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Discover what London has to offer on the most famous hop-on hop-off tour of the Capital. Pass iconic landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, London Eye, and Big Ben with engaging audio commentary available on board. Choose between a 24-hour or a 48-hour ticket and discover London via 3 specially-designed routes covering 50+ stops: Red Route The Red route takes in the best of historic London including Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, and St Paul’s Cathedral. Blue Route The Blue Route covers all of central London from Kensington Palace in the West to the Tower of London in the East including Harrods and Madame Tussauds. Green Route The Green Route links St Pancras and King’s Cross stations in the North with Covent Garden, via the British Museum. Thames River Cruise Every ticket includes a river cruise from the Tower of London to Westminster (in either direction). The river cruise includes live commentary in 8 languages. See top London attractions lining the Thames, including Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, Shakespeare's Globe, and the Tate Modern. Departure times for the river cruise are approximately every 45 minutes. Guided Walking Tour Discover the heart of London on foot. Our walking tours, led by expert Big Bus tour guides, give you access to areas that you can’t visit by bus. Tours include: The Royal Walk Hidden Gems of City of London Hidden Gems of the City of Westminster Jack the Ripper Select a 48-hour option to benefit from all four walking tour options. Panoramic Evening Tour Choose the option that includes a Panoramic Evening Tour to discover the magic of London as the city becomes illuminated in the evening. Hop on for a nonstop, panoramic tour of London's top landmarks as the sun begins to set.

The Royal Westminster and Changing of the Guard (English) guided walking tour offers you the ability to get up close and personal with London’s most famous and impressive sights. Beginning with Buckingham Palace, the most famous residence of the King, we will explore the iconic buildings, parks and monuments of Royal London.  Witness parades by the world-famous King's Guards before continuing along the corridor of power which includes Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and 10 Downing Street.  You'll be led by an expert in London’s political, royal, and cultural history, who knows the best places to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony, allowing you the best views and photo opportunities away from the crowds. Along the way, be entertained and enthralled by your tour guide’s in-depth knowledge, memorable anecdotes, and unique take on London's history, as you discover the Kings, Queens, rogues, and villains behind this incredible city, and witness iconic buildings and mesmerizing parades along the way. Suitable for all ages and encompassing multiple different experiences in a single two-and-a-quarter-hour period, this Westminster and Changing of the Guard Walking Tour is the best way to experience Royal Westminster all in one day. 

Discover all of London's top attractions and landmarks on the Must See London tour. With the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the stops, you can explore each destination in more depth. The open-top deck offers some of the best views of the city, allowing you to plan your itinerary with ease. See iconic landmarks such as Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul's Cathedral, among others. Complete your London experience with a Thames River cruise that takes you from Westminster to Tower Pier. Take your time time and explore the famous sights, enjoy a relaxing walk in one of London's parks, and visit charming neighborhoods like Notting Hill, Shoreditch, and Brick Lane. Your pass is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the first validation, allowing you to hop on and off the bus as many times as you want during that period.

Do you know who is buried in Westminster Abbey? Join our original tour of Westminster Abbey and the City of Westminster to discover the history, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems of London. We're the only tour operator to offer skip-the-line tickets and guided tours inside the Westminster Abbey in your chosen language (others offer only self-guided visits). Discover the best things to do in Central London! Book this 4-hour walking tour of London to visit Westminster Abbey and see Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and other must-see sights and hidden gems. Our tour begins in the City of Westminster, the center of British government and power. We'll visit one of the capital’s top-rated attractions: Westminster Abbey. Led by a licensed Blue Badge Guide, our small group of up to 20 participants can beat the crowds and enjoy priority group entry to the Abbey, thus skipping the long line for individual visitors. This will give us more time to discover the Abbey's royal heritage as the site of royal weddings, coronations and burials, and to admire the beautiful Gothic nave, royal chapels and the Poets’ Corner. We'll explore the beating heart of London, learning about the British government and politics as we admire the magnificent Palace of Westminster - home to the Houses of Parliament and the iconic Big Ben. The guide will also show us many monuments to important historical figures, such as Sir Winston Churchill and Mahatma Gandhi. We’ll then head to the main gate of Buckingham Palace, to admire the exterior of one of the world's most famous royal residences and to hear fascinating stories about the late Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana of Wales, Queen Victoria and other inspiring members of the British royal family.

Join the bus at the meeting point and be whisked around London. Head past some of the main sights of the British capital on a non-stop tour that is specially designed for children between the ages of 6 and 12. Learn about the history of the major landmarks from the live kid-friendly commentary. The onboard guide will provide stories and insights to captivate children’s imaginations.  Drive past the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Pall Mall, Piccadilly Circus, Downing Street, and many more and more on this bus tour. Additionally, get free access to the open-top double-decker bus app allowing you to locate the main attractions, locate the point of departure, prepare your visit ahead, and enjoy self-guided walking tours.

Capture the heart of the city’s culture, landmarks and history on this London bus tour, while sipping a lovely cup of tea and enjoying the exquisite tastes of England. Indulge in High Tea, which is accompanied by an array of tasty sandwiches and delicious cakes and pastries. Your London bus driver will take you round several iconic sites, such as Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, St James’s Park, Hyde Park, The Royal Albert Hall, Marble Arch, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street and more. This sightseeing tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes depending on traffic. Nothing beats a good cuppa, so experience the beating heart of England like a local!

