London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise
From£25.2
1 days – 3 days
Commentary: Audio · hi, ar, de, ru, pt, ja, en, it, pl, fr, es, af
London, United Kingdom
About this activity
Discover London's iconic landmarks with Gray Line's flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour, featuring audio guides, free walking tours, and optional Thames River cruises.
Highlights
- Explore London's iconic landmarks at your own pace
- Enjoy a scenic Thames River cruise with stunning views
- Access to free walking tours for deeper insights
- Audio guides available in 12 languages for diverse travelers
- Flexible ticket options to suit your travel schedule
Full description
Have an unforgettable tour of London on our hop-on hop-off bus through the heart of the city. Taking you to the doorstep of the capital’s most iconic locations, you’ll get to discover the very best that one of the most famous cities in the world has to offer! Whether you decide to stay on the open top bus and soak in panoramic views of London’s most iconic landmarks or hop-off at any of the stops dotted across the city, there is much to see and discover. Be driven through the famous Parliament Square, home to Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, go past the iconic London Eye as you enjoy the hustle and bustle of London’s Southbank area, see the city’s biggest skyscraper, The Shard, visit the golden gates of Buckingham Palace, the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral and much more. With audio commentary throughout giving you the chance to learn more about the capital, it’s the perfect way to get to know London, regardless of the time or your budget!
Included / Excluded
- Audio guides available in 12 languages plus Kid's Commentary
- Hop-on Hop-off Bus ticket (choose between 4hrs, 1 day or 24hrs option at the time of booking)
- Wi-Fi on all open top buses
- *Free One-Way River Thames Boat Ride- available for the 24hrs ticket
- Live guide on selected blue routes
- Entrances to attractions
- Gratuities
- Food & Drinks
- Restroom
Important information
Know before you book
- Buses depart every 20 minutes from main tourist points; plan your day accordingly.
- Audio guides are available in 12 languages; select your preferred language in advance.
- The Thames River cruise is a one-way journey; plan your return trip accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a valid ID and your booking confirmation for ticket collection.
- Check the latest bus schedules and routes to plan your day effectively.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the activity starts
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- You can use the one way river cruise on the river Thames (for the 24hrs ticket option only) between Westminster to Tower Millennium pier or vice versa.
- Audio guides available in 12 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic).
- No restroom available on board.
- Duration valid from when you first hop-on the bus. Unlimited usage within your chosen timeframe. Does not include London by Night service.
- Children under 5 years of age travel free.
- This is Hop-On Hop-Off bus service, you can join at any Golden Tours bus stop.
- The Orange Route operates every 30 minutes, Monday to Thursday.
Traveler reviews
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Buckingham Palace tour with Robin of Golden Tours
It was an eye-opening experience learning of the why’s to what was happening and what was around us.
raffyz2023May 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Walking tour by Golden tours
It was a good walking tour . Mr Robin was very informative
251aneeshvMay 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Broken buses
To complete the entire route required 4 different buses & drivers because buses kept breaking down.
JanetM215May 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Emma’s knowledge added to the experience
Great 2 hour tour of London which was made special by Emmas (guide) knowledge of the area and the quirky information which you wouldn’t get from an audio recording. She was friendly, funny and engaged with all the passengers in a lovely manner.
loisa385May 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great tour with friendly guide
Great tour of central London seeing all the essential sights with great commentary from our guide Emma. Thoroughly recommended
JFr4serMay 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
You can use the one way river cruise on the river Thames (for the 24hrs ticket option only) between Westminster to Tower Millennium pier or vice versa. Audio guides available in 12 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic). No restroom available on board. Duration valid from when you first hop-on the bus. Unlimited usage within your chosen timeframe. Does not include London by Night service. Children under 5 years of age travel free. This is Hop-On Hop-Off bus service, you can join at any Golden Tours bus stop. The Orange Route operates every 30 minutes, Monday to Thursday.