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Big Bus Classic Hop on Hop off – 24 Hours
Highlights
- Hop-on and hop-off at more than 45 specially located bus stops on 3 different routes
- See London up front and personal on the free walking tour (excluding Classic)
- Set sail on the River Thames on the river cruise
Welcome aboard the Big Bus sightseeing tour of London. Your open-topped double-decker bus will take you around London’s most famous attractions as you learn about the 2,000 years of history of this fascinating city. All the trips on the red route are led by expert guides who will keep you entertained with fun facts and such as they point out the main attractions and share their many tips and tricks.
You can hop on and hop off as many times as you want at more than 45 stops at the main attractions, you will have plenty of time to explore all the sights of London. You can pick either the classic, premium or deluxe ticket. As you can imagine there is an awful lot to see in this fascinatingly lively city! So, if you have more time you can take the time to hop-off and get to know each spot a little better rather than just cruising on past. Each ticket gives you the chance to check out London at a different pace - on foot with a free walking tour which has the same duration as the ticket that you’ve purchased.
One of the most impressive sights on the Big Bus tour is the view of St. Paul’s Cathedral from Ludgate Hill. The following spots are also not to be missed: Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace - the Queen’s official residence in the capital is without doubt one of the highlights of the tour.
The trip also comes with river cruise* down the River Thames, three guided walks and a book of Big Bus discount vouchers, which give you great savings at some of the main attractions as well as various shops and restaurants.
Classic Ticket
This ticket allows you to see all of London’s top sights and attractions in a day. Ride the open-top double-decker bus for one day, hopping on and off at over 45 stops located conveniently close to famous landmarks and attractions.
Hop-on, hop-off for one day (24-hours from time of redemption) on three different Big Bus Tours’ route in London, single river cruise* from Westminster to the Tower of London (or vice versa).
INCLUDES:
? Hop-on, hop-off for 24- hours from time of redemption on any Big Bus Tours’ route in London
? One-way river cruise from Westminster to the Tower of London (either direction)
Premium Ticket
This ticket allows you to see all of London’s top sights and attractions across two days. Ride the open-top double-decker bus for two days, hopping on and off at over 45 stops on three different routes located conveniently close to famous landmarks and attractions. You can hop off the bus to explore as often as you wish, and re-join the tour once you're ready or use your first day to experience a panoramic tour around the city and your second to revisit your ultimate favorites.
Enjoy a free walking tour allowing you to find out more about British Royalty and politics and jump on board a river cruise* one way journey from Westminster to Greenwich via the Tower of London.
Hop-on, hop-off for two days (48-hours from time of redemption) on any Big Bus Tours’ route in London, daily walking tour during the validity of the ticket, one way river cruise* between Westminster and Greenwich during the validity of the ticket.
INCLUDES:
? Hop-on, hop-off for 48- hours from the time of redemption on any Big Bus Tours’ route in London
? One-way river cruise from Westminster to the Tower of London (either direction)
? Choose between three walking tours, all operating daily
? Panoramic Night Tour
Deluxe Ticket
This ticket allows you to see all of London’s top sights and attractions across three days. Ride the open-top double-decker bus for three days, hopping on and off at over 45 stops on three different routes located conveniently close to famous landmarks and attractions. You can hop off the bus to explore as often as you wish, and re-join the tour once you're ready or use your first day to experience a panoramic tour around the city and your second and third to revisit your favorites. Enjoy a daily free walking tour allowing you to find out more about British Royalty and politics and jump on board a river cruise* for a return journey from Westminster to Greenwich via Tower of London. Includes Panoramic Night tour.
Hop-on, hop-off for three days (72-hours from time of redemption) on any Big Bus Tours’ route in London, daily walking tour during the validity of the ticket, one way river cruise* between Westminster and Greenwich.
INCLUDES:
? Hop-on, hop-off for 72- hours from time of redemption on any Big Bus Tours’ route in London
? One-way river cruise from Westminster to the Tower of London (either direction)
? Choose between three walking tours, all operating daily
? Panoramic Night Tour
Green Route
Our green route links the beautiful, regenerated area of St Pancras and King’s Cross with the hustle and bustle of Covent Garden making its way through Bloomsbury en route. Much changed in the last decade, St Pancras and King’s Cross now offers a smorgasbord of cultural and foodie delights as well as a walking route along the canal to the famous Camden Market. The route also links the key train stations in these areas and the hotels in Bloomsbury to our longer, central Ored and blue tours which you can connect to from our Covent Garden and Temple stops.
