Hop-on Hop-off London Bus Tour with SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Highlights
- Hop-on hop-off bus tour with multiple stops across London
- Visit the incredible SEA LIFE London Aquarium
- Walk the glass tunnel, tropical walkway, and see thousands of marine creatures
- Enjoy a sightseeing River Thames cruise*
- Audio guides available on the bus in 12 languages + kids commentary in English
Please choose between Off-Peak, Peak or Same Day
Inclusions
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Description
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
This incredible London hop-on hop-off open bus tour grants you the freedom and convenience to explore the city in depth. See world-renowned attractions such as the Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe and spectacular Westminster Abbey, as well as, of course, the inimitable Buckingham Palace. It’s the quickest and easiest way to see all the city has to offer.
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.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Enjoy entrance to this fantastic experience in the centre of the city, spread over three incredible floors. Along the journey, walk under a stunning glass tunnel walkway, feed the Stingrays, watch diving displays and visit touch pools and discovery zones. Other marine life includes Green Turtles, Seahorses, Octopus, Zebra Sharks and the ever-popular Clown Fish. The final highlight is the deeper, darker zone of the Pacific Ocean - take a walk on the wild side and watch 10 species of sharks swim beneath your feet from a suspended glass platform.
River Thames Cruise*
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.
*Only valid with a 24-hour bus ticket
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.
- Your bus ticket is valid from the moment you get on your first bus.
- *River Thames cruise is only available with 24-hour bus tickets.
- The Orange Route operates every 30 minutes, Monday to Thursday.
- Audio guides in English (+ kids), French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic.
Schedule
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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
River Thames 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.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Mon-Fri & Sunday: 10am to 5pm (last entry)
Sat: 9:30am-6pm (Last Entry)
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)
Please choose between Off-Peak, Peak or Same Day
