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London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye option

Our most popular and comprehensive Tour of London - jump straight into the history of London on this fantastic full-day coach tour. Dive straight into the rich tapestry of London's history with our expert tour guide leading the way. Witness the grandeur of St Paul's Cathedral, marvel at the Tower of London's priceless Crown Jewels collection, and the Changing of the Guard ceremony, a traditional British military spectacle.

But that's not all—this full-day adventure also includes visits to two of London's most iconic landmarks . Glide along the River Thames on a scenic cruise, taking in the city's skyline from a unique perspective. Why not top off your day with a trip 135m above the River Thames on the London Eye to enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the city? Book your experience now to discover the scale, splendour, and diversity of London in one day of exploration.

Victoria Coach Station Our team will wait to greet you by our Welcome Desk at Victoria Coach Station and direct you to the correct departure gate. Victoria Coach Station is a 10-15 minutes from London Victoria Station and Victoria Underground Station. Our Welcome Desk is in front of Gates 1 and 2: Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.

Your tour of London begins with a journey through London with your expert tour guide onboard one of our luxury coaches. As you make your way through the city, your guide will impart exciting stories and interesting facts about London's long history. Along the way, you will see all of London's most iconic landmarks, including the Albert Memorial, Westminster Abbey , the iconic Elizabeth Tower , also known as 'Big Ben', and much, much more!

At one of our first stops, Buckingham Palace, we will watch a traditional ceremony that is the epitome of British pomp and pageantry. During the ceremony, guards from the New Guard of the Household Division arrive to assume responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace. Accompanied by a regimental marching band, these soldiers are instantly recognisable in their bearskin caps and scarlet tunics. Don't let the bearskin hats fool you - these soldiers are elite soldiers from the British military!

*The Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability). When there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, we will see the Changing of the Guard at the Horse Guards Parade instead.

St Paul's Cathedral is an iconic symbol of London. One of the largest churches in the world, its dome is an incredible 366 feet high and was the tallest building in London until the 1960s. Explore the history of the Cathedral and hear how Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece took 35 years to complete.

Almost a thousand years of history await at the formidable Tower of Londo n. The Tower's long and bloody history is steeped in myth and legend. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066 , this historic fortress in the middle of London is a notorious prison and execution site. The last person to be executed here was in 1941, and throughout its long history, dozens have been shot, beheaded and even burned at the stake. Delve into the grisly history of this medieval castle and a former royal palace, and discover the stories behind some of its most famous former inmates. The Tower of London is also home to the priceless Crown Jewels Collection .

The Crown Jewels have been stored and displayed at the Tower of London since 1661 . This magnificent world-famous collection of 23,578 gemstones is part of the Royal Collection and boasts items that are still used in royal ceremonies today.

Following their use in the Coronation ceremony of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla on 6 May , the regalia can be explored in the Treasury of the Jewel House. Appreciate these remarkable objects up close, including the Imperial State Crown, which was worn by His Majesty The King for the procession from the Abbey to Buckingham Palace and features in the official Coronation portraits, as well as St Edward’s Crown, which was used at the moment of crowning.

Also on display will be Queen Mary's Crown , made by Garrard for the 1911 Coronation and modified for Her Majesty Queen Camilla ahead of the 2023 Coronation. Relive the historic service through official imagery from the 2023 ceremony, which is also featured in the exhibition.

Your experience of the Jewel House will begin with a celebration of the timelessness of monarchy, displaying the State Crown frames worn by past monarchs George I, George IV, and Queen Victoria and explaining how many of the most historic jewels – including the famous ‘Black Prince’s Ruby’ - have passed from crown to crown.

Learn more about the origins of the current Crown Jewels, starting with the destruction of the medieval Coronation Regalia in 1649 during the English Civil War. The Crown Jewels were destroyed at the Tower after the Civil War and remade for Charles II’s coronation in 1661. They signify the royal authority to lead and protect the nation.

At the end of our tour, head down to Tower Pier and hop on the next available boat for a scenic cruise down the River Thames . Enjoy a unique view of the beautiful London waterfront as you head to Westminster Pier next to the iconic Houses of Parliament.

The London Eye stands 135m high on the South Bank between Waterloo and Westminster Bridges. Standard Ticket holders should check-in at least 30 minutes before your booked time.

Westminster Pier (unless the London Eye option is chosen) - The Tour concludes at Westminster Pier, where you can conveniently access the London Underground from Westminster Station, London Bus Services, or local taxi services.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Tour Starts: 9:00 am, Victoria Coach Station (boarding 8:30 am)
• Tour Finishes: approx. 5:30 pm, Westminster Pier (unless London Eye option chosen). Guests wanting to spend longer at the Tower of London may use their cruise ticket on another day (please check the validity of your boat ticket with your guide)
• Optional Extra London Eye: The London Eye ticket is for standard entry at 6:00 pm on the same day
• St Paul's Cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays & during special events. On these days we stop for photographs outside & spend longer at the Tower of London
• Please note that there are quite a few stairs within the White Tower at the Tower of London and there is currently no disabled access
• *The Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability). When there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, we will see the Changing of the Guard at the Horse Guards Parade instead
• Please visit our Travel Health page for full details of our enhanced hygiene standards and protocols

PACKAGE OPTIONS

London In One Day Tour with River Cruise:

• St Paul's Cathedral & Tower of London entries
• River Cruise Ticket
• Superior Coach with free Wi-Fi & USB Charging on board

London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye:

• London Eye standard entrance
• River Cruise
• Expert Blue Badge Guide

Superior Coach with free Wi-Fi & USB charging on board

Personal audio headset.

• See all of London's most iconic sights in one day
• Visit two of London's most iconic landmarks
• Watch a traditional British military ceremony
• Marvel at the scale and splendour of St Paul's Cathedral
• See the priceless Crown Jewels collection
• Enjoy a scenic cruise on the River Thames
• Journey on Europe's tallest Ferris wheel (optional)

What's Included

St paul's cathedral & the tower of london entries, expert guide, what's excluded, hotel pick-up & drop-off.

• No Cancellation Fees
• No Change Fees
• No Booking Fees
• Your Money is Protected - Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the day of departure
• Our team, including our guides and drivers, have been trained in our enhanced hygiene procedures; please refer to our Travel Health page for more information

For full terms, see Our Flexible Promise to You

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Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour in London + River Cruise

Jumping on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus tour in London is definitely one of the best ways to explore such a big city like London. These sightseeing bus tours are suitable for all the family, and you can just sit back and relax and let it take you to London’s most important landmarks.

One of London´s most important sightseeing bus tour is the one offered by Big Bus Tours. You can hop-on and hop-off any of their three fascinating routes, and with more than 30 stops, you won´t miss any of London´s most important must-sees.

Hop on and hop off all the times you want and wherever you want during the day and see London in one of the most effective ways, on the topless upper deck of a double decker sightseeing bus. But don’t worry if the weather isn’t great as you’ll be able to avoid the cold or rain at the front of the upper deck which is covered, just in case!

Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour in London: Advantages

There are a few reasons why we recommend a Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus tour in London:

• Discover all of London´s must sees:  The streets, the famous squares, the monuments and the important attractions and the best thing is that you don´t have to worry about looking at a map and getting lost. Just enjoy the ride.
• You can hop on and off as many times as you want during the day on all the different routes, so you will spend less time on public transport during your trip. Let´s be honest, you get to see much more on the top deck of a bus than on the London Underground!
• The ticket includes a River Cruise on the Thames.
• The ticket also includes a free guided walking tour  in London (See more details below).
• Enjoy the live commentary or listen to the recorded commentary (multi-lingual if English is not your preferred choice!) and discover all the interesting things you didn´t know about London.
• You also get a free discount book  which includes discounts to other attractions and restaurants in London such as the Hard Rock Café.
• They have the largest fleet of open top buses in London , so they run a lot more frequently than other sightseeing tour buses.
• Sightseeing bus tour tickets are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase, so you do not have to redeem them on a particular day. This is great because you can do the tour any day that suits you.

Big Bus London Hop-on Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour Prices

There are 3 different ticket types for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing Bus Tour in London: Classic , Premium and Deluxe .

Each one of these tickets has 3 different prices: Adults, Children (5 – 15) and Family (2 adults + 2 children under 15).

These are the different tickets available and their respective prices:

Classic: 1 Day Ticket

With this ticket you will be able to hop-on and hop-off Big Bus sightseeing bus tour as many times as you like during one day. It also includes a one way Thames River Cruise ticket (London Eye – Tower of London) and the Guided Walking Tour .

Classic Ticket Prices: Adults: £35 Children (5 – 15): £26 Family ticket (2 adults + 2 Children): £106.60

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tours Classic Ticket

Premium: 2 Day Ticket

The Premium ticket is valid for two consecutive days . You can hop on and hop off as many times as you like on any of the big bus routes for two days. This ticket also includes a round trip ticket on a Thames River Cruise and a free Guided Walking Tour , as well as the Night Tour during the summer months.

Premium Ticket Prices: Adult ticket: £40.40 Child ticket (5 – 15): £31.40 Family ticket (2 adults + 2 Children): £124.60

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tours Premium Ticket

Deluxe: 3 Day Ticket

The Deluxe ticket is valid for three consecutive days . You can hop on and hop off as many times as you like on any of the bug bus routes for three days. This ticket also includes a round trip ticket on a Thames River Cruise and the free Guided Walking Tour , as well as the Night Tour during the summer months.

Deluxe Ticket Prices: Adult ticket: £44.90 Child ticket (5 – 15): £35.90 Family ticket (2 adults + 2 Children): £139.60

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tours Deluxe Ticket

Night Tour and Hotel Return Service

During the summer months there is also the possibility of hopping on a sightseeing bus tour to see London at night. This night tour runs until the end of September. This night tour is also included when you buy deluxe (2 day) and premium (3 day) tickets, but you can also buy tickets for the night tour only.

There are three night tours per evening that depart from the London Eye, Victoria Station and Marble Arch. The pick-up times are:

• London Eye (stop 7) at 19:30, 20:00 & 20:30
• Victoria (stop 29) at 19:45, 20:15 & 20:45
• Marble Arch (stop 4) at 20:00, 20:30 & 21:00.  From Marble Arch, which is the last stop of the tour, there is a free hotel return service that goes to Paddington, Bayswater, Notting Hill & Kensington at the end of the tour.

Night Tour only Prices: Adult ticket: £24.90 Child ticket (5 – 15): £15.00 Family ticket (2 adults + 2 Children): £64.80

Combined tickets: Big Bus Sightseeing Tour + Attraction

There is also the possibility of buying combined tickets   for Big Bus HO-HO sightseeing bus tour in London with tickets to one of London’s Top Attractions , resulting in great savings.

Once you have bought tickets, the driver or a member of staff from Big Bus Tours (at any Big Bus Tours stop) will exchange your tickets, giving you the tickets for the sightseeing bus tour as well as the tickets to your chosen attraction.

Combo tickets:  > Big Bus Tours + London Eye > Big Bus Tour + Madame Tussauds > Big Bus Tour + Tower of London > Big Bus Tour + St Paul’s Cathedral

Big Bus Tour + London Eye

This ticket includes a 1 day ticket for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour (classic ticket) and entry to the London Eye . This ticket also includes a free river cruise and a free guided walking tour . Online tickets can be redeemed at any Big Bus Stop. You will need to use your tickets for the sightseeing bus tour and the river cruise that same day, and you will have 90 days to use your London Eye tickets.

You can buy normal entry tickets to the London Eye or fast track tickets. With fast track tickets you won’t have to queue at all.

Prices with Normal London Eye entry: Adult ticket: £64.80 Child ticket: £47.90 Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children): £227.30

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour + London Eye Tickets

Prices with Fast Track London Eye entry: Adult ticket: £67.80 Child ticket: £58.80 Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children): £189.00

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour + London Eye Fast-Track Tickets

Big Bus Tour + Madame Tussauds

This ticket includes a 1 day ticket for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour (classic ticket) and entry to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum . This ticket also includes a free river cruise and a free guided walking tour .

You can redeem your tickets at any Big Bus Stop. Online tickets can be redeemed at any Big Bus Stop. You will need to use your tickets for the sightseeing bus tour and the river cruise that same day, and you will have 90 days to use your Madame Tussauds tickets.

Prices for 1 day bus tour + Madame Tussauds Adult ticket:  £65.80 Child ticket: £52.80 Family ticket: £211.40

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour + Madame Tussauds Tickets

Big Bus Tour + Tower of London

You can choose a 1, 2 or 3 day ticket for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour (classic, premium or deluxe ticket) and entry to the Tower of London. These tickets also includes a free river cruise and a free guided walking tour .

You can redeem your tickets at any Big Bus Stop. Online tickets can be redeemed at any Big Bus Stop. You will need to use your tickets for the sightseeing bus tour and the river cruise that same day, and you will have 3 days to use your Tower of London tickets.

Prices for 1 day bus tour (Classic ticket) + Tower of London Adult ticket: £61.80 Child ticket (5 – 15): £38.90

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour Classic + Tower of London

Prices for 2 day bus tour (Premium ticket) + Tower of London Adult ticket: £67.80 Child ticket (5 – 15): £43.90

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour Premium + Tower of London

Prices for 3 day bus tour (Deluxe ticket) + Tower of London Adult ticket: £71.80 Child ticket (5 – 15): £48.90

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour Deluxe + Tower of London

Big Bus Tour + St. Paul’s Cathedral

You can choose a 1, 2 or 3 day ticket for the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour (classic, premium or deluxe ticket) and entry to St Paul’s Cathedral. These tickets also includes a free river cruise and a free guided walking tour .

Online tickets can be redeemed at any Big Bus Stop. You will need to use your tickets for the sightseeing bus tour and the river cruise that same day, and you will have 90 days to use your St Paul’s Cathedral tickets.

Prices for 1 day bus tour (Classic ticket) + St Paul’s Cathedral Adult ticket: £61.80 Child ticket (5 – 15): £38.90

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour Classic + St Paul’s Cathedral

Prices for 2 day bus tour (Premium ticket) + St Paul’s Cathedral Adult ticket: £67.80 Child ticket (5 – 15): £43.90

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour Premium + St Paul’s Cathedral

Prices for 3 day bus tour (Deluxe ticket) + St Paul’s Cathedral Adult ticket: £71.80 Child ticket (5 – 15): £48.90

⇒ Find out more: Big Bus Tour Deluxe + St Paul’s Cathedral

Routes and Timetable for London’s Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

There are 4 different routes which will take you to see London’s top landmarks. You can hop-on and hop-off of any of the routes as many times as  you like, and change routes whenever you want. This just makes sightseeing in London very easy, and it saves you having to use public transport in London to get from one place to another.

