60 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 7:20pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Tower of London (stop #16) on Lower Thames St, London, and ends at either Waterloo Pier or Westminster Pier
From Westminster Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 6:55pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Westminster Pier (stop #18) on the northwest side of Westminster Bridge, Victoria Embankment and ends at Tower Pier
Evening bus tour
- Departute: 7:30pm from stop #11 (London Eye)
- Frequency: once every evening
- Duration: 2 hours
- This experience is not accessible by mobility scooters.
- Require special accommodations for your wheelchairs? Rest assured as you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
- Public transport and sightseeing buses can't stop right at Buckingham Palace, but there is a stop just a 5-minute walk away.
- Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets like cruises, walking tours, and bus tours 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.
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Antoine
Oct 2024Verified booking
We've been taking the Big Bus for a long time. This is the first time we've had to wait so long to catch a bus. We looked at the waiting time on the app, but it kept changing. Also, once it arrived, it could be crowded, which sometimes prevented us from sitting down and/or listening to the audio guide.
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Rajinder
Sep 2024Verified booking
Seamless ticeketing procedure online.Wonderfyl!The itenerary has been very well planned with a running commentary it made the tour comfortable and easy to connect with the places we passed by.
ELSPETH
Sep 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy and very convenient. Loved being able to get around and get off at the places we wanted to see more of.
Sabrina
Aug 2024Verified booking
Open roof bus is great. But audio guide was interrupted and cut-off many, many times. So information was lost, what you saw driving by. Sometimes it was also not clear which house etc. the guide talked about, as we had passed it already or where not there yet. Or the description was too vague. The audio guide is the added benefit compared to driving around the city with the regular much cheaper bus lines. If the audio guide doesn't work properly, the tour is not worth its price.
Neil
Aug 2024Verified booking
Love the ability to use the hop on hop off at many locations. Just a bit muddling as to where the stops were , that is which side of the street you get the bus . Also the blue is a bit too long fir one ride.
Fiona
Aug 2024Verified booking
Got to see alot but it was the hottest day of the year and it was very hot on top. We did come prepared with hats and water. However the English haven't invented aircon yet so it was very hot when we had to sit downstairs. I can imagine it would be freezing in winter.
Sunil
Aug 2024Verified booking
being able to cover all the major attractions with flexibility on choosing which one to see and where to get off. different routes (red and blue) help as well in terms of some planning for the sights the river cruise was excellent (with the weather being great as well on the day) One issue that we encountered was that the frequency would vary for the buses and the app at times wasnt that helpful.
Gaynor
Aug 2024Verified booking
Made a list of what we wanted to see. Saw everything using hop on hop off bus..brilliant we also went on the river cruise from Tower Bridge to Westminster.
Neha
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was very convenient. The drivers were so helpful any time I had questions. Would be nice if buses were air conditioned or windows opened more.
Richard
Jul 2024Verified booking
The sights of London. However, we noticed that there were no many Red route buses in comparison to the Blue route buses. We had to wait at Hyde Park corner for over 20 minutes for a Red bus, but 4 Blue buses came & went in that time.
Ericka
Jul 2024Verified booking
The bus tour was great, it included the main sites to visit and the application with the whole route and stops is very helpful. I'll suggest to find a common stop to connect the 3 routes (green, blue and red) to enjoy a full trip. Also, the cruise for the Thames river was only one way, we thought it was a round trip and that we will return to the same place we started to continue with the hop on hop off route but had to walked some time to go back and start again the route.
Corrie
Jul 2024Verified booking
The map you have on your website is no longer accurate so we waited around for several busses to get on the ORANGE line and it no longer exists. With everyone using technology today, you should update your map on your site.
Glenna-Marie
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was good to see the attractions and have some info about them. Unfortunately the map we got with our tickets was out of date so we wasted a lot of time looking for where to catch the bus. Once we got the bus we had the up to date version and could work out where to go.
Elizabeth
Jul 2024Verified booking
Easy to order online, only issue was confirmation e mail stated photo I'd required to relinquish tickets. I had no photo ID. Contacted the help chat and was reassured this was not needed. Plenty of buses available good commentary, friendly drivers. Loved driving over Tower bridge.
Eugene
Jun 2024Verified booking
We checked in for the first time and the driver simply waived us back and did not direct us to the earphones. We had to figure out the audio system on our own. It was a hot day and the downstairs if our bus was stiffling; once we moved upstairs it was better. Tour was good once we got deleted in; explanations on the audio guide need to be updated now that there is a new monarch in place.
Linda
Jun 2024Verified booking
We had a great time on our London hop on hop off tour with Big Bus. The addition is the one way Thames River cruise was a really nice addition although some of the information for this could have been easier to find on the websites. The bus tours were good except that some of the stops near Picadilly were changed because of detours and we didn't know about this until the bus was driving off route according to the map. We ended up getting off and course correcting ourselves. The commentary on the bus is pre recorded which was informative and fine but know that it does repeat some of the facts at different points.
Chris
Jun 2024Verified booking
The bus had issues with several of the audio outlets and at leas six of the plug-in boxed did not work around the seats I had. The 1:35 hr trip took nearly 4 hr due to traffic problems (no fault of the bus/service)...😕
Kathryn
Jun 2024Verified booking
The mate on the river cruise was funny and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed it! After three days of walking, the bus was a great way to see the city and test the feet.
Gillian
Dec 2024Verified booking
The bus driver was so kind and helpful
Hans
Nov 2024Verified booking
GOOD UNDERSTANDING VIA HEADSET FOR US DANESE. THE GUIDE ON THE BOAT WAS ENTERTAINING BUT SPOKE TOO FAST
Santhi
Nov 2024Verified booking
Thames cruise good overview of the highlights of the city
Helen
Nov 2024Verified booking
Ticketing experience was great and the acctivities were terrific
Janice
Oct 2024Verified booking
The live commentary was great - informative and funny! And the views from the river can't be beat
Joanne
Oct 2024Verified booking
Looked the combined bus and boat ride. Online Ticketing was easy and convenient
Juan
Sep 2024Verified booking
Excellent tour service
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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.
