Open-top bus passes compared, from 24-hour hop-on tickets to routes that bundle a Thames cruise. A full loop takes over two hours in normal traffic, so treat it as sightseeing rather than transport. Start before 10am to beat the West End crawl.
Discover the best of London with Big Bus Tours! Hop on, hop off, and cruise along the river for an unforgettable sightseeing experience. Book now!
Most Popular★ 3.5“Bus stops were a little tricky and I found we waited for the Big Bus. Other sight seeing busses passed us more. One stop was closed by The British Museum but the app directed us that way and we waited a bit before realizing. Not…”
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10,803 reviews3 hours 35 minutes (approx.)From $39.77by Big Bus London
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Explore London at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour, optional river cruise, and multiple routes—perfect for first-time visitors seeking flexibility and value.
★ 4.4“Very informative and flowed smoothly in sometimes crazy traffic . A fantastic way to see London to get your bearings. Even when we were half way between stops we flagged the driver and he motioned come up to the traffic lights and let us in.…”
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7,374 reviews1 - 3 daysFrom $33by City Sightseeing UK
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Discover London's highlights with the Tootbus hop-on hop-off tour, complete with river cruise options, flexible schedules, and kid-friendly guides.
★ 3.9“Easily accessible, great way to see London and hear about the history”
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7,045 reviews1 - 3 daysFrom $47by Tootbus
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Discover the best of London with our Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour. Explore iconic landmarks, majestic palaces, and vibrant neighborhoods at your own pace. Book now!
★ 4.4“Just great! Nice Bus, nice Personal, worth Informations, nice Tour (red line). Thank you very much!”
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6,579 reviewsFrom $56.57
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Experience the best of London with our Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off tour, River Cruise, and London Eye. Discover iconic landmarks and breathtaking views. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
★ 4.4“Very good, descriptive narration and excellent driving.”
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5,332 reviews1 - 2 daysFrom $74by Big Bus Tours - London
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Discover London with this hop-on hop-off bus tour, including routes, audio guides, and optional river cruise—perfect for seeing top sights at your pace.
★ 3.9“Loved the staff that was working with the company. The guides that were at the different stops were very helpful. Especially the guys near the Eyelondon stop which I believe was # 23.”
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4,327 reviewsFrom $41.49by Tootbus
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Discover London with this comprehensive hop-on, hop-off bus tour including a Thames River cruise, guided walks, and evening lit-up sights for a full city experience.
★ 4.1“Great hop on, hop off get around to all the sights without all the trouble of rushing and traffic. Sit relax and listen through ear phones all the history of London. Would highly recommend.”
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3,875 reviews1 - 2 daysFrom $35by Big Bus Tours - London
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Discover the best of London with the Tootbus Hop on Hop off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise. Explore iconic landmarks and sail along the famous river.
★ 4.0“Buses pretty regular. Music on board can be a bit repetitive and sometimes commentary goes missing. Overall pretty good though.”
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3,834 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $53.74by Tootbus
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Explore London comfortably with the Tootbus hop-on hop-off tour, including a river cruise and walking tours—ideal for flexible sightseeing at your own pace.
★ 4.0“The freedom to move around London from area to area.”
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3,653 reviews1 - 3 daysFrom $52by Tootbus
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Discover London's iconic sights from the River Thames with this hop-on hop-off cruise, offering flexible sightseeing, onboard commentary, and great views.
★ 4.4“Went to London with my parents on holiday (they are from the Philippines) and booked this hop-on and hop-off sightseeing on river Thames. This is really good. Weather was fab so we sat upstairs to have a better view. The live commentator was fab also.…”
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3,112 reviews1 dayFrom $33by City Cruises Limited
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Experience London like never before with Golden Tours! Hop on our open-top bus tour and explore the city's iconic sights at your own pace. Book now!
★ 4.0“The routes, the commentaries and the views were spectacular! It was a great introduction to the city! Would highly recommend seeing London this way!”
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2,064 reviews1 day (approx.)From $32.08by Golden Tours Gray Line London
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Explore the beauty of London from the Thames with our 24-hour hop-on hop-off river cruise. Discover iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Book your adventure now!
★ 4.0“Very memorable journey with city cruiser on the river Thames.you can visit few sights on one day without worrying about the transport .”
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1,256 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $33.76by City Cruises
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Discover London's iconic landmarks at your own pace with the City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour. Uncover the city's hidden gems while enjoying panoramic views.
★ 4.0“Hop on Hop Off portion no problem. I had been up for the last 30 hours. I cut the cruise short to return to starting point. Before getting off they said it would be a short turnaround, another boat would be there shortly. This was…”
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1,224 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $37.00by City Sightseeing Ltd - UK and Ireland
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Discover London's iconic sights with the Golden Tours Gray Line hop-on hop-off bus, including a Thames cruise and free walking tour for flexible exploring.
★ 3.8“The individual at the booking was very knowledgeable and gave excellent suggestions on what color lines to take for seeing and doing the most for the tour. Also, great discounts for the main attractions within the stops made. All listed in the map.”
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1,203 reviews4 hours - 3 daysFrom $31by Golden Tours - Gray Line London
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Discover London like never before with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers River Roamer pass. Hop on, hop off and explore iconic landmarks along the Thames. Don't miss out, click now!
★ 4.0“You are able to experience the view of the entire city. You can get on and off all day long without having to use another form of transportation. Staff will assist on when to exit to reach your next destination.”
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707 reviews1 day (approx.)From $34.83by Uber Boat by Thames Clippers
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