It’s also good to know that you can start your journey on the sightseeing bus tour at any bus stop, on any route, so you can start your journey at the bus stop that suits you best.

⇒ Here you will find a map with the routes and timetables: London Sightseeing Bus Tour Map .

1. Classic Red Tour

The first bus of this route departs at 8.10 am from the stop located just in front of Green Park underground station, on Piccadilly Street and there are buses approximately every 5 minutes. This route is the Classic Tour, a route that passes through 15 of the most important tourist places in London, including Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Big Ben, Covent Garden, the Tower of London and St. Paul’s Cathedral among others. The red route has a live commentary in English, and there are also recorded commentaries in several languages.

The red route takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, and has several stops in common with the blue route: stops from 2 to 5, from 7 to 11 and stop 15. It also coincides with the green route at stop 9.

2. Big Blue Tour

The first bus of the blue route departs at 8.36 am from stop number 2, which is located at Hyde Park Corner, and there are buses approximately every 5 or 10 minutes. The nearest underground stop is Green Park. The blue route is a slightly longer route, and coincides in almost all the stops with the red route, but also goes round Hyde Park, passing through the South Kensington area, where the natural history museum, the science museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum are located. It also goes past Harrods and towards Regent’s Park stopping at Baker Street, where the Sherlock Holmes museum and Madame Tussauds wax museum are located. The blue route has recorded commentaries.

The blue route takes almost 3 hours and coincides with the red route at stops 2 to 5, from 7 to 11 and stop 15. It also connects with the green route at stop 9 .

3. Green Link

The green link is very short and connects the famous Trafalgar Square with King’s Cross and St Pancras underground and train stations, going past the British museum. If you are going to spend a day in London and arrive at the King’s Cross – St Pancras station, we recommend that you use the tourist bus, since you can start the route here, change at Trafalgar Square to another route and see London easily before returning to King’s Cross with the green link again if you need to.

The first bus on the green route leaves from Covent Garden at 8.20 am, where it also links to the blue and red routes.

4. Night tour: Hotel Return Service 

The purple route is the hotel return service. It covers the areas from Marble Arch to Gloucester Road, so it’s ideal if your hotel is anywhere in between – such as Paddington, Bayswater, Notting Hill or Kensington. It runs up to 2 hours later than the other routes mentioned above.

Bus stops and timetables

Here you can find a list of the bus stops from the RED and BLUE routes, and the time of departure of the first bus at each one of them. After that, buses run every 5 – 10 minutes. Guide: Red Route ( RR ), Blue Route ( BR ) and Green Link ( GL ).

⇒ See Sightseeing Bus Tour Route Map Here

1. GREEN PARK ( RR ) – Green Park Underground Station, next to the Ritz Hotel 2. HYDE PARK CORNER ( RR , BR )  – Opposite Hard Rock Cafe 3. QUEEN MOTHER GATES ( RR , BR ) – Opposite Hilton Hotel 4. MARBLE ARCH ( RR , BR ) – Speakers’ Corner in Hyde Park 5. MAYFAIR ( RR , BR ) – Park Lane Big Bus Stop 6. ROYAL MEWS ( RR ) – 31 Buckingham Palace Road Bus Stop 7. LONDON EYE ( RR , BR ) – Westminster Bridge Road Bus Stop 8. WATERLOO ( RR , BR ) – York Road Bus Stop 9. COVENT GARDEN ( RR , BR , RV) – Big Bus Stop at No.1 Aldwych 10. ST PAUL´S CATHEDRAL ( RR , BR ) – 26 Ludgate Hill Bus Stop 11. TOWER OF LONDON ( RR , BR ) – 362 Tower Hill Bus Stop 12. YORK ROAD ( RR )– Westminster Bridge Road Bus Stop 14. WHITEHALL ( RR ) – Big Bus Stop opposite Horse Guards 15. TRAFALGAR SQUARE   ( RR , BR ) –  Pall Mall East Bus Stop Z 16. BAKER STREET ( RR ) – Big Bus Stop at 9 Marylebone Road 17. OXFORD STREET ( BR ) – Bus Stop RF on Regent Street 18. REGENT STREET ( BR )– Bus Stop V on Regent Street 19. PICCADILLY CIRCUS ( BR )– Bus Stop G on Regent Street 20. HAYMARKET ( BR )– Big Bus Stop at No.11 Haymarket  **The blue route after stopping at stop number 20 stops at stop 15 at Trafalgar Square, where it coincides with the red route** 21. CRAIG´S COURT ( BR ) – Bus Stop at Craig’s Court and Whitehall Corner 22. WHITEHALL ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No.61 Whitehall **The blue route after stopping at stop number 22 stops at stops number 7, 8, 9, 10 and  11 coinciding with the red route** 23. WESTMINSTER PIER ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No.30-35 Victoria Embankment 24. LAMBETH PLACE ( BR ) – Lambeth Palace Road Bus Stop 25. COLLEGE GREEN ( BR ) – Abingdon Street Bus Stop 26. TOTHILL STREET ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 43-45 Tothill Street 27. BUCKINGHAM PALACE ( BR ) – Bus Stop  at No.1 Buckingham Gate 28. RUBEN´S HOTEL ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 39 Buckingham Palace Road 29. VICTORIA ( BR ) – Bus Stop opposite The Bag of Nails Pub 30. VICTORIA STATION  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 111 Buckingham Palace Road **The blue route after stopping at stop number 30 stops at stops number 3, 4 and 5 coinciding with the red route ** 31. GREEN PARK ( BR ) – Green Park Underground Station Bus Stop **The blue route after stopping at stop number 31 stops at stop number 2 coinciding with the red route** 32. HYDE PARK CORNER ( BR ) –  Bus Stop at No. 1 Knightsbridge 33. HARRODS ( BR ) – Bus Stop at Harrods, No. 87-135 Brompton Road 34. SOUTH KENSIGNTON MUSEUMS  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 6 Thurloe Place 35. GLOUCESTER ROAD  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 128 Gloucester Road 36. KENSINGTON PALACE  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 5 Kensington High Street 37. NOTTING HILL GATE  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 14 Notting Hill Gate 38. KENSINGTON GARDENS  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 150 Bayswater Road 39. THISTLE HOTEL  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 104 Bayswater Road 40. BAYSWATER ( BR ) – Bayswater Road Bus Stop 41. PADDINGTON STATION  ( BR ) – Bus Stop at No. 25 London St 42. WOBURN ( GL ) – Bus Stop opposite Royal National Hotel 43. EUSTON STATION  ( GL ) – Bus Stop L, Upper Woburn Place 44. KING´S CROSS STATION  ( GL ) – Pancras Way Bus Stop 45. ST. PANCRAS STATION  ( GL ) – Midland Road Bus Stop 46. EUSTON ROAD ( GL ) – Bus Stop M, Upper Woburn Place 47. WOBURN (SOUTHBOUND) ( GL ) – Bus Stop J, in front of Russel Court 48. BRITISH MUSEUM (SOUTHBOUND) ( GL ) – Bus Stop X, Southampton Row 49. DUNCANNON STREET ( GL ) – Bus Stop G, Duncannon Street.