Routes
FREQUENCY30 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREWyndham's Theatre
at 8:40 AM
LAST DEPARTUREWyndham's Theatre
at 7:30 PM
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Trafalgar Square
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2 attractions
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Trafalgar Square
1 min walk
The National Gallery
7 min walk
3
London Eye
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2 attractions
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London Eye
4 min walk
London Dungeon
4 min walk
4
Waterloo Station
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2 attractions
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Waterloo
5 min walk
The Old Vic
6 min walk
5
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
6
St Paul’s Cathedral
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2 attractions
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St Paul’s Cathedral
1 min walk
The Museum of London
4 min walk
7
London Bridge
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2 attractions
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London Bridge
13 min walk
Borough Market
12 min walk
9
Tower of London
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
16 min walk
The Gherkin
19 min walk
10
Temple
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
6 min walk
13
Buckingham Palace
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2 attractions
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Buckingham Palace
8 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
14
Victoria Station
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2 attractions
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Victoria Station
8 min walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre
9 min walk
15
Grosvenor Gardens
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2 attractions
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Grosvenor Gardens
1 min walk
The Guards Museum
6 min walk
16
Hyde Park | Queen Elizabeth Gate
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2 attractions
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Hyde Park
9 min walk
Apsley House
3 min walk
17
Marble Arch
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2 attractions
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Marble Arch
2 min walk
The Wallace Collection
6 min walk
18
Oxford Street
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2 attractions
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Oxford Street
8 min walk
Liberty London
7 min walk
1
Grosvenor Gardens
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2 attractions
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Grosvenor Gardens
1 min walk
The Guards Museum
6 min walk
2
Buckingham Palace
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2 attractions
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Buckingham Palace
7 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
4
Lambeth Palace
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2 attractions
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Lambeth Palace
Imperial War Museum
3 min walk
5
Westminster Bridge
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2 attractions
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Big Ben
2 min walk
Westminster Abbey
3 min walk
6
London Eye
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2 attractions
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London Eye
4 min walk
London Dungeon
4 min walk
7
Waterloo Station
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2 attractions
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Waterloo
1 min walk
The Old Vic
6 min walk
8
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
9
St Paul’s Cathedral
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2 attractions
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St Paul’s Cathedral
1 min walk
The Museum of London
4 min walk
10
London Bridge
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2 attractions
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London Bridge
13 min walk
Borough Market
12 min walk
12
Tower of London
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
16 min walk
The Gherkin
18 min walk
13
Temple
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
6 min walk
16
Horse Guards Parade
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2 attractions
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Horse Guards Parade
The Household Cavalry Museum
17
Trafalgar Square
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2 attractions
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Trafalgar Square
4 min walk
The National Gallery
4 min walk
18
Piccadilly
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2 attractions
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Piccadilly Circus
7 min walk
Leicester Square
13 min walk
19
Green Park Station
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2 attractions
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Green Park
3 min walk
Wellington Arch
2 min walk
20
Hard Rock Cafe
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2 attractions
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Hard Rock Cafe
9 min walk
Madame Tussauds
16 min walk
21
Hyde Park | Queen Elizabeth Gate
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2 attractions
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Hyde Park
9 min walk
Apsley House
9 min walk
23
Museums
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2 attractions
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Victoria and Albert Museum
3 min walk
Science Museum
5 min walk
24
Gloucester Road Station
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2 attractions
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Gloucester Road
1 min walk
Science Museum
5 min walk
26
Notting Hill Gate
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Notting Hill
6 min walk
Portobello Road Market
6 min walk
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Bayswater Road Hilton Hotel
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Bayswater Road Thistle Hotel
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The Orangery
3 min walk
Queensway Market
1 min walk
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Paddington Station
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Paddington Bear Statue
5 min walk
Little Venice
8 min walk
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Praed Street
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Praed Street
5 min walk
Sheldon Square
4 min walk
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Oxford Street
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Oxford Street
8 min walk
Liberty London
7 min walk
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Wyndham's Theatre
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Wyndham's Theatre
National Portrait Gallery
7 min walk
2
St Martin in the Fields
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St Martin in the Fields
10 min walk
3
Covent Garden
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Covent Garden
6 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
4
Russell Square
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Russell Square
1 min walk
The Foundling Museum
3 min walk
5
Euston Station
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2 attractions
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Euston Station
1 min walk
The Wellcome Collection
3 min walk
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King's Cross Station
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2 attractions
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King's Cross Station
8 min walk
The British Library
8 min walk
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St Pancras Station
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1 attractions
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St Pancras International Station
3 min walk
8
Royal National Hotel
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2 attractions
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The Cartoon Museum
9 min walk
Pollock's Toy Museum
8 min walk
See iconic sights by day on a bus, hidden gems by foot, and the city sparkle on an evening tour.
- 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 20 to 40 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.
See iconic sights by day on a bus, hidden gems by foot, and the city sparkle on an evening tour.
- 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 20 to 40 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 unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Yellow, Blue & Green routes
- 90-min evening bus tour (based on option selected)
- 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 WiFi
- Free earphones made from recyclable materials
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
- Discounted family tickets
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: 7pm from Coventry Street (Note: Fri to Sun from Oct 26 to Nov 1, the last bus is at 8pm)
- Frequency: 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: London Eye, Buckingham Palace
Blue route
- First bus: 9am from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: every Fri to Sun & from Oct 26 to Nov 1, the first bus is at 8:30am)
- Last bus: 5pm from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: every Fri to Sun & from Oct 26 to Nov 1, the last bus is at 6:20pm)
- Frequency: 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: Parliament Street, Harrods
Green route
- First bus: 8:35am from Wyndham's Theatre
- Last bus: 5:30pm from Wyndham's Theatre
- Frequency: 30-40 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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Chinitor
Oct 2024Verified booking
Good experience, too bad that you cannot track the bus location through the app and consequently cannot estimate how long you are going to have to wait for the bus. It would also be helpful if stops that are temporarily not in use were displayed in the app.
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Stefanie
Oct 2024Verified booking
Nice tour with good audio explanations, audio quality very good. We were able to see all the important sights from the comfort of the bus. The only thing that was a bit annoying was the 20 minute break not mentioned anywhere towards the end of our last trip when the children were already tired and hungry
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Vyvyan
Oct 2024Verified booking
Using the App was quite easy for older folk. The staff were helpful on the bus. Timetables and maps very easy to follow enjoyed the distance we could travel.
Samina
Oct 2024Verified booking
Excursion was good. It rained that day so the bus windows fogged up. Some of the audio connections didn't work in the bus. Also we expected the half covered top busses but didn't see any that day. Saw them next day
Salah
Oct 2024Verified booking
Easy to book, mobile ticket is an awesome feature to avoid printing hard copy of tickets. The blue tour was excellent, goes through all important sites. The only one tiny issue to fix is to make your top floor seats waterproof. Cheers, Salah
Deduni
Oct 2024Verified booking
Easy to find the locations, happy about the routes. Only thing is would have had more information about London and it s details in the audio guide. I wish less music was played in the audio guide and added some useful information and history about each location or general information about London.
Ruslans
Oct 2024Verified booking
App was good . Service good. Drivers were very good. Would be great to see app with extra explanation what can be seen at every bus stop.
Sigifrido
Oct 2024Verified booking
To begin with I would like to mention the good treatment, the breakfasts were nice and sustained. We had privacy, wifi available, and above all tranquility that allowed us to rest well.
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Charles
Sep 2024Verified booking
We booked for 48 hours and the first day was good but the 2nd we want to take the yellow line and from Big ben to Picardy circus all venues was closed so we walked on venue after the other on and finally never took the bus and lost our money !! 4 of us. When we finally see a bus and talked to them about it, nobody was awared of it (green line) they were having conversation via walky talky and it seems to be a suprise for everybody... No notice on the apps... a lost of money and time, unfortunatly time is very important when you travel, gain customer always the one who pay for it.
Jared
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great going on the route, but the music playing on the headphones wasn't great. And it would've been nice to have each building pointed out and what it was. But recommend.
Hubert
Sep 2024Verified booking
A very nice way to see London. And very friendly staff they could take an example from here in the netherlands.
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Marcus
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was great to see all the Interesting spots in London. Hop on - Hop off allows to see and visit the places in a relaxed way. With the app it is easy to find the bus stops and to know when the next bus might arrive. This is the only topic which should be improved. Information on bus arrival was not relyable and sometimes busses did not arrive at all.
MICAELA
Aug 2024Verified booking
I loved the itinerary and the flexibility of having several buses on the same day. I didn't like the website where I bought it, because I would have liked to have bought 48 hours and I ended up buying 24 hours because of a bug in the app.
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Ulla
Jul 2024Verified booking
We liked the tour but not the traffic situation in London. Not your fault though. The guides and the staff on stops were excellent and helpful. It wasn't possible to only mark the first box so that is why we ticked the second.
giuliano
Jul 2024Verified booking
The possibility of using 3 lines with 3 different routes.The yellow line certainly the most interesting, the blue line also very good because at some stops it allows you to change with the yellow.
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Lisa
Jul 2024Verified booking
Easy to use, buses not too full. Unfortunately, the audio guide sometimes didn't quite fit the route, was either behind or already one stop ahead.
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John
Jul 2024Verified booking
We were a party of four - two adults ( I am British) and two teenagers 13 & 15, all from Canada. We were very pleased with the route(s), the drivers and their assistance, generally the experience on-board was a good standard .... BUT ... the audio we all felt was very poor. Very little history of the London landmarks we passed, too much music which was irrelavant to the trip, the personal feelings &/or experiences and thoughts of the commentators was unnecessary, for example when near Buckingham Palace and heading towards Victoria the male voice said " well actually i don`t like parades" - similar words to that effect......!!!!! After half of the trip we turned off the audio because it was felt to be of no benefit at all. I would be interested to know if anyone from your sales or customer services team had taken the tour from the respect of being a tourist and wanting to know historic information about London. In fact does anyone really and honestly care which school David Cameron`s daughter went to.....? Your comments would be interested to receive, or indeed please telephone me 07946 589123. Best regards, John Calder
MIDDLETON
Jun 2024Verified booking
The buses are pleasant and fairly frequent. The staff are very friendly. My suggestion would be to add more information and anecdotes and to describe the building in question. The little notes of humor are great.
