Hop-on Hop-off London Bus Tours with Free 24 Hours, London Eye & Tower of London
Highlights
- Choose between a 24-hour or 1 day Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
- 4 routes showcasing London’s most famous landmarks
- Take to the waters for a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames
- Audio guides available on the bus in 12 languages
- Free extra 24 hours if travelling before 31st March when booking the 24, 48 or 72 hour tickets
Inclusions
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Please Note:
- Tickets may be cancelled 24 hours prior to visit.
- Your 24-hour bus ticket and boat ride is valid from the moment you get on your first bus.
- Free River cruise is not applicable with the 1-day Hop-on Hop-off bus ticket options.
- The East Gate on Tower Wharf will be closed from 8th Jan to 28th Feb 2025.
- Audio Guides in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic.
Description
Free additional 24 hours
Travel before 31st March & receive a free additional 24 hours with your 24, 48 or 72-hour open-top bus tour ticket
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Soak in sensational views of the city of London from the top deck of our open top bus tours. Come up close to the domed St Paul’s Cathedral, venture through Parliament Square, see the world-famous Westminster Abbey, peep through the golden gates of the King’s royal residence, Buckingham Palace, and much more! With 70 stops and 4 different routes to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice on where to explore first. If you’re a Shakespeare fan, hop-off at the iconic Shakespeare’s Globe or for thrill-seekers, hop-off at The Shard and ascend 800 feet above ground level for the best views in the capital. If you choose to stay onboard and enjoy the panoramic sights, you’ll get to discover London’s rich history with onboard audio commentary.
The Routes:
- The Classic Tour (Blue route): Taking you to all the main Central London landmarks, passing, the London Eye, Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Shard and much more.
- The Essential Tour (Red route): Explore the centre and North of London. Covering Hyde Park, Regents Park, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds and Kings Cross, as well as many of the Central ‘must-sees’.
- The Museum Tour (Orange Route): Spend the day discovering London’s iconic museums such as the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and V&A Museum as well as the Royal Albert Hall, Harrods and Buckingham Palace.
- The Morning and Evening Drop off Service (Yellow and Green routes): Conveniently transporting you from the hotel region of West London, into the centre. Making your day as effortless and enjoyable as possible.
River Thames Boat Ride*
Enjoy an enthralling sightseeing cruise along the heart of London’s River Thames with this one-way boat ride. Choose to depart from Westminster or Tower Millennium Pier and soak in panoramic views of the capital’s most iconic landmarks for a sightseeing experience like no other! Discover fascinating facts as you cruise with live commentary from the captain or audio guide.
The lastminute.com London Eye
Discover breathtaking views of London as you ascend 135 metres into the sky in the London Eye’s iconic glass capsules. Offering spectacular 360-degree views of the city, you’ll be sure to see Big Ben towering above the Houses of Parliament, follow St. James Park as it sweeps down to Buckingham Palace. Is the King at home? You’ll spot the flag flying if he is.
A Standard Ticket Experience on the London Eye lasts for approximately 30 minutes, the time it takes for the London Eye to revolve completely. Relax in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules and enjoy the London skyline at your leisure.
Tower of London
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, HM Tower of London is one of the most famous castle keeps in the world. It was built in 1066 by William the Conqueror to showcase Norman power, subdue and terrify Londoners and to deter foreign invaders. It’s now an iconic symbol of London and Britain and one of the world’s premier tourist attractions. Venture inside to discover the famous Yeoman Warders, the majestic Crown Jewels and more!
Free Walking Tours
Discover the history of London with a Jack The Ripper Walking Tour and/or the Coronation Walking Tour. Learn about King Charles’ Coronation and sites frequented by members of the royal family. Or why not travel back to Victorian London to uncover the morbid mystery surrounding Jack the Ripper and the locations of his murders and clues.
Schedule
Departure point: You can join the tour from any of our multiple stops. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted with the words Golden Tours sitting below the Transport for London bus stop logo. Each bus stop will also display its stop number. Bus stop numbers can be found in the timetable link:
Click here to view the latest service information.
Free Boat Ride:
These cruises are operated by City Cruises and approx. 30 minutes in duration.
Boats leave every 30 minutes from:
Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH
Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT
Lastminute.com London Eye opening times: Daily from 11am to 6pm (Closed 25th December)
Tower of London: Daily (Closed 24th - 26th December and 1st January)
Jack the Ripper Walking Tour
Start time: 3:30pm daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish time: 5pm
Departure Point and Directions: Exit Tower Hill Station, London and wait at the Ice Cream Refreshments stand next to the station exit
Return Location: Near Liverpool Street Underground Station
Royal Walking Tour
Start time: 10am daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish: 12pm
Departure Point: Tourist Bus Stop outside The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Gate, SW1A 1AA (Nearest underground station: Victoria and Green Park)
Return Point: Westminster Abbey (Nearest underground station: Westminster Station)