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London: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off with Optional River Cruise
3648 ReviewsExplore London's iconic landmarks on a Big Bus hop-on hop-off bus tour and Thames River cruise. See top sights like the Tower of London, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and more.
Highlights
- Explore iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye
- Hop on and off 3 unique routes, exploring over 50 stops across London
- Enjoy a Thames River Cruise with live commentary and stunning riverside views
- Discover hidden gems on guided walking tours, including Jack the Ripper
- Experience the magic of London lit up at night onboard a Panoramic Evening Tour
Description
Discover the best of London with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and Thames River cruise. Visit iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and more, with engaging onboard commentary that brings the city’s history and culture to life. Choose from three fantastic routes, each offering a unique perspective on the city. The Red Route takes you past historic highlights like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, and St Paul’s Cathedral. The Blue Route spans central London, from Kensington Palace in the west to the Tower of London in the east, with stops at Harrods, the Natural History Museum, Notting Hill, and more. The Green Route connects King’s Cross and St Pancras stations to Covent Garden, passing the British Museum along the way. Upgrade to a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket to include a Thames River Cruise, featuring live commentary in eight languages and stunning views of attractions like Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, and Shakespeare’s Globe. Enhance your experience with the 48-hour ticket option, which includes guided walking tours led by expert guides. Discover hidden gems with tours such as The Royal Walk, Tales of the City, or Jack the Ripper. For an unforgettable evening, choose a 48-hour ticket with a Panoramic Evening Tour, offering breath-taking views of London’s illuminated landmarks as the city lights up the night sky. Big Bus route highlights include: Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament Westminster Abbey 10 Downing Street Whitehall Horseguards Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street Regent Street Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column London Eye London Dungeon Sea Life London Aquarium Madame Tussauds Covent Garden Bank of England Monument St Pauls Cathedral Tower of London Tower Bridge The Shard City Hall Lambeth Palace British Museum Marble Arch Mayfair Green Park Hyde Park Corner Harrods Natural History Museum Victoria & Albert Museum Science Museum Kensington Palace Notting HillIncludes
One-day, 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket (depending on option selected) Thames River cruise (with 24- and 48-hour options) 3 guided walking tours (with 48-hour options) Royal Walk, Harry Potter, and Jack the Ripper Panoramic evening tour (if option selected) Digital commentary in multiple languages Headphones WiFi on-boardImportant Information
- With 24- or 48-hour tickets, enjoy a one-way Thames river cruise with live commentary between Westminster and Tower Pier (approx. 40 minutes). Cruises run every 15–40 minutes in summer, and every 30–40 minutes in winter. After booking, download your City Cruises ticket from our portal and show it to City Cruises staff before boarding. Walking tours are included only with 48-hour tickets. Join our expert guides for the Royal Walk (10:00, Stop 7), Jack the Ripper Walk (13:00, Stop 16), or Harry Potter Tour (16:00, Stop 18). If selected, the Evening Tour departs at 19:30 from Stop 11 (London Eye), lasts 2 hours, and is not hop-on, hop-off. Buses run every 10–20 minutes in summer and every 15–30 minutes in winter. All buses are wheelchair accessible. Children aged 3 and under travel free of charge and do not require a ticket. Download the Big Bus app to track buses and find stop locations.
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