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London, United Kingdom

City Tour London: Hop On Hop Off with Optional
Thames River Cruise

4.4
1 Day, 24, 48 or 72 Hours
from£27.00

Tour Overview

Take a ride on one of the most iconic open-top buses in the world and allow us to show you about the city. You'll see the finest that this amazing city has to offer, from Big Ben to the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace to St. Paul's Cathedral, and a journey over the famous Tower Bridge, with 39 stops to explore. You won't have to lose out on amazing vistas and photo opportunities while travelling. Don't let the opportunity slip to make priceless memories! Start your journey by reserving your tour right now!

Highlights

  • Comprehensive Coverage: The Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour covers major city attractions, while the Thames River Cruise offers a scenic journey along the river with views of riverside landmarks.
  • Flexibility: Explore at your own pace with the ability to hop on and off the bus and cruise.
  • Scenic Views: Enjoy unique perspectives of London from both the streets and the river.
  • Audio Commentary:Buses are equipped with audio commentary available in multiple languages, providing insights into the history, culture, and significance of the sites you pass.

Tour Description

Welcome on board! Take a ride on one of our open-roof buses, and start seeing London! You may customise your London experience with a choice of different tickets, 1 Day, 24-hour, 48-hour & 72-hours tickets, and we promise that there will always be fantastic things to see, even if you only have few hours to spare.


Hop off at well-known locations such as the Tower of London, which houses the Crown Jewels. You can also explore Hyde Park, the biggest and most impressive of the Royal parks, or visit St. Paul's Cathedral to see the magnificent dome, designed by Christopher Wren, which has dominated the city's skyline for more than 300 years. Along with crossing the equally famous London Bridge, you'll get to ride over the iconic Tower Bridge and, with a little help from us, be able to see it in all its magnificence. Just be sure you're facing in the correct direction!


However, the thing with London is that no matter how you look, you'll see something incredible

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Inclusions

  • 1 Day - Simple Ticket, 24Hr Standard Ticket, 48Hrs Premium Ticket & 72Hrs Ultimate Ticket
  • Individual headphones on board for personal use only
  • Single journey on the River Cruise (With Standard Ticket)
  • Greenwich Round Trip Thames River Cruise (same-day-return) (With Premium & Ultimate Ticket)
  • Night Tour (With Ultimate Ticket)
  • Route Master Bus Ride (With Premium & Ultimate Ticket)

Red Route:
  • First Bus: 08:30am, Last Bus: 07:30pm
  • Frequency: 10-12 Minutes
  • Full Loop: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
  • Departure Point: Stop#1 Belvedere Road, behind the London Eye
Blue Route:
  • First Bus: 08:45am, Last Bus: 05:25pm
  • Frequency: 20-30 Minutes
  • Full Loop: 60 Minutes
  • Departure Point:Marble Arch, Park Lane
Green (Shuttle Route):
  • Departure from Stop1 Belvedere Road Behind the London Eye: 09:20 to 05:20pm
  • Frequency: 30 Minutes
  • Full Loop: 80 Minutes
Thames River Cruise Schedule For the 24 hour ticket:
  • First Departure from both Piers: 10:00 am
  • Last Departure from Tower Pier: 06:55pm
  • Last departure from Westminster Pier: 07:20pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 minutes
Thames River Cruise Schedule For the 48 or 72 hour ticket:
  • First departure to Greenwich (from both piers): 10:00am
  • Last departure to Greenwich from Westminster Pier: 04:00pm (No return)
  • Last departure from Greenwich to Westminster Pier: 05:50pm
  • Frequency: Every 40 minutes

  • Passengers can board at any stop and simply exchange their booking voucher with the driver/street staff at that point.
  • Your booking voucher will expire after you exchange it for a ticket.
  • The company or bus operator will not provide a refund if a voucher or ticket is misplaced.
  • Flexi Ticket: Your voucher is flexible and can use the same voucher any time in a calendar year.
  • Boat Ticket: Prior to taking the River Cruise included within the 24HR, 48HR & 72HR tickets, customers must validate their voucher beforehand with the bus staff in order to get the boat ticket.
  • Mobile App: Download "City Tour Worldwide" App in your mobile to track live bus locations.

Voucher Validity:

  • Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the specific date that you selected during the booking process.

Important Info:

  • There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events.
  • You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver.
  • Stops and timings are subject to alter. There will be an updated map on the bus.
  • There may be a small delay in the bus's arrival and departure schedules.
  • Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these  circumstances, there will be no refund.

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus:

  • You can start your journey at any of our stops.
  • Our buses are wheelchair accessible.
  • Dogs in carriers are permitted on the bus.