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Emily
Jun 2024Verified booking
Whhhhyyy do I need an app just for the ticket?!?!? This is stupid!! I had them added to the specific toot bus app, but then they weren't offline available. We had to search for WiFi to get the app etc. For foreign tourists who don't always have data on holiday, this is really dumb, sorry. For on the bus: stop playing music between the information. We missed half the guide content, because we kept taking off the headphones because the music was so annoying. Other than that. Nice buses, good schedule, good routes and most of all: incredibly kind staff. They really save the whole experience.
Lidia
Jun 2024Verified booking
Nice long rides, we were able to see a lot in London and most drivers super friendly, like the one on the green route. Only minus point the earphones for the audio did not always work correctly, some really did not work and on others the nr jumped back to "1" so to english.
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Simiao
Jun 2024Verified booking
Friendy ground support staff. Drivers always smiling and welcoming in any connection. The weather was not good for me, but it has nothing to do with the Toop. I had an opportunity to see and get information about the places and monumet. I will have more time to contonue to the green line, and night seen site to London including walking tour.
Mark
Jun 2024Verified booking
The routes were thorough & timely. Ticketing was easy. There was a bit of an oops with the audio on one bus. Another item I would hope you might be able to change is that while in traffic awaiting the next sight/stop, that more historical stories be told instead of playing music. The same songs were played over & over. Also, the volume between music & story telling was significantly different.
Andrei
Jun 2024Verified booking
We were in a hurry, for the first time in London, so the bus experience was PERFECT for our needs. We got to see a lot of London historical sights, even though we would have loved to go much more in depth (next time!).
Gerardus
Jun 2024Verified booking
Busses were on time. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Different routes available for all the hotspots. Had an amazing day.
Victoria
May 2024Verified booking
I thought it was value for money and staff were extremely friendly the weather spoilt it a bit but it was great fun hop off and on the bus
Routes
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1
Marble Arch (Park Lane)
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Marble Arch
3 min walk
The Wallace Collection
5 min walk
3
Royal Albert Hall
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2 attractions
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Royal Albert Hall
1 min walk
Albert Memorial
4
Kensington Road
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2 attractions
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Kensington Gardens
3 min walk
Diana Memorial Playground
7 min walk
5
Gloucester Road
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2 attractions
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Gloucester Road
Science Museum
4 min walk
6
Victoria and Albert Museum
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2 attractions
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Victoria and Albert Museum
5 min walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre
6 min walk
8
Queen Elizabeth Gate, Hyde Park
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2 attractions
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Queen Elizabeth Gate
1 min walk
Hyde Park
9 min walk
9
Marble Arch (Speakers Corner)
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2 attractions
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Selfridges
4 min walk
Oxford Street
10 min walk
2
Aldwych (One Aldwych Hotel)
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2 attractions
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Aldwych Hotel
Somerset House
4 min walk
3
Ludgate Hill (St Paul's Cathedral)
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2 attractions
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St Paul's Cathedral
1 min walk
One New Change
6 min walk
4
Queen Victoria Street (The City)
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2 attractions
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Queen Victoria Street
6 min walk
Mansion House
1 min walk
5
London Bridge
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2 attractions
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London Bridge
13 min walk
Borough Market
12 min walk
6
Tooley Street (Tower Bridge)
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2 attractions
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Tooley Street
London Bridge Station
3 min walk
7
Tower Hill (Tower of London)
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
16 min walk
The Gherkin
18 min walk
8
Victoria Embankment
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2 attractions
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Victoria Station
12 min walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre
12 min walk
11
Buckingham Gate (Buckingham Palace)
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2 attractions
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Buckingham Palace
8 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
12
Buckingham Palace Road (Victoria Station)
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1 attractions
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Victoria Palace Theatre
8 min walk
13
Buckingham Palace Road
14
Grosvenor Gardens
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2 attractions
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Grosvenor Gardens
The Guards Museum
5 min walk
15
Queen Elizabeth Gate (Hyde Park)
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1 attractions
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Queen Elizabeth Gate
1 min walk
16
Marble Arch (Speaker's Corner)
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1 attractions
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Speaker's Corner
4 min walk
17
Marble Arch (Park Lane)
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2 attractions
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The Wallace Collection
5 min walk
18
Haymarket
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2 attractions
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Haymarket
1 min walk
The Prince of Wales Theatre
2 min walk
19
Pall Mall East
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2 attractions
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Pall Mall East
3 min walk
Trafalgar Square
1 min walk
20
Westminster Bridge (South)
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2 attractions
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The London Dungeon
4 min walk
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
1 min walk
3
Southampton Row (British Museum)
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1 attractions
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Bloomsbury Square
1 min walk
4
Woburn Place
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2 attractions
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Queen Square
4 min walk
The Brunswick
5 min walk
5
Pancras Road
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2 attractions
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St. Pancras Station
30 min walk
King’s Place
7 min walk
7
Euston Road
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2 attractions
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Wellcome Collection
5 min walk
Grant Museum of Zoology
6 min walk
9
Great Russell Street (British Museum)
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1 attractions
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Russell Square
2 min walk
10
City Sightseeing Shop Southampton Row
11
Lancaster Place (Somerset House)
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1 attractions
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Somerset House
9 min walk
13
York Road (Southbank)
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1 attractions
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SEA LIFE London Aquarium
6 min walk
14
Lambeth North Station
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2 attractions
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Lambeth Palace
4 min walk
Imperial War Museum
5 min walk
Access 3 prime bus routes & a Thames River cruise.
- Explore London’s top spots, hopping on and off the bus as you please for 1 day, 24, or 48 hours.
- No need to worry about missing a bus, they come every 15 to 30 mins and cover three routes and over 39 stops across the city.
- As a bonus, the 24/48-hour passes include a scenic cruise on the River Thames from Westminster or Tower Pier. Plus, get a return transfer with your 48-hour ticket.
- Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of London with the multilingual audio guide, available in 11 languages on the iconic double-decker buses.
- Hop off at popular stops such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Piccadilly Circus, and many more.
Access 3 prime bus routes & a Thames River cruise.
- Explore London’s top spots, hopping on and off the bus as you please for 1 day, 24, or 48 hours.
- No need to worry about missing a bus, they come every 15 to 30 mins and cover three routes and over 39 stops across the city.
- As a bonus, the 24/48-hour passes include a scenic cruise on the River Thames from Westminster or Tower Pier. Plus, get a return transfer with your 48-hour ticket.
- Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of London with the multilingual audio guide, available in 11 languages on the iconic double-decker buses.
- Hop off at popular stops such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Piccadilly Circus, and many more.
Inclusions
- 1-day, 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 24/48-hour Thames River cruise (based on option selected)
- One-way cruise from Westminster/Tower Pier OR Return transfer to/from Greenwhich on the same day (based on option selected)
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish & Arabic (on the bus)
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
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.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from Belvedere Road
- Last bus: 6pm from Belvedere Road
- Frequency: every 15 mins
- Popular stops: Grosvenor Gardens, London Bridge, Westminster Bridge
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from Marble Arch (Park Lane)
- Last bus: 5pm from Marble Arch (Park Lane)
- Frequency: every 30 mins
- Popular stops: Royal Albert Hall, Harrods, Victoria and Albert Museum
Green Route
- First bus: 9:18am from Waterloo Road
- Last bus: 4:43pm from Waterloo Road
- Frequency: every 30 mins
- Popular stops: Lancaster Place, Southampton Row
Thames River cruise
- First cruise: 10am from Westminster Pier & Tower Pier
- Last cruise: 4pm (for 48-hour ticket) & 7:20pm (for 24-hour ticket) from Westminster Pier, 5:50 pm (for 48-hour ticket) from Greenwich, 6:55pm (for 24-hour ticket) from Tower Pier
- Frequency: every 40 mins
- Duration: approx. 35 mins
- The buses are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.
- Your dogs are welcome on the buses.
