London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise
Overview
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Mobile ticket
Explore London at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and a Thames River cruise included with selected tickets.
See top sights such as the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, with lively commentary that brings London’s history and culture to life.
Your ticket grants access to three routes: the Red Route highlights icons like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral; the Blue Route runs from Kensington Palace to the Tower of London with stops near Harrods, the Natural History Museum and Notting Hill; and the Green Route connects King’s Cross and St Pancras to Covent Garden, passing the British Museum.
Choose a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket to enjoy the river cruise, plus guided walking tours on the 48-hour option. For an evening adventure, select the 48-hour ticket that includes the Panoramic Evening Tour, offering unforgettable night-time views and the perfect finale to your London experience.
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 To Expect
Duration:2 hours 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 15-20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 1: Green Park Underground at 8:30 AM and the last bus departs at 5:45 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: Haymarket (Stop R)
Stop 8: Trafalgar Square
Stop 9: Craig's Court
Stop 10: Horseguards
Stop 11: Whitehall
Stop 12: London Eye (Eastbound)
Stop 13: Waterloo (Eastbound)
Stop 14: Covent Garden
Stop 15: St Paul's Cathedral
Stop 16: Monument (Bus stop P, stop outside Pret)
Stop 17: London Bridge
Stop 18: Southwark (Stop J, at City Hall)
Stop 19: Tower of London
Stop 20: Temple Underground Station
Stop 21: Westminster Pier
Stop 22: London Eye (Westbound)
Stop 23: Lambeth Palace
Stop 24: College Green
Stop 25: Tothill Street
Stop 26: Buckingham Palace
Stop 28: Victoria Station
Duration:3 hours 35 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 4: Marble Arch (Westbound) at 8:31 AM and the last bus departs at 4:18 PM.
Stop 27: Victoria, Nova Complex
Stop 28: Victoria Station
Stop 29: Queen Mother Gates
Stop 30: Marble Arch (Westbound)
Stop 31: Green Park
Stop 32: Hard Rock Cafe
Stop 33: Hyde Park Corner
Stop 34: Harrods
Stop 35: Kensington Museums
Stop 36: Gloucester Road
Stop 37: Kensington Palace
Stop 38: Notting Hill
Stop 39: Kensington Gardens
Stop 40: Thistle Hotel Kensington Gardens
Stop 41: Peter Pan
Stop 42: Lancaster Gate
Stop 43: Paddington Station
Bus Stop 44: Edgware Road
Stop 45: Marble Arch (Eastbound)
Stop 46: Baker Street
Stop 47: Oxford Circus
Stop 5: Regent Street
Stop 6: Piccadilly Circus
Stop 7: Haymarket (Stop R)
Stop 8: Trafalgar Square
Stop 9: Craig's Court
Stop 10: Horseguards
Stop 11: Whitehall
Stop 12: London Eye (Eastbound)
Stop 13: Waterloo (Eastbound)
Stop 14: Covent Garden
Stop 15: St Paul's Cathedral
Stop 16: Monument (Bus stop P, stop outside Pret)v
Stop 17: London Bridge
Stop 18: Southwark (Stop J, at City Hall)
Stop 19: Tower of London
Stop 20: Temple Underground Station
Stop 22: London Eye (Westbound)
Stop 23: Lambeth Palace
Stop 24: College Green
Stop 25: Tothill Street
Stop 26: Buckingham Palace
Duration:1 hour 10 minutes
Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 45mins. The first bus departs from Stop 48: Woburn at 8:30 AM and the last bus departs at 4:30 PM.
Stop 48: Woburn
Stop 49: Euston Station
Stop 50: Kings Cross Station
Stop 51: St Pancras Station
Stop 52: Euston Road
Stop 53: Woburn (Southbound)
Stop 54: British Museum (Southbound)
Stop 20: Temple Underground Station
Stop 14: Covent Garden
Stop 55: British Museum (Northbound)
What‘s Included
Recorded Commentary Available in 7 Languages
One-day, 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket (depending on option selected)
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)
3 guided walking tours (with 48-hour options)
Food and drinks
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Options
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.
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.
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.
Reviews
10,851 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative tour of Jack the Ripper
I1696BElindag,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Kevin was an excellent tour guide.
Jack the ripper Tour
tetsuos2026,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Die jack the ripper Tour mit Kevin war hervorragend Danke
The bus goes only in one...
CarolandJohn C,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The bus goes only in one direction in a loop.For our first ride this was fine as we rode the bus for an orientation. The second day it was annoying because we would hope off but it took between 45 and 60 minutes to get to the next stop which wasn't that far away. Waiting for the green route bus we waited over 30 minutes and it just passed our stop and turned into a loop. I will say the cruise was a highlight and also the Harry Potter tour . Both were timely with live guides and comments.
Well worth it
Wendy M,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.002 1/2 hours long to go all the way round just to get your bearings. Definitely recommend whilst in London.
Across the pond memories 🥰
Ashley C,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00London Town!!!! My cousin and I had the best time on this tour!! We saw beautiful sites, took amazing pictures and had the best day!
The bus is nothing...
Anthony S,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The bus is nothing special and the audio does not provide that much information. It’s seems to focus on shopping areas. If you’re looking for ways to get around the city to all the sites this is a good way. Otherwise I recommend skipping this and using the tube.
Not worth it, get a taxi
Amber B,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Moved very slow and didn’t go the route as planned. We missed seeing the big attractions. Very over priced for the experience.
A "bad trip" on tour bus leading to a "broken hip"
ursulaf820,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00This was a great tour. Wonderful tour guide. Unfortunately, on the first day of the tour, I tripped on the top smaller step and broke my hip. The bus driver, when filling out incident report, commented that "the same thing happened in October of 2025". Perhaps the company should look into lights to designate this smaller step or somenother "warning" for tourists entering or leaving the bus. As of yet, I have not received a refund on the remainder of my trip as i was unable to complete it. It was a week long tour of the British Isles/Scotland. Hopefully will receive some compensation for this uncompleted part of my tour.
Great way to see a city
Sara L,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful way to see a city. Our buses were very clean and the narration was easy to understand. Fun and informative!
Great way to get around London
Stacey H,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The big bus was a fast and effective way of getting around London and seeing the sights . Plenty of buses and never had to wait more than 20 minutes at any stop . The additional river cruise was the cherry on top , so much fun .
From £29.00
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