Timetable:
First buses and last complete departures on Red Route:

  • Stop 1: Belvedere Road, behind the London Eye, 08:45 – 17:00
  • Stop 5: London Bridge, Monument, 09:12 – 17:27
  • Stop 7: Tower Hill, Tower of London, 08:45- 17:44
  • Stop 15: Buckingham Palace Road, Stop Z12, 09:28 – 16:27
  • Stop 22: Haymarket, 09:04 – 17:13
  • Stop 25: Westminster Bridge (the London Eye side), 09:04 – 17:27

First buses and last complete departures on Blue Route:

  • Stop 19, Marble Arch, Park Lane, 08:45 – 15:35
  • Stop 34, Gloucester Road, 09:07 – 15:57

First buses and last complete departures on Green Route:

  • Stop 1, Belvedere Road, behind the London Eye, 09:20 – 15:50
  • Stop 53, Pancras Road, bus stop T, 08:56 – 16:26
  • Stop 59, Southampton Row, stop B, 09:00 – 17:00

Kids commentary: Blue Route – Mia Cloo’s London Quest
Ask your driver for a free copy of our Mia Cloo’s London Quest booklet. Available in English.

River Cruise:

  • Your ticket includes a free cruise on the River Thames. The 24-hour ticket includes a one-way cruise between Westminster Pier and Tower Pier. You can start the cruise from either pier. The 48 and 72-hour tickets include a same day return trip to and from Greenwich Pier.
  • You will be given your cruise ticket when you redeem your voucher on the bus.
  • Departures every 40 minutes
  • Duration: Approx 35 minutes

24-hour river cruise ticket:

  • First departure (from Westminster): 10:00
  • Last departure (from Westminster): 18.55

48 and 72-hour river cruise ticket:

  • First departure to Greenwich (from both piers): 10:00
  • Last departure to Greenwich from Westminster Pier: 16:00 (No return)
  • Last departure from Greenwich to Westminster Pier: 17:50

T15 Routemaster Heritage Route:

  • Buses depart from Trafalgar Sq / Charing Cross stop F. Departures every 30 minutes from 9:30 to 17:00.

  • Heading west, buses depart from Tower Hill / Tower of London stop TA every 30 minutes from 10:30 to 18:00.

Night Tour (included in 72-hour option)

  • Summer Departures (April – September): Every day at 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:15, 21:45 and 22:15
  • Winter Departures (October– March): Every day at 19:30 and 21:20
  • Meeting Point: Outside Green Park Station
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • English-speaking live guide
  • Tour Operator: See London By Night

London Midweek Super Saver:

  • Operating days: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
  • Operating season: 25 November 2025 to 25 February 2026
  • Closed on: 23, 24, 30 and 31 December
  • Ticket validity: Your ticket is valid only on the date you choose and cannot be used on another day.
  • Extras: This ticket is for our hop-on hop-off bus only. River cruises or other tours are not included.

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time. You must contact us through email.
  • The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.6

based on 1303 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
993
4 stars
188
3 stars
72
2 stars
45
1 stars
5

"Simple online booking, marked stops, and helpful staff make the bus user-friendly for newcomers."

"The bus combinesdtransport and guided tours, offering a comprehensive sightseeing experience. "

"Affordable pricing and unlimited access make the bus a cost-effective way to see the city."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

You can easily book tours and activities through our website. Simply browse our destinations, select your preferred tour, choose your date and number of participants, and complete the secure online payment process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase.

After booking, you'll receive a voucher via email. For hop-on-hop-off tours, exchange your voucher with the bus driver or staff at any designated stop to receive your physical ticket. For other activities, present your voucher (digital or printed) at the meeting point specified in your booking confirmation. Keep your ticket safe throughout the tour validity period.

We accept all major credit/debit cards. You can pay with a VISA debit or credit card, a MasterCard debit or credit card, Maestro, Visa Electron or American Express card.
 
Please note: We are based in the United Kingdom. Depending on your bank, an international transaction fee may apply. For more details about potential charges, please contact your card provider directly.

Yes. Your payment is absolutely safe with us. All transactions are protected with SSL encryption and processed securely. With our secure online payment system, your information is encrypted and protected against fraud. We use industry-standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocols to safeguard data transfer, and all personal information is stored in secure environments not accessible to the public.

You will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase. If you do not receive it within a few minutes, please check your spam/junk folder.If any activity requires manual confirmation from the supplier/ tour operator, your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.

Still haven’t received it? Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com and our team will be happy to assist you.

Your reference number will be displayed on the confirmation page after you complete your booking and in the confirmation email you receive once your tour is confirmed. All booking reference numbers begin with “ACTXXXX”.

If you don't receive your confirmation email within 30 minutes of booking, please check your spam/junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer support at booking@activity-crest.com with your payment details and booking information. We'll resend your confirmation and voucher immediately.

Yes. You can modify your booking after purchase. Modifications depend on the specific tour's terms and conditions. Some bookings allow date changes up to 24-48 hours before the tour, while others may have stricter policies. Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com as soon as possible if you need to modify your booking. Please note that changes may be subject to availability and additional fees.

Please bring a printed copy of your ticket voucher. Some local suppliers also accept vouchers shown on a mobile device (check the activity page for details). A valid photo ID is required for the traveler named on the ticket. For certain activities, a valid ID for each participant may be required – this will be clearly stated on your ticket.

Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.

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