Hop-on Hop-off London Bus Tour & Westminster Abbey
Highlights
- Take a hop-on hop-off bus tour in London.
- Admire London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, The Shard, Buckingham Palace, and more.
- Bus audio guide available in 11 languages.
- Enjoy a one-way Thames river cruise with the 24-hour bus ticket option.
- Visit Westminster Abbey – one of London’s most famous landmarks.
Overview
Bus Tour
Immerse yourself in the beauty of London with our sightseeing bus tour as we provide you with the flexibility to hop on and off at any of our bus stops across the city. Make the most of your visit to London as we offer 4 different bus routes and conveniently located bus stops near the main sights and attractions.
Learn about the history of the city as the audio guide provides you with fascinating facts and information about each area and landmark along the way! Keep an eye out for some of the city’s most stunning sights from the open-top bus.
Routes & Timetable
The Classic Tour (Blue Route): Covers the main Central London sights including Buckingham Palace, London Eye, Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and more.
The Essential Tour (Red Route): Passes by Madame Tussauds, London Zoo, Trafalgar Square and two of the most famous parks in London: Hyde Park & Regents Park.
The Museum Tour (Orange Route): Explore London’s world-famous museums with the Museum Tour and pass by the beautiful Royal Albert Hall, Buckingham Palace, and Harrods along the way!
The Pick-Up/Drop-Off Route (Yellow Route): Operating in the mornings and late afternoons, this route travels from the popular hotel districts such as Kensington and Bayswater to Central London.
Click here to see Hop on Hop off map and timetable.
River Thames Boat Ride
Take a cruise down the River Thames and experience the beauty of the city from a new perspective. Enjoy breathtaking views of London’s skyline as you pass by Big Ben, the London Eye, the Shard, and Tower Bridge! Departing from Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier, or vice versa, there will be a bus stop at each end so you can easily hop back on to the tour bus to continue the tour.
River Cruise Route Map and Timetable
Please note the one-way river cruise is only available with the 24-hour bus ticket option.
Westminster Abbey
Visit Westminster Abbey – one of London’s most iconic landmarks. Known for its beautiful 13th century architecture and its role in British politics, Westminster Abbey has a rich history ready to be discovered.
View the special items held in the Abbey including the original coronation chair which was built for King Edward in 1296 and the Royal tombs in the Lady Chapel.
With lots to discover, book your tickets for Westminster Abbey and the Golden Tours London bus tour today!
Inclusions
- Hop-on hop-off London bus tour
- River cruise only with the 24-hour bus ticket option
- Bus audio guide available in 11 languages
- Entry to Westminster Abbey
Exclusions
- Entry to other attractions
- Food and drink
Additional information
Monday to Friday 9:30am – 3:30pm (last entry)
Saturday 9:00am – 3:30pm (last entry)
Sunday : Closed for sightseeing
They Abbey will close 30min after last entry.
Galleries will open 30 mins after main opening time.
Planned full closures:
The Abbey will be closed on the 24th to 25th of December.
Every 20 mins on the Red and Blue routes. Every 30 mins on the Orange route.
Departure point: You can join the tour from any of our touristic bus stops. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted Golden Tours Hop on Hop Off/London Tour Bus.
Click here to see Hop on Hop off map and timetable.
To view the latest service information please click here.
Audio guide languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic.
Operated by City Cruises
Boats leave every 30 minutes from: Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa
Your ticket will be valid for one way journey only and not for a return trip.
Your one way boat ride ticket is valid from:
-Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa.
River Cruise Route Map and Timetable
Open All Year except 24, 25, 26 December and 1st January.
Start time: 3:30pm daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish time: 5pm
Departure Point and Directions: Exit Tower Hill Station, London and wait at the Ice Cream Refreshments stand next to the station exit
Return Location: Near Liverpool Street Underground Station
Royal Walking Tour
Start time: 10am daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish: 12pm
Departure Point: Tourist Bus Stop outside The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Gate, SW1A 1AA (Nearest underground station: Victoria and Green Park)
Return Point: Westminster Abbey (Nearest underground station: Westminster Station)
Highlights
- Take a hop-on hop-off bus tour in London.
- Admire London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, The Shard, Buckingham Palace, and more.
- Bus audio guide available in 11 languages.
- Enjoy a one-way Thames river cruise with the 24-hour bus ticket option.
- Visit Westminster Abbey – one of London’s most famous landmarks.