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15 City Tours in London Worth Booking

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This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 city tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras - Blue route: Harrods, museums, and Kensington
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City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

1.City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,224 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $37Our pick

See London from an open-top double-decker bus on red, blue, and green routes covering Westminster, the Tower, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, museums, and more. Choose a 1 to 72-hour ticket, add Thames cruises or a night tour, and use live bus tracking to plan your day.

“Hop on Hop Off portion no problem. I had been up for the last 30 hours. I cut the cruise short to return to starting point. Before getting off they said it would be a short turnaround, another boat would be there shortly. This was about 4pm. After getting off and getting back in line for arrival of the next boat, they said be back in line by 5pm. As it turns out, it was the same boat I was on before. If I would have known that, I would stayed on board and for the complete cruise.”

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London: Go City Explorer Pass® - Tickets for 2-7 Attractions - The best way to spend credits on London’s major sights
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London: Go City Explorer Pass® – Tickets for 2-7 Attractions

2.Go City Explorer Pass® – Tickets for 2-7 Attractions

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,111 reviews · 30 days · from $72

Choose 2 to 7 London attractions with a Go City Explorer Pass, then use each credit at sights such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, The Shard, St. Paul’s Cathedral, or a Thames cruise. The digital pass is valid for 30 days after first use, though popular stops may require advance reservations.

“Very good value money wise! But we didn’t plan our day properly, didn’t take into consideration the London traffic. We went on the tour bus which is excellent but it takes a long time to get around cause of the traffic which is not to blame the bus for. The staff on the bus were really nice people, very helpful and polite people. Wanted to do more museums but didn’t have time for it. Our teenager son was very happy though, he loved sitting on the bus and seeing all the sites from the top of the bus. We will recommend using this pass just be sure to plan the…”

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London: Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City - Starting at Tower Bridge Quay
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London: Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City

3.Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · from $66Top rated

Board at Tower Bridge Quay for a 45 to 50 minute Thames ride with guides such as Debbie, Dave, or Henry. See St. Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, the Cutty Sark, and the O2 Arena, with at least 30 minutes at high speed.

“Great fun, excellent informative guide. Nice atmosphere and beautiful exhilarating way to see the city”

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London: Upside Down House Westfield White City Entry Ticket - What you do inside the house
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London: Upside Down House Westfield White City Entry Ticket

4.Upside Down House Westfield White City Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 338 reviews · 1 day · from $10Best value

Visit the Upside Down House at Westfield White City, where furniture sits above your head and the floor becomes the ceiling. You can pose in the open-plan kitchen and living space, take smartphone photos, and explore at your own pace. Children aged 3 and under enter free.

“Very bad we got soooo dizzy we didn’t enjoy we didn’t expect it would be so small and the money, absolutely a waste it should cost money. For adults because kids enjoy more and kids who are under will also no enjoy bcz they can get dizzy (so did we)”

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London: Westminster Abbey Priority Access & Guided City Tour - Starting between Green Park and Westminster
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London: Westminster Abbey Priority Access & Guided City Tour

5.Westminster Abbey Priority Access & Guided City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 282 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $73

Walk from Green Park past Buckingham Palace, Horse Guards Parade, Downing Street, Big Ben, and Parliament Square with an English-speaking guide. Then enter Westminster Abbey independently with priority access and an audioguide. Choose a private upgrade for a guided Abbey visit and Changing of the Guard viewing when scheduled.

“Guy, our guide was excellent. Got us through the crowds to great viewing areas. Explained details simply & with some humour. I would definitely recommend”

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Eating London: The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour - Sweetings, fish, and an old City institution
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Eating London: The Heart of ‘The City’ Food Tour

6.Eating London: The Heart of ‘The City’ Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $131

Spend about three hours exploring the City of London with a local English-speaking guide. Taste traditional British food and drinks at historic pubs, Sweetings, and other landmarks, while hearing stories of Dickens, Shakespeare, Roman London, and Harry Potter. Groups are capped at 12.

“Our tour guide, Jordana, was awesome! She took us to delicious spots in and around downtown London! Highly recommend this food tour if you want to experience traditional and yummy food!”

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London Luxury Dinner Experience with Panoramic City Views - The London route, landmark by landmark
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London Luxury Dinner Experience with Panoramic City Views

7.London Luxury Dinner Experience with Panoramic City Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $166

Board Bustronome near Victoria Embankment for a 2-hour-45-minute dinner ride past Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, The Shard, and Trafalgar Square. Expect a preset six-course menu, assigned seating, onboard staff, and audio commentary accessed through the bus system or your own device. Vegetarian meals require advance notice.

“The audio equipment wasn’t charged so only one worked at our table. Music on board was so loud we could not hear the audio pen. They apologized for half the audio pens not working but did not offer any alternative. Did want hit was mostly seafood and none of our party like seafood.”