FREE River Cruise when you buy Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour tickets

A Thames River Cruise is honestly one of the best things you can  do when visiting London, this is something that I always recommend friends and family do when they come to visit us. If it’s your first time in London I can guarantee that a cruise on the Thames will leave you speechless, as you can see many famous landmarks from the river. And the best thing is: You get a free river cruise with the London hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus tour tickets. Boom!

The river cruise included is a one way ticket if you’re buying a one day sightseeing bus tour ticket, or a return ticket if you’re buying a 2 or 3 day bus tour ticket. The cruise runs from Westminster Pier to Tower of London. If you have a one day bus tour ticket you need to do the river cruise on that same day, but don’t worry as there is plenty of time do both, you would even have time to go on the London Eye on the same day.

Free Guided Walking Tour

You will also be able to make the most of your sightseeing bus tour tickets by joining the free walking tour that’s included in your ticket. The tour starts at the Big Bus Tours Bus Stop in Trafalgar Square at 10.20 am, and you will be able to enjoy the Changing of the Guard at 11.00 am at Buckingham Palace and learn all about St James’ Palace.

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20 Best Hop On Hop Off London Bus Tour Activities! (One Day in London)

Only have one day in London?  Want to book the best London bus tour? 

Awesome, you are in the right spot! We will take a look at the best London sightseeing bus options and help you plan! 

On our last trip, we were able to book one of the best London bus tours! It allowed us to create an amazing 1- day London itinerary.  We are excited to share with you all of the fun stops so you can plan the perfect one-day London itinerary for your trip. 

London is an amazing city with so much to offer!  One day in London is not enough time to explore everything, but it will give you a taste that will make you want to come back.

The best way to see London if you only have a short amount of time is to book the best hop on hop off bus London has to offer. The Original London Hop On Hop Off Bus tour now known as the Tootbus,  is the way to go!  It is one of the best London bus tours for families! 

In this post, we will show you the best double-decker bus tour London has to offer. We will address what the best London Hop on Hop off bus tour is and compare a few companies. We will also give you a complete guide to major attractions that are located at each stop. This will help you plan your one day in London. 

Let's plan the best hop on hop off London bus tour!

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Which Hop On Hop Off London Bus Tour Route to Choose?

On our recent trip to London, we were able to go on a hop-on hop-off bus tour !   We had 3 options to choose from.

London Bus Tour Companies

• Tootbus London Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour
• Big Bus London Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour 
• City Sightseeing Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour
• Golden Tours London Hop on Hop Off Bus 

We went with the Orginal London Hop on Hop off but tour now known as Tootbus.  We found they had the best London bus tour routes.  The prices were similar. Some companies offer a River cruise.

Comparison Chart for London Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour Companies

London hop on hop off bus tour tickets.

The London double decker tour starts as you purchase your ticket.   It is best to purchase your ticket ahead of time . There is no need to print your ticket.  

When you arrive in London just show your ticket on your phone to the bus driver at any of the stops.  The bus driver will scan it and give you a paper ticket and headphones to listen to a tour of London as you ride the bus.

You are given exactly 24 hours to ride the bus. Meaning if you get on at 5:00 pm (17:00) Monday you have until 5:00 pm (17:00) Tuesday to ride.

Hop On Hop Off London Routes

There are five hop on hop off London routes to choose from!!  London is a big city!  They are color-coordinated and list the attractions at each London hop-on hop-off bus stop.

The Original London Hop-On Hop-off Bus Map

The yellow original hop-on-hop-off  london route.

The Yellow Route is the most popular and best London Hop on Hop off bus route. It hits many well-known tourist attractions that you would want to visit on your first time in London , such as:

• Buckingham Palace
• Westminster Abby
• Tower Bridge
• Tower of London
• St. Pauls Cathedral
• Piccadilly Circus
• Trafalgar Square
• Marble Arch

Blue Royal Borough Hop-On-Hop-Off London Bus Route

The Blue Route hits some of the same tourist attractions that the yellow route hits as well as museums and other locations. All of these museums are free! This is one of the best London sightseeing tours. 

• Kensington Palace
• Victoria and Albert Museum
• Royal Albert Hall
• Science Museum
• Natural History Museum
• St. James Palace and Park
• Downing Street
• Paddington Station

Orange British Museum Hop-On-Hop-Off London Bus Route

The Orange Route provides some fabulous stops that are not available on other routes. The British Museum is a favorite. This museum houses the Rosetta Stone and has other historic treasures to take in. It too is free.

And if you are a Harry Potter fan, no more needs to be said.

• British Museum
• Platform 9 3/4 at Kings Cross Station
• National Gallery

Purple Hop-On-Hop-Off London Route

The Purple Route will take you to places that are on other routes but can get you there quicker.

• Kensington Gardens

Red Hop-On-Hop-Off London Route

The Red Route is the only shuttle that takes you to Madame Tussauds , which is a wax museum.  This museum does have admission.

• Madame Tussauds

Our Experience On Our One Day In London Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

We really liked being able to see the entire city as we took the London bus and river tour.  The buses were not crowded and we were always able to get on and have a nice seat. 

There were people at each stop to guide you on the bus and let you know when the next one would be arriving.  The service was incredible and I highly recommend it especially if you only have one day in London!

One Day in London Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour in London

Now that you know the routes, let's begin planning your one-day in London itinerary.

It doesn't matter where you start from. We recommend that you purchase your tickets ahead of time, but you can also buy tickets the day of.

We found employees at every stop we came across ready to sell tickets,  help you with directions, and direct you to which bus to get on, but this could be seasonal.

Let's just start with stop one on the Yellow Line Hop-on-hop-off London route!  There are so many things to do in London in one day.

I am going to list many many options, but you will have to decide which ones you want to add to your London 1-day itinerary. Booking the best booking hop on hop-off London bus tour is your first step. 

1. Piccadilly Circus Area

On this one day in London sightseeing bus tour, Piccadilly Circus is a must-see.

Don't forget to plug in your headphones for a history tour as you ride along.  I recommended skipping Marble Arch and Hyde Park so that you don't run out of time, and focus on Piccadilly Circus and other stops.

Piccadilly Circus is a really fun area (similar to Times Square in New York City) .  There are some theaters located in the area as well as a box office to buy discounted tickets to a show .  If you love theater you might consider this.

Also, located in this area is a Lego Store, a four-story M&M store, and American fast food such as McDonald's, Burger King, and Pizza Hut!  I found when taking a tween to London, this is the place for them. Some familiarity mixed with the new.

2. Chinatown

Chinatown is located in the area as well.  We thought it looked really cool.  This is the place to try some authentic Asian food.  If you walk through Chinatown you will be really close to Trafalgar Square.

3. Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square is a large area where many people gather.  There are special events held in this area as well as protests.  The National Gallery is in this area.

4. National Gallery

The National Gallery is an art museum.  I'll preface this by saying that I am not a huge art museum fan. But when I walked into this art gallery I really loved it because I had studied these well-known paintings in high school and they were very familiar to me.

Shopping Near Trafalgar Square

If you walk less than a mile from Trafalgar Square you will find some fun stores to shop at.

We had looked at Hardy's Candy Store online before we left on our trip because they sell a special Harry Potter goodie bag.

We loved trying some of the British candy.  The clerk was so nice and told us what his favorite was and we compared American candy to the British variety.  It was fun!  I have to admit that we Americans must really have a sweet tooth.

There are other cool stores, in this area especially if you are a Harry Potter Fan.

