City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras Discount Tickets

Overview

City Sightseeing London on our Hop-on Hop-off Bus tour will be the best way to explore the capital of England with the rich history and culture. Take in the views and visit iconic sites like Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London at your leisure. We have selected key tour stops to allow you to see all the sites London has to offer in touching distance. From The Shard, to Big Ben to Oxford Street, we cover all the best places in London. With our 24, 48 and 72-hour tickets, we even offer a free river cruise to explore London by water as well as other exciting inclusions (excluded in the 1-Day Today Ticket).

Redemption Instructions

Mobile and paper vouchers can be redeemed for this tour All vouchers can be redeemed at any of the bus stops along the route Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out For any queries, please contact our customer service team at customer.care@city-sightseeing.com

Language Offered

Arabic-AUDIO

German-AUDIO

Russian-AUDIO

Portuguese-AUDIO

Mandarin-AUDIO

Japanese-AUDIO

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Italian-AUDIO

Polish-AUDIO

French-AUDIO

Spanish-AUDIO

Inclusion

AI-powered City Sightseeing app featuring live bus tracking app adapted to your needs!

1-day, 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour

Audio guide in 11 languages + headphones

Single journey on the River Cruise (24-hour ticket only)

Stops near the major sights

Night Tour (72-hour ticket only)

Greenwich return on the River Cruise (48 and 72-hour tickets only)

Exclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks, unless specified

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Red Route - First departure from Stop 1 at 8.45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30pm. Frequency is every 20 minutes until 3:30pm, then every 30 minutes until 6:30pm. Full loop duration: 150 minutes

Red Route audio guide languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Arabic

Green Route Shuttle: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:30pm. Last full loop is at 4:50pm. Buses run every 90 minutes. Duration: 90 minutes

Green Route audio guide languages: English, French, Spanish, German and Italian

Blue Route - First departure from Stop 20 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 20 at 5:40pm. Last full loop is at 4:40pm. Duration: 80 minutes. Frequency is every 45 minutes

Blue Route audio guide languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese and Kids commentary

Customers can start their tour at any of the stops along the routes. Stop 1 on the Red Route and Green Shuttle Service is Belvedere Road

Stop 11 Buckingham Palace is closed every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11am - 12pm due to the Changing of the Guards

Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be accepted at any of the stops along the routes. Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out

24-hour ticket includes a one-way cruise between Westminster Pier and Tower Pier. You can start the cruise from either pier. Departs every 40 minutes. Duration: 35 mins approx. First departure (both piers): 10am. Last departure (from Tower pier): 6:55pm. Last departure (from Westminster): 7:20pm. You will be given your cruise ticket when you redeem your voucher on the bus

48 and 72-hour tickets include a same day return trip to and from Greenwich Pier. Departs every 40 minutes. Duration: 35 minutes approx. First departure to Greenwich (from both piers): 10am. Last departure to Greenwich from Westminster Pier: 4pm. Last departures from Greenwich to Westminster Pier: 5:50pm. You will be given your cruise ticket when you redeem your voucher on the bus

Night Tour (included in the 72-hour ticket only): Operates daily at 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9:15pm, 9:45pm and 10:20pm (April - September). Operates daily at 7:30pm and 9:20pm (October - March). Departure Stop: Outside Green Park Station

Kids commentary: Blue Route - Mia Cloo's London Quest. Ask your driver for a free copy of our Mia Cloo's London Quest booklet. Available in English

2.5-Hour Express Panoramic bus tour (if option is selected): includes a 2.5-hour panoramic single loop of London only, with no hopping off. Every seat on our top deck offers 360-degree views of London's top sights. You'll be treated to perfect shots of London's skyline with nothing in your way and informative audio guides point out histories, secrets, and the city's lively spirit. You can start your journey at any of our stops on the Red Route. Please note, this is not a hop-on hop-off service. Buses run every 20 minutes until 3:30pm, then every 30 minutes. First departure from Stop 1 at 8:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:30pm

Please note, Stop 1 Belvedere Road (Red and Green Lines) is out of use until further notice due to construction works. The nearest pick-up point for Stop 1 Belvedere Road is York Road - public stop outside the M&S store

Saturday 13th June - King's Birthday Parade and Trooping the Colour: Due to road closures, Stops 25, 26 and 27 will be affected. Customers should proceed to Stops 24 and 10 instead. Buses will operate on the standard diversion route via Strand and Waterloo. Stop 13 Buckingham Palace will be closed for the entire day. Customers should alight at Stop 16 Victoria Station and walk approximately 5 minutes to the Palace

Sunday 14th June - Due to a parade taking place, Stops 25, 26 and 27 will be affected. Customers should use Stops 24 and 10 instead