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15 Best London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

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.

1.Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise

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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2.City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras

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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6.London: Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off with optional River Cruise

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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7.London: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off with Optional River Cruise

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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10.London: River Thames Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise

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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11.Golden Tours London Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Sightseeing Bus Tour

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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12.Thames 24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off River Cruise

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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13.City Sightseeing London Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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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14.London: Golden Tours Gray Line Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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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15.Uber Boat by Thames Clippers River Roamer: Hop On Hop Off Pass

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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3.5London Tootbus Discovery Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour2 hours (approx.)$48.27 4.0London: Tootbus London by Night Bus Tour1.5 hours$37 3.5The Big Day Out – London Eye Ticket, London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise3 hours 35 minutes (approx.)$82.38 4.0London: Hop-On Hop-Off 1-Day River Sightseeing Adventure1 day$34 4.0Edinburgh Rail Trip From London With Castle Entry and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus16 hours (approx.)$329.34 3.6London: Tootbus Christmas Lights Tour incl walking tours$45.80 4.0Big Bus London Open-Top Evening Tour2 hours (approx.)$50.72 4.0IFS Cloud Cable Car and Uber Boat by Thames Clippers Hop On Hop Off Pass1 to 16 hours (approx.)$50.30 4.5London Tootbus Kids Tour With Bespoke Live Guided Commentary45 minutes (approx.)$33.15 3.5Windsor Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour1 hour (approx.)$27.43 3.1London: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass1 day$33 3.5Tower of London With London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise3 hours 35 minutes (approx.)$106.96 4.1London: Harry Potter Tour, Hop-on Hop-off Bus, and Cruise$81.53 4.0London: Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour by Open-Top Bus2 hours$49 3.0TopView® 24 Hr Hop on Hop off Bus Tour with River Cruise & Walks1 day (approx.)$49.37 3.5TopView® 48 Hr Hop on Hop off Bus Tour with River Cruise & Walks2 days (approx.)$75.52 3.7London: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour and Madame Tussauds Ticket1 - 2 days$82 3.0London Tootbus Christmas Lights Tour$46.63 4.0London: Harry Potter Walking Tour Hop-on Hop-off Bus River Thames Cruise$94.64 3.0Hop on Hop off Bus Tour (24h)$44.02 3.7Windsor: Golden Tours Open Top Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour1 day$26 3.5London by Night Tootbus Sightseeing Bus Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$38.19 4.5The Painted Hall and Uber Boats by Thames Clippers Hop On, Hop off Pass16 hours (approx.)$46.62 3.5London Discovery by Day and by Night Hop-On Hop-off Tours2 hours (approx.)$51.83