- 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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Anne
Oct 2024Verified booking
The views from the open-top level of the bus were amazing, and the complimentary audio was a nice touch. Booking the tickets was straightforward; however, it was a bit confusing figuring out which bus to take since there are several "hop on, hop off" companies operating on the same route. Additionally, the ending time was unclear, and after waiting 10 minutes for a bus, we were informed it would only be going to one more stop. As a result, we ended up having to walk 40 minutes back to our rental.
Mariel
Oct 2024Verified booking
Hello guys, You wrote me that i booked only the Hop onHop off Ticket buy i had the Themse included which didn't work. Never mind.But don't write me please that i booked only the Hop on hop off.I can still see the Ticket a d It Is clearly there.
JULIA
Sep 2024Verified booking
I did enjoy the bus tour. I did want to share that on your website and even on the actual bus stop - it says that your bus stop begins at Green Park Station. You do not stop there at all. Please make that correction so others do not waste time waiting like we did.
Thomas
Sep 2024Verified booking
Hello, it was very nice with the bus. Unfortunately, we didn't have a map of the bus stops at the beginning and we couldn't download one from the app, so we wandered around London. A nice supervisor from another bus company then helped us. The boat trip was great, but without a German guide. Bye
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Diane
Sep 2024Verified booking
Hop on hop off bus London was really good. Easy to book and the buses came in good time, as advertised. Commentary was also informative and interesting. No complaints from me.
Anabela
Sep 2024Verified booking
Excellent way to see the city, we can get off and off at the various stops. The Portuguese is the Brazilian version, this aspect could be improved.
Vicki
Aug 2024Verified booking
Bought tickets online and saved 10% but your pick up at green park was non existent even though it had it in the sign. So we waited 30 minutes for nothing and had to walk pretty far for pick up instead of right across from the hotel. Other than that which was quite important to us because of my husband's hip, it was good
Avinash
Aug 2024Verified booking
The route and the bus travelling mismatched which caused lot of trouble in planning our trip. The drivers were rude and unhelpful and racist. We were given a bad treatment and were literally pushed out from bus. It was so bad that we had to take a cab to go to our hotel rather than find a right bus in the evening. The river cruise trip included was also single side and not return and we were not informed which made our life difficult as we were stuck on other side assuming we will be dropped at starting point. Imagine going through this with an eight year old daughter with you throughout the day and her experience with such bad behaviour. It was a vexing and tiresome experience.
Dani
Aug 2024Verified booking
Easy to get tickets online, I wish your app had a map that eased the path for initially catching the bus. There are so many different companies and it was a bit confusing to try to find the right bus.
Thomas
Aug 2024Verified booking
We bought the tickets at short notice and got great seats in the pretty Novello Theater. We really enjoyed the show.
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Scott
Aug 2024Verified booking
Do you regularly skip stops? We wanted to get off the bus, however he never stopped to allow us the oppotunity at a stop. Poor service. I'm sure he was just trying to end his shift early.
Terrence
Jul 2024Verified booking
1. The HOHO bus stopped and waited for long periods., thus spending a lot of time sitting in one place. Then should depart a stop as soon as passengers have got off and got on. 2. I uderstand that route may be changed to avoid traffic congestion etc, however the stops shown on map did not match with actual - e.g Green Park. 3. We had stood at a stop (no 12 on map) for approx. 5mts because the sign board at stop clearly said " City sightseeing" and the bus just bypassed us!. Stopped about 100 mtrs ahead. By the time we reached the bus had left. then it took another 15-20 mts for next bus to arrive. Updates like this should be informed. 4. While the bus drivers in general were courteous, one (of black ethnicity) was rude when replying my query re changeover stop for blue from red bus. They need to be reminded that customers pay their wages.
Helen
Jun 2024Verified booking
It went past every place we wanted. It was great to do the Thames cruise. it was a highlight. The commentary was fine - imformative and entertainment.
Joanne
Jun 2024Verified booking
Easy to book online. Staff waiting for us at all points of embarkment and disembarkment of bus so extremely reassuring and answered all our queries without hesitation and with a big smile! Bus clean and bus driver fabulous. Voice over informative, easy to hear and incredibly well timed! :-) Loved the cruise and lines and thought it was exceptional value for money.
WILLIAM
May 2024Verified booking
I responded earlier but seem not to have the option for the negative feedback from the overall good experience. On the first day we waited for 45 minutes at the British Museum, but the bus never showed. We caught the bus later at the hotel. Also, pollution seems higher on the top deck and in traffic. I often had to clean black soot out of my nostrils after a bus ride, and our family all caught colds after our first two days of bus rides. We came again for another one-day and had similar pollution problems. The Edinburgh ticket worked nicely, and we stayed out of the rain as well. We did not use public transportation there.
Lorraine
Apr 2024Verified booking
Very informative commentary BUT would have been easier to follow if each stop was announced by the numbers on your map. The drivers were very nice and helpful
Urso
Feb 2024Verified booking
We loved Everything! Well organized. Point of improvement: we were not aware (or maybe missed) about the fact earphones were lying in the bus. It is nice to communicate a list of "nice to know/ practical info" immediately after the online purchase of tickets.
Sabrina
Jan 2024Verified booking
Professionalità degli autisti e addetti alla crociera . Hop on Hop off e' il modo ideale per scoprire una città . La crociera sul Tamigi ha superato le mie aspettative !
Hendrikus
Dec 2023Verified booking
Great routes to take in the veste sights in London. Friendly drivers and helpful ticket sellers. We did have to search carefully for the boarding points ourselves as they were not very well marked.
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Kris
Dec 2023Verified booking
Easy to book from New Zealand and easy to catch in London! Staff near the stop at Marble Arch were very helpful and we enjoyed the ride. There were a couple of long delays at a couple of the stops but that was fine.
Paul
Nov 2024Verified booking
Very friendly drivers, helpful and informative
MA
Oct 2024Verified booking
very good, it covers all the important places
Ian
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very educational and a great route (red).
Daniel
Aug 2024Verified booking
The possibilities of the formula encourage even more exploration of the std
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James
Jun 2024Verified booking
Great to experience the city on bus. I always use City Sightseeing to see the city
- Save 30%, see big! Soar above London on the Eye, cruise along the Thames, and explore the city with a hop-on hop-off bus tour – all with this combo.
- Prepare to be wowed as the London Eye offers a sky-high perspective of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and St. Paul's Cathedral.
- Navigate London's best sights including Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace seamlessly with the 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass.
- With open-top buses running every 10-20 mins across the three routes and 50+ stops, benefit from free Wi-Fi and multilingual pre-recorded commentary.
- Escape the hustle and bustle of London with the Thames cruise and soak up stunning views as you cruise past iconic landmarks led by an English-speaking guide.
- Save 30%, see big! Soar above London on the Eye, cruise along the Thames, and explore the city with a hop-on hop-off bus tour – all with this combo.
- Prepare to be wowed as the London Eye offers a sky-high perspective of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and St. Paul's Cathedral.
- Navigate London's best sights including Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace seamlessly with the 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass.
- With open-top buses running every 10-20 mins across the three routes and 50+ stops, benefit from free Wi-Fi and multilingual pre-recorded commentary.
- Escape the hustle and bustle of London with the Thames cruise and soak up stunning views as you cruise past iconic landmarks led by an English-speaking guide.
Inclusions
London Eye
- Standard entry to London Eye with 30-min ride (near stop 11 on Red & Blue route)
London HOHO
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour by Big Bus
- Access to Red, Blue & Green routes
- 3 guided walking tours (based on option selected)
- Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish & Italian
- Free Wi-Fi & headphones onboard
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Thames River cruise
- 40-min Thames River cruise
- English-speaking guide
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.
