Golden Tours: London Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with London Eye & Tower of London

Explore London’s famous landmarks on a flexible London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Choose from 24-hour, 48-hour, 72-hour or 1-day bus ticket options
Visit the iconic London Eye and enjoy panoramic city views
Discover the historic Tower of London and its royal treasures
Travel across London on multiple sightseeing bus routes
Enjoy a River Thames sightseeing cruise with 24-hour tickets
Listen to informative audio commentary in 12 languages
Choose optional walking tours to discover London’s royal and historic stories
Mobile Vouchers Accepted! no need to print the tickets

See the best of London with a flexible London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour that takes you past the city’s most famous landmarks while giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Choose from 24-hour, 1-day, 48-hour or 72-hour bus ticket options, depending on how much time you want to spend sightseeing. Travel through central London and admire Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament and the Shard from the open-top bus. With multiple routes covering different parts of the city, you can easily hop off to explore popular attractions, museums and historic areas before continuing your journey. The experience also includes admission to the London Eye, where you can enjoy impressive 360-degree views across London from its glass capsules. Visit the Tower of London to discover its fascinating royal history, see the famous Crown Jewels and learn about the Yeoman Warders. If you select the 24-hour ticket, you can also enjoy a one-way sightseeing cruise along the River Thames, offering a different view of London’s riverside landmarks. Audio commentary in 12 languages and special English commentary for children make the bus journey informative and enjoyable. With flexible sightseeing, major attractions and different ticket choices, this tour is a convenient way to experience London’s highlights in one memorable trip.

Discover London’s most famous sights with a flexible London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour combined with entry to the iconic London Eye and historic Tower of London. Choose the ticket option that suits your plans and enjoy the freedom to explore the capital at your own pace. Travel past landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral while enjoying informative onboard commentary. With selected options also including a River Thames sightseeing cruise, this experience offers an easy and enjoyable way to see the highlights of London.

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Enjoy wonderful views of London from the open-top deck of a hop-on hop-off bus and explore the city at your own pace. See famous landmarks such as St Paul’s Cathedral, Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye and the Shard. With multiple routes and numerous stops, you can easily hop off at the attractions you want to explore and continue your journey whenever you are ready. You can also stay on board and enjoy informative audio commentary about London’s history and landmarks.

Classic Tour (Blue Route)

The Classic Tour takes you through central London and passes many of the city’s best-known attractions. Along the route, you can see the London Eye, Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Shard and more. You can also hop off at Shakespeare’s Globe to discover the world of the famous playwright or visit the Shard for spectacular views across London.

Essential Tour (Red Route)

The Essential Tour covers central and northern parts of London. The route takes you close to Hyde Park, Regent’s Park, London Zoo, Madame Tussauds and King’s Cross, along with several popular attractions in central London. It is a convenient way to explore a mix of famous landmarks, parks and lively areas of the city.

Museum Tour (Orange Route)

The Museum Tour is perfect for visitors interested in London’s cultural attractions. Explore the area around the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, while also passing Royal Albert Hall, Harrods and Buckingham Palace. This route makes it easy to discover some of London’s most popular museums and iconic locations.

River Thames Boat Ride

Enjoy a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames and admire London’s famous landmarks from the water. You can choose to board from Westminster or Tower Millennium Pier and enjoy panoramic views as you travel through the heart of the city. Listen to interesting facts and stories through live commentary from the captain or an audio guide. The river cruise is available with a 24-hour bus ticket.

London Eye

Take your London sightseeing experience higher with a ride on the London Eye. Step into one of its modern glass capsules and enjoy impressive 360-degree views across the capital. From above, you can spot Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, St James’s Park and Buckingham Palace. The complete rotation gives you plenty of time to relax, enjoy the skyline and capture memorable photographs.

Tower of London

Explore the Tower of London, a historic fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066, the Tower has played an important role in London’s history for centuries. Discover its fascinating past, meet the Yeoman Warders and see the famous Crown Jewels while exploring one of Britain’s most important landmarks.

Free Walking Tours

Discover another side of London through the included walking tours. The Royal Walking Tour introduces you to the city’s royal history and locations connected with the British monarchy. You can also join the Jack the Ripper Walking Tour to learn about the mysterious crimes and stories linked to Victorian London. These tours offer an interesting way to explore the city on foot and learn more about its fascinating past.

London offers an exciting mix of history, culture and unforgettable views, and this experience makes it easy to discover the city in different ways. From the open-top London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and a scenic River Thames cruise to the London Eye, Tower of London and fascinating walking tours, you can explore some of the capital’s most famous attractions while enjoying a flexible and memorable sightseeing experience.

