open top bus tour london

London Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour

The ultimate day tour of london. this hop-on hop-off open top bus tour includes 70 stops across london that you can jump off at and explore the city.

London by Night Open Top Bus Tour

Enjoy london lights as you see all the main city sights beautifully illuminated at night.

1 Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket

This super convenient one day hop-on hop-off bus ticket is ideal for visitors who want to see as much of the city.

Hop on Hop off Bus Tour - 24 Hour Ticket Tower of London

The ultimate day tour of london. this extensive hop on hop off bus tour is sure to fulfill your every wish.

Buckingham Palace Hop on Hop off Bus Tour - 24 Hour Ticket

Tickets to the royal residence - buckingham palace, see the royal collection and the state rooms.

Christmas Lights London by Night Tour

As the sun sets on london around the festive season, the whole city comes alive with christmas light displays.

join us on a quintessentially british journey

The Classic Tour is London’s number one bus tour and sightseeing experience. Step on board our carefully restored classic 1960s Double Decker Routemaster buses for a unique open top ride through the best attractions in the city.

Our hand-picked, highly trained, entertaining and comedic tour guides are the best in the business and will help you experience an authentic London you may have never known. They are also very funny. You will see more, learn more and understand the astonishing history of the Capital.

Our tours depart from Northumberland Avenue at:

Please Note: Our tours only run on certain days, please check our booking form for the latest date & time information

Please note that tour times are subject to change.

Ticket Types

Choice of seats and deck are given on a first-come first-serve basis.

The following tickets are available when you book:

HOW TO FIND US

Our bus stop is right at the centre of London, on Northumberland Avenue, just off Trafalgar Square. This is where the tour begins and ends. Our bus stop is outside the Grand Hotel, opposite the Sherlock Holmes pub.

Public Transport Links

Train: Charing Cross station, Embankment tube station

Bus: 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 87, 88, 91, 159, 176, 453 – Trafalgar Square area

Your Journey

In 75 minutes, our open top, refurbished, 1960s Routemaster bus will take you on a sightseeing tour of the top attractions in London. Perfect for days out in London, our tours have been specifically designed to show you all the sights of the city. Visit London’s iconic buildings including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace (weekend only or as traffic permits), the London Eye, the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral and The Shard in our uniquely tailored London tours.

we are a unique tour with a unique story behind it

Every detail of the Classic Tour has been worked out, including relevant atmospheric music and sound effects to add to your experience.  The Classic Tour lasts 75-90 minutes (depending on traffic) and you will see all the famous sights of London. These include the amazing and historical Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Downing Street, The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, The Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, London Bridge, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, The Shard and St. Paul’s Cathedral amongst much much more.

Did you know?

The Routemaster has retained iconic status, and is considered a British cultural icon. In 2006, the Routemaster was voted one of Britain’s top 10 design icons which included Concorde, Mini, Supermarine Spitfire, London tube map, World Wide Web and the K2 telephone box.

• Private Hire
• Privacy Policy
• TERMS & CONDITIONS

Connect with us

Have a query? send us an email and we'll get back to you, asap.

St Paul’s Cathedral, London, is an Anglican cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese of London. It sits on Ludgate Hill at the highest point of the City of London and is a Grade 1 listed building.

Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, built around the area formerly known as Charing Cross. Its name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars with France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar, Spain.

Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. It has been a focal point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and mourning.

Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of St Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, just to the west of the Palace of Westminster.

The Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge and formerly London Bridge Tower, is a 95-storey skyscraper in Southwark, London, that forms part of the London Bridge Quarter development. Standing 309.7 metres (1,016 ft) high, the Shard is the tallest building in the United Kingdom, the fourth-tallest building in Europe and the 111th-tallest building in the world.

The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. It lies within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, separated from the eastern edge of the square mile of the City of London by the open space known as Tower Hill.

The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. The structure is 443 feet (135 m) tall and the wheel has a diameter of 394 feet (120 m). When it opened to the public in 2000 it was the world’s tallest Ferris wheel.

Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London built between 1886 and 1894. The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London, resulting in it sometimes being confused with London Bridge, situated some 0.5 mi (0.80 km) upstream

Downing Street is a street in London, United Kingdom, known for housing the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. “Downing Street” is used as a metonym for the Government of the United Kingdom.

