Vintage London Bus Tour with Thames Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Ride a classic 1960s double-decker bus
- Enjoy a scenic Thames River cruise
- Optional London Eye experience
- See iconic landmarks like Big Ben
- Learn about London's rich history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour on a classic 1960s double-decker bus
- Thames River cruise with panoramic views
- Optional London Eye experience
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Enjoy a great photo stop outside Buckingham Palace
Enjoy a photo stop outside Westminster Abbey
Pass by: Enjoy the view of British Parliaments from the bus
Pass by: See the Clock Tower
Pass by: Drive up Whitehall and see Downing street where houses the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister
Pass by: Drive through Trafalgar Square and see Nelson's column
Pass by: Drive past the Law Courts of England and Wales. It is a large grey stone edifice in the Victorian Gothic Revival style built in the 1870s and opened by Queen Victoria in 1882. It is one of the largest courts in Europe.
Pass by: See the magnificent cathedral rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after the great Fire of 1666.
Photo stop at Tower of London
Enjoy the guided boat trip on the River Thames from Tower pier to London Eye. You will see Tower of London, Tower Bridge, The Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe and the Houses of Parliament etc. all views from the river!
Pass by: Enjoy the view from the river
Pass by: See the view of Globe Theatre from the river
Pass by: See the London Eye from the River
Meeting point
Start Location
Victoria Coach Station, Buckingham Palace Road, London, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- The London Eye experience is optional and can be added during booking.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; cancellations may occur due to severe weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as the Thames cruise is open-air.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Please note: this is an open top bus tour, please be prepared for the possibility of rain. On rare occasions the open top bus may be changed to a closed top bus
- You’ll enjoy a great photo stop outside Buckingham Palace. In the afternoon, there are often fewer crowds, making it easier to take in the views and capture the perfect picture of this iconic landmark.
Traveler reviews
Wonderful tour!
Fantastic scenic ride throughout London. Got to see all the top spots and learn a little bit about each. Stephen and Eugene were great! The river cruise was also a wonderful way to see more sites from a different perspective. The whole family really enjoyed the tour!
Relaxing and Exciting Bus Tour
The Vintage Bus Tour was fantastic! Lisa was very knowledgeable and made us laugh! My kids are 8 and 10 and they absolutely loved it! Shawn was a great driver! He kept us safe and was excellent at navigating the busy London streets!
Always be ready to jump off the boat !
Tour started well with the bus. The cruise was interesting until Westminster, but as the next stop (London Eye) arrived the stop was so short that the crew asked us to wait and let passengers board before letting us off. The crew simply told us to wait while they were obviously removing the jetty and heading off. Arguments flew , it to no avail as the staff would do nothing… 15 passengers wanting to alight were not listened to , but as you all know on board the captain is always right… unpleasant but the boat did finally turn around .
Great time
Tour guide was alot of fun and very knowledgeable! Enjoyed the Uber boat ride & the London eye. Would recommend.
Festival of Colleen - highlight of London
Did this tour with Lisa, this was our best tour of our stay and 3rd tour but she gave us info we hadn’t been told previously and covered a lot of sites. Followed by the river cruise which was great! Being a beautiful sunny day also always helps.