London Big Bus hop-on hop-off open-top double-decker sightseeing bus
[Description]Explore the British capital aboard an open-top double-decker bus showcasing all London has to offer. Hop on and hop off to see London's iconic sights, from the unique Belgravia district in the west to Tower Bridge in the east, and see landmarks including Marble Arch, Harrods, Kensington Palace, and Notting Hill. Hear legendary stories from your pre-recorded audio guide in multiple languages.
Operator: BIG BUS TOURS
Official website: https://www.bigbustours.com/
Important information before booking
1. The bus does not operate 24 hours. Tickets must be used during bus operating hours and within their validity period.
2. Each bus route has different operating hours and frequencies. Due to weather, season, or road conditions, some stations may temporarily suspend service. Please check the official website in advance for the latest information.
3. This product does not include a night tour.
4. We regret to inform you that partial refunds are not available for unused items within the package.
5. The carrier reserves the right to modify the package contents. Please refer to the official name for details.
6. Seats cannot be assigned or reserved in advance and will be arranged by on-site staff.
7. First-time use must be on your selected travel date.
8. Baggage restrictions: For safety reasons, large items such as luggage, bulky bags, large backpacks, and other oversized baggage are strictly prohibited on the sightseeing bus.
9. For stations served by multiple routes, please check if it's the correct bus before boarding to avoid taking the wrong vehicle and delaying your trip. If unsure, you may consult the staff or driver.
10. Please confirm the last bus time with the staff (including the driver) on the day. Do not arrive at the last minute. After the last bus departs, passengers can only disembark but not board. If you arrive at the station after the last bus has left, you will not be able to take the bus. Therefore, we strongly recommend planning your time wisely.
Download the official app to get your boat tickets.
Route and station reference
The following routes and times are for reference only. Some stations may be temporarily closed due to road conditions. Please check the official website for real-time updates.
Red Route:
Station 1 - Lüyuan Metro Station
Station 2 - Hard Rock Cafe
Station 3 - Queen Mother's Gate
Stop 4 - Marble Arch (Westbound)
Station 5 - Regent Street
Station 6 - Piccadilly Circus
Station 7 - Trafalgar Square
Platform 8 - Craig Court
Stop 9 - Household Cavalry Museum
Stop 10 - Whitehall
Stop 11 - London Eye (eastbound)
Platform 12 - Waterloo (Eastbound)
Station 13 - Covent Garden
Stop 14 - St. Paul's Cathedral
Stop 15 - London Bridge
Stop 16 - Tower of London
Station 17 - Temple Subway Station
Stop 18 - Westminster Pier
Stop 19 - London Eye (westbound)
Station 20 - Lambeth Palace
Stop 21 – College Green
Stop 22 - Tothill Street
Stop 23 - Buckingham Palace
Stop 25 - Victoria Station
Blue Route:
Station 24 - Victoria New Star Complex
Stop 25 - Victoria Station
Station 26 - Queen Mother's Gate
Station 27 - Marble Arch (Westbound)
Stop 28 - Green Park
Stop 29 - Hard Rock Cafe
Stop 30 - Hyde Park Corner
Stop 31 - Harrods
Stop 32 - South Kensington Museum
Stop 33 - Gloucester Road
Stop 34 - Kensington Palace
Stop 35 - Notting Hill
Stop 36 - Kensington Gardens
Stop 37 - The Thistle Kensington Gardens Hotel
Stop 38 - Lancaster Gate
Stop 39 - Paddington Station
Stop 40 - Pred Street
Stop 41 - Marble Arch (Eastbound)
Stop 42 - Baker Street
Stop 43 - Oxford Street
Stop 5 - Regent Street
Stop 6 - Piccadilly Circus
Stop 7 - Trafalgar Square
Stop 8 - Craig's Court
Stop 9 - Cavalry Guard
Stop 10 - Whitehall
Stop 11 - London Eye (Eastbound)
Stop 12 - Waterloo (Eastbound)
Stop 13 - Covent Garden
Stop 14 - St. Paul's Cathedral
Stop 15 - London Bridge
Stop 16 - Tower of London
Station 17 - Temple Subway Station
Stop 18 - Westminster Pier
Stop 19 - London Eye (westbound)
Station 20 - Lambeth Palace
Stop 21 – College Green
Stop 22 - Tothill Street
Stop 23 - Buckingham Palace
Green routes:
Stop 44 - Woburn (Northbound)
Stop 45 - Euston Railway Station
Stop 46 - King's Cross Station
Stop 47 - St Pancras Station
Stop 48 - Euston Road Station
Stop 49 - Woburn (Southbound)
Stop 50 - The British Museum (Southbound)
Station 17 - Temple Subway Station
Stop 13 - Covent Garden
Stop 51 - The British Museum (Northbound)
[Headset language materials reference (subject to actual provision by the operator on the day; updates will not be notified separately)]
English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish
[One-way Thames River cruise information:]
Link: https://www.bigbustours.com/en/london/london-river-cruises
- Point of departure: Board at the Tower of London for Westminster, or at Westminster for the Tower of London.
- Tower Pier: Just a few steps from the Tower of London Big Bus Tours stop (Stop 16) at Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT
- Westminster Pier: Located next to the Westminster Pier Big Bus Tours stop (Stop 18) on the northwest side of Westminster Bridge, Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH
- Schedule: River cruise departure times vary, but are approximately every 15 minutes in summer and every 30–40 minutes in winter. For the schedule, please refer to the City Cruises website.
- Duration: The cruise between Westminster Pier and Tower Pier takes approx. 40 min.
- How to board: After purchasing your Big Bus Tours admission ticket, please visit our booking portal and download your City Cruises boat ticket. On the day of your cruise, before boarding, please validate this boat ticket with the staff at the City Cruises booth.
- Option: You can download the official app "BIG BUS TOURS". After linking the e-ticket with the ticket number on the e-voucher, you can then download the boat ticket.
Free walking tour information:
Link: https://www.bigbustours.com/en/london/london-essential-ticket
The information is transcribed as follows. The operator may adjust walking tours from time to time, and the schedule and time slots may change seasonally. Please refer to the official website for the latest updates.
- Royal Walk Walking Tour: Departs at 10:00 AM from Stop 7 (Trafalgar Square)
Tours depart Stop #7 (Trafalgar Square) at 10:00am.
- London Hidden Gems of the City of London Walking Tour: Departs at 4:00 PM from Stop 14 (St. Paul's Cathedral)
Tours depart Stop #14 (St. Paul's Cathedral) at 4:00 PM.
- Hidden Gems of Westminster Walking Tour departs at 1:00 PM from Stop 10 (Whitehall)
Tours depart Stop #10 (Whitehall) at 1:00 PM.
***This free walking tour is only included in specific packages. If you do not use it, you cannot apply for a partial refund. Thank you for your understanding.