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Due the nature of this type of tour and varying demand, group travellers should be aware that there is no guarantee that the group will be able to travel altogether as the available seats vary from stop to stop and depends on demand each day. The group may need to split up and/or wait for the next bus(s).

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• Take an open-top bus excursion to discover the capital.
• See well-known sites including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London.
• All ages may enjoy this dynamic history lesson with a live English-speaking guide.
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Take an enthralling two-hour open-top bus trip that leaves often from the well-known London Eye. Explore the core of London's past and present while passing by well-known sites including Piccadilly Circus, the Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace. This trip guarantees a balance of information and enjoyment, guided by knowledgeable experts. Relive the enchantment of London's finest sites from the luxury of our bus, whether you pick the day or night trip.

Experience the spirit of London on our panoramic open-top bus tour, an immersive two-hour excursion that leaves from the London Eye every hour. Jubilee Park and Garden in front of the London Eye provide a lovely backdrop for the departure point, which is conveniently located at Belvedere Road, SE1 7NA. A live guide will meet you as soon as you get on one of our blue buses and begin to regale you with interesting facts about some of London's most beloved locations. This trip guarantees that you see all the major sights, including the imposing Buckingham Palace, the fascinating Tower of London, and the energetic Piccadilly Circus. As you travel around the city's busy streets, immerse yourself in its rich history and current relevance. Choose between the day and night trips for a distinctive viewpoint on the nation's capital if you're more flexible. The attraction of London reveals itself to you whether you are in the brilliant sunshine or the twinkling city lights. Spend the entire two hours on the bus taking in the sights and sounds while listening to our live guide's insightful comments. As an alternative, choose the audioguide experience, which provides a fluid history and landmarks of London. For those who want a thorough rundown of the city's top attractions, this trip is ideal. We also offer another alternative if you're seeking for a hop-on and hop-off experience. Our blue busses are waiting for you at the London Eye, where your tour starts and ends. See the timetable map for further information and set out on an unforgettable tour of London's most popular sights. Book your tickets right away!

Day Tours:  10:00am to 5:00pm (please arrive 15 min prior to the start time) Night Tours : 07:00pm and 08:00pm (please arrive 15 min prior to the start time) Duration:  2 Hours Approx Start Point:  London Eye Tourist Stop - Belvedere Road, Tourist bus stop, London SE1 7GH (Please check calender to know about the availability)

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• Audio Guide available in 11 languages
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The 9 best bus tours in London from 007 to fine dining

Anyone call for a bright red double-decker? See the capital in all its glory on one of these brilliant London bus tours

Whether you’re after a whirlwind tour of London’s attractions  for the first time or you want a little refresher of your favourite spots in London, we’ve rounded up the best London bus tours for you to take your pick. Our choice selection includes open-top classics that enable you to tick off your favourite landmarks one by one and some sinister tours that take place after dark... And don’t worry Harry Potter fans – we’ve included a London bus tour that takes in all the bespectacled boy wizard’s trips around the capital, from King’s Cross to Number 12 Grimmauld Place. 

Time Out tip:  Wherever you're headed while you're visiting London always have two things to hand: a brolly and Citymapper. 

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Best London bus tours

1.  the beatles evening tour.

Trace the years from 1962 to 1970, when Beatlemania was at its peak, as you visit more than 35 Beatles-related landmarks on this evening tour of central London. You’ll also see some of the sites surrounding the band members’ individual music careers, while your expert local guide entertains you with Beatles history through music and film footage - don't worry, there are plenty of photo stops.

Time Out tip: If you're a Beatles fan, you might also enjoy Music of The Mind, an exhibition exploring the works of artist and activist Yoko Ono. It runs until 1st September. 

2.  Ghost bus tour

Set aside an hour of your time to get well and truly spooked. On this ghost bus tour you’ll cruise the city’s historic streets in an old Routemaster (painted black, of course), learning all about London’s gruesome past with a hefty helping on chilling tales and the most haunted sites in the capital.

Time Out tip: For even more gore, why not check out the Sweeny Todd experience at the London Dungeon ?

3.  Big Bus London hop-on hop-off tour

Hop on and off at London's best landmarks and attractions on this classic open-top tour bus. Soak up the sights with over 40 stops around the capital, listen to captivating commentary about your surroundings and experience it all at your own pace.

Time Out tip: With a city this widespread, you'll need some flexibility. For that, you can grab a ticket valid for up to three days, that way you can take your time getting to know London.

