London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and River Cruise
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£49.99
London
London
1-15
people
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1 participant
7 hours
15 minutes
  • • 360-degree Views Of Top Attractions
  • • Audio Commentary In 5 Languages
  • • Hop-on Hop-off With 3 Different Routes
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Experience the best of London with the Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise. Climb aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and soak in the stunning 360-degree views of the city's top attractions. With audio commentary available in five languages, you'll learn fascinating facts and stories about London's rich history as you journey through the streets. The tour offers the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the stops around town, allowing you to explore the sights at your own pace. 

With three different routes to choose from, you can tailor your itinerary to visit the attractions that interest you the most. Whether it's Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, or the British Museum, this tour will take you there. As part of your ticket, enjoy a relaxing one-way river cruise along the iconic River Thames. Sail between the Tower of London and Westminster Pier, taking in the breathtaking views of the city's skyline and famous landmarks. It's the perfect way to see London from a different perspective. In addition to the bus tour and river cruise, your ticket also includes a 90-minute panoramic evening tour, themed live guided walking tours (with 48-hour tickets), and free WIFI on board the bus. Stay connected as you explore the city and capture unforgettable memories. 

The Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise is not just a sightseeing experience, but also a perfect gift for anyone who wants to explore London's top attractions. Whether it's a special occasion or just a treat for yourself, this experience offers a memorable and convenient way to discover the wonders of the city. Book your tickets now and embark on an adventure through the heart of London!

Points Of Interest and Landmarks

  • Tower Bridge
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Borough Market
  • Big Ben
  • Leicester Square
  • Grosvenor Square
  • HMS Belfast
  • Southwark Cathedral
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Cleopatra's Needle
  • Somerset House
  • Covent Garden
  • Piccadilly Lights
  • Royal Ballet and Opera
  • Hyde Park Square Gardens
  • The Cinema Museum
  • Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain
  • SEA LIFE London Aquarium
  • 10 Downing Street
  • Trafalgar Square
  • St. Paul's Cathedral
  • Buckingham Palace

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What People Are Saying

(9345 reviews)

Customers rave about the Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour as a fantastic way to explore the city effortlessly. Many highlight the ease of use, knowledgeable and friendly staff, and the wide range of insightful audio commentary that enhances the sightseeing experience. With three distinct routes covering major attractions, it's the perfect option for both quick visits and leisurely explorations, accommodating families with children and offering frequent service with minimal wait times. Travelers appreciate the opportunity for great photo ops and memorable moments, making it a must-do for anyone looking to capture the essence of London in a user-friendly format. Plus, the added bonus of the Thames River Cruise elevates the experience even further. Overall, it’s highly recommended for those seeking a comprehensive and enjoyable overview of London’s iconic landmarks.


Experience Highlights

Exceptional Guides... Convenient Travel... Scenic Views... Great for Families... Fun Learning Experience... Efficient City Exploration... Frequent Service... Helpful Staff... Memorable River Cruise... Informative Commentary... Comfortable & Clean Buses... Perfect for Short Visits... Easy to Navigate... Well-Planned Routes... Kid-Friendly Options... Highly Recommended!

Experience Overview:

Big Bus London Hop-on Hop-off Tour With Optional River Cruise

See the sights of London aboard an open-top, double-decker Big Bus as you admire 360-degree views of top attractions and listen to captivating commentary. Use your 24 hour or 48 hour tickets on three different routes with audio narration, and hop on or off at any of the stops around town. A one-way River Thames cruise between the Tower of London and Westminster Pier (in either direction) is included with all tickets.

What's included:

  • Recorded Commentary Available in 7 Languages
  • 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)
  • The 1-Day Ticket Does Not Include the Thames River Cruise
  • Three Themed Live-Guided Walking Tours
  • Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Open-Top Sightseeing Tour (24- or 48-Hour Ticket)

Not included:

  • Food and drinks

What to expect:

Red Route

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Operating Schedule: Buses depart every 10-20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 1: Green Park Underground at 8:15 and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM.

