Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour
Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour
Duration: Flexible (up to 10 hours)
Flexible (up to 10 hours)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore London with ease on the Big Bus Hop-on-Hop-off Tour, which offers flexible travel through this lively city. This tour includes an optional Thames River Cruise and Evening Tour for a complete experience of what London has to offer. Available in both day and night options, it's perfect for those who want to see more at their own pace while enjoying the beauty of London’s landmarks.
Explore London with ease on the Big Bus Hop-on-Hop-off Tour, which offers flexible travel through this lively city. This tour includes an optional Thames River Cruise and Evening Tour for a complete experience of what London has to offer. Available in both day and night options, it's perfect for those who want to see more at their own pace while enjoying the beauty of London’s landmarks.
The Big Bus: London Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Thames River Cruise & Evening Tour offers a flexible choice between 1-day, 24-hour, or 48-hour passes for unlimited city exploration.
Explore over 50 landmarks across three routes on your own schedule; buses arrive every 15 to 45 minutes ensuring you never miss out on London’s famous sights.
Choose from different pass options and experience a full day in London with additional attractions like the Thames river cruise, an evening tour, and access to three guided walking tours as part of the package.
With onboard features including multilingual audio commentary (English included), complimentary Wi-Fi, and live tracking capabilities, you can stay informed while enjoying your journey through London’s historic streets.
Visit iconic locations like Buckingham Palace for royal ceremonies and witness the grandeur of the Tower of London during an extensive tour covering numerous city landmarks.
Ticket for either a 1-day or unlimited hop-on-hop-off tour over 24/48 hours
Entry to the Red, Blue, & Green routes
Use of Thames River cruise lasting 40 minutes (based on option selected)
Return ticket for an evening bus tour spanning 2 hours (based on option selected)
Access to three guided walking tours (based on the option selected)
English-speaking guide available onboard during the cruise (on the cruise)
Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin & Brazilian Portuguese provided while on the bus
Onboard amenities include free Wi-Fi and headphones
Mobile app providing a detailed map with live tracking of buses
Individual Costs
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
Experience London like a local with Big Bus's Hop-on-Hop-off Tour! Choose from 1-day, 24-hour, or 48-hour passes for unlimited rides on three routes — Red, Blue, and Green — covering over 50 of the city’s famous sights. With buses running every 15 to 45 minutes, you can explore on your own schedule without interruption.
Based on the pass option selected, enhance your London journey with additional experiences such as a 40-minute Thames River cruise, an exciting two-hour evening bus tour, and three guided walking tours. Each sight offers unique insights; from Buckingham Palace's royal ceremonies to the imposing Tower of London, there’s no shortage of wonders waiting for you.
Travel comfortably knowing that Big Bus provides multilingual audio commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, and Brazilian Portuguese on board each bus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi access and headphones while staying connected with friends through live tracking via the mobile app. An English-speaking guide will accompany you during the Thames River cruise for a more detailed exploration.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Big Bus London tour in front of St. Paul's Cathedral.
Open-top Big Bus tour in London with tourists, London Eye in background.
London Eye and River Thames on a sunny day, part of BigBus London tour.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Accessibility
If you need special arrangements for wheelchairs, please reach out to the service provider. They will be happy to assist.
Additional Information
- The buses used in this tour cannot stop directly at Buckingham Palace; however, there is a bus stop about five minutes away on foot.
- You'll receive details regarding add-ons such as cruises and walking tours after booking your ticket. This will include meeting points information.
- Make sure to choose the correct date during booking since it must be the first day of your tour, with validity starting upon boarding.
The 24-hour pass is valid for a continuous period of 24 hours while the 1-day pass covers one calendar day regardless of when you board.
Schedule Details
- Here's what to expect from the cruise and night tour schedules:
- Cruises leave Tower Pier at intervals every 40 minutes, starting at 10am until 6:55pm. The journey typically takes between 30–40 minutes to reach Westminster Pier.
- Fares departing from Westminster Pier also operate on a 40-minute interval beginning at 10am and concluding at 7:20pm, with trips lasting about 30–40 minutes to either Tower Pier or the London Eye.
The evening tour is set for 2 hours, starting at 7:30 pm from stop #11 (near the London Eye), with only one departure each night.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Tourists on BigBus London tour with London Eye in background.
Big Bus tour near Tower Bridge with Thames River view in London.
Tourists on a Big Bus near Big Ben in London, taking photos of the landmark.
Book at least a day in advance during peak season to ensure availability for popular add-ons like the Thames River cruise and evening tour.
If you're planning on using your hop-on-hop-off pass, activate it before arriving so entry is quick and hassle-free.
To make the most of your time, start by exploring attractions that are furthest away from Buckingham Palace since buses stop just a 5-minute walk from there.
For those needing special accommodations for wheelchairs, contact the service provider beforehand to arrange assistance.
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