City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras

History

London, one of the world’s most iconic cities, is home to a rich history spanning thousands of years. From the ancient Roman walls of the city to the grandeur of the British monarchy, London’s history is deeply embedded in its architecture, landmarks, and culture. The City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour offers an ideal way to explore the city’s most famous attractions, such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square, with the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the 54 stops along 3 different routes.

The river Thames has always been central to London’s development, and the cruise included in your ticket allows you to experience the city from a completely different perspective. You’ll pass under famous bridges, see landmarks like the London Eye, and even learn about the city’s royal history, all while enjoying the convenience and flexibility of a hop-on hop-off bus tour that lets you explore London at your own pace.

Highlights

• Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour
• Discover Tower of London, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, and Victoria & Albert Museum
• Listen to insights and engaging commentary with on-board audio commentary
• Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a river cruise along the Thames!
• Benefit from access to a direct shuttle service to transfer between lines

Full Description

Explore London on a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour. Learn about the city’s history, culture, and architecture from onboard audio commentary and enjoy the panoramic views offered by the open-topped bus. Your ticket also includes a shuttle service route.

Visit all of London’s most important sights on a bus route with 54 stops, starting at Grosvenor Gardens and ending at Buckingham Palace. See Queen Elizabeth Gate in Hyde Park and the Thames Embankment. Travel across Westminster Bridge and catch a glimpse of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and the London Eye.

See St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, and Tower Bridge. Experience the glitz and glamour of London’s West End as your tour bus heads to Leicester Square and finally, head to Buckingham Palace, the principal royal residence.

Enjoy the flexibility of exploring the sights at your own pace. You can hop off at any of the 54 stops along 3 routes and explore the nearby sights.

Purchase a 24, 48, or 72-hour ticket and enjoy a free cruise along the River Thames between Westminster Pier and Tower Pier. Pass under some of the city’s most famous bridges and see London from the water. Your tickets will also include a multitude of extras, including a Route Master bus ride and a night tour, depending on which ticket you choose!

Red Route:

1. Belvedere Road (behind the London Eye)
2. Aldwych
3. Ludgate Hill (St. Paul’s Cathedral)
4. Cannon Street Station (Stop MB)
5. London Bridge
6. Tooley Street
7. Tower Hill (Tower of London)
8. Victoria Embankment
9. Westminster Bridge (Big Ben)
10. Horseferry Road
11. Buckingham Palace
12. Rubens Hotel, Buckingham Palace Road
13. Buckingham Palace Road
14. Buckingham Palace Road (Clermont Hotel Stop R)
15. Buckingham Palace Road (Stop Z12)
16. Grosvenor Gardens
17. Hyde Park, Queen Elizabeth Gate
18. Marble Arch, Speakers’ Corner
19. Marble Arch, Park Lane
20. Park Lane London Hilton Hotel
21. Piccadilly, Hard Rock Cafe
22. Haymarket (outside Tiger Tiger restaurant)
23. Pall Mall East, left of National Gallery
24. Whitehall, Banqueting House
25. Westminster Bridge (the London Eye side)

Green Route:

1. Belvedere Road, behind the London Eye
2. Aldwych
3. Southampton Row
4. Woburn Place
5. Pancras Road
6. Midland Road
7. Euston Road
8. Euston Square
9. Stephen Street
10. Great Russell Street
11. Southampton Row
12. Lancaster Place, Somerset House, Stop B
13. York Road – bus stop opposite M&S

Blue Route:

19. Marble Arch, Park Lane
20. Park Lane London Hilton Hotel Stop B
21. Hyde Park Corner Station, Stop 13
22. Harrods
23. Victoria and Albert Museum
24. Gloucester Road
25. Kensington Road/ Royal Albert Hall
26. Palace Gate Tour bus stop
27. Kensington Palace
28. Palace Gardens Terrace
29. St. Petersburgh Place Tour
30. Porchester Terrace Tour
31. Lancaster Gate/ Columbia Hotel
32. Lancaster Gate Station
33. Praed Street Tour
34. Marble Arch Station/ Edgware Road

Includes

• 1-day, 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
• On-board audio guide in 11 languages and headphones
• Kids commentary: Blue Route – Mia Cloo’s London Quest (ask your driver for a free copy of our Mia Cloo’s London Quest booklet). Available in English
• Single journey on the River Cruise (24-hour ticket only)
• Greenwich return River Cruise (48 and 72-hour tickets only)
• Route Master bus ride (48 and 72-hour tickets only)
• Night tour (72-hour ticket only)

Meeting Point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked:

• 72-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & River Cruise
• 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & River Cruise
• 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
• 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & River Cruise
• 2.5-Hour Express Panoramic Bus Tour

Price

From $47 per person

Traveler Reviews

• “Value for money ride. With 3 routes, you need to have at least 2 days to see everything.”
• “Great, unfortunately, they don’t control the traffic, and I’ve seen people giving them bad reviews because of that. Come on, people, do better!”
• “Was able to cover so much of London, and an easy way to get around.”