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London Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide

234 Reviews 4.39 out of 5 stars Based on 234 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | London, England
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Overview

Sit back and relax as one of our well-ventilated open-top buses reconnects you with your favourite London landmarks. Glide past the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus in this 2 hours fully guided tour of Central London.

This tour is not Hop-On Hop-Off and guests will be required to remain on the same bus for the duration of the tour.

The buses will be running at reduced capacity and tickets will be sold in specific time slots to avoid overcrowding.

Join us in reconnecting with this great city!

What's Included

  • A 2 hours open top bus tour around London
  • Reduced capacity and allocated time slots to avoid over crowding
  • A professional live guide on selected departures
  • Refreshments
  • To Hop-on and Hop-off
  • Due to the current situation a live guide cannot be guaranteed on all departures
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1 Belvedere Road
London SE1 7NA, UK

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London

The tour will start at London Eye, Belvedere Road, Tourist bus stop number 77, London, SE1 7GH (nearest tube station is Waterloo, 2 minute walk) where you will board an open top bus tour to see some of London’s most famous sights as dusk falls.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Buckingham Palace (pass by)

Buckingham Palace, the grand and iconic London residence of Her Majesty the Queen is an absolute must-see on any visit to London. A fully working royal palace, housing not only The Queen, but serving as the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household.
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Tower of London (pass by)

The Tower of London, founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7, is one of the world’s most famous fortresses yet despite its grim reputation as a place of torture and death, there are so many more stories to be told. The ancient stones reverberate with dark secrets, priceless jewels glint in fortified vaults and ravens strut the grounds.
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Westminster Abbey (pass by)

An essential addition to any visit to London and set in the heart of the city, Westminster Abbey is legendary and iconic. Boasting a rich history that spans over one thousand years, the site was originally occupied by Benedictine monks in the middle of the tenth century. The current gothic masterpiece has stood there for about 700 years. The imperious gothic master work is truly breathtaking and the intricate stained glass is some of the most beautiful in the UK.
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London Eye (pass by)

Also known as the Millennium Wheel, London Eye is one of the largest Ferris wheel in Europe and one of the most popular attractions in the UK.The iconic London Eye offers breathtaking views of London from high above the River Thames.
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Big Ben (pass by)

The Elizabeth Tower, also known as “Big Ben“, dates from 1858 and had its 150th anniversary in 2009. It is one of the most iconic symbols of the UK and a must see attraction in London. Big Ben is famous in the world for its accuracy and for its massive bell.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • There will be no breaks during the tour
  • No food will be provided on this tour
  • We reserve the right to refuse entry onto the bus

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.39 out of 5 stars based on 234 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • A 2 hours open top bus tour around London.
  • Reduced capacity and allocated time slots to avoid over crowding.
  • A professional live guide on selected departures.
  • Multilingual audio guide available in 12 languages.
The following is NOT included:
  • Refreshments.
  • To Hop-on and Hop-off.
  • Due to the current situation a live guide cannot be guaranteed on all departures.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the London Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for London Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • A 2 hours open top bus tour around London
  • Reduced capacity and allocated time slots to avoid over crowding
  • A professional live guide on selected departures
  • Multilingual audio guide available in 12 languages
  • Refreshments
  • To Hop-on and Hop-off
  • Due to the current situation a live guide cannot be guaranteed on all departures

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please Note: This is not a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and customers will need to remain on the bus for the duration of the tour
  • The tour itinerary and order may change.
  • Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day
  • There will be no breaks during the tour
  • No food will be provided on this tour
  • We reserve the right to refuse entry onto the bus
  • Buses will be cleaned thoroughly after every tour
  • We are aiming to have a live guide on every departure, however due to the current situation, a live guide can not be guaranteed
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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