The Classic Tour (Blue Route):

First Bus: 09:00am, Last Bus: 06:00pm
Frequency: Every 20 Minutes
Full Loop: (Approx.) 60 Minutes
First Stop: Stop#1 London Eye, Belvedere Road, Tourist Bus Stop, (BP3788)

The Essential Tour (Red Route):

First Bus: 10:00am, Last Bus: 06:40pm (Last full loop is at 03:20pm)
Frequency: Every 20 Minutes
Full Loop: (Approx.) 180 minutes
First Stop: Stop#21 Lambeth Palace Road, outside Lambeth Palace, Tour Bus Stand (BP5844)

The Museum Tour (Orange Route):

First Bus: 09:30am, Last Bus: 04:00m
Frequency: Every 30 Minutes
Full Loop: (Approx.) 50 minutes
First Stop: Stop#16, Hyde Park Corner, Piccadilly, Opposite Hard Rock Cafe, Tour Bus Stand (BP4661)

Boat Ride (Operated by City Cruises):

Operating Hours: 10:00am to 06:00pm
Duration: (Approx.) 30 minutes
Frequency: Boats leave every 30 minutes.
Meeting Location:
1. Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH
2. Tower Millennium Pier, Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT

The London Eye:

Start Time: Multiple Timings (Kindly check calendar)
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the time slot selected
Meeting Point: Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB

Tower of London:

Start Time: Multiple Timings (Kindly check calendar)
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the time slot selected
Meeting Point: City of London, Greater London EC3N 4AB

1 Day, 24/ 48 or 72 -Hour London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour (as per option chosen)
Access to 3 Routes
Audio Guides in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian, Portuguese, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic
Live English Guide available on the Blue Route
Complimentary Thames River Boat Tour (One Way) - with 48 hours and 72 Hours
Free Walking Tour (Jack The Ripper Walking Tour and/or the Coronation Walking Tour)
Free Wi-Fi On-Board
Live Guide is available on Orange and Blue Route
Entrance Ticket to the London Eye and Tower of London

Entrance Fees (Unless specified)
Hotel Transfers
Meals

Please choose your date for the Hop‑on Hop‑off bus while booking for this tour. You’ll get a redemption link in your voucher, which you can use to redeem the attraction separately.
To get your actual attraction ticket, please open REDEEM and choose your preferred time slot for the attraction.
You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver on board. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted Golden Tours Hop on Hop Off or London Tour Bus.
Please note that the email you receive after booking is not your entry ticket.
You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Mobile App: Download the free Golden Tours City Guide App to see full bus timings and guide your way around the city.
We recommend, please do the online check-in https://www.gttickets.com/en/london/online-check-in
Note: The tickets are only valid on the travel date selected date at the time of booking.

On board Wi-Fi: Yes (Please ask bus staff for password)
Voucher Information: Mobile and Paper vouchers are accepted at all stops.
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes. Each bus has space for one fold-away pushchair and a wheelchair on the lower deck.
Please note that Live Guides are available on the Museum Tour (Orange route) and the Classic Tour, departing at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm from Bus Stop 56, opposite the Hilton London Kensington on Holland Park Avenue (Bus Stop HJ).
Ticket Duration: Duration valid from when you first hop-on the bus. Unlimited usage within your chosen timeframe. Does not include London by Night tour.
River cruise to be used between Westminster and Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa.
**River cruise is not applicable with the 1 day or 24 hours without cruise Hop-on Hop-off bus ticket options. You can use your river cruise on any date within 7 days of the start of your hop-on hop-off bus experience.
Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, especially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. No Refund possible in such conditions.
The London Dungeon is not recommended for those of a nervous disposition or children under the age of 5.
This London Dungeon ticket is for 'Priority Access' admission. There may be a queue at the 'Priority Access' entrance during busy periods.
Bus Service Disruption Information

Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

Start Time: 03:30pm (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Duration: 1hour and 30 minutes Approx.
Meeting Point: Tower Hill Tram. Trinity Square. London EC3N 4TH
Ending Point: Near Liverpool Street Underground Station

Royal Walking Tour

Start time: 10:00am (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Duration: 2 Hours Approx
Meeting Point: Tourist Bus Stop outside The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Gate, SW1A 1AA (Nearest underground station: Victoria and Green Park)
Ending Point: Westminster Abbey (Nearest underground station: Westminster Station)

Useful Downloads

Route Map

River Cruise Timetable

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This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.