Once you explore this area and are ready to move on, jump back on the bus.  Check out your map and plan your next stop!

Recommendation for One Day in London Itinerary

Being that you only have one day in London I would only plan to be in this area for 1-3 hours.  There are so many things to see in London in 1 day.  You have got to plan your time out carefully.

5. The London Eye Area

The London Eye is located on the south bank of the River Thames.  It is the tallest observation wheel in Europe and the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom.

The London Eye is not a Ferris wheel.  It is an air-conditioned observation capsule.  You will be very safe as you get the best view of the city.  It takes about 30 minutes for the wheel to make a complete rotation.

We found that it was best to purchase tickets ahead of time.

6. The Shrek Experience

Shrek's Adventures is a 4D experience that is great for kids.  We wanted to go so bad!  Our plane was delayed and made it that we arrived too late to go.

The hours of operation are 10:00 am – 4:00 pm on most days.  Weekend times vary. so make sure to check beforehand!

It is better to get Shrek tickets ahead of time!

7 . London Dungeon

The London Dungeon   is a blast into the darkest history of London.  It is an activity that I would recommend for teens and adults.

There are two underground rides, 360 sets, 20 live actors, 19 interactive shows, and 1000 years of history. The London Dungeon is worth a visit! 

Hours of operation are 10:00 am – 4:00 pm on most days. Weekend times vary.

8 . Sea Life Aquarium

The Sea Life Aquarium London is an extremely popular aquarium.  There are really fabulous exhibits including walking with the sharks.

Hours of operation are from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.  Weekend times vary.

If you want to do all 4 attractions listed above, give yourself about 6 hours.  The London Eye takes about 30-40 minutes.  The other attractions can take up to 2 hours each. Totally doable in one day in London.

Combo Ticket Pass

I found that it is much cheaper to buy a combo pass .   If you already wanted to go on the London Eye adding these other attractions makes it only $10 more per attraction.

Plus, if you do not purchase your tickets ahead of time you will be waiting in long lines at the ticket office.

9 . Tower Bridge

As you jump back on the best London hop-on hop-off bus tour you will pass St. Paul's Cathedral, the Monument (built to commemorate the Great Fire of London), and The Shard.

Stop if these are on your bucket list. Otherwise, you'll have to settle for a quick window view on the bus.

There are plenty of opportunities to get great shots of these landmarks from the top deck of the London double-decker tour. 

One exciting landmark is Tower Bridge.  The bus will cross this bridge before you arrive at the Tower of London.

10 . Tower of London

Next on the one day in London big bus tour is the Tower of London!  The Tower of London is a historical castle that houses the crown jewels.  It is really quite amazing that this beautiful castle is in the heart of London.

It is recommended to stay at least 2 hours at this site.  If it is a busy time of year you may want to allow more time.  We loved our visit!

Hours of operation are from 10:00 am – 4:30 pm.  Weekend times are slightly different.

Tickets are best purchased ahead of time!

11. Buckingham Palace

Since we are talking about a one day in London trip, you will probably only want to hit the most iconic sites.  Buckingham Palace is on the top of the list!

Buckingham Palace is the London residence of the Monarch in the United Kingdom.

In the summer months, you can purchase tickets to see the State Rooms, The Queens Gallery, and the Royal Mews (stables) Ticket prices range from 26-120 pounds.

You can purchase tickets on the actual website or tours on Viator.

Hours of Operation

9:30 am- 7:30 pm (only in summer)

12. Museums of London – Blue Royal Borough Route

Now, if you did everything suggested on the hop on hop off London bus yellow line route you probably don't have time to do anything else.

But, if you are wanting to experience a different part of London this route may be for you.

The first time we went to London, we had an 18-month-old baby and were in school. So while we did some of the most popular attractions, we opted for the free museums.

There are over 23 Museums in London that are absolutely free!  I don't think we knew that before arriving. We were so happy! The exchange rate was atrocious the first time we went.

After seeing Buckingham Palace it is very easy to jump to the blue line.  From the bus, you will get to see Queen Elizabeth's Gate.  I would recommend staying on the bus and not getting off at this point.

13. Victoria and Albert Museum

The Victoria and Albert Museum is dedicated to decorative arts, design, and sculpture.  It houses a collection of 2.27 million objects.

Hours of operation

10:00 am – 5:45 pm

14. Science Museum

We loved going to the science museum with our little one.  There were a lot of hands-on interactive exhibits.   My family loves museums so taking this route is a win for us.

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

15. Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum in London is most famous for its dinosaur exhibit.  One of the best things about all these museums is that the buildings themselves are so beautiful.  Plus, you get to see some pretty awesome exhibits.

10:00 am – 5:50 pm

16. Royal Albert Hall

Royal Albert Hall is a beautiful concert hall.  If you don't have time to see a show, daily tours are available starting at 9 am.

Tour Admission

Recommendation for your 1-day london itinerary .

If you love museums, I highly recommend going to this area. However, your one day in London may consist only of museums because of the time it will take to view them.  They are amazing and beautiful and big! 

17. Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace   is another residence set in the Kensington Gardens.  Tours are available for around 20 pounds. If you love history and beautiful buildings this is a 1 day in London must-see.

10:00 am – 4:00 pm

18. Madame Tussauds – Red Bus Route

Image Courtesy of Visit Britain Shop

After viewing Kensington Palace jump on the blue line until you get to the Hyde Park stop.  You can catch the red shuttle and visit Madame Tussauds.

Madame Tussaud's is a wax museum full of famous celebrities!  You might really enjoy taking a picture with the Queen.

Tickets to Madame Tussaud's start around 25 pounds and go up if you want to buy a combo pass.

10:00 am – 4:00 pm most days of the week.  Weekend times vary.

Hop on Hop Of London Orange Route

There is not really an easy way to jump to the orange line from the red shuttle.  The best bet is to go to Piccadilly Circus and get on there.

19. British Museum

10:00 am – 5:30 pm

This museum is dedicated to human history, art and culture. We enjoyed this museum but it wasn't a great one for kids.

20. Platform 9 3/4

If you are a Harry Potter Fan this is a must-see stop.  You can get a special picture of pushing your trolley through the wall. 

There is also a really nice store that sells Harry Potter merchandise that is unlike anything we have seen.  There is a real flying golden stitch and unique things that will make your stop here worth it.

From Platform 9 3/4 you can catch a   tour bus to Harry Potter Studios.   This is an amazing tour and if you are interested in going you should book months in advance.

Are you Ready for your One Day in London Hop On Hop Off London Bus Tour?

I hope you are now prepared for your one day in London with the best hop on hop off bus tour. 

I'm excited for you to choose your 1-day in London itinerary.  You can easily spend a day in each section of the city.  Good Luck! If you have any questions just ask in the Facebook Group.

I know we listed a lot of information with tons of fun things to do in London but if you are looking for awesome day trips from London we have you covered as well. Or if you want to take a ride on the Eurostar and get a taste of Paris that is another option!

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My husband and I are planning a trip to London soon… I think this would be a really great way to see the city and many of the important sites in a short period of time! Thanks for the information

You will have so much fun! Be on the look out for more post about London!

This looks so fun I could stay a whole week! I would want to visit every museum and attraction. The Hop-On Hop-Off bus looks like the way to go. So convenient!

I know I wish we had more time! There is so many amazing things to see!