Red Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Last bus: 4:30pm from stop #1 (Green Park Underground)
- Frequency: every 15-30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Big Ben
Blue Route
- First bus: 8:40am from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Last bus: 4:30pm from stop #24 (Victoria, Nova Complex)
- Frequency: every 15-20 mins
- Popular stops: Kensington Palace, Trafalgar Square, Notting Hill
Green Route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Last bus: 4:30pm from stop #44 (Woburn, Northbound)
- Frequency: every 30-60 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, British Museum, Temple Underground Station
Thames River cruise
From Tower Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 7:20pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Tower of London (stop #16) on Lower Thames St, London, and ends at either Waterloo Pier or Westminster Pier
From Westminster Pier
- First cruise: 10am
- Last cruise: 6:55pm
- Frequency: every 15-40 minutes
- Duration: approx. 40 minutes
- Note: This cruise starts from Westminster Pier (stop #18) on the northwest side of Westminster Bridge, Victoria Embankment and ends at Tower Pier
London Eye
- Tip: What's stopping you from creating a London Eye bingo? Make a list of landmarks to spot and the first to complete wins bragging rights.
- Specific details related to your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
London HOHO
- The buses are not accessible by mobility scooters.
- Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured as you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
Thames River cruise
- Tip: Legend has it, there’s a hidden tunnel under the Thames that’s haunted by a ghostly drummer. Make sure to get all the scoop from your guide.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Tariq
Nov 2024Verified booking
My trip was truly exceptional, and I cherished every single moment. The organization was flawless, showcasing the expertise and warm hospitality of the teams at each location. Their professionalism made the experience even more enjoyable and memorable.
Sandra
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tour lived up to expectations. We were able to see London in three different ways. We used our tickets in an agile way and without queues. Recommended!!!!
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Böttrich
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tour with Big Bus was well organized. There were staff at all the stops who helped us, but sometimes we had to wait longer. London Eye and the Thames trip were well worth seeing. Absolutely recommendable. Small point of criticism The guide on the bus tour could have been a bit more informative. It was playful for children.
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Christine
Sep 2024Verified booking
Headout had all my Big bus tickets ready for me to save in my Walket for easy access and showing at the bus ticket stops. Great service on the London hop on hop off and very helpful guides for queries. Only problem was the long waits between buses but that's city traffic for you. Fabulous experience and definitely consider using Headout again to book future excursions.
Nicole
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was a great package, but it was difficult to always find the right organizer on site. It was also not clear that you should only use the specific things from the specific provider. Unfortunately, we lost a lot of time as a result.
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Susanne
Aug 2024Verified booking
The London Eye was a great experience for us (including 2 children). We found everything easily and we were lucky that the queue wasn't very long. On the Thames river cruise afterwards, we got on halfway because we thought it started right next to the London Eye and so missed the first half of our paid ride. Nobody pointed this out to us either. A more precise starting point would be important to mention here. And the bus ride was ok, unfortunately it was actually pointless in parts due to a lot of traffic. We stood there for about 1.5 hours without seeing anything new. But we couldn't get off either because we were too far away from the other routes.
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Phillip
Aug 2024Verified booking
The bus was busy so our family were split up and spent more time downstairs than upstairs on the bus. Was expecting the bus to go to Buckingham Palace but two of your different oloured buses took the same route.
Michele
Jul 2024Verified booking
Able to see much of the city by riding Hop on Hop Off. was never able to use the ticket for the river cruise. Not enough time and never could find the location to board the boat
Lemma
Jul 2024Verified booking
Bird's eye view through London Eye, a nice circular bus ride in central London & concluded it with calming boat ride to Greenwich.
Jose
Jul 2024Verified booking
Love to see the city by bus for the first time and the river cruise . Need to see more buses on stops and to have full return river cruise .
DIANE
Jul 2024Verified booking
This allowed us the time to see as much as we could and stop at the sites we wanted to. We had limited time available to enjoy London. We will be back again.
CHIARA
Jul 2024Verified booking
In the bus the driver made anyone get on , so we were forced to stay downstairs . Another time the driver responded rudely to a question I asked .
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Blanka
Jun 2024Verified booking
The driver didn't follow the route in some cases and moreover at the bus stop near Buckingham palace we had to change the bus 3 times - we spent there (at one bus stop) more than 30 minutes because of changing buses. It was very chaotic and the staff was unpleasant. Everything else was great. ;)
Kai
Jun 2024Verified booking
Hop On - Hop Off is brilliant. Not only for exploring but also as a means of transportation. The texts are informative and entertaining. The Thames trip is a must! London Eye too. What we didn't do were the guided walks - we did enough walking as it was
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Amber
Jun 2024Verified booking
Confusing bus stops but it was due to road closure not the bus. Was unsure which bus line we were on. If you could clearly mark inside the bus which line it would have been helpful. Overall experience was good.
Juan
Nov 2024Verified booking
A good pack to enjoy in the city of London
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Milena
Oct 2024Verified booking
Everything super organized and on time!
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Moira
Sep 2024Verified booking
I liked the cruise ship most and your staff on every point and your drivers were lovely and very helpful
Ghazal
Sep 2024Verified booking
lovely, great and helpful staff
Livinus
Sep 2024Verified booking
Able to sit on top of the bus made it possible to see and admire most of the tourist spots
Maria
Sep 2024Verified booking
Good , noce tine and e joyed the activitirs easy acces to the cruise and thrme eye
Antonius
Sep 2024Verified booking
We were able to visit all the booked parts just fine with the downloaded tickets.
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Prasanna
Sep 2024Verified booking
The hop off hop on bus was only till 6 pm and the ticket said 24 hr , it does not make sense of a 24 hr bus tour
MAURA
Aug 2024Verified booking
Amazing Professional Wonderful for a wonderful seightseeing tour
Lynn
Aug 2024Verified booking
Seeing the sights around London
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.
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.
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Yvonne
Dec 2024Verified booking
I liked the start very much. Christmas hats, good help, pleasant atmosphere. Only after the start, tour guide kept talking continuously, did not keep his mouth shut. That resulted in us not listening at one point, and thus missed the most important information about the beautiful spots. I think a tour leader could be more concise in his narration and there are silences too.
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Marie
Dec 2024Verified booking
Everyone was friendly and made the tour fun
Ankit
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was great knowing more about the surrounding architecture along with the beautiful view of Christmas Lights.
Agnes
Dec 2024Verified booking
Friendly employees. The tour guide provided good information and had a good sense of humor.
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Nov 2024Verified booking
Combo (Save 10%): Tower of London Tickets + London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
from £73.90
£66.51
10% off
See the iconic crown jewels & 50+ London sights! Ideal for time-starved travelers.
- Get the most out of your London trip with this wallet-friendly combo: get access to the iconic Tower of London plus a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Marvel at 23,578 gems of the crown jewels collection at the Tower of London, a UNESCO site housing the world’s largest collection of royal treasures.
- With fun activity trails for kids and actors reenacting historic events, the Tower of London offers an immersive experience for mini-history buffs.
- Hop on and off at 50 London highlights, from the London Eye to Kensington Palace on a 24-hour bus tour featuring 3 routes across the city’s landmarks.
- With audio guides in ten languages, get entertaining stories at each stop, while cruising through the city aboard an open-top double-decker.
See the iconic crown jewels & 50+ London sights! Ideal for time-starved travelers.
- Get the most out of your London trip with this wallet-friendly combo: get access to the iconic Tower of London plus a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
- Marvel at 23,578 gems of the crown jewels collection at the Tower of London, a UNESCO site housing the world’s largest collection of royal treasures.
- With fun activity trails for kids and actors reenacting historic events, the Tower of London offers an immersive experience for mini-history buffs.
- Hop on and off at 50 London highlights, from the London Eye to Kensington Palace on a 24-hour bus tour featuring 3 routes across the city’s landmarks.
- With audio guides in ten languages, get entertaining stories at each stop, while cruising through the city aboard an open-top double-decker.
