See the highlights of majestic London on an open-top bus tour. You’ll visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, see the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, and have time for photos at Westminster Abbey. You can also take a boat ride at the end of the tour!
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Audio guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Visit St. Paul's Cathedral
- See the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
- Take photos of spectacular Westminster Abbey
Full description
Travel by bus to get a panoramic tour of West End and the City of London. Highlights include a drive past the Palace of Westminster where you can see Big Ben.
From West End, your tour continues to the magnificent Saint Paul’s Cathedral. The cathedral was built by Sir Christopher Wren in the 17th century and soon became an iconic London landmark. Situated on top of Ludgate Hill, the cathedral was one of London's tallest buildings until the 1960s. On Sundays, due to Church services, there is no guiding inside St Paul’s Cathedral.
After exploring Saint Paul’s Cathedral, your tour continues to Buckingham Palace. Buckingham Palace is well-known for its un-smiling guards in red tunics and bearskins. Days when the changing of the guard occurs, your guide will take you up to the gate to witness the famous ceremony. On days when the ceremony does not take place, your guide will take you to view the Horse Guards Parade, a different traditional ceremony.
On the River Thames Boat ride, you'll get the chance to view London's panoramic skyline, seeing many attractions such as: Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, Tate Modern and the London Eye.
Finish the tour at approximately 12:30 and enjoy a boat ride towards Embankment Pier.
Includes
- Panoramic tour of London
- Entry to St. Paul's Cathedral
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
- Boat ride (if this option is booked)
- Food and beverages unless otherwise indicated
- Optional gratuities
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet at Bus Stop 3, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SH. The nearest tube station is Victoria, which is a 5 minute walk. You must be at the meeting point 30 minutes before your booked start time.
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Know before you go
- Please note that the Stone Gallery and Golden Gallery are closed for maintenance work until 16th December. The Whispering Gallery remains open.
