Tours & tickets

Hyde Park, London

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 walking tours, a Route Master bus ride and even 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 51) Southampton Row 52) Woburn Place 53) Pancras Road 54) Midland Road 55) Euston Road 56) Euston Square 57) Stephen Street 58) Great Russell Street 59) Southampton Row 60) Lancaster Place, Somerset House, Stop B 61) York Road - bus stop opposite M&S Blue Route: 19) Marble Arch, Park Lane 20) Park Lane London Hilton Hotel Stop B 31) Hyde Park Corner Station, Stop 13 32) Harrods 33) Victoria and Albert Museum 34) Gloucester Road 35) Kensington Road/ Royal Albert Hall 36) Palace Gate Tour bus stop 37) Kensington Palace 38) Palace Gardens Terrace 39) St. Petersburgh Place Tour 40) Porchester Terrace Tour 41) Lancaster Gate/ Columbia Hotel 42) Lancaster Gate Station 43) Praed Street Tour 44) Marble Arch Station/ Edgware Road

Discover the best of London with a hop-on, hop-off tour on board an open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy a trip on the London Eye as part of your ticket. Enjoy a relaxing river cruise along the Thames as part of your ticket as well. Big Bus 24-hour or 48-hour Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour A hop-on, hop-off tour is the ideal way to discover the best sights, landmarks, and attractions of London at your own pace. The tour gives you unlimited hop-on hop-off access (for 24- or 48-hours depending on the option you choose), with stops strategically placed at top locations including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, and St Paul's Cathedral. The London Eye Hop off the bus at Westminster Bridge to take an unforgettable ride on the London Eye Ferris Wheel. From the top, you'll take in the breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the city's impressive skyline. See the city's most famous sights including Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament from an unrivaled bird's eye view. Thames River Cruise With all ticket types, you can enjoy a boat cruise along the River Thames between the Tower of London to Westminster Pier (in either direction). Start your tour at any of the Big Bus stops. Popular starting points include the London Eye, Marble Arch, Victoria Station, and Trafalgar Square. Big Bus route highlights include: Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard Houses of Parliament Big Ben Westminster Abbey 10 Downing Street Whitehall Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street Regent Street Trafalgar Square 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 South Kensington Museums Kensington Palace Notting Hill.

Experience the best of London in just one day with the Tootbus London tour. Board an open-top bus that takes you around the city, providing breathtaking views of top landmarks including the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, and more. You'll also see the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral, St. James Palace, and other London highlights. Use the bus ride to make a hit list of places you want to explore, and then hop off at the nearest bus stop to delve deeper into each location. You could see the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, or climb the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral.  Food lovers can visit Borough Market, one of the best food markets in London, while those looking for a fun night out can head to Soho or take a ride on the London Eye. Enjoy an easy way to get from one landmark to another while audio commentary guides you across the city and gives you insights. If you're traveling with children, don't miss the child-friendly audio channel available in English and French, which will keep them entertained throughout the tour. Your ticket is valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours, depending on the option you choose, and you can hop on and off the bus an unlimited number of times during the validity period. So, come and explore the best of London on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. We have a stop just in front of Eurostar station as well.

This remarkable bus tour of London provides you the opportunity to explore London fascinating city in all its grandeur. Your pass allows you to hop on and off the bus at any of its many stops. See the city from a different angle on a boat cruise along the Thames (if the 24, 48, or 72-hour option is selected). On the tour route you’ll find world-renowned attractions and landmarks such as the Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe, spectacular Westminster Abbey, and of course, the inimitable Buckingham Palace. You’ll also see the most eminent precincts of the city, such as distinguished Regent Street, world-celebrated Oxford Street, and vibrant Piccadilly. Choose from 3 routes covering over 70 stops. Make use of the audio guides available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese (Brazilian), Mandarin, Japanese, Russian, Arabic, Polish, and Hindi. Blue route – The Classic Tour This route covers all the main Central London sights including the London Eye, Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Shard, St Paul’s Cathedral, Piccadilly Circus, Harrods, and more. Red Route – The Essential Tour Discover the heart and northern parts of London on the Red Route Essential Tour, including visits to Covent Garden, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, Regents Park, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Kings Cross, and other popular landmarks.. Orange Route – Explore London's famous museums like the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, and V&A Museum, along with landmarks such as the Royal Albert Hall, Harrods, and Buckingham Palace on the Orange Route Museum Tour.

See the best of London in one day from atop a classic double-decker bus. Enjoy a whirlwind journey through the city’s rich history, from the era of kings and conquerors to today’s rock stars and celebrities. Experience London’s iconic landmarks in the most fun and engaging way imaginable. Enjoy onboard amenities like state-of-the-art GPS-guided audio narration available in over 10 languages and complimentary earphones with your 24-hour bus pass. Capture stunning views and take photos from the bus. Simply board with your phone – no printed pass required. Landmarks Hop-On Hop-Off Tour (Daily 8 AM-6 PM, 2.5 hours) See Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, West End theatres, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower of London, London Bridge, London Eye, and much more. Park and Palace Hop-On Hop-Off Tour (Daily 8 AM-6 PM, approximately 1 hour) See Hyde Park, Kensington Palace Gardens, Notting Hill, Marble Arch, Paddington Station, Lancaster Gate, The Queen Mother Gates, Oxford Street, and much more.