• Stonehenge Tours
• London Tours
• Harry Potter
• Paris Trips
• Out of London
• Rock 'n' Roll
• Other Tours Open Top Bus Downton Abbey Lunch and Afternoon Tea Tower Of London London Eye Windsor Castle Evening Tours
• Contacts UK 020-7713-1311 US 1-800-815-4003

Your one-course meal is a choice of either Fish and Chips or Vegetarian dish available on the day. Drinks are available at additional cost. The pub is located near Victoria station.

TRIP ITINERARY

Open Top Vintage Bus Tour with Live Professional Guide

What better way to enjoy the highlights of London than from on board a Classic 1950s Route-master Bus with a live professional guide?

Enjoy great views of the capital’s iconic sights, both old and new, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, London Bridge & the London Eye. The Vintage Double Decker Bus Tour includes a photo stop at Westminster Abbey, burial place of Britain’s monarchs and the host for coronations and many royal weddings since its construction in the eleventh century.

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the home of the British monarchy and it was The Queen Elizabeth II’s residence in London as well as her administrative headquarters.  We stop here for a photo.

Private guided cruise on the River Thames

Finally we will take a guided private extended boat trip on the River Thames. Enjoy excellent views of The Houses of Parliament, St. Paul's Cathedral, The Shard, Shakespeare's Globe and many more from the river whilst being entertained by our tour guide. (Private cruise exclusive to Premium Tours customers operates during summer months.)

Why not upgrade to add a visit to The London Eye, The Tower of London or Fish & Chips lunch?

• Panoramic tour of London on Open top Vintage bus
• Thames River Cruise
• Photo stop outside Buckingham Palace
• Transfer and entry to the venue (when upgrade option selected)
• Professional Guide

Please note:

• Please note that 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 or a coach
• When the guard change does not take place, we stop instead for photos of Buckingham Palace
• Boarding starts 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time
• Transfer for all venues is available except for Madame Tussauds and Tower of London. Tour ends at each venue leaving you to explore at your leisure.

[email protected]

Copyright © Premium Tours 2024

THE 10 BEST Hop-On Hop-Off Tours in London, England

Hop-on hop-off tours in london.

• Historical & Heritage Tours
• Archaeology Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Chinese (Simplified)
• Chinese (Traditional)
• Likely to Sell Out
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise

2. City Sightseeing London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

3. Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye option

4. Golden Tours London Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Sightseeing Bus Tour

5. Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames

6. Big Bus London Open-Top Evening Tour

7. The Big Day out - London Eye Ticket, London Hop-on Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise

8. London: Harry Potter Walking Tour + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

9. IFS Cloud Cable Car and Uber Boat by Thames Clippers Hop On Hop Off Pass

10. Tower of London with London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise

11. London Discovery by Day and by Night Hop-On Hop-off Tours

12. London Tootbus Hop on Hop off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise

13. Ride of Routemaster and See London

14. London Tootbus Discovery Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

15. London Tour Hop-on Hop-off Bus optional Thames River cruise

16. London Christmas Day 1 Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

17. London by Night Tootbus Sightseeing Bus Tour

18. 7 Day Winter Tour of England and Scotland starting from London

19. London Eye Fast-Track Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise

20. London for 5 Days with Stay in English Families Home

21. Full Day London Pick & Mix Customized Tour

22. 7 Day Tour Exploring England and Scotland starting from London

23. full day london pick & mix customized tour, what travellers are saying.

• Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise
• City Sightseeing London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
• Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye option
• Thames 24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off River Cruise
• Golden Tours London Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Sightseeing Bus Tour
• Vox City International Ltd
• Big Bus Tours
• Tootbus London
• Happy Tourist Pvt Ltd
• Booking Agency London
• Thames River Sightseeing
• City Cruises
• Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
• Liudmila Saburova Russian Guide In England

Activities stay in your cart for up to 20 minutes

Please check the availability of the products and add them back to your cart

Please checkout again

Explore at your own pace with the Hop on Hop off bus of London City Tour !