4.  Harry Potter bus tour

We may all be muggles, but London contains a wealth of fun Harry Potter experiences that are more than magical. Hop onboard this tour and you’ll journey from Platform 9¾ at King’s Cross to Number 12 Grimmauld Place – a trip that takes three hours (aka just enough time to get  really  into the Potterverse). You’ll get to learn about locations that inspired JK Rowling’s awesome books and discover the tales behind some of wizarding wonders. And the best thing? You’ll also be shown some of the most famous Harry Potter film locations.

Time Out tip: Once you head back to Kings Cross, you grab a slice and enjoy the sun (providing there is any) at Happy Face Pizza. It's Neapolitan style, so you know it's good. 

5.  James Bond bus tour

Sure, James Bond drives fancy cars, like a classic Aston Martin, but can he fit all his mates in there for a jolly around London? Not likely. Especially if you want to throw a guide in for good measure, too. Luckily, you can fit all those people and more on this Bond bus tour. Delve into 007’s world of espionage and late-night wanderings to discover filming locations as well as sites frequented by Ian Fleming.

Time Out tip: Want even more British novelty? Just a 14-minute tube stop away you'll find Rules, London's oldest restaurant serving traditional British fare. It's pretty fancy, so Bond would approve.

6.  London at night tour

Giving lucky riders a taste of the lit-up London skyline, this 1.5-hour night tour hits all of the top tourist spots. Naturally, you’ll be travelling on-board a classic double-decker, and it’s the perfect way get views of famous attractions, including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye after hours. Plus, learn fascinating facts about these legendary landmarks from your expert guide and hear insider tips on exciting places to visit in the capital at night.

Time Out tip : If you're looking for more lates the National Gallery is open until 9 pm every Friday, while Sir John Soane's Museum hosts a themed late each month.

7.  Open-top tour on a vintage bus

A vintage double-decker bus has been transformed into an open-top sightseeing experience. From Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London via the Houses of Parliament, The Shard and St Paul’s Cathedral, see London without any of those annoying panes of glass in the way. Aboard the bus, you'll also have screens with historical footage of London through the decades. 

Time Out tip: If you're feeling peckish after the tour, head to the vibrant, colourful Carnaby Street (a 15-minute stroll) for lots of great food options. 

8.  Bustronome London

A bus tour for gourmands. The Bustronome team combine fine views with fine dining, across a series of lunch, afternoon tea and dinner services. As you pass a sequence of landmarks including Nelson’s Column, the Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s and the Tower of London, you’ll also enjoy a seasonal menu with an optional paired wine. Bon appetit!

Time Out tip: While this tour is on the pricier end of the scale, it makes a great gift. Not to mention you get to site-see while you dine.

9.  Afternoon Tea Bus London Tour

Fancy a quintessentially British afternoon tea on a classic London bus? Get involved on one of Golden Tours' afternoon tea buses  – as you sit down to a brew and a spread of sandwiches, cakes and pastries, you’ll be driven past Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, St James’s Park, Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall and all the usual suspects. Splendid!

Time Out tip: This tour is an excellent choice if you're looking for wholesome hen-do ideas. 

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Discover London with Tootbus , the must-do sightseeing bus tour experience!

 Enjoy our various routes to explore the city at your own pace, with panoramic views from our open-top deck buses .

Embark wherever you like on our different lines to discover London and all its iconic landmarks.  Our themed tours will immerse you in the heart of its history, culture, and architectural wonders. Whether with children on the Kids Tour , over a drink on the Bar Bus , or with your loved one on the Night Tour , there's something for everyone!

Continue your excursion beyond your sightseeing bus tour with Tootwalk . Our free guided walking tours , available through the Tootbus app on App Store and Google Play , will accompany you on your strolls in London, which will no longer hold any secrets for you. 

Let the city simply take you by surprise, welcome to London!

London Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour

The ultimate day tour of london. this hop-on hop-off open top bus tour includes 70 stops across london that you can jump off at and explore the city.

London by Night Open Top Bus Tour

Enjoy london lights as you see all the main city sights beautifully illuminated at night.

1 Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket

This super convenient one day hop-on hop-off bus ticket is ideal for visitors who want to see as much of the city.

Buckingham Palace Hop on Hop off Bus Tour - 24 Hour Ticket

Tickets to the royal residence - buckingham palace, see the royal collection and the state rooms.

London By Night Open Top Bus Tour - Green Park Departure

Hop on Hop off Bus Tour - 24 Hour Ticket Tower of London

The ultimate day tour of london. this extensive hop on hop off bus tour is sure to fulfill your every wish.

Christmas Lights London by Night Tour

As the sun sets on london around the festive season, the whole city comes alive with christmas light displays.

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London by Night Open Top Bus Tour

Tour start time: daily 7pm, 8 pm, what we will see & where we will be.

Join us to take in panoramic view and iconic landmarks and sights of the city lit up at dusk in a 1.5-hour London by night bus tour.

