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Golden Tours – London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Only Tour

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Highlights

  • Hop on and off at your leisure with stops near iconic sights and attractions.
  • See Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, and more from the open-top bus.
  • Enjoy entertaining commentary from live guides on select departures.
  • Audio guides available in 12 languages Kids’ Commentary.
  • Free cancellation and amendments up to 24 hours before scheduled tour.

Overview

Explore one of the world’s most famous cities with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and discover its iconic sights. Step aboard the open-top bus and enjoy panoramic views from the upper deck. With 3 different routes, this London sightseeing bus will take you all over the capital.

The Classic Tour (Blue route) will take you through Central London, showcasing London’s most famous landmarks. Enjoy unparalleled views of Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, and more. Drive through Piccadilly Circus and see the capital’s vibrant billboards and admire the iconic water fountain at Trafalgar Square.

The Essential Tour (Red route) focuses on the centre and north of London with stops near iconic attractions including Madame Tussauds, Regent’s Park, King’s Cross Station, and more.

The Museum Tour (Orange route) covers West London, ideal if you want to explore the capital’s renowned museums. Visit the Natural History Museum, V&A Museum, Science Museum, and see the beautiful Royal Albert Hall. This route is also great for a shopping trip at Harrods, the city’s most famous store.

There are a variety of stops where you can interchange routes, making your sightseeing experience easy and convenient.

Plus, hear fascinating commentary about London’s landmarks as you pass them with a live guide on select departures and a multilingual audio guide on all buses.

Click here to see Hop on Hop off map and timetable.

Click here to view Sunday Special route map

Please note: This ticket include bus only. To grab a bus, cruise or walking tour, visit: https://www.hoponhopoffplus.com/london/hop-on-hop-off-bus-cruise-walking-tours

Inclusions

  • Hop on hop off London bus tour
  • Live guide on select departures*
  • Audio guide in 12 languages + Kids Commentary

Exclusions

  • Entry to attractions
  • River Cruise
  • Walking tours

Additional information

Frequency: 
Summer + Holidays = Every 20 mins on the Red and Blue routes. Every 30 mins on the Orange route.
Winter = Every 30 mins on the Blue route. Every 60 mins on the Red and Orange routes.

Click here to see Hop on Hop off map and timetable

Another way to find each bus stop is to use what3words. This will pinpoint a 3 metre square box where you will find each. The words to use can be found here

To view the latest service information please click here. 
You can join the tour from any of our stops. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted Golden Tours Hop on Hop Off/London Tour Bus.
On Sunday 26th April 2026, buses will be on diversion due to the London Marathon. Special Red Route will serve stops 1,3,4,61,21,18,25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32,33,34,35,36. All remaining stops will NOT be served until the roads have reopened.
Duration is valid from when you first hop on the bus. Unlimited usage within your chosen timeframe. Does not include London by Night tour.
Live guides may not be present on all departures.
Audio Guides in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese, Arabic, and Kids' Commentary in English.
Children under 5 years of age travel free.
Each bus has space for one fold-away pushchair and a wheelchair on the lower deck.
*To travel with a live guide for a complete loop, please board the bus at London Eye, Belvedere Road, SE1 7NA on the hour.
Download the free Golden Tours City Guide App to see full bus timings and guide your way around the city.
Stops 20, 22, 24 and 25 near Buckingham Palace are closed temporarily from 10am to 12pm when the Changing of the Guard ceremony takes place. Please use stop 21 or 14 during this time.

To view the latest service information please click here. 

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