Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
See the sights of London aboard an open-top, double-decker Big Bus as you admire 360-degree views of top attractions and listen to captivating commentary. Use your 24 hour or 48 hour tickets on three different routes with audio narration, and hop on or off at any of the stops around town. A one-way River Thames cruise between the Tower of London and Westminster Pier (in either direction) is included with all tickets.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your ticket’s validity period begins from the date and time it is activated.
Buses are all equipped with ramps for wheelchairs or strollers
Activate your mobile voucher or QR at any of the designated Big Bus stops
Infants aged 3 and under travel free of charge and do not require a ticket
1-Day Ticket does NOT include a River Cruise.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Recorded Commentary Available in 7 Languages
2-Hour Non-Stop Panoramic Evening Tour (Available With Selected Ticket Option)
Free Wi-Fi On Board
One-Way Thames River Cruise (Included With 24- and 48-Hour Tickets Only)
The 1-Day Ticket Does Not Include the Thames River Cruise
Three Themed Live-Guided Walking Tours
Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Open-Top Sightseeing Tour (24- or 48-Hour Ticket)
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 10-20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 1: Green Park Underground at 8:15 and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM.
Stop 1: Green Park Underground
Stop 2: Hard Rock Cafe
Stop 3: Queen Mother Gates
Stop 4: Marble Arch
Stop 5: Regent Street
Stop 6: Piccadilly Circus
Stop 7: Trafalgar Square
Stop 8: Craig's Court
Stop 9: Horseguards
Stop 10: Whitehall
Stop 11: London Eye (Eastbound)
Stop 12: Waterloo (Eastbound)
Stop 13: Covent Garden
Stop 14: St Paul's Cathedral
Stop 15: London Bridge
Stop 16: Tower of London
Stop 17: Temple Underground Station
Stop 18: Westminster Pier
Stop 19: London Eye (Westbound)
Stop 20: Lambeth Palace
Stop 21: College Green
Stop 22: Tothill Street
Stop 23: Buckingham Palace
Stop 25: Victoria Station
Duration:3 hours 35 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 15-20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 24: Victoria Nova Complex at 8:00 AM and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM.
Stop 24: Victoria, Nova Complex
Stop 25: Victoria Station
Stop 26: Queen Mother Gates
Stop 27: Marble Arch (Westbound)
Stop 28: Green Park
Stop 29: Hard Rock Cafe
Stop 30: Hyde Park Corner
Stop 31: Harrods
Stop 32: Kensington Museums
Stop 33: Gloucester Road
Stop 34: Kensington Palace
Stop 35: Notting Hill
Stop 36: Kensington Gardens
Stop 37: Thistle Hotel Kensington Gardens
Stop 38: Lancaster Gate
Stop 39: Paddington Station
Stop 40: Praed Street
Stop 41: Marble Arch (Eastbound)
Stop 42: Baker Street
Stop 43: Oxford Street
Stop 5: Regent Street
Stop 6: Piccadilly Circus
Stop 7: Trafalgar Square
Stop 8: Craig's Court
Stop 9: Horseguards
Stop 10: Whitehall
Stop 11: London Eye (Eastbound)
Stop 12: Waterloo (Eastbound)
Stop 13: Covent Garden
Stop 14: St Paul's Cathedral
Stop 15: London Bridge
Stop 16: Tower of London
Stop 17: Temple Underground Station
Stop 18: Westminster Pier
Stop 19: London Eye (Westbound)
Stop 20: Lambeth Palace
Stop 21: College Green
Stop 22: Tothill Street
Stop 23: Buckingham Palace
Duration:1 hour 10 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 30-45 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 44: Woburn at 9:00 AM and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM.
Stop 44: Woburn
Stop 45: Euston Station
Stop 46: Kings Cross Station
Stop 47: St Pancras Station
Stop 48: Euston Road
Stop 49: Woburn (Southbound)
Stop 50: British Museum (Southbound)
Stop 17: Temple Underground Station
Stop 13: Covent Garden
Stop 51: British Museum (Northbound)
Options
24-Hour Ticket & River Cruise
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 24 hours from time of first use.
3 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
One-Way River Cruise: Starting at either Tower Pier or Westminster Pier.
Half Day Hop on Hop off Tour
Duration: 3 hours: Unlimited use valid for 3 hours from the time of first use.
3 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Enjoy unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
River Cruise NOT included.
48-Hour Ticket & River Cruise
Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use valid for 48 hours from time of first use.
3 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Themed Walking Tours: Choose from 4 different themed walking tours, please speak to a member of staff on the day.
One-Way River Cruise: Starting at either Tower Pier or Westminster Pier.
48-Hour Ticket & Night Tour
Themed Walking Tours: Choose from 4 different themed walking tours, please speak to a member of staff on the day.
Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use valid for 48 hours from time of first use.
3 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
7:30 PM Panoramic Evening Tour: Departure at London Eye (Stop 11). Full tour lasts 2 hours and is non-stop. With pre-recorded commentary.
One-Way River Cruise: Starting at either Tower Pier or Westminster Pier.
Same Day Hop on Hop off
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 1 Day from time of first use.
3 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Themed Walking Tours: Choose from 4 different themed walking tours, please speak to a member of staff on the day.
Reviews
10,588 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Disappointing at best try another bus
Mary B,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
3.00The buses are overcrowded Wait times for buses are much longer than times stated. Bring your umbrella in case it rains It stated that the bus runs until 8pm, but they will drag you off the bus at 6 PM
Quick overall tour of London sights
VINAY R,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great way to see most of London in 3.5 hours ! Do take a round trip by the Blue route for the best experience …
We really enjoyed the Big...
Daniel B,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00We really enjoyed the Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tour of London as well as the Thames River Cruise. Both tours were very informative.
Terrible
joshchas,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00There are at least 12 different bus lines. Hard to find the particular bus I miss the trip, but Virata won’t let me post this anyhow
Top notch touring buses
Gary G,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a fabulous tour bus company. I would highly recommend it…friendly and informative, clean buses.
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