You will explore the most distinguished and vibrant areas of London, including Parliament Square, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and the financial district.

The tour also glides past eminent structures and attractions such as the world renowned London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. 

The bus tour concludes at the starting point.

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What’s included :

• Panoramic tour of London
• Live English-speaking guide
• Audio guides available in 11 languages

Please note :

• Not a hop-on hop-off bus tour, you will need to remain on the bus for full loop.
• There will be no breaks during the tour.
• No restroom available on board.
• Buses will be cleaned thoroughly after every tour.
• During summer months, the night tour might operate mainly in daylight.

Where we meet

London Eye Tourist Stop, Belvedere Road

Once you have booked, we will send you a confirmation email with all the details of how, where and who to meet on the day of your tour.

Tour Highlights

• Panoramic view of London’s lit up landmarks against night sky
• Beautiful landmarks Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and many more 

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Ready to tour stunning London on an Open Top Bus Tour or a London Hop-on and Hop-off bus tour?

You’ve come to the right place, as we’re going to explore the best 5 open top bus tours in London (most of which are hop-on/hop-off) – all led by expert guides who want to share the beauty of this part of England and help you skip the tourist traps.

If you’re like, just cut to the chase already, then don’t worry.

The best open top, hop-on hop-off bus tour in London is this London Tootbus Must See Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise .

It has over 3500 amazing reviews, so there’s no going wrong.

London is one of the greatest cities in not just the UK, but the whole world – it’s a city absolutely humming with life and energy wherever you look.

Nowhere else on earth can you find so many world-class museums, restaurants, bars, and architecture in one place.

If you want to see what your other options are, here are 4 more open top bus tours that are definitely worth your time in London.

So let’s get into the list of the best hop-on hop-off bus tours in London so you can book it already!

PS – booking in advance is highly, highly recommended so you don’t miss out and don’t have to worry about booking tickets on the day.

⏳ Don’t have time to read the whole list?

The best London hop-on hop-off tour is this London Tootbus Must-See Sightseeing tour.

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Easy Guide: Best London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Picks

Best open top bus tours in london, 1. london tootbus must see hop-on hop-off bus tour and thames river cruise.

⭐️  RATING:  4 out of 5 Stars, 3,500+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  1 hour 30 minutes – 2 hours | ✔️  BOOK NOW

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR

• Audio commentary for adults
• Audio commentary tailored for children + activity packs
• Thames River cruise ticket and walking tour included
• Access to app that allows tracking of the buses in real-time and provides stop locations

Of all London’s open top bus tours, this tour is a superb choice whether you’re travelling alone, or with friends, family or children.

Pick from the two available routes, cross your fingers for a sunny day, and plug in your audio guide.

Keep the kids occupied with audio guides specifically tailored towards children and accompanying activity packs.

Hop off at London’s key sights, whether that’s Marble Arch, Westminster Abbey or Hyde Park and then hop back on whenever you’re ready to continue your adventure.

The downloadable app makes it easier to plan your route, track down bus stops and ensure you never miss a bus.

Finally, take advantage of the included Thames River cruise ticket and walking tour, once you’ve seen London from the top of a bus it’ll be time to see the city from a different perspective.

Choose this tour if you’re hoping to keep the kids entertained while seeing London in a hassle-free, efficient way, thanks to the provided app.

2. Vintage London Bus Tour Including Thames Cruise with Optional London Eye

⭐️  RATING:  4 out of 5 Stars, 370+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  3 hours 30 minutes | ✔️  BOOK NOW

• See London aboard a vintage, hop-on hop-off London bus
• Thames River cruise ticket included
• Optional London Eye ticket add-on
• Optional Stonehenge trip add-on

Another marvelous choice for anyone hoping to take an open top bus tour.

This one comes with a twist – you get to see the city aboard a classic bus from the 1960s!

Tour London in style, passing top attractions: St Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace (hopefully you can stop to see the Changing of the Guard!), Cleopatra’s Needle, and many more.

Midway through you’ll indulge in a Thames River cruise, climbing back aboard for the final leg of the journey which will take you to the London Eye.

If you selected the optional upgrade you can skip the queues and soar above London and see the city’s skyline while encased in a glass pod.

After this, head back to the bus station to board another bus for an afternoon excursion to Stonehenge – if you’re up for it.

This tour is worth it if you want an open top bus tour with a vintage flair and hope to combine it with a ride on the London Eye.

3. Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise

⭐️  RATING:  4 out of 5 Stars, 7,300+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  1 hour – 3 hours 20 minutes | ✔️  BOOK NOW

• Free WiFi available on board
• 3 different routes are available

For those of you looking for flexibility on your open top bus tour, I would recommend this tour with 3 separate routes to choose from.

