London Bus Tour: Big Bus

The Big Bus London Bus Tour offers an excellent opportunity to experience the main attractions of the British capital. You will have the freedom to hop on and off at various stops, allowing you to discover the enchanting city of London at a comfortable pace.

Routes, Stops, & Schedule

This sightseeing tour features 3 distinct routes. Climb aboard an open-top double-decker bus and enjoy views of one of the world’s most iconic cities, enhanced by a fantastic audio guide. Tickets are available for 24 or 48 hours, and they also include a boat trip along the River Thames if you wish to add more to your adventure.

Experience notable stops along the routes, including London Bridge, the London Eye, St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, and Westminster.

Your audio guide will provide intriguing insights into the history and significance of London's landmarks, ensuring your journey is both informative and enjoyable.

You can review the bus routes and list of stops here.

Bus Lines

Buses operate every day from approximately 9 am to 5 pm, but please be aware that schedules may differ according to the season:

Red Line: This comprehensive route, taking around 2.5 hours, showcases essential attractions and begins at the Green Park Underground stop. Buses arrive every 15 to 20 minutes.Blue Line: This line traverses the museum area south of Hyde Park, leading to the Tower of London. Famous landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Harrods, the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben, Kensington Palace, the London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Notting Hill, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Westminster Abbey are all part of this route, which lasts about 3 hours and 35 minutes and runs every 20 minutes.Green Line: Connecting North London with Central London, this route is perfect if you’re located outside the city center. The journey lasts around 1 hour and 10 minutes, with services every 45 minutes.

Ticket Options

During the booking, you may select from the following ticket choices:

Same-Day Ticket: This option permits you to utilize the London sightseeing bus tour exclusively on the designated day. Note that it does not include the Thames cruise.24-Hour Ticket: Valid for 24 hours and encompasses the Thames cruise.48-Hour Ticket: Valid for 48 hours, this ticket includes both the Thames cruise and multiple guided tours of London.48-Hour Ticket + Evening Tour: This includes a 48-hour ticket, the Thames cruise, various guided tours of London, along with a 2-hour evening tour on the open-top bus.

Boat Ride

This cruise is accessible exclusively for the 24-hour and 48-hour tickets (it is not part of the same-day ticket).

The one-way cruise between Westminster and the Tower of London operates daily from 9 am to 5 pm, but the precise frequency and timings may change with the seasons.

Boats depart from:

Tower Bridge Pier (near stop 16 on the sightseeing bus).Westminster Pier (close to stop 18 on the sightseeing bus).

London Walking Tours

These tours are not included in the same-day reservation ticket nor the 24-hour ticket.

The 48-hour tickets offer a guided walking tour of London:

Royal Sites Tour: Starting at 10 am at stop 8, this tour lasts 1.5 hours and highlights royal ceremonies, including the Changing of the Guard on designated days.Jack the Reaper Tour: Begins at 1 pm at stop 19, lasting 2 hours. Follow the recurring narrative of the infamous Whitechapel Murderer through the area's lesser-known sites.Harry Potter Tour: Kicking off at 4 pm from stop 21, this 2-hour expedition reveals various filming locations and inspirations from the Harry Potter series.

How Does It Work?

Your London Bus Tour ticket is valid for 24 or 48 hours from its first use, depending on your selection. Throughout this period, you can hop on and off the buses as often as you choose.

Activities in London

Interested in exploring some attractions visible from the bus? Acquire your tickets for the London Eye, the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Westminster Abbey.