Inclusions
Tower of London
- Entry to the Tower of London (near stop #9 on the Yellow route)
- Access to exhibitions and The Crown Jewels
- Access to the children's activity trails and live historical re-enactments
London HOHO
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour by Tootbus
- Access to Yellow, Blue & Green routes
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian, Chinese, Russian & Arabic (on the bus)
- Free earphones (on the bus)
London HOHO
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 stop #1 Coventry Street
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 Coventry Street
- Frequency: every 20 to 30 mins
- Popular stops: Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge & Tower of London
Blue route
- First bus: 8:30am from stop #15 Grosvenor Gardens
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #15 Grosvenor Gardens
- Frequency: every 20 to 30 mins
- Popular stops: Buckingham Palace, Lambeth Palace & St Paul's Cathedral
Green route
- First bus: 8:41am from stop #38 Wyndham's Theatre
- Last bus: 4:41pm from stop #38 Wyndham's Theatre
- Frequency: every 30 to 40 mins
- Popular stops: Kings Cross Station, St Pancras Station & British Museum
Tower of London
- Not all areas of this experience are accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
London HOHO
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Ramps are available on the buses for easy access.
- Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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ALYSSA
Dec 2024Verified booking
Very good visit ! we stayed there for a little over 2 hours to tour the site and explore the different rooms. There is a lot to see and it is very interesting. Opportunity to see the Crown Jewels (which is the reason for our visit) but everything else about the tour is just as amazing ! You will be able to see for example: the White Tower, the ravens, the Chapel, as well as different exhibition rooms which give you a lot of explanations... all with a view of the Tower Bridge.
Sebastian
Dec 2024Verified booking
The Eye of London is not worth it for the price and the duration of the ride. However the Tower of London is absolutely worth it, extremely friendly yeomans, an architectural masterpeace and an importante cultural cite to visit
Karin
Dec 2024Verified booking
All the staff were very friendly, there were no queues, everything was very overwhelming, the paths well described, toilets top, the narrator was funny and super loud voice everyone could understand her as she told us the stories of kings and kings with factual words and funny details.
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Nicoleta
Dec 2024Verified booking
Everything went well, easy and we managed to achieve all the visits on out list in time. Good interaction with the staff.
Teresa
Dec 2024Verified booking
Ticketing experience was great - very easy. I wish the Tower was more handicap accessible, though I know that can't really be helped.
Tali
Nov 2024Verified booking
Loved going to Tower of London. My Sons are decendents of Colonel Thomas Blood so it was very special to take them to see their great great great great grandfather's history! A must see for anyone visiting London for the first time
PATRIZIA
Nov 2024Verified booking
Elasticity, although we bought the ticket with a specific time, we were, due to traffic, late but they immediately let us in without any problems.The jewelry is wonderful and The Tower is simply fabulous.
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Juan
Nov 2024Verified booking
Had no problem with use of Tickets to Tower or London Eye both scanned just fine. Transaction was smooth and saved a little money using this company! I recommend !
S
Nov 2024Verified booking
The tour by Nev was excellent. Very humorous and informative. The Crown Jewels exhibition was really impressive and the royal residence area was very interesting. The cafe was also good.
Aysenur
Nov 2024Verified booking
I bought my ticket via this app and with 10% discount via my first booking. We entered the castle easily with prtinted version. I have lots of negative comments on internet but they are not true. Headout is really reliable.
ANGELO
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything I saw .everything well organized,clean and wonderful . The jewelry is fantastic . Pretty bars.the crows really surreal. I recommend it is I will go back
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Erica
Nov 2024Verified booking
We did the tour and the Beefeater (tour guide) made it fun and exciting! Learned a lot and it was great! Recommend it to anyone
Anke
Nov 2024Verified booking
The guided tour through the Beefeater was very entertaining. But the rest of the exhibition is also varied and well presented. I just think the entrance fee is too expensive. As a family, you get rid of half a fortune.
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Lucio
Nov 2024Verified booking
Great solution for buying tickets to turisctical attractions. You download the bar-coded bigoliet, stand in a small queue, and enter the attraction without too much stress. You avoid having to search for the ticket office and stand in lines to buy tickets
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Chiara
Nov 2024Verified booking
The Tower of London is well worth a trip to the city, and tickets guarantee a very quick entry, but the audio guide is not included.
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Xavier
Nov 2024Verified booking
We visited the Tower of London and loved it. Both the views of the Thames and the interior are beautiful. Very friendly staff. Highly recommended visit.
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Connie
Nov 2024Verified booking
The ticket experience was easy and fast. The tour was great especially all the guides, they were knowledgeable, funny and helpful.
Finn-Lukas
Oct 2024Verified booking
The price-performance ratio! Compared to other attractions in London, I got much more entertainment for my money in and around the Tower of London than anywhere else. There was so much to discover and explore. It was really great!
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Brenda
Oct 2024Verified booking
The Tower is great in itself but adding the characters for Halloween was fantastic! My niece really enjoyed that and the general atmosphere with the pumpkin and the chess set, etc was a great added feature. It was my second visit and I hope to come again!
Jan
Oct 2024Verified booking
Booking via the app is very simple and straightforward. Admission to the respective buildings was quick and uncomplicated for us. At the Tower of London, you could buy an audio guide on site (in our local language) so that you could learn something at the various stations if you didn't take a guided tour. Tower Bridge was interesting. There are a few steps to climb. The view from the top is good. The engine room was also interesting. To see everything as it was built back then - hard to believe. There weren't the same possibilities back then as there are today.
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BIZELDEAU
Oct 2024Verified booking
The visit to the Tower of London at the opening is great because it's not very crowded. The Tower Bridge is simply stunning too. The combo is ideal, as it's right next door and you can eat on the banks of the Thames while waiting for the second activity.
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Mr
Oct 2024Verified booking
This was the first time I have used electric tickets, brilliant. Went to mama meia and tower of London both brilliant fabulous many thanks to headout
Robert
Oct 2024Verified booking
What I liked most were the crown jewels, which were well explained 👍the Halloween decorations were very nice and the audio guide was worth taking 🙂
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Jana
Oct 2024Verified booking
Absolutely recommendable. Audio guide is very helpful, there are also guided tours. You can spend the whole day there, you just want to see other sights.
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Andrew
Oct 2024Verified booking
We enjoyed the experience. There was a lot to see. It was very well done and made the history very interesting. I have always been interested in the British monarch history ever since Junior High School. We took the audio tour which was well worth it. We were a little confused with the ticket purchasing. We thought we had to be at the Tower of London for a certain time but didn't realize the ticket was just to get into the facility which included the crown jewels and the tour which we thought we needed to get there for was only for outside the tower and not inside. We rushed to get there on time only to find out that the tour was not really necessary and the audio tour was to us more valuable. It would be good if the process of buying the ticket explained a little more about the tour and the option of the audio tour.
- Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of London on an enchanting Christmas night bus tour, and explore the city's holiday displays across multiple spots.
- Experience a unique festive journey while a live English-speaking guide brings to life the city's captivating Christmas stories and traditions.
- Soak in the ambiance from a decked up open-top bus, offering breathtaking panoramic views of London illuminated by thousands of lights.
- See iconic attractions glittering in festive lights, from Trafalgar Square’s Christmas tree to the holiday displays on Oxford, and Piccadilly streets.
- Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of London on an enchanting Christmas night bus tour, and explore the city's holiday displays across multiple spots.
- Experience a unique festive journey while a live English-speaking guide brings to life the city's captivating Christmas stories and traditions.
- Soak in the ambiance from a decked up open-top bus, offering breathtaking panoramic views of London illuminated by thousands of lights.
- See iconic attractions glittering in festive lights, from Trafalgar Square’s Christmas tree to the holiday displays on Oxford, and Piccadilly streets.
Inclusions
- 90-minute London Christmas Lights Night bus tour
- Live English-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Hop-on hop-off bus tour
London Christmas Lights night bus tour
- First bus: 4pm from stop #11 (London Eye, Eastbound)
- Last bus: 8pm from stop #11 (London Eye, Eastbound)
- Frequency: Daily (excluding 24, 25, 26 & 31 Dec)
- Popular stops: Oxford Street, Regent Street, Trafalgar Square
- Remember that seating on the bus is on a first-come first served basis. Seats can not be reserved in advance.
- This is single loop tour and not a hop-on hop-off tour.
- Keep in mind food & beverages are not allowed on the bus. However, you can pack a bottle of water.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
’Tis the season to tour London’s holiday glow with a jolly playlist to match
- Look who's dressed for the holidays! London's showing off its Christmas best, and this 90-min bus tour is your VIP pass to all the magic.