My cousin and I were just discussing how we both want to visit Lindon again. I will save this post for later, great suggestions that you make will be helpful. Thank you for posting this.

No problem, Hope it helps you plan your trip!

We love the hop-on, hop-off bus when visiting places for the first time and/or short on time. Provides such a convenient way to see the best attractions.

I agree 100%. Such a great way to see everything!

This looks like such a fun day! Your pictures are beautiful and your post is very informative. Thank you for sharing this

We’ve been talking about visiting London to see our English friends. What a great way to highlight the day.

It was a great experience!

Wow! What a day! Last year we tried a hop on hop off bus for the first time and found it was an easy way to get a great feel for a city.

Yes, I have tried it in a few cities and really liked it!

I love the idea of seeing all you want without the stress of how to get there!!

I know it is a genius idea!

Great Information! I love London!

I love London too! I want to go back!

I love hop on hop off buses. They really give you the lay of the land plus transportation between the sites. It’s a win-win. It looks like you had a great day in London.

Yes, I love that about the buses for sure. I feel like I have a grasp on the city!

I have always enjoyed the idea of this hop on hop off tour bus idea. I’ve never done it though. Thank you for the insight.

You should, it is so convenient!

What a fantastic way to see the city. I can’t wait to get to London.

It was such a great way to get around and explore!

London is a ton of fun. I’ll have to do this when I go back.

For sure! It was a blast!

We did this when we went too! It was a perfect way to see the city on a short trip. It rained while we’re there though and we only had the option for the top of the bus! We got so wet! But it was a great memory. Loved reading your post, brought me back.

Now that is a memory you will never forget!

It has been many years since I have visited London. I enjoy the museum.

They have so many fun ones, and I love that they are free!

We’ve never done the hop on, hop off tours but I can see the benefit for sure.

Yes, It is a great option!

This looks like the perfect bus tour! I love that they offer different routes depending on what you want to see. I would be hopping off at the Natural History Museum for sure!!! Thank you so much for sharing!

The museum’s are really cool!

Thanks for your London tips and Tricks! Great photos too:)

No problem!

Beautiful photos! If I ever make it to London, a bus tour is definitely on my must do list.

Wow! What an amazing day! Thank you for sharing your adventures and beautiful pictures!

I have always wanted to visit London! My husband and I are hoping to plan our trip together sometime soon! Thanks for the ideas!

You will love it! There are so many wonderful places to see!

This looks like a lot of fun.

It is a fun way to see London!

There is so much to see in London – you covered most of it! Love the hop on hop off – can continue sight seeing from your seat!

It’s nice because you know in Europe you are going to be walking alot, so its a nice break!

Your posts always inspire me to want to travel! Very comprehensive review!

Thanks! When I write the post it always makes me want to go back!

Looks like there’s so much to do and see! Sorry you missed the shrek experience. I hope you catch it next time you go!

Me too! I’m going to bring all my kids next time and put it at the top of my list!

What a great way to see London! Saving this to refer to when we visit!

Oh good! I hope it helps!

Wow! You got a lot accomplished! I love the hop on and off tours!

We were not able to do everything! I wish I could stay in London a month and see everything.

The hop on hop off bus tour sounds like a great way to see a lot in a short amount of time.

It is a great way to see the city!

Sounds like a wonderful trip! Thanks for all of the advice!

No problem! I love sharing!

What a fun way to tour London! How fun was the 9 3/4?

It was so much fun! We didn’t think we would make it but our train from France ended at Kings Cross! We were so excited!

The hop on, hop off bus sounds like a great way to explore!

It really is a great way to see the city!

This is such great information and beautiful pictures! We want to hop a plane and go to London now!!!

I keep saying I want to go back!

Such a busy day! London is on our bucket list, we will definitely think about doing this when we go!

Thank you for the detail! I haven’t been to London yet, but plan to go soon!

It is such a great place!

Never been to London but it’s definitely on my bucket list! Thank you for such a detailed post!

No Problem! London is so awesome!

The absolute best way to see a new city for the first time. It’s how I saw London for the first time as well. Great advice Lisa!

Thanks! I agree 100%

One of the ways to lessen the expense of travel is to take public transportation – something I tend to do more now that I am older, which is strange but true. Thank you for sharing!

That is true!

I spent four days in London and loved it! We heavily relied on the Tube and hop on/hop off buses. I love getting an overview of the city on the bus!

Me too! It really is a great option!

I have never been to London. 🙁 And I never knew these one day tours were a thing. What a great idea! Thanks, especially for the photos. Some day………

Yes, they are really cool options in any big city!

This looks like so much fun. I love adventure and buses so I would have a blast. Platform 9 3/4 would be my first stop.

I love all the Harry Potter stuff in London. It is amazing!

The London Dungeon looks so cool. That would definitely be something I would go to.

We will do that on our next trip with the family!

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17 Best London Bus Tours in 2023 (ranked!)

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Ready to tour London by bus?

You’ve come to the right place. I live in London, and have spent a lot of time figuring out the best London bus tours so that you can make the most of your trip to this incredible city.

In this guide, we’re going to explore the best 17 London bus tours – all led by expert guides who want to share their knowledge and help you have a memorable time.

If you’re like, just cut to the chase already, then don’t worry.

⏳ Don’t have time to read the whole list?

The best London bus tour is this Hop-On and Hop-Off bus tour .

Click here to check prices and availability.

The best London bus tour if you want the classic sightseeing experience is this Big Bus Hop-On and Hop-Off Bus Tour and the best bus tour in London if you want something a bit different is this Spooky London Ghost Vintage bus tour.

They both have hundreds of amazing reviews, so there’s no going wrong.

London is a massive city that can be much easier to explore by bus, and there are plenty of London bus tours that will cater to your specific interests, whether that be music history, architecture, filming locations in London , or something else entirely!

If you want to see what your other options are, here are the best London bus tours that are definitely worth your time.

PS – booking in advance is highly, highly recommended so you don’t miss out.

Easy Guide: Best London Bus Tour Picks

Best classic bus tours in london, 1. big bus hop-on hop-off classic london tour.

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Big Bus is the most iconic London bus tour and one of my favorite of the sightseeing tours that are hop-on/hop-off style.

Choose the red route if you have less time, or the blue route if you want to see more of London, and enjoy being whizzed around the city with information at each stop about what you’re looking at (the worst kind of bus tour is one where they don’t even tell you!).

Big Bus operate in multiple cities around the world, so the formula isn’t new in London, but it’s a tried-and-tested hop-on and hop-off tour, and that’s why it makes my list as the best one if you’re just going to do one bus tour in London.

2. Vintage London Bus Tour with Optional London Eye

⭐️  RATING:  4 out of 5 Stars, 370+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  3 hours 30 minutes | ✔️  BOOK NOW

The difference between this bus tour and a normal sightseeing tour is that you get to travel in style on a vintage London bus, not one of the ugly themed hop-on and hop-off bus styles.

The London Eye can also be included in your sightseeing ticket, which is a fantastic way to cover both at once as you’ll finish at the London Eye and not waste any time in traveling there (because the bus will take you!).

This is not a hop-on and hop-off variation, so this is also great if you don’t really need to get on or off and just want to sit and enjoy the views.

3. London Tootbus Must-See Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

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Tootbus is newer on the scene in London when it comes to bus tours, but they’re doing amazing and have fantastic reviews and lots of repeat customers.

