Hop-on Hop-off London Bus Tour with The London Eye & Madame Tussauds London
Highlights
- Unlimited hop-on hop-off tour for 24 hours
- Enjoy sights of the London Eye, St Paul’s, Westminster Abbey & more
- Mingle with the stars at the famous Madame Tussauds London
- Ride into the skies on the iconic London Eye
- Take to the waters on a River Thames boat cruise
- Audio guides available on the bus in 12 languages + kids commentary in English
Inclusions
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Description
Hop-on Hop-off Bus
Have an unforgettable London adventure on our open-top bus tours, taking you to all of London’s most loved landmarks and locations. From the historic St Paul’s Cathedral to the glistening Shard skyscraper, there are multiple stops for you to hop on and off as you please. You’ll get to see Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe and many more of the city’s most iconic landmarks. When adventuring through London, you’ll get to enjoy a fascinating insight into the rich history of one of the most famous cities in the world with our onboard commentary – it’s not to be missed!
The Routes:
- The Classic Tour (Blue route): Taking you to all the main Central London landmarks, passing Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and much more.
- The Essential Tour (Red route): Explore the centre and North of London. Covering Hyde Park, Regent's Park, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds and King's Cross, as well as many of the Central ‘must-sees’.
- The Museum Tour (Orange Route): Spend the day discovering London’s iconic museums such as the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and V&A Museum, as well as the Royal Albert Hall, Harrods and Buckingham Palace.
Madame Tussauds London
This incredible London attraction has been making figures for over 150 years. Each masterpiece takes four months and a team of 20 dedicated sculptors to create. Over 500 precise body measurements are referenced, and real head hairs are inserted one by one - all to achieve the kind of astonishing realism that has kept Madame Tussauds London world-renowned for over two centuries.
The London Eye
The London Eye offers breathtaking views of London from high above the River Thames. See Big Ben towering above the Houses of Parliament, and follow St. James Park as it sweeps down to Buckingham Palace. A Standard Ticket Experience on the London Eye lasts for approximately 30 minutes, the time it takes for the London Eye to revolve completely. Relax in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules and enjoy the London skyline at your leisure.
River Thames Boat Ride
Enjoy an enthralling sightseeing cruise along the heart of London’s River Thames with this one-way boat ride. Choose to depart from Westminster or Tower Millennium Pier and soak in panoramic views of the capital’s most iconic landmarks for a sightseeing experience like no other! Discover fascinating facts as you cruise with live commentary from the captain or audio guide.
River Cruise Route Map and Timetable
Free Walking Tours
Learn more about the history of London with a Jack the Ripper Walking Tour and/or the Royal Walking Tour. As you travel back to Victorian London, you’ll uncover the morbid mystery surrounding Jack the Ripper as well as the locations of the murders and clues. Alternatively, embark on a royal tour of London to find out more about King Charles’ Coronation and sites frequented by members of the royal family.
Additional Information
- Cancellation policy. A full refund can only be issued if tickets are cancelled at least 24 hours before your entry date and time.
- The Orange Route operates every 30 minutes, Monday to Thursday.
- Your bus ticket is valid from the moment you get on your first bus.
- Audio Guides in English (+ kids), French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic.
- You will receive an e-ticket for this tour.
Schedule
Live Guides:
English-speaking live guides operate on many of our open-top buses. To guarantee travelling with a live guide for a complete loop, please board the bus at stop 77, London Eye, Belvedere Road, SE1 7GH on the hour.
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes on the Red and Blue routes. Every 30 minutes on the Orange route.
Departure points:
You can join the tour from any of our multiple stops. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted with the words "Golden Tours" below the Transport for London bus stop logo. Each bus stop will also display its stop number. Bus stop numbers can be found in the timetable link.
Known events or delays that may impact the service: Click here to view the latest service information
Boat Ride: Operated by City Cruises.
Boats leave every 30 minutes from:
Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH
Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT
The boat cruise is approx. 30 minutes in duration, depending on where you choose to disembark.
Madame Tussauds London: Open daily
London Eye:
16 Jul to 31 Aug and 25 Oct to 2 Nov: 10am to 8:30pm
1 Sept to 24 Oct and 3 Nov to 18 Dec: 11am to 6pm
19 Dec to 30 Dec: 10am to 8:30pm
24 Dec: 10am to 5:30pm
31 Dec: 10am to 3pm
Location: Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB
Nearest tube station: Waterloo
Exceptions:
- 25 December (Christmas Day): Closed
Jack the Ripper Walking Tour
Start time: 3:30pm daily (Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time)
Finish time: 5pm
Departure Point and Directions: Tower Hill Tram. Trinity Square. London EC3N 4TH. This is the ice cream stall outside Tower Hill Underground Station exit.
Return Point: Near Liverpool Street Underground Station
Royal Walking Tour
Start time: 10am daily (Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time)
Finish: 12pm
Departure Point: Tourist Bus Stop outside The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Gate, SW1A 1AA (Nearest underground station: Victoria and Green Park)
Return Point: Westminster Abbey (Nearest underground station: Westminster Station)