- Miss the sparkle? Not on this tour as buses run every 30-60 mins to catch London's Christmas lights in all their twinkling glory.
- Calling all Christmas carolers. The double-decker turns into the jolliest spot in town with festive tunes and audio commentary from Santa setting the perfect mood.
- Talk about a festive feast! From Oxford Circus to Piccadilly, Westminster Bridge to Trafalgar Square – it's a Christmas charm overload.
’Tis the season to tour London’s holiday glow with a jolly playlist to match
- Look who's dressed for the holidays! London's showing off its Christmas best, and this 90-min bus tour is your VIP pass to all the magic.
- Miss the sparkle? Not on this tour as buses run every 30-60 mins to catch London's Christmas lights in all their twinkling glory.
- Calling all Christmas carolers. The double-decker turns into the jolliest spot in town with festive tunes and audio commentary from Santa setting the perfect mood.
- Talk about a festive feast! From Oxford Circus to Piccadilly, Westminster Bridge to Trafalgar Square – it's a Christmas charm overload.
Inclusions
- 90-min non-stop Christmas tour of London
- Christmas soundtrack
- Audio commentary from Santa
Exclusions
- Hop-on hop-off bus service
Christmas Lights Tour
Nov 14 to Dec 5, Dec 8 & 12, Jan 2 & 4
- First bus: 4:30pm from stop #18 (Haymarket, outside Tiger Tiger restaurant)
- Last bus: 7:30pm from stop #18 (Haymarket, outside Tiger Tiger restaurant)
- Frequency: Every 30-60 mins
- Duration: 90 mins
Dec 6 & 7, 12 to 15, 18 to 23, 27 to 30
- First bus: 3:30pm from stop #18 (Haymarket, outside Tiger Tiger restaurant)
- Last bus: 8:10pm from stop #18 (Haymarket, outside Tiger Tiger restaurant)
- Frequency: Every 30-60 mins
- Duration: 90 mins
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- The tour remains closed on Dec 24 and 25.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Routes
FREQUENCY30 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREWyndham's Theatre
at 8:40 AM
LAST DEPARTUREWyndham's Theatre
at 7:30 PM
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Trafalgar Square
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2 attractions
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Trafalgar Square
1 min walk
The National Gallery
7 min walk
3
London Eye
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2 attractions
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London Eye
4 min walk
London Dungeon
4 min walk
4
Waterloo Station
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2 attractions
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Waterloo
5 min walk
The Old Vic
6 min walk
5
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
6
St Paul’s Cathedral
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2 attractions
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St Paul’s Cathedral
1 min walk
The Museum of London
4 min walk
7
London Bridge
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London Bridge
13 min walk
Borough Market
12 min walk
9
Tower of London
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
16 min walk
The Gherkin
19 min walk
10
Temple
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
6 min walk
13
Buckingham Palace
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Buckingham Palace
8 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
14
Victoria Station
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Victoria Station
8 min walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre
9 min walk
15
Grosvenor Gardens
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Grosvenor Gardens
1 min walk
The Guards Museum
6 min walk
16
Hyde Park | Queen Elizabeth Gate
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Hyde Park
9 min walk
Apsley House
3 min walk
17
Marble Arch
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Marble Arch
2 min walk
The Wallace Collection
6 min walk
18
Oxford Street
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Oxford Street
8 min walk
Liberty London
7 min walk
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Grosvenor Gardens
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2 attractions
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Grosvenor Gardens
1 min walk
The Guards Museum
6 min walk
2
Buckingham Palace
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Buckingham Palace
7 min walk
The Royal Mews
1 min walk
4
Lambeth Palace
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Lambeth Palace
Imperial War Museum
3 min walk
5
Westminster Bridge
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Big Ben
2 min walk
Westminster Abbey
3 min walk
6
London Eye
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2 attractions
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London Eye
4 min walk
London Dungeon
4 min walk
7
Waterloo Station
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Waterloo
1 min walk
The Old Vic
6 min walk
8
Covent Garden
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2 attractions
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Covent Garden Market
8 min walk
Royal Opera House
3 min walk
9
St Paul’s Cathedral
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2 attractions
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St Paul’s Cathedral
1 min walk
The Museum of London
4 min walk
10
London Bridge
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2 attractions
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London Bridge
13 min walk
Borough Market
12 min walk
12
Tower of London
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2 attractions
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Tower of London
16 min walk
The Gherkin
18 min walk
13
Temple
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2 attractions
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Temple Church
6 min walk
Middle Temple Hall
6 min walk
16
Horse Guards Parade
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2 attractions
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Horse Guards Parade
The Household Cavalry Museum
17
Trafalgar Square
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2 attractions
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Trafalgar Square
4 min walk
The National Gallery
4 min walk
18
Piccadilly
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Piccadilly Circus
7 min walk
Leicester Square
13 min walk
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Green Park Station
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Green Park
3 min walk
Wellington Arch
2 min walk
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Hard Rock Cafe
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Hard Rock Cafe
9 min walk
Madame Tussauds
16 min walk
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Hyde Park | Queen Elizabeth Gate
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Hyde Park
9 min walk
Apsley House
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Museums
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Victoria and Albert Museum
3 min walk
Science Museum
5 min walk
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Gloucester Road Station
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Gloucester Road
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Science Museum
5 min walk
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Notting Hill Gate
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Notting Hill
6 min walk
Portobello Road Market
6 min walk
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Bayswater Road Hilton Hotel
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Bayswater Road Thistle Hotel
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The Orangery
3 min walk
Queensway Market
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Paddington Station
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Paddington Bear Statue
5 min walk
Little Venice
8 min walk
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Praed Street
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Praed Street
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Sheldon Square
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Oxford Street
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Oxford Street
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Liberty London
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Wyndham's Theatre
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Wyndham's Theatre
National Portrait Gallery
7 min walk
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St Martin in the Fields
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St Martin in the Fields
10 min walk
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Covent Garden
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Covent Garden
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Royal Opera House
3 min walk
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Russell Square
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Russell Square
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The Foundling Museum
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Euston Station
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Euston Station
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The Wellcome Collection
3 min walk
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King's Cross Station
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King's Cross Station
8 min walk
The British Library
8 min walk
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St Pancras Station
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St Pancras International Station
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Royal National Hotel
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The Cartoon Museum
9 min walk
Pollock's Toy Museum
8 min walk
- 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.
- 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
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: 7pm from Coventry Street (Note: Fri to Sun from Oct 26 to Nov 1, the last bus is at 8pm)
- Frequency: 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: London Eye, Buckingham Palace
Blue route
- First bus: 9am from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: every Fri to Sun & from Oct 26 to Nov 1, the first bus is at 8:30am)
- Last bus: 5pm from Grosvenor Gardens (Note: every Fri to Sun & from Oct 26 to Nov 1, the last bus is at 6:20pm)
- Frequency: 20-30 mins
- Popular stops: Parliament Street, Harrods
Green route
- First bus: 8:35am from Wyndham's Theatre
- Last bus: 5:30pm from Wyndham's Theatre
- Frequency: 30-40 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
- Duration: 30-40 minutes
- Popular stops: Westminster Pier
Westminster Pier
- First boat: 10am from Westminster Pier
- Last boat: 6pm from Westminster Pier
- Frequency: 40 mins
- Duration: 30-40 minutes
- 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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Evette
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was just unfortunate with the road closures and the diversion down vauxhaul as it took a very long time without any tour info. It was a decent day out and my son was able to have a little nap so that was ok. Would be nice to have more staff interaction on the bus though. Other hop on hop off buses had a guide on the top. Perhaps I just needed to read better next time.
RAZITA
Sep 2024Verified booking
I have noticed that the buses do not operate as often as those of other companies, which has been quite inconvenient for my travel needs. Could you please provide information on whether there are any plans to increase the frequency of the services? I believe that improved schedules would greatly enhance the overall customer experience.
Sonya
Aug 2024Verified booking
The cruise captain should have his own comedy show! The historic information mixed with humor made for a fun cruise that was entertaining. The onboard food and restrooms were a plus! I would definitely recommend this for first time visitors! Also.. good photo opps!