Stops

  1. The Green Park

    Stop 1: Green Park Underground

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  3. Hard Rock Cafe

    Stop 2: Hard Rock Cafe

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  5. Queen Elizabeth Gate

    Stop 3: Queen Mother Gates

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  7. Marble Arch

    Stop 4: Marble Arch

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  9. Regent Street

    Stop 5: Regent Street

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  11. Piccadilly Circus

    Stop 6: Piccadilly Circus

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  13. Trafalgar Square

    Stop 7: Trafalgar Square

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  15. Craig's Court

    Stop 8: Craig's Court

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  17. Horse Guards Parade

    Stop 9: Horseguards

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  19. Whitehall

    Stop 10: Whitehall

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  21. lastminute.com London Eye

    Stop 11: London Eye (Eastbound)

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  23. Waterloo Station

    Stop 12: Waterloo (Eastbound)

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  25. Covent Garden

    Stop 13: Covent Garden

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  27. St. Paul's Cathedral

    Stop 14: St Paul's Cathedral

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  29. London Bridge

    Stop 15: London Bridge

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  31. Tower of London

    Stop 16: Tower of London

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  33. Temple

    Stop 17: Temple Underground Station

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  35. Westminster Pier

    Stop 18: Westminster Pier

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  37. lastminute.com London Eye

    Stop 19: London Eye (Westbound)

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  39. Lambeth Palace

    Stop 20: Lambeth Palace

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  41. College Green

    Stop 21: College Green

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  43. Tothill Street

    Stop 22: Tothill Street

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  45. Buckingham Palace

    Stop 23: Buckingham Palace

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  47. Victoria Station

    Stop 25: Victoria Station

Points of interest passed by on this route

  • Tower of London
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  • Buckingham Palace
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  • HMS Belfast
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  • Tower Bridge
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  • Big Bus Tours
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  • Somerset House
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  • Mayfair
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  • Nelson's Column
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  • Piccadilly Circus
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  • St. James's Park
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  • St. James's Palace
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  • St. Paul's Cathedral
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  • Royal Opera House
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  • Trafalgar Square
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  • Hyde Park
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  • Westminster Abbey
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  • Covent Garden
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  • Leicester Square
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  • Houses of Parliament
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  • Big Ben
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  • Westminster Cathedral
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  • Bank of England Museum
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  • Green Park
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  • Cenotaph
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  • Changing of the Guard
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  • Royal Albert Hall
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  • Parliament Square
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  • Statue of Eros (Anteros)
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  • 10 Downing Street
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  • Royal Mews
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  • Southwark Cathedral
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  • Temple Church
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  • Regent Street
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  • St. Mary le Strand
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  • St. Clement Danes Church
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  • The Mall
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  • Whitehall
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  • The Monument to the Great Fire of London
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  • Admiralty Arch
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  • Thames River
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  • Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum And Tour
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  • Cleopatra's Needle
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  • London Eye
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  • Wellington Arch
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  • 30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin)
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  • Grosvenor Square
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  • Westminster Bridge
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  • The View from The Shard
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  • London Film Museum
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  • Royal Exchange Building London
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  • London Bridge
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  • London Victoria Station
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  • Wellington Monument (Achille's Statue)
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  • Marble Arch Theatre
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  • Marble Arch
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  • Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain
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  • City Hall
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  • Borough Market
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  • The London Dungeon
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  • SEA LIFE London Aquarium
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  • DreamWork's Tours: Shrek's Adventure! London
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  • Westminster Bridge
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  • Fleet Street
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Blue Route

Duration: 3 hours, 35 minutes

Operating Schedule: Buses depart every 15-20 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 24: Victoria Nova Complex at 8:00 AM and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM.

Stops

  1. The Nova Building

    Stop 24: Victoria, Nova Complex

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  3. Victoria Station

    Stop 25: Victoria Station

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  5. Queen Elizabeth Gate

    Stop 26: Queen Mother Gates

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  7. Marble Arch

    Stop 27: Marble Arch (Westbound)

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  9. Piccadilly

    Stop 28: Green Park

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  11. Hard Rock Cafe

    Stop 29: Hard Rock Cafe

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  13. Hyde Park Corner

    Stop 30: Hyde Park Corner

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  15. Harrods

    Stop 31: Harrods

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  17. Natural History Museum

    Stop 32: Kensington Museums

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  19. Gloucester Road

    Stop 33: Gloucester Road

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  21. Kensington Palace

    Stop 34: Kensington Palace

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  23. Notting Hill

    Stop 35: Notting Hill

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  25. Kensington Gardens

    Stop 36: Kensington Gardens

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  27. Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens

    Stop 37: Thistle Hotel Kensington Gardens

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  29. Lancaster Gate

    Stop 38: Lancaster Gate

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  31. Paddington Station

    Stop 39: Paddington Station

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  33. Praed Street

    Stop 40: Praed Street

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  35. Marble Arch

    Stop 41: Marble Arch (Eastbound)

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  37. Baker Street

    Stop 42: Baker Street

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  39. Oxford Street

    Stop 43: Oxford Street

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  41. Regent Street

    Stop 5: Regent Street

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  43. Piccadilly Circus

    Stop 6: Piccadilly Circus

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  45. Trafalgar Square

    Stop 7: Trafalgar Square

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  47. Craig's Court

    Stop 8: Craig's Court

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  49. Horse Guards Parade

    Stop 9: Horseguards

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  51. Whitehall

    Stop 10: Whitehall

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  53. lastminute.com London Eye

    Stop 11: London Eye (Eastbound)

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  55. Waterloo Station

    Stop 12: Waterloo (Eastbound)

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  57. Covent Garden

    Stop 13: Covent Garden

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  59. St. Paul's Cathedral

    Stop 14: St Paul's Cathedral

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  61. London Bridge

    Stop 15: London Bridge

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  63. Tower of London

    Stop 16: Tower of London

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  65. Temple

    Stop 17: Temple Underground Station

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  67. Westminster Pier

    Stop 18: Westminster Pier

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  69. lastminute.com London Eye

    Stop 19: London Eye (Westbound)

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  71. Lambeth Palace

    Stop 20: Lambeth Palace

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  73. Palace of Westminster

    Stop 21: College Green

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  75. Tothill Street

    Stop 22: Tothill Street

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  77. Buckingham Palace

    Stop 23: Buckingham Palace

Points of interest passed by on this route

  • Statue of Eros (Anteros)
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  • St. James's Park
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  • St. Mary le Strand
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  • Park Lane
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  • Marble Arch
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  • Grosvenor Square
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  • Wellington Arch
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  • Hyde Park
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  • South Kensington
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  • Kensington Palace
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  • Harrods
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  • Natural History Museum
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  • Victoria And Albert Museum
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  • Science Museum
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  • Kensington Gardens
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  • Notting Hill
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Green Route

Duration: 1 hour, 10 minutes

Operating Schedule: Buses depart every 30-45 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 44: Woburn at 9:00 AM and the last bus departs at 6:00 PM.

Stops

  1. Woburn

    Stop 44: Woburn

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  3. Euston Square

    Stop 45: Euston Station

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  5. King's Cross

    Stop 46: Kings Cross Station

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  7. Saint Pancras Station

    Stop 47: St Pancras Station

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  9. Euston Road

    Stop 48: Euston Road

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  11. Russell Square

    Stop 49: Woburn (Southbound)

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  13. The British Museum

    Stop 50: British Museum (Southbound)

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  15. Temple

    Stop 17: Temple Underground Station

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  17. Covent Garden

    Stop 13: Covent Garden

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  19. The British Museum

    Stop 51: British Museum (Northbound)

Points of interest passed by on this route

  • The British Museum
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  • The Foundling Museum
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  • Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology
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  • British Library
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  • King's Cross Station
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  • St. Pancras International Station
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  • St Pancras Renaissance Hotel
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  • The Cartoon Museum
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  • Sir John Soane's Museum
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  • Temple Church
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  • St. Mary le Strand
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  • Somerset House
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  • St. Clement Danes Church
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  • Royal Courts of Justice
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  • Covent Garden
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  • London Transport Museum
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  • Royal Opera House
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  • Cleopatra's Needle

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

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
Tickets are valid from the first date of redemption
Buses are all equipped with ramps for wheelchairs or strollers
Redeem your voucher at any of the designated Big Bus stops
Infants (age 0-3) can go on the tour free of charge
1 Day Ticket does not included a River Cruise.

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and Cruise

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London
1-15
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7 hours
15 minutes
  • • 360-degree Views Of Top Attractions
  • • Audio Commentary In 5 Languages
  • • Hop-on Hop-off With 3 Different Routes
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