Why Take a London Bus Tour?
Take in all of London’s iconic landmarks on a London bus tour! Perfect for first-time visitors, you can stop by all the must-see sights of the city without walking, making sure you don’t miss any major landmarks.
Online from
£49
Per adult
Purchased separately
£92
at Walk-up
- This tour is perfect for those wanting to explore London at their own pace. Get entry to the London Eye for 360° views of London’s iconic skyline
- Plus, enjoy a same-day hop-on-hop-off sightseeing bus tour to see all of the capital’s amazing attractions
- Booking a timeslot is not required for Big Bus. Simply show your ticket within 90 days from the day you visit the London Eye
Online from
£49.99
Per adult
Online from
£39.99
Per child
Bus Tour Only
- Same day Hop-on, Hop-off open top bus tour
- No booking needed for the Big Bus Tour. Just present your ticket on any day within 90 days of purchase.
- Does not include entry to London Eye
London Bus Tour Tickets and Packages
There are so many London bus tour tickets to choose from, depending on your preferences and how many days you have to explore! There are one day ticket options, or extend the fun to a two-day ticket. You can also add on some of London’s other iconic attractions, like
the London Eye and walking tours, with our ticket bundles.
Explore all the ticket options here. There are also discounts for families, students and groups.
London Bus Tour Routes: What to Expect
Our London bus tours cover all the must-see landmarks across our different routes, so you can plan your day depending on the sights you want to stop by.
Red Route
- Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes duration.
- Covers the best of Central London - including Big Ben, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, and the London Eye.
Blue Route
- Approximately 3 hours 35 minutes duration.
- Covers the best of London from east to west - including Kensington Palace, Harrods and Tower Bridge.
Green Route
- Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes duration.
- Connects King's Cross and St. Pancras stations with the heart of London, for easy access to our Red and Blue Routes.
Explore the full Big Bus route here.
Tips for the Best London Bus Tour Experience
A London bus tour is a great experience for visitors, regardless of the time of year or weather. However, try to avoid wet weather days for your London bus tour if you can, and bring a raincoat and appropriate clothing just in case. We recommend planning your London bus tour route in advance to make sure you don’t miss any of the must-see stops.
Sitting up top is a great way to take in all of the sights and maximise the photo opportunities!
FAQs About London Bus Tours
Refunds are not available, but if plans change, you can benefit from our flexible ticket. No booking needed, simply show your ticket within 90 days from the date of purchase.
- Red Route: 2 hours, 30 minutes (approx.)
- Blue Route: 3 hours, 35 minutes (approx.)
- Green Link: 1 hour, 10 minutes (approx.)
Please allow for more time if you plan to hop on and off at any of our stops.
Food is not allowed on London bus tours, but drinks in closed containers are permitted.
We will need to confirm in advance whether your wheelchair can be accommodated on board, to avoid any disappointment on your day of travel. Please contact Big Bus in advance with information about your wheelchair, including an indication of the width and weight of the chair.