Filipa
Jul 2024Verified booking
I really liked the experience and the fact that it included the river trip. The only thing is that I felt cheated with the tours. No one had told me that they were without a guide. You had to go on your own. Anyway I recommend doing the bus route and the Rio tour.
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Raquel
Jul 2024Verified booking
I found the audio guide very funny. But we were not informed that the red line was not available every day. At the Tower of London stop, after waiting the bus left without stopping, leaving a number of customers stranded and we had to wait for more than 20 minutes. The frequency of buses on Monday was so low that I opted for the public bus.
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Kamal
Jun 2024Verified booking
Bus ride was fine except for the drop off for Ferry as it was at one end of the bridge while entrance to the Ferry was at the other end and so we had to walk. It would have been better to have the dropoff at the Ferry end itself. Further, timing details of the ferry were not provided and so we wasted quite a bit of time waiting after arriving at the ferry terminal.
Edwin
Jun 2024Verified booking
We liked the ability to get on and off. However, changing from one color route to another was very confusing. When asking for help we did not receive definitive directions. I think it would help to indicate what routes are available at each bus stop if not all colors stop there, especially after the Thames boat ride.
A
Jun 2024Verified booking
Very good tour to get to know the city, especially if you have little time. It has the plus of the boat ride on the Thames, with a local guide, if you know English better and if not also because you enjoy the tour. I did it at sunset and it was magical.
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Katrin
Jun 2024Verified booking
Great and helpful guides who are always on hand with advice and insider tips. Super interesting tour, an absolute must for every tourist.
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Caroline
Jun 2024Verified booking
The staff were great, a easy way to get around London to see the sights. We were disappointed with Trafalgar Square, as it was fenced off and the traffic to that area was terrible. The city cruise was amazing with the live commentary was fantastic best part of the tour.
Brad
Jun 2024Verified booking
I thought the drivers were very courteous. I thought the people outside were very courteous. However, I thought the bus was pretty dirty on top and the audio guide boxes were dirty also. I did like the woman doing the narration. She was very entertaining.
Calin
Jun 2024Verified booking
We had trouble finding the right stations as they were moved because of construction issues and closed streets. We were left in a station where no bus came for 1 hour and had to take a taxi in the end. The Wi-Fi was not available on most buses.
Wilson
Jun 2024Verified booking
Everyone of the staff were so helpfull and knowlageable, helped us with our journey and sights. The experuence was excellent vslue for money.
Fabiana
May 2024Verified booking
Everything was fine. At the very first moment I didn't know where to go as the instructions say that the Point 4 is in Waterloo Station but it's hute and you don't tell the exactly Point At the station.
Wolfgang
May 2024Verified booking
The audio guide (German) was usually out of sync with where the bus was. I therefore often didn't know which sight the guide was referring to. In addition, explanations were often interrupted in the middle of the text and new explanations were played. We heard some texts several times at different points of the journey. The generated German voice on the green route is difficult to endure, so we switched to English. In the English audio guides, the guide's station numbers do not match the map provided.
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Diara
May 2024Verified booking
The tour included 3 buses with numerous stops. We went to a couple of stops to catch one bus in particular and waited over an hour at the stops. The bus was said to stop every 20-30 minutes and it did not. We wasted an entire afternoon of our trip just waiting for bus stops.
Helmy
Mar 2024Verified booking
Adrian was a very nice cheerful and sociable bus driver it was never crowded on the bus One disadvantage was that we had to wait a long time for the bus there are few buses of the company and sometimes there is just no bus and we had to wait 45
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Milena
Nov 2024Verified booking
The frequency of the various bus rides was good. The route was also good. The children liked the audio guide.
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Linda
Oct 2024Verified booking
I always go on a hop on hop off adventure and every new city that I visit if possible. The tooth bus was a lot of fun.
GODFRED
Oct 2024Verified booking
Very informative and entertaining.
Monica
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very good price, the bus service was great
Birgitte
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was easy and lovely to sit on top of the bus. The boat tour was very enjoyable too
BACH
Jul 2024Verified booking
Waiting for the bus at the stops was very long, from 30 minutes to 1 hour. There are few buses on the routes.
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BETBEDER
Jul 2024Verified booking
Frequent bus stops and frequency. The kindness of the drivers
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Juan
Jun 2024Verified booking
Well-signposted stops and Thames river cruise
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Why choose London City Tours?
Convenient travel options
London City Tours provide a hassle-free way to explore the city, allowing you to visit multiple attractions without the stress of navigation or transportation.
Informative guides
Knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories and insights about London's rich history and culture, enhancing your experience and helping you appreciate the sights even more.
Access to major attractions
The tours include stops at iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London, ensuring you don’t miss any of the must-see sites.
Flexibility in planning
With hop-on hop-off privileges, you can create your own itinerary, allowing you to spend as much time as you want at each attraction.
Additional experiences
Many tours offer extras like river cruises and walking tours, providing a diverse and engaging way to experience London beyond just the bus ride.
Big Bus Philadelphia routes, stops and maps
Red Route
The Red Route showcases London's top attractions like the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, and the London Eye. With four river crossings, enjoy breathtaking views of the city's stunning Thames scenery.
- First stop: Belvedere Road
- Timings: 8:30am to 6pm
- Frequency: 10-15 minutes
- Number of stops: 20
- Full loop duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Blue Route
This route explores West London's top museums like the Victoria & Albert, Natural History, and Science museums, and iconic spots like Kensington Palace, and Royal Albert Hall.
- First stop: Hyde Park (Queen Elizabeth Gate)
- Timings: 8:30am to 5pm
- Frequency: 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 9
- Full loop duration: 1 hour
Green Route
The Green Route takes you through London's iconic spots like the British Museum, Platform 9¾ at King's Cross, and Bloomsbury's literary haven.
- First stop: Belvedere Road
- Timings: 9:18am to 4:48pm
- Frequency: 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 15
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Highlights of your London City Tours tour
Westminster Abbey
Route name: Red Route
Attraction timings: 9:30am to 3:30pm
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Suggested London City Tours Itineraries
London in 1 day/24 hours
London in 2 days/48 hours
Explore London's top attractions at your own pace with this hop-on hop-off bus tour itinerary covering the Red, Blue, and Green routes.
- Start at Buckingham Palace to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Take the Red Route to the Tower of London and explore its rich history and crown jewels
- Switch to the Blue Route and visit the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, and Victoria & Albert Museum
- Hop off at the London Eye for panoramic city views
- Continue on the Green Route to see the British Museum, King's Cross Station, and the Royal National Theatre
- End your tour at Trafalgar Square, home to the National Gallery and Nelson's Column
Day 2: Blue and Green Routes
Explore London in 48 hours with London City Tours, dedicating one day to each route:
Day 2: Blue and Green Routes
- Begin at the Victoria & Albert Museum, then explore the Natural History Museum.
- Visit Kensington Palace and stroll through Hyde Park.
- Head to King's Cross to see Platform 9¾ and the British Library.
- Explore the British Museum and the literary charm of Bloomsbury.
- Discover street art at Banksy & Leake Street Graffiti Tunnels.
- End the day at the lively Lower Marsh Market near Waterloo Station.
London City Tours: FAQ's
How do London City Tours hop-on hop-off buses work?
The buses allow you to explore London at your own pace. You can hop on and off at various stops along the routes, visiting attractions and rejoining the tour when you're ready.
What is included in a London City Tours ticket?
Tickets include unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 24 or 48 hours, an audio guide in multiple languages, and free Wi-Fi.
How often are the London City Tours buses?
Buses on the Red Route run every 10-15 minutes, while the Blue and Green Routes operate every 30 minutes.
How many London City Tours routes are there?
There are three main routes: the Red Route, Blue Route, and Green Route.
Are there audio guides on the London City Tours hop-on hop-off bus tours?
Yes, the tours provide multilingual audio guides available in multiple languages, offering informative commentary about the city’s landmarks and attractions.
Are the London City Tours hop-on hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Yes, the buses have wheelchair access.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are valid for 24 or 48 hours, depending on the option you choose.