Meet your guide at Piccadilly Circus and get an introduction to the background of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Hear what you will be doing for the next 1 hour and 45 minutes. Then proceed as a group toward The Mall. Pass by Pall Mall and Waterloo Place. Here you will learn more about the British Army and its greatest general, the Duke of Wellington. Once on The Mall, see the extraordinary monuments to royals and generals. Get a view of St. James's Park. Admire the most beautiful of the royal parks and look at the majestic open space of Horse Guards Parade. Continue toward St. James's Palace. On the way, you might see the Household Cavalry en route from their barracks in Hyde Park. The main focus, however, will be to watch the foot soldiers emerge from St. James's Palace ready for their uniform inspection. They will then march to Buckingham Palace, sometimes accompanied by a band. If you're lucky, they may even play a song! One of the highlights of your tour will be to march in step with the guards as they leave St. James's Palace. Then watch as the New Guard emerges from Wellington Barracks. They will often be accompanied by a full ceremonial band. Take a photo of Buckingham Palace from a raised platform. The tour ends with a flourish as the band plays in the palace courtyard. Marvel as the cavalry and guardsmen march past. Your guide will then help you get to your next port of call.  Please note that the army amends the itinerary on occasion. Your guide will use their know-how to ensure you enjoy the best possible experience. Sundays - As of April 2025 the army is trialing a slight variation of the usual ceremony on Sundays. It involves the same number of guard movements and locations but is referred to as a Parade rather than a Change. There is currently no indication of how long this trial will go on for.

London Hop on Hop off bus tour This super convenient hop-on hop-off bus ticket is ideal for visitors who want to see as much of the city as they can! Valid for for either 1 day, 24 or 48 hours, across all Golden Tours routes, this handy ticket lets you explore the city of London from the comfort of our open-top buses. Spend the whole day exploring the capital, jumping on and off at your leisure or whenever you pass something interesting. See landmarks and attractions such as The London Eye, the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, and Piccadilly Circus. Each bus has an informative and entertaining live English guide or audio guides in eleven languages. The open upper deck is the best way to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of this glorious city. You can use any of the routes available: The Classic Tour (Blue route): Covers all the main Central London sights and visits London’s Museum Quarter. The Essential Tour (Red route): Passes Madame Tussauds and Kings Cross, as well as Hyde Park and Regents Park, two of the prettiest parks in London. The Museum Tour (Orange route): Explore London's world-famous museums with the Museum Tour and along the way, pass by the beautiful Royal Albert Hall, Harrods, and Buckingham Palace. The Morning and Evening Drop-Off Service (Yellow and Green routes): Operating in the morning and late afternoon, this route travels from the popular hotel districts to Central London. Boat Ride available with the 24-hour and 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus tour: Enjoy an enthralling sightseeing cruise along the heart of London’s River Thames with this City Cruises boat ride. Departing from Westminster taking you to Tower Millennium Pier, or vice versa, you’ll get to soak in panoramic views of the capital’s most iconic landmarks for a sightseeing experience like no other! Free Walking Tours Enjoy the Jack The Ripper Walking Tour and/or the Royal Walking Tour as part of your sightseeing day out in London. Welcome to the Stage. Welcome to the Spotlight. Welcome to Madame Tussauds London. Step through our world-famous doors and take a leading role in the ULTIMATE fame experience. Truly immerse yourself in fame and taste the life of the rich and famous - this is your chance to shine! Through a combination of our historic artistic methods (that date back centuries, by the way!), immersive sets, and pioneering modern tech, guests can experience fame and get closer to the action like never before. Join your favorite celebs at the ULTIMATE Awards party including Eddie Redmayne and Benedict Cumberbatch, or take a seat with Tom Hardy and feel his heart beat! Strut your stuff on the catwalk with Cara, or join the Royal Family in the most regal of settings. Then use the force to be transported to a galaxy far, far away and star in the action with the greats of the Star Wars universe.

See central London's highlights as you savor a finger-licking Paddington-themed afternoon tea on this tour in a double-decker Routemaster bus. Find out about the city's sights from an audio and video guide narrated by Paddington and Mrs. Bird, and enjoy unlimited hot drinks. After boarding the iconic London bus at the meeting point, your driver will take you past some of Paddington’s favourite landmarks. As you learn about them from the audio and guide, you'll also hear about some of Paddington's fun adventures and mishaps. During the tour, feast your eyes on Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street, St. Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market, Green Park, Piccadilly Circus, and much more. Better yet, enjoy a Paddington-themed afternoon tea with unlimited tea, coffee, and hot chocolate, or soft drinks for the kids. Tuck into a selection of savories, cakes, and scones with jam and cream as you tour London in style.

Capture the heart of the city’s culture, landmarks and history on this London bus tour, while sipping a lovely cup of tea and enjoying the exquisite tastes of England. Indulge in High Tea, which is accompanied by an array of tasty sandwiches and delicious cakes and pastries. Your London bus driver will take you round several iconic sites, such as Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, St James’s Park, Hyde Park, The Royal Albert Hall, Marble Arch, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street and more. This sightseeing tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes depending on traffic. Nothing beats a good cuppa, so experience the beating heart of England like a local!

Glide through the bustling morning streets of London and admire its top attractions on a guided bike tour. Climb aboard a bike and pedal your way through the historic capital, passing highlights from Big Ben to Buckingham Palace. Kick off from Kensington Garden in the morning, cycling through this beautiful park to see where Queen Victoria grew up and where Princess Diana lived. See the Royal Albert Hall, follow Hyde Park's "rotten row," and admire the statue of one of England's greatest heroes, the Duke of Wellington. Glide through Green Park towards the official residence of the Royal family, Buckingham Palace. Hear stories about this iconic British landmark before setting off for Trafalgar Square. Gaze up at the immense 169-foot Nelson's Column. Next, marvel at Westminster Abbey, the location of lavish coronations and royal weddings. Pass by the Houses of Parliament and stop for a selfie at Big Ben. Then, circle back through the Royal Parks to the meeting point. Feel free to ask your guide for recommendations at the end of your tour.