Buy your tickets

BUY NOW, PAY LATER WITH PAYPAL

10% OFF ONLINE EXCLUSIVE

GET ON AND OFF WHENEVER YOU WANT

MULTILINGUAL AUDIO GUIDE

ACCESSIBLE VEHICLE

Our Products

London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus 1 Day Ticket

• 1 day Hop on - Hop off ticket
• Audio guide in 11 languages
• Free Wifi on board
• Hop on and off as many times as you want
• More than 20 stops near the main monuments
• Panoramic views

Hop on Hop off 24 h Ticket + Thames River Cruise

• 24 h Hop on - Hop off ticket
• Thames River Cruise
• Hop on and off the bus as many times as you want

Hop on Hop off 48 h Ticket + Thames River Cruise

• 48 h Hop on - Hop off ticket

format_quote We spent 3 days sightseeing with London City Tour. In addition to the sightseeing bus, we also did the walking tours and the boat trip that are free with the longer tickets. The complete package!

format_quote Very complete routes, perfect for a better view of everything London has to offer and that we would not have known otherwise. They have over one hundred stops that you can easily find with the App.

format_quote The best option to visit such a big city with family and small children. Enjoy the panoramic views, entertain yourself with the audio guide and travel long distances without crowds. Lucas García

Featured articles

Let us tell you why we are the best option for a hop on hop off bus in London.

23 April, 2024

London Chinese community is preparing a great festival to welcome the Chinese New Year...

4 February, 2019

London not only gathers most of the places related to the history of the Royal Family...

16 January, 2019

About CityTour

At Crown Sightseeing© we want you to experience London as you have never done it before. Enjoy all the benefits of a hop-on hop-off bus and explore at your own pace without the concerns of arranging transportation to move from one landmark to another.

Know more about CityTour arrow_forward

When in the city, the popular double-decker open top red buses will welcome you to a reliable and convenient service to tour London’s most iconic sights, from the Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London.

All of our routes are designed to offer a sophisticated tour for everyone to enjoy the city, whether you are a seasoned traveler or a first time visitor.

The whole fleet of buses is adapted to wheelchair users with one reserved space in the ground floor for a chair. At the same time, each bus is equipped with every service required for you to have a great time in London.

Once on board, you will have access to the free Wi-Fi . We recommend you to download the official Crown Sightseeing App and check the real-time location of the buses, a true game changer!

Crown Sightseeing© is the official sightseeing bus tour of London, operated by the union of three of the most prestigious companies in the travel and tourism industry: Julià Travel , Stagecoach and City Sightseeing . We have combined our more than 80 years of experience in tourism and transportation to offer you the best options for your trip. Offering great service, quality and safety are the three pillars of our company.

We invite you to discover our routes! If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact us .

Real time bus location on our App

Get the City Tour Worldwide app to find our buses and trains in real time, locate the stops and find out what’s around you.

Whether you have teens or little ones, Tootbus Kids Tour offers an easy journey rich with discoveries, fun, educational and suitable for the whole family. Discover the best london bus tour for families!

• Family friendly, fun and educational
• Bespoke live guided English commentary
• Breath-taking views of all major sights

Departures every weekend | daily during school holidays

Departing from the Haymarket end of Charles II Street, at the side of His Majesty's Theatre

Duration: 45 mins | Several departures that vary with the season

Overview Kids Tour

See London's most famous landmarks and attractions in one go, comfortably seated on the open-top bus. Listen to the perfect introduction to the history of London, enriched with interesting facts and fun stories told by our passionate guides. Specially designed to please all family members and engage little one's attention, this sightseeing tour has all the ingredients for a memorable day out.   The route has been jam-packed full of sights offering the most beautiful and iconic views of London and unique photo spots. So get your camera ready and don't miss the opportunity to capture these unforgettable family moments. We will take you past the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Pall Mall, Piccadilly Circus, Downing Street and many more.   Looking for inspiration to explore London with kids during the weekend or the school holidays? Look no further! Reasonably-priced, fun and educational , the Tootbus Kids tour ticks all of the boxes! Join us at the meeting point on Charles II street, and hop on the top deck for a 45 minutes entertaining bus tour for kids.  Make your day complete by adding any of our kid-friendly attractions to your cart. Opt for a ride on Europe's tallest wheel, the London Eye, visit the Madame Tussauds wax museum or a relaxing Thames river cruise. 

And for a memorable and full experience of London, hop on our bus at night.  

Know before you go Kids Tour

Routes & service.

Adult must travel with a child on this tour. Please note public transport and sightseeing buses are not allowed to drive in front of Buckingham Palace. On days when the Changing of the Guards ceremony takes place, the Kids Tours scheduled before 1pm will be diverted away from Buckingham Palace Road.

Live guides

Flexible tickets, london kids tour, select your tickets.

Please select your tickets

Free cancellation 24 hours prior to the date of the tour.