The route variety allows you to see as many of London’s top sights as you can handle while enjoying the onboard commentary.

Choose between tickets that last for one, two or three days, allowing you to space out the experience, ensuring you don’t suffer from sightseeing fatigue.

Make use of the included Thames River cruise.

You may as well purchase the London Eye ticket add-on while you’re at it, ticking off another one of London’s finest activities.

The WiFi on board is a nice touch.

Even if you’ve not picked up a UK sim card yet you can still stay connected while out and about on this tour.

The route variety and multi-day ticket options makes this a brilliant choice for those looking to cover as much ground as possible from the vantage point of an open top bus.

4. London by Night Sightseeing Tour – Open top bus

⭐️  RATING:  4 out of 5 Stars, 540+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  1 hour 30 minutes | ✔️  BOOK NOW

• See London’s landmarks at night
• Live commentary
• Less traffic holding you up!
• Illuminations not visible during the day can be seen on this tour

If you’re on the hunt for an open top bus tour that’s a little different to your standard tour, this could be the one for you, as you get to cruise through London after dark!

When lit up at night, London’s most iconic landmarks and sights take on a whole new life and they’re unmissable.

Pass by the imposing St Paul’s Cathedral, lit up so you’re still able to take in its beauty, gaze at the illuminated Houses of Parliament, and marvel at the glowing London Eye.

These are just a few London landmarks that you’ll pass by and gain a newfound appreciation of.

Accompanying you on your tour will be a guide who will provide a live commentary, filling you in on all kinds of facts and educational tidbits.

Consider this tour if you have no time for an open bus tour in the day, or if you’re looking to see London illuminated.

5. Golden Tours London Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Sightseeing Bus Tour

⭐️  RATING:  3.5 out of 5 Stars, 600+ reviews | ⏳  TOUR LENGTH:  1 day pass | ✔️  BOOK NOW

• Unlimited travel on the bus for a 24-hour period
• Audio guide included
• Ticket includes a free walking tour and optional ticket to KidZania

Our final open top bus tour also includes a number of added extras that makes this tour just as worthwhile as the others on the list.

Once you’ve picked which of the two routes you’d like to take, plug in your audio guide and take in London’s sights and landmarks.

Regardless of your chosen route, you’ll be taken through some of London’s most picturesque areas.

Even if you’ve picked the excellent value ticket option that’s valid for 24 hours you might feel the need for a break at various points and that’s a-okay.

Included in the ticket are a Thames River cruise, two walking tours to choose between (Beatles or Royals), and an optional entry into KidZania which could be the perfect way to spend an afternoon if you have kids.

This final tour should be considered if you want to go on a themed walking tour or are looking to break up the day with something fun for the kids.

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Wyndham Championship, Round 1: How to watch, featured groups, live scores, tee times, TV times

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The opening round of the Wyndham Championship kicks off from Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina. The Wyndham marks the final event of the FedExCup Regular Season, and for players on or around the FedExCup bubble, including defending champion Lucas Glover, Jordan Spieth and 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge winner Davis Riley, could present a final chance to make the FedExCup Playoffs.

Here's everything you need to know to follow the action.

Leaderboard | Tee times

How to follow (all times ET)

Television:

• Saturday-Sunday: 1-3 p.m. (Golf Channel), 3-6 p.m. (CBS)

PGA TOUR LIVE ON ESPN+

PGA TOUR LIVE is available exclusively on ESPN+

• Main feed: Primary tournament coverage featuring the best action from across the course
• Marquee group: New “marquee group” showcasing every shot from each player in the group
• Featured groups: Traditional PGA TOUR LIVE coverage of two concurrent featured groups
• Featured holes: Combination of par 3s and iconic or pivotal holes

PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM and PGATOUR.com/liveaudioRadio :

• Saturday: 1-8 p.m.
• Sunday: 1-6 p.m.

Featured groups

Marquee groups:

• Robert MacIntyre, Brian Harman, Billy Horschel (on 17th hole)

Featured groups:

• Lucas Glover, Si Woo Kim, Keegan Bradley (on 16th hole)
• Nick Dunlap, Jhonattan Vegas, Davis Riley (on 15th hole)

Featured holes:

• Nos. 3 (par 3), 12 (par 3), 15 (par 5), 16 (par 3)
• 9:13 a.m.: Robert MacIntyre, Brian Harman, Billy Horschel
• 9:24 a.m.: Lucas Glover, Si Woo Kim, Keegan Bradley
• 9:35 a.m.: Nick Dunlap, Jhonattan Vegas, Davis Riley

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