There are three different circuits to choose from to customize your London bus experience, and the upper deck is obviously the best place to sit (particularly when you’re going over the bridges!).

Tootbus is a great option for families with kids in London , as it has a little bit more of a casual vibe than the Big Bus options.

4. London Vintage Bus Tour with Thames Cruise

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Want to combine your London sightseeing bus tour with a Thames river cruise?

This is your best bet!

So many people want to do both during their time in London, and this is a great option for that, combining land and river for an epic sightseeing day out.

For the record, I prefer doing a sightseeing cruise with sightseeing bus in the warmer months, and a sightseeing bus with the London Eye (a previously listed tour – scroll up a bit) during the colder months just for comfort.

5. Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus

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Golden Tours offer a hop-on and hop-off sightseeing tour around London that rivals the other big companies, and they are easy to spot with their blue and orange coloring.

I love that the front of the upper deck is covered in case the weather is bad, while the back of the top is open to the elements in case the sun is shining (or you just want to brave it!).

They do audio tours instead of live guides on their buses, so it’s better if you want that pre-recorded experience or have already tried Big Bus or Tootbus.

Best Night Bus Tours in London

6. london by night open top sightseeing tour.

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London is completely different at night , and even if you’ve done a London sightseeing tour during the daytime, a London bus tour at night is such a memorable experience that I recommend to all visitors.

This tour takes you all around the most iconic London attractions to see them lit up and sparkling in the dark, including the bright lights of the London Eye, the Tower of London , and the iconic Westminster Abbey.

You’ll get to see a side of the city that many people never see, and it can be a great thing to do on your first night in London to try and beat that jet lag.

7. London Christmas Lights at Night Bus Tour

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Deck the halls in London with a beautiful Christmas lights bus tour during the winter season.

There is something so insanely magical about London in winter when the Christmas lights are on, and this tour will take you right down some of the most important streets like Oxford Street and Regent’s Street.

The best part is that on the upper deck, you’ll be right under and right up close to the lights, as well as have a great vantage point to lights on the sides of the street lighting up the shops.

It’s a really wonderful tour to take in London in the winter if you’re visiting around the holiday season, and one I recommend to my friends and family often.

Best Music Bus Tours in London

8. rock music bohemian soho and north london tour.

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From Pink Floyd’s studio to the former home of Rod Stewart, the Rock Music Bohemian tour will take you through some of London’s most boho neighborhoods to let you into the world of rock music legends like The Clash, the Beatles, Sting, and so much more.

You’ll get to take a bus around town, meaning you can hit more places than if you go on a walking tour, and along the way you’ll also get to enjoy the architecture and charm of Camden, Islington, and of course the iconic Abbey Road.

Listen to the music blasting from your bus as you tour around the city, perfectly timed with the stops, and enjoy this wonderful world of London rock music with an expert (and hilarious) guide.

9. London Rock Legends Bus Tour

⭐️  RATING:  4.5 out of 5 Stars, 350+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  3 hours 30 minutes | ✔️  BOOK NOW

Another fantastic option for music fans, the London Rock Legends bus tour is a great choice if you’re wanting to see Notting Hill, Soho, Chelsea, and more – and if those don’t ring a bell to you, think: Ringo’s House, Jimmy Page’s house, and tons of Queen-related locations.

You’ll zip around the city with your guide and leave feeling like you’ve truly learned something new about the musical history of London – this tour is similar to the one mentioned above, so choose which one works best for your schedule.

10. A Ticket to Ride: Beatles in London Tour

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Join the Beatles’ vibe on a chill evening bus tour through London, catching the city all lit up.

Cruise through the ‘Beatlemania’ era, from 1962 to 1969, and beyond, hitting up Mayfair, Marylebone, St John’s Wood, and the edge of Soho. Celebrate the ‘Fab Four’ spanning over 50 years.

Swing by cool spots like the Scotch of St James Club and other joints where the Beatles hung out.

Check out the pads and offices of the band members and their manager Brian Epstein, where they partied, met their significant others, and did their thing.

And, of course, take a casual stroll across the iconic Abbey Road crossing near the legendary recording studio.

11. London Rock Music Tour

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Wanna dive into London’s rock history?

From where the Rolling Stones rocked their first record at ‘Tin Pan Alley’ to the famous Abbey Road zebra crossing, this tour has got it all covered.

Take your pick between morning, afternoon, or go all-in with the full-day London Rock Music Tour.

Check out Abbey Road, swing by Apple HQ, drop by Paul’s House, Ringo’s place, and Jimmy Page’s crib, plus a bunch more.

Your rock-savvy guide will dish out insider stories about your favorite musicians while giving you the lowdown on all things music.

Best Ghost Bus Tours in London

12. spooky london ghost vintage bus tour.

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Join your spooky guide as you hit up notorious local haunts, hearing tales of restless spirits and passing by places with a dark history—St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, and the infamous Fleet Street.

As you roll through the city, keep an eye out for top attractions like Tower Bridge while your guide spills the beans on London’s haunted past.

The cherry on top?

You’ll be cruising in a retro 1960s Routemaster with a Gothic twist.

Get set for a laid-back, eerie adventure through the spookier side of London!

13. Comedy London Ghost Bus Tour

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Get ready to hop on the Necrobus for a ride on the creepy side of London! It’s like the city’s spooky history comes to life.

With on-board actors and tech tricks, this tour is all about giving you the heebie-jeebies while checking out London’s coolest and eeriest spots.

Picture this: a creepy conductor sharing all the ghostly deets, from haunted palaces to secret burial grounds.

The Ghost Bus Tour takes you all around town, hitting up the West End and cruising south of the river.

You’ll get the lowdown on Westminster Abbey, Fleet Street, The Tower of London, and London Bridge—all while soaking in the eerie vibes of the city’s oldest and most historic places.

Best Afternoon Tea Bus Tours in London

14. english afternoon tea bus with panoramic tour of london.

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Ditch the crowds and hop on a double-decker bus to check out the coolest London landmarks without any obstructions.

Cruise around, see way more stuff than you would on foot, and to top it off, indulge in some classic British afternoon tea while you ride.

There’s even a bunch of menu options, so you can munch on what you love. It’s like soaking up the vibes of London while enjoying good eats and drinks on the upper deck.

Perfect for newbies trying to figure out the city!

15. Brigit’s Afternoon Tea Bus in London

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Brigit’s is one of the most iconic afternoon tea buses in London, and you can’t go wrong with one of their afternoon tea bus tours .

In addition to the regular sightseeing tour, they also offer specialty afternoon tea London bus tours like ones for kids featuring Paddington, as well as ones during the holiday season where everything gets a good dose of Christmas as you look at the lights while enjoying tea.

They’re absolute professionals at making sure that you have the best time seeing the city with your pinkies up, and visitors to the city always rate this as one of their favorite things to do in London.

Best London Movie Bus Tours

16. magical harry potter london bus tour.

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Harry Potter fans, all aboard!

Not the Hogwarts Express, sadly, but the Magical Harry Potter London Bus tour, where you’ll zip past so many Harry Potter filming locations while on tour.

London was where many of the scenes of the “muggle” world were filmed, and you can recognize important attractions like the Millennium Bridge featuring heavily in the movie franchise as the bridge the dementors destroy in the 6th film.

But it doesn’t stop there.

From the origins of Diagon Alley to other Harry Potter filming locations throughout the city, this is the perfect Harry Potter tour in London to pair with the Harry Potter Studio Tour in Watford to make sure you’ve truly followed in the footsteps of the Boy who Lived.

17. James Bond Bus Tour of London

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Dive into the awesome world of 007 with this super cool 4-hour James Bond tour around London!

Follow the footsteps of your favorite spy as you hit up filming spots from classics like ‘GoldenEye,’ ‘The World is Not Enough,’ and ‘Die Another Day,’ as well as recent hits like ‘Spectre,’ ‘Skyfall,’ and ‘No Time to Die.’

Get the lowdown on Bond trivia, from Sean Connery to Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig.

Feel the spy vibes for real as you cruise past MI6, the actual spy headquarters in London.

Kick back in a comfy mini-coach with live commentary, and soak up the cinematic thrill of Bond’s adventures all over the city!

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Will it be easy to find my way in the Moscow Metro? It is a question many visitors ask themselves before hitting the streets of the Russian capital. As metro is the main means of transport in Moscow – fast, reliable and safe – having some skills in using it will help make your visit more successful and smooth. On top of this, it is the most beautiful metro in the world !

. There are over 220 stations and 15 lines in the Moscow Metro. It is open from 6 am to 1 am. Trains come very frequently: during the rush hour you won't wait for more than 90 seconds! Distances between stations are quite long – 1,5 to 2 or even 3 kilometers. Metro runs inside the city borders only. To get to the airport you will need to take an onground train - Aeroexpress.

RATES AND TICKETS

Paper ticket A fee is fixed and does not depend on how far you go. There are tickets for a number of trips: 1, 2 or 60 trips; or for a number of days: 1, 3 days or a month. Your trips are recorded on a paper ticket. Ifyou buy a ticket for several trips you can share it with your traveling partner passing it from one to the other at the turnstile.

On every station there is cashier and machines (you can switch it to English). Cards and cash are accepted. 1 trip - 55 RUB 2 trips - 110 RUB

Tickets for 60 trips and day passes are available only at the cashier's.

60 rides - 1900 RUB

1 day - 230 RUB 3 days - 438 RUB 30 days - 2170 RUB.

The cheapest way to travel is buying Troyka card . It is a plastic card you can top up for any amount at the machine or at the ticket office. With it every trip costs 38 RUB in the metro and 21 RUB in a bus. You can get the card in any ticket office. Be prepared to leave a deposit of 50 RUB. You can get it back returning the card to the cashier.

SamsungPay, ApplePay and PayPass cards.

One turnstile at every station accept PayPass and payments with phones. It has a sticker with the logos and located next to the security's cabin.

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At the platfrom you will see one of these signs.

It indicates the line you are at now (line 6), shows the direction train run and the final stations. Numbers below there are of those lines you can change from this line.

In trains, stations are announced in Russian and English. In newer trains there are also visual indication of there you are on the line.

To change lines look for these signs. This one shows the way to line 2.

There are also signs on the platfrom. They will help you to havigate yourself. (To the lines 3 and 5 in this case). 

Cruise passenger dies after shuttle bus crash

One woman has died and 10 others were injured after a shuttle bus crashed into the transportation area outside a Honolulu cruise terminal Friday, according to police.

The ship, Carnival Miracle, was on a 15-day journey, departing Long Beach, California, on April 6, according to Carnival Cruise Line. Nine of the people hit by the vehicle were cruise ship passengers.

"Sadly, one guest has died from her injuries. She was traveling with her husband, who was also injured and is expected to recover. Members of the Carnival Care Team are assisting the guests. Our thoughts are with the guests affected and their loved ones," Carnival Cruise Line said in a statement to ABC News.

A 57-year-old man was dropping off customers at pier 2 when a bystander told him that his vehicle was moving forward. He then jumped into the drivers seat, trying to stop the vehicle, but he accidentally pressed the gas pedal instead of the brakes, colliding with two concrete barriers and eleven pedestrians, according to the Honolulu Police Department.

Five pedestrians were transported to the hospital -- one of whom was later pronounced dead and four others are in good condition. Six other pedestrians refused treatment on the scene, police said.

According to police, speed does not appear to be a contributing factor in the collision and it is unknown if drugs or alcohol were contributing factors.

The investigation is ongoing.

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• Departure Details : Karl Marks Monument on Revolution Square, metro stop: Square of Revolution
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Go beneath the streets on this tour of the spectacular, mind-bending Moscow Metro! Be awed by architecture and spot the Propaganda , then hear soviet stories from a local in the know. Finish it all up above ground, looking up to Stalins skyscrapers, and get the inside scoop on whats gone on behind those walls.

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We begin our Moscow tour beneath the city, exploring the underground palace of the Moscow Metro. From the Square of Revolution station, famous for its huge statues of soviet people (an armed soldier, a farmer with a rooster, a warrior, and more), we’ll move onto some of the most significant stations, where impressive mosaics, columns, and chandeliers will boggle your eyes! Moreover, these stations reveal a big part of soviet reality — the walls depict plenty of Propaganda , with party leaders looking down from images on the walls. Your local guide will share personal stories of his/her family from USSR times, giving you insight into Russia’s complicated past and present. Then we’re coming back up to street level, where we’ll take a break and refuel with some Russian fast food: traditional pancakes, called bliny. And then, stomachs satiated, we are ready to move forward! We’ll take the eco-friendly electric trolleybus, with a route along the Moscow Garden Ring. Used mainly by Russian babushkas(grannies) during the day, the trolleybus hits peak hours in the mornings and evenings, when many locals use it going to and from their days. Our first stop will be the Aviator’s House, one of Stalin’s Seven Sisters, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — and you’ll hear the legends of what has gone on inside the walls. Throughout your Moscow tour, you’ll learn curious facts from soviet history while seeing how Russia exists now, 25 years after the USSR.

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This tour exceeded our expectations. Nikolai (Nick), our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, thorough, and has a great personality. He didn't take shortcuts and really covered everything that was on the agenda in great detail. We saw beautiful metro stations and learned the history behind them, including many of the murals and designs.

We did the tour with Anna her knowledge and understanding of the History surrounding the metro brought the tour alive. Well done Anna!

This tour was amazing!

Anna was a great tour guide. She gave us heaps of interesting information, was very friendly, and very kindly showed us how to get to our next tour.

Amazing beauty and history.

An excellent tour helped by an absolutely amazing guide. Anna gave a great insight into the history of the metro helped by additional material she had prepared.

great tour and guide - thanks again

great will do it again, Miriam ke was very good as a guide she has lived here all here life so knew every interesting detail.a good day

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Allegheny County DA Zappala tours Kennywood days ahead of opening to ensure safety

With Kennywood’s opening day just two days away, the district attorney wanted to tour the park and get a sense of the security level.

Channel 11 asked him if he was confident heading into this weekend, and he said yes.

Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen Zappala walked side by side with Kennywood officials as he toured the park before opening day.

He noted the number of security cameras throughout the park and said Kiddie Land has the greatest number of cameras per square foot in Western Pennsylvania.

He also took a look at the park’s dispatch center, where security can watch cameras and direct the 100 officers who will be manning the park.

“Unfortunately, because of the number of people who come into in area, you can never be 100%, but I like it,” he said. “I like our odds.”

As we’ve reported in the past, there are concerns about people sneaking into the park. The DA told us that security will now be using AI to prevent that.

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