London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

About this activity

Highlights

• Explore iconic landmarks at your own pace
• Enjoy panoramic views from open-top buses
• Learn about London's history with audio guides
• Access to free walking tours at major sites
• Benefit from discounts at partner attractions

Full description

Included / Excluded

• Unlimited access to hop-on hop-off bus routes
• Free walking tours at select landmarks
• Discounts at partner attractions

• Admission fees to attractions

Important information

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair Accessible
• Stroller Accessible
• Service Animals Allowed
• Easy Public Transport
• Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

• Red Route - First departure from Stop 1 at 8.45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30pm. Frequency is every 20 minutes until 3:30pm, then every 30 minutes until 6:30pm. Full loop duration: 150 minutes
• Red Route audio guide languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Arabic
• Green Route: Duration: 90 minutes. Departures until further notice from Stop 1: Monday - Thursday: 9:10am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 4:10pm, 4:40pm, 5:10pm, 5:40pm. Friday - Sunday: 9:10am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 3:10pm, 3:40pm, 4:10pm, 4:30pm, 4:50pm, 5:10pm, 5:30pm
• Green Route audio guide languages: English, French, Spanish, German and Italian
• Blue Route - First departure from Stop 20 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 20 at 5:40pm. Last full loop is at 4:40pm. Duration: 80 minutes. Frequency is every 45 minutes
• Blue Route audio guide languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Kids commentary
• Customers can start their tour at any of the stops along the routes. Stop 1 on the Red Route and Green Shuttle Service is Belvedere Road
• Stop 11 Buckingham Palace is closed every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11am - 12pm due to the Changing of the Guards
• Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be accepted at any of the stops along the routes. Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out
• 24-hour ticket includes a one-way cruise between Westminster Pier and Tower Pier. You can start the cruise from either pier. Departs every 40 minutes. Duration: 35 mins approx. First departure (both piers): 10am. Last departure (from Tower pier): 6:55pm. Last departure (from Westminster): 7:20pm. You will be given your cruise ticket when you redeem your voucher on the bus
• 48 and 72-hour tickets include a same day return trip to and from Greenwich Pier. Departs every 40 minutes. Duration: 35 minutes approx. First departure to Greenwich (from both piers): 10am. Last departure to Greenwich from Westminster Pier: 4pm. Last departures from Greenwich to Westminster Pier: 5:50pm. You will be given your cruise ticket when you redeem your voucher on the bus
• Night Tour (included in the 72-hour ticket only): Operates daily at 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9:15pm, 9:45pm and 10:20pm (April - September). Operates daily at 7:30pm and 9:20pm (October - March). Departure Stop: Outside Green Park Station
• 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
• 2.5-Hour Express Panoramic bus tour (if option is selected): includes a 2.5-hour panoramic single loop of London only, with no hopping off. Every seat on our top deck offers 360-degree views of London's top sights. You'll be treated to perfect shots of London's skyline with nothing in your way and informative audio guides point out histories, secrets, and the city's lively spirit. You can start your journey at any of our stops on the Red Route. Please note, this is not a hop-on hop-off service. Buses run every 20 minutes until 3:30pm, then every 30 minutes. First departure from Stop 1 at 8:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30pm
• Stop 12 Horseferry Road will be suspended Monday - Friday until further notice due to extensive traffic conditions around the Lambeth Bridge area. The stop will continue to be served on Saturdays and Sundays only. The nearest alternative boarding point is Stop 10 Westminster Pier (next to Big Ben)
• Stop 17 Grosvenor Gardens (Red Route) is temporarily closed until further notice. Customers should use Stop 16 Buckingham Palace Road instead, located directly outside Victoria Station

Traveler reviews

Additional information