Open-Top London Bus Tour with Live Guide
About this activity
Highlights
- See the Tower of London
- Pass by Buckingham Palace
- View the Houses of Parliament
- Admire the London Eye
- Explore Trafalgar Square
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Live commentary from a professional guide
- Panoramic views of London's iconic landmarks
- Flexible hop-on, hop-off access at designated stops
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
The tour will start at London Eye, Belvedere Road, Tourist bus stop number 77, London, SE1 7GH (nearest tube station is Waterloo, 2 minute walk) where you will board an open top bus tour to see some of London’s most famous sights as dusk falls.
Pass by: Buckingham Palace, the grand and iconic London residence of Her Majesty the Queen is an absolute must-see on any visit to London. A fully working royal palace, housing not only The Queen, but serving as the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household.
Pass by: The Tower of London, founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7, is one of the world’s most famous fortresses yet despite its grim reputation as a place of torture and death, there are so many more stories to be told. The ancient stones reverberate with dark secrets, priceless jewels glint in fortified vaults and ravens strut the grounds.
Pass by: An essential addition to any visit to London and set in the heart of the city, Westminster Abbey is legendary and iconic. Boasting a rich history that spans over one thousand years, the site was originally occupied by Benedictine monks in the middle of the tenth century. The current gothic masterpiece has stood there for about 700 years. The imperious gothic master work is truly breathtaking and the intricate stained glass is some of the most beautiful in the UK.
Pass by: Also known as the Millennium Wheel, London Eye is one of the largest Ferris wheel in Europe and one of the most popular attractions in the UK. The iconic London Eye offers breathtaking views of London from high above the River Thames.
Pass by: The Elizabeth Tower, also known as “Big Ben“, dates from 1858 and had its 150th anniversary in 2009. It is one of the most iconic symbols of the UK and a must see attraction in London. Big Ben is famous in the world for its accuracy and for its massive bell.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Check the tour schedule for operating hours and frequency of buses.
- Confirm the availability of live guides on the day of your tour.
- Review the cancellation policy in case of any changes to your plans.
Know before you go
- Dress appropriately for the weather conditions, as the tour is conducted on an open-top bus.
- Bring a valid ID for verification purposes.
- Ensure you have a fully charged mobile device to access the audio guide if needed.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please Note: This is not a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and customers will need to remain on the bus for the duration of the tour
- The tour itinerary and order may change.
- Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day
- There will be no breaks during the tour
- No food will be provided on this tour
- We reserve the right to refuse entry onto the bus
- Buses will be cleaned thoroughly after every tour
- We are aiming to have a live guide on every departure, however due to the current situation, a live guide can not be guaranteed
Traveler reviews
Fun night bus tour!
We enjoyed the Nighttime Open Top Bus tour very much ! Our tour guide Matthew was very knowledgeable and entertaining! Highly recommend this tour!
Blue route with tour guide Emma
Emma was fantastic. Knowledge was amazing, and passionate about what she was talking about. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Was on the 12 noon tour just behind Emma. Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge xx
Great tour!
Great tour! Very informative and entertaining. Emma was great! Highly recommend!!
One day coach tour
Day tour to Warwick Castle, Shakespeare’s house in Stratford upon Avon and walk round Oxford. Driver and tour host were great. Just a flavour of each place and I intend to go to Warwick Cadtle again and Oxford.
Not the best choice in hot weather
Buses take ages, we had to wait 40-50 minutes in the scorching hot sun and this humid weather. The operator that sells the tickets is super pushy and doesn't let us talk about it without feeling rushed. He gave the illusion of an option, but it seemed like we had no choice but to buy. We weren't told that we had to bring headphones to listen to the tour, because the voice was super quiet in the speakers. The operator told us there was 15 minutes waiting time for each bus, but we had to wait way longer. This is not fun when I have a mother with issues walking/standing. The prices on the website seem way cheaper than it is in person too.