Enjoy a guided walking tour of the royal sights in London. See top sights like St. James's Palace, Clarence House, and The Mall. Save time with skip-the-line tickets to Buckingham Palace and dive into the royal residence with the official palace audio guide. Meet your guide near Buckingham Palace and head out on a guided walking tour of the most royal part of London. Hear fascinating background information about the Palace and the royal family, as well as the magnificent St. James's Palace, which was built by Henry VIII. Visit the beautiful St. James's Park, and the Mall which was built to resemble a giant red carpet leading up to the Palace. Pass by Clarence House which was home to Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall. Enter the grand halls of Buckingham Palace which is open to visitors for a limited time each year. Get tickets that will give you guaranteed access with no time wasted waiting in line. Marvel at the lavish apartments, sparkling chandeliers, and sumptuous furnishings. View some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection, such as exquisite pieces of Sèvres porcelain and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world. Using the official palace audio guide, learn about the palace residents, history, and traditions, as well as stories about the furnishings and ornaments. Many of these items were gifts over the centuries from heads of state from around the globe.

*Buckingham Palace's spectacular Staterooms open July 11–September 29. On all other dates, your tour allows access inside the Royal Mews, after your Royal walking tour of London. If your dates allow, venture inside the exquisite Royal State Rooms with an audio guide. Explore a collection of ornate 19th-century salons and galleries. See the White Drawing Room, the Throne Room, and other magnificent spaces still used by the Royal Family to entertain guests. If the State Rooms aren’t open, enjoy an equally fascinating experience at the Royal Mews. Discover the coaches and carriages at one of the finest working stables in existence. One highlight of the Mews is the Gold State Coach, used by Queen Elizabeth II to travel to Westminster Abbey on her Coronation Day in 1953. It also featured in the Platinum Jubilee Pageant celebrating her seventy-year reign. More recently it took pride of place at the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023. The introduction to the Palace is of course your royal walking tour of London beginning outside Hyde Park. Your guide will give you and your small group a crash course in regal life. Make your way up Constitution Hill and learn which famous monarch survived not one, but three assassination attempts on this very spot. Continue through Green Park and stop outside Clarence House, a 19th-century estate that the most recent royals have called home. Then, head further back in time to St. James’s Palace, used as a royal residence for over 300 years up until the reign of Queen Victoria and a working palace to this day. Next, follow the path of many a royal procession as you stroll down The Mall, the instantly recognizable route running alongside St. James’s Park. Listen to stories of events commemorated in history books that used this very route, from royal weddings to coronations and Jubilee celebrations. Pop into St. James’s Park, the city’s oldest Royal Park, whose history has been shaped by monarchs since the 16th century. After passing by Wellington Barracks, home to the royal Foot Guards on duty in the area. Your tour of one of two Palace attractions follows your tour.

Do you want to see a tradition practiced for hundreds of years? How about an inside look into the history of the royal crown? There’s tons of history behind England’s famous church, and you’ll hear it all from your storytelling tour guide. And then it’s time to see the Changing of the Queen’s Guard at Buckingham Palace, one of the most time-honoured traditions of England. Westminster Abbey Westminster Abbey was supposedly built on the spot where a vision of St. Peter appeared to a local fisherman in the 10th century. For over a thousand years it has served as a center of political and religious life in England. England’s Kings and Queens were coronated here. And other events happen here too, such as weddings and funerals for some of England’s biggest names. The televised funeral of Princess Diana was broadcasted from Westminster and watched on television by millions. Your tour guide knows plenty about the Princess’s life, a lot of stuff that you probably wouldn’t know!  Guided through this beautiful church, your guide will bring you through the rich history that has passed through this place. Charles Darwin, Sir Isaac Newton, and David Livingstone are some of the few famous Englishmen honored with life-like effigies in the Abbey. Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling, and Geoffrey Chaucer are buried along with many other literary giants in the abbey’s Poet’s Corner.  Changing of the Guard Protecting the Kings and Queens of England since 1660, the Queen's Guard is sourced from seven regiments of the English military and are some of the most elite soldiers in the national service. The Changing of the Guard, a ceremony that goes back centuries, takes place at 10:30 AM every day. There's always a huge crowd to watch the procession, but it actually serves a real purpose. The Old Guard, who has been on duty for the entire morning, must be switched out with the New Guard. You can try to get their attention, but these guards are primarily concerned with the Queen's protection, so they won't react. Your guide will bring you to a much less crowded spot than the public usually congregates, so you can see the whole procession with a view missed by most.  Changing of the Guard Sourced from seven branches of England’s military, the Queen's Guard has conducted their Changing of the Guard ceremony since 1660. They are some of the most elite soldiers in the service and are specifically tasked with the protection of the Royal Monarch. They won’t react to any provocation, no matter how you try to bother them. We’ll be taking you to a spot without all the crowds where you’ll be able to see the Changing of the Guard with a clear view.  Important! Please note that the Changing of the Guard currently occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays only. If there is heavy rainfall, the Changing of the Guard will not happen.

Enjoy a 3.5-hour bike ride around the classic sights of London to see many of the city’s most historic sites. Meet your guide, then head off on your ride, hosted by London's original guided bicycle sightseeing tour. Starting at Big Ben, admire the Houses of Parliament across the river, and continue past Lambeth Palace to cross Lambeth Bridge. Cycle past small red brick houses lining the streets, which offer an enchanting contrast to the imposing historical monuments. Appreciate the belfry of Westminster Abbey. Then cycle over to St. James’s Park. Catch the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Then head back to central London to walk safely through Trafalgar Square, with Lord Nelson looking down from his column. Cycle over to Covent Garden, and take a break to watch some street theater in the market’s central piazza. Then, climb back on your bike for the ride through London’s legal district, and over to the colorful Leather Lane Market and Smithfield’s Market, London’s lively meat market. Pass Wren’s amazing St Paul’s Cathedral, and cross back to the south side of the Thames on the famous Westminster Bridge for the end of the tour.