Blue Route
This route really is the best way to experience everything that London has to offer from the museum quarter south of Hyde Park to the Tower of London in the East. On route, you’ll see famous landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the London Eye and St. Paul’s Cathedral, Harrods, Kensington Palace, Notting Hill and Madame Tussauds.
With the tour lasting three hours and 20 minutes, you can plug in, relax and enjoy engaging recorded historical and cultural commentary in one of 5 different languages. With stops at key points around the route, it’s simple to jump off and continue your adventure on foot or to visit some of the great attractions nearby. Locate your next bus using our live bus tracking (available on the Big Bus app) to hop back on board and continue your tour.
Red Route
Sit back and enjoy the best of what central London has to offer on our red route. Travelling as far as Victoria and Marble Arch in the west and the Tower of London in the East, you’ll see the most iconic landmarks of the city including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the London Eye and St. Paul’s Cathedral. With the tour lasting around two hours and 20 minutes, plug in, relax and enjoy engaging recorded commentary in one of 5 different languages. With stops at key points around the route, it’s simple to jump off and continue your adventure on foot or to visit some of the great attractions close by. Simply use our live bus tracking (available on the Big Bus app) to locate the next bus and hop back on to continue your tour.
Start/opening time
From approx. 8:30am for all-day routes.
End or closing time
At approx. 6pm in summer and 5pm in winter for all-day routes.
Languages
English
On the Blue tour route, audio guides are available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese and Russian.
Panoramic Night Tour
Our panoramic night tour showcases the city’s famous landmarks and monuments as they are illuminated in the evening. See London at dusk with audio commentary in 5 different languages to enlighten you about the city's glorious past and present. Taking in sights including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and the Tower of London; the evening tour is a great way to round off a day in London.
Others
The Night Tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour.
Walking Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes – 2 hours
Operates: Daily
Frequency: 3 tours daily (10am, 1pm, 4pm)
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour – 10am – Stop 7 (Trafalgar Square)
Experience one of London’s most famous traditions that is a must-see for first time visitors to London. Walk alongside the Guards as they march from St James’ Palace to Buckingham Palace. Please note, on days where there is no changing of the guard, the 10am walk will become a Royal Walk.
Royal Platinum Jubilee Walk – 1pm – Stop 1 (Green Park Underground)
This year, her Majesty the Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years on the throne. To mark this occasion, join us on our Royal Platinum Jubilee Walk to discover the best of Royal London.
Jack the Ripper – 4pm – Stop 16 (Tower of London)
Join us on foot to experience tales of one of London’s most notorious serial killers – Jack the Ripper. Explore the East End of London and discover the chilling true story of one of London’s most famous unsolved crimes.
River Cruise
Take to the water with a Thames River cruise, operated by our partner City Cruises by Hornblower. Offering a fantastic opportunity to see London from a different perspective as you journey along the Thames. Travel under bridges and watch Tower Bridge come into view, the most majestic of London’s bridges. Enjoy recorded commentary picking out the best of the sights to see including Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast, Shakespeare’s Globe and Tate Modern.
Departure: Daily from 10:00 to 17:00 *Depending on Boarding Location*
LOCATION:
You can board the river cruise at:
Tower Pier (near stop 16)
Westminster Pier (near stop 18)
London Eye Pier (near stop 11)
INFORMATION:
River cruises, operated by City Cruises by Hornblower, are included in all tickets types. Classic, Premium & Deluxe tickets all include a one-way cruise between Westminster Pier and the Tower of London (in either direction).
DEPARTURE TIMES:
River cruises depart approx. every 40 minutes.
COMMENTARY:
On-board commentary in 8 languages - Italian, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese & English
Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
Location
Start point:
Green Park Station
London Eye
Victoria Station
Tower of London
At any of the bus stops.
End point: Same as the starting point
Schedule
Opening dates
Monday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday
Guide options
Guide type: Guide
Entrance to London Eye
Highlights
- The world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel at 135 metres high
- See up to 40 kilometres on a clear day
- 30 minute ride in one of the 32 high tech glass capsules
- 4D Cinema Experience
Situated on the South Bank of the river Thames, the London Eye is an iconic part of London’s skyline. At 135 metres, the Lastminute.com London Eye is the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel, with 40 kilometre panoramic views in all directions (that’s as far as Windsor Castle on a clear day!).
With mesmerising 360-degree views of the capital, take in London’s most famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Made up of 32 high-tech glass capsules, a ride on the London Eye takes 30 minutes.
Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
Voucher validity: Same day
Fast Track customers must go to the Priority Desk inside the ticket office to exchange their vouchers.
Location
Start point:
County Hall, Westminster Bridge, London - - - London - UK
End point: Same as the starting point
Schedule
Closing dates
25/12
07/01 - 22/01
Duration: 30 Minutes
Guide options
Guide type: Not included
Requirements
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult during the performance.
Recommendations
Waterloo is the closest tube station to the London Eye.
It reaches a top speed of 900m per hour.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Millions of people have flocked through the doors of London’s Madame Tussauds since it first opened more than 200 years ago. Add your name to the list and make your way up the red carpet to see all your favorite stars. The museum-style ropes and poles have gone, so you can truly get up close and personal with A-list celebrities, sporting legends, political heavyweights, and historical icons. Relive the moments and events that made the world take notice.
Join your favorite celebrities at the ultimate party including Eddie Redmayne, Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hardy. Strut your stuff on the catwalk with Cara, join the Royal Family on the iconic balcony, and take a selfie with royal couple Harry and Meghan.
Explore the jungles of Kong: Skull Island with Tom Hiddleston as Captain James Conrad or hail a London cab for a journey through 400 years of the capital’s history. Then use the force to be transported to a galaxy far, far away and star in the action with the greats of the Star Wars universe.
Important Information :
• Entry to the attraction is only at the time shown on your e-ticket
• You will need to scan your e-ticket at the main entrance before the start of your tour
• Infants aged 3 years and under ride free, but must still reserve a ticket
• Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult, aged 18 years or over
• Disabled guests pay the standard price and their carer enters free of charge.
• The attraction is wheelchair-accessible. A maximum of 3 wheelchairs in total is allowed in the building at any one time
• Although the doors close after last admission, guests already inside the building can take their time to explore Madame Tussauds at a relaxed pace
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Oxford Day Trip from London
Visit the royal castle in Windsor, unearth Neolithic secrets at Stonehenge and explore the timeworn city of Oxford all in one day. With a professional guide, set off from central London by coach to visit three of England’s most famous sights outside of the capital. Make use of your included entrance tickets to enjoy audio tours of Windsor Castle and the UNESCO–listed Stonehenge. Then finish your day trip with a walking tour of Oxford’s honey-stoned university buildings.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Windsor Castle, Castle Hill, Windsor SL4 1PD England
Our first stop is Windsor Castle, the ancestral home of the British Royal family for more than 900 years and the largest, continuously occupied castle in Europe. Marvel at the splendour of the State Apartments, the grandest apartments in England, where paintings by Van Dyck and Rubens hang from the walls and the ceilings are painted with elaborate, magnificent murals.
Step inside St George’s Chapel, where HRH Prince Harry married Ms Meghan Markle and the tombs of prominent previous monarchs are located, including Henry VIII and Charles I. Don’t miss a colourful display of typical British pageantry that takes place every morning at the Changing the Guard ceremony, where the handover of duties between guards to the Queen takes place. If Her Majesty is in Windsor during your visit, you may be lucky enough to see the Royal Standard flying on the flagpole of the Round Tower.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Stonehenge, Amesbury SP4 7DE England
Step back 5,000 years in time to prehistoric Britain as our guide helps bring the history of this fascinating monument to life. Who built Stonehenge? Why was it built? Discover the answer to these questions and the monument’s fascinating link to the Summer and Winter solstice. Come face-to-face with a 5,500-year-old man and visit the world-class exhibition centre, with 250 ancient objects on display.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Bodleian Library Bodleian Library Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BG England
The Bodleian Library is the main research library of the University of Oxford, and is one of the oldest libraries in Europe. With over 12 million items, it is the second-largest library in Britain after the British Library.
Pass By: Christ Church, St. Aldates, Oxford OX1 1DP England
Christ Church is a constituent college of the University of Oxford in England. Christ Church is a joint foundation of the college and the Cathedral of the Oxford diocese, which serves as the college chapel and whose dean is ex officio the college head.
Pass By: University of Oxford, University Offices 1 Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD England
'The City of Dreaming Spires' is known for its distinctive architecture and holds the unique accolade of having examples of every architectural period going as far back as Saxon times. Wander its quaint cobbled streets on a walking tour of the city with our expert tour guide, who will bring the history and charm of this ancient city to life.
- Royal Yatch
- City Tour of London
- London eye
- Madame Tussauds
- Walking Tour
- Royal Yatch
- City Tour of London