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Go City London Explorer Pass: 2-7 Things To do including Shard - When the pass saves money
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Go City London Explorer Pass: 2-7 Things To do including Shard

8.Go City London Explorer Pass: 2-7 Things To do including Shard

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 155 reviews · 1 to 30 days (approx.) · from $74

Choose 2 to 7 London attractions with a mobile Go City Explorer Pass. Use one credit per site within 30 days of first use, including the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, The Shard, river cruises, museums, stadium tours, and Kew Gardens. Reservations are required for some activities.

“This pass not only saved us $$ but we went ahead of all line ups!! Per person (adult) I saved $110 pounds per person - for us that translated to a savings of $200 Canadian per person. It’s a no brainer. TIP: print off your passes to avoid any wifi issues.”

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London Best of the City Fully Customized Guided Private Tour - The royal opening: Changing of the Guard
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London Best of the City Fully Customized Guided Private Tour

9.London Best of the City Fully Customized Guided Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 3 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $272

Plan a private three to seven hour London tour around your interests, meeting your guide at a central hotel or chosen location. Guides such as Tim, Anna, Davey, Rocío, and Will tailor the day for families, first visits, landmarks, neighborhoods, history, or food stops. Transport and admissions cost extra.

“WOW! From beginning to end this tour was fabulous! We were contacted directly after booking to arrange exactly what we wanted for the tour and then connected with the most amazing tour guide (Rocio) and driver (Paul) who gave us the most thorough and interesting highlight tour of London. We were very impressed and so grateful!! Well worth it!”

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Shakespeare in the City Walk - In Shakespeare's footsteps North of the Thames - Saint Andrew’s Hill and Shakespeare’s London homes
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Shakespeare in the City Walk – In Shakespeare’s footsteps North of the Thames

10.Shakespeare in the City Walk – In Shakespeare’s footsteps North of the Thames

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Join Declan, a former professional actor, for a two-hour walk through Shakespeare’s London north of the Thames. See overlooked statues, former homes, church sites, St. Paul’s, and a strange speech-inspired totem pole, with live recitations along the way.

“Declan was an excellent guide. Passionate about Shakespeare’s history, he enthusiastically presented historical information and entertaining stories about the Bard. As a small group, he took time to interact with each of us while guiding us to places we never would have found ourselves. If you are interested in Shakespeare, this is a fantastic tour for you.”

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Palaces, Parliament & Power: A Walking Tour of London's Royal City - Victoria Embankment sets the scene
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Palaces, Parliament & Power: A Walking Tour of London’s Royal City

11.Palaces, Parliament & Power: A Walking Tour of London’s Royal City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $19

Follow a small group of up to 15 from Victoria Embankment to St James’s Palace, with guide Tom or another Historic London Tours guide. In two hours, you’ll see Westminster Abbey, Parliament, Downing Street, Buckingham Palace, and more. Entry fees are not included.

“Absolutely excellent tour with fascinating insights and wonderful storytelling. Our two teenage sons were engaged throughout the experience which underscores the quality of the tour. Highly recommend if you love history and want to learn more about London.”

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London: Historic City Walking Tour(& Rooftop Garden Access*)

12.Historic City Walking Tour(& Rooftop Garden Access*)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · from $49

Follow an English-speaking guide from Temple through the City of London, passing St Clement Danes, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, St Paul’s, the Bank of England, London Bridge, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. On Sundays and Mondays, finish at The Garden at 120 rooftop.

“This was an excellent walking tour of London. It was full of great information and stories and was entertaining as well. If it’s your first (or 50th) time to the city there will definitely be lots you can pull from this activity. It was the perfect way to get acclimated to London. Great guide as well. Would highly recommend!”

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City & Secrets: Explore London's Hidden Gems - Roupell Street and London’s working-class past
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City & Secrets: Explore London’s Hidden Gems

13.City & Secrets: Explore London’s Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $103

Ride a hand-built British bicycle from Waterloo through the City, East End, and Thames waterfront. Your English-speaking guide shares stories of Romans, smugglers, pirates, Shakespeare, and the Great Fire. Groups are capped at 12, with helmets, tweed caps, and rain ponchos available.

“This was a great bike ride throughout London. Katie was engaging, knowledgeable, and very organized in terms of leading our group through the City. Highly recommend.”

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London: Hidden Secrets Of The City Guided Walking Tour - Starting beside the Royal Exchange
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London: Hidden Secrets Of The City Guided Walking Tour

14.Hidden Secrets Of The City Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $33

Follow guide Senne through London’s old lanes from the Royal Exchange to Brick Lane. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see Leadenhall Market, St Dunstan in the East, Spitalfields, a Banksy, and the Ten Bells, with stories of the Great Fire and Jack the Ripper.

“Senne was very knowