London Bus Tour: Big Bus

The Big Bus London Bus Tour offers an exceptional opportunity to explore the iconic landmarks of the British capital. Travelers can embark at any designated stop and enjoy London at their leisure, immersing themselves in the city’s rich culture and history.

Routes, Stops, and Timetables

This sightseeing service features three distinct routes. Climb aboard an open-top double-decker bus to witness the astonishing sights of one of the world’s most renowned cities, all while accompanied by an enriching audio guide. Additionally, the 48-hour ticket grants access to a boat ride on the River Thames if you wish to elevate your experience.

Marvel at prominent stops along the routes, which include London Bridge, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, The Tower of London, and Westminster.

The audio guide will ensure that you gather intriguing insights about London's history, its famed monuments, and much more.

Bus Lines

Discover the specifics of each bus line available on this comprehensive tour:

• Red Line: This extensive route spans 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering many must-see attractions in London. Currently, due to renovations at Stop 1, this line starts and finishes at Stop 2 (Hard Rock). Departures occur daily from 8:40 am to 5:10 pm, with intervals of 20 to 30 minutes. From November to February, the last bus leaves at 4:30 pm.
• Blue Line: Navigating through the museum district adjacent to Hyde Park, this route concludes at the Tower of London, featuring famous destinations such as Buckingham Palace, Harrods, the Houses of Parliament with Big Ben, Kensington Palace, and more. The complete tour runs for 3 hours and 20 minutes and operates daily from 8:30 am to 5 pm, with buses arriving every 20 to 30 minutes. The final service from stop 24 is at 4:30 pm from November to February.
• Green Line: Connecting North London to the central area, this route is ideal for those residing outside the bustling city center, taking roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes. Buses operate daily every 30 to 60 minutes from 8:30 am to 6 pm, with the last departure at 4:30 pm from stop 44 during winter months.

Ticket Options

During the reservation process, you can select from the following ticket categories:

• Same-Day Ticket: This option permits travel only on the specified date of purchase and does not include the Thames cruise.
• 24-Hour Ticket: This ticket remains valid for 24 hours and encompasses the Thames cruise.
• 48-Hour Ticket: Valid for 48 hours, this ticket includes the Thames cruise and various guided tours in London.
• 48-Hour Ticket + Evening Tour: This comprehensive package includes the 48-hour ticket, the Thames cruise, multiple guided tours, along with a special evening tour on an open-top bus.

Boat Ride

Note that the boat ride is not included in the same-day ticket you reserve.

Experience a one-way journey along the River Thames stretching between Westminster and The Tower of London. Services operate daily from 10 am to 5 pm, with departures every 15 minutes in summer and every 40 minutes in winter.

You can board from the following points:

• Tower Bridge Dock (close to stop 16 on the bus route)
• Westminster Dock (located near stop 18 on the bus route)

London Walking Tours

Walking tours are not part of the same-day ticket or the 24-hour ticket.

Your 48-hour Bus Tour ticket incorporates a guided walking experience in London, available daily. Choose from the following options for a 1.5-hour journey:

• Royal Sites Tour: This tour departs at 10 am from stop 7 (Trafalgar Square).
• City of London Tour: Set off at 4 pm from stop 14 (St Paul's Cathedral).
• Westminster Undiscovered Side Tour: Begins at 1 pm from stop 10 (Whitehall).

Note that the first two tours are suspended in winter (November 1 to February 28) and will be substituted with a historic city tour that departs at 4 pm from stop 16 of the bus system.

How Does It Work?

The London Bus Tour ticket remains valid for 24 or 48 hours from its initial use, based on the selected option. During this timeframe, you can hop on and off as many times as you wish. While a start date is requested at booking, you can activate this ticket at any point within six months following your chosen date.

Activities in London

As you explore, consider visiting additional sights featured during your bus journey. Acquire your tickets for the London Eye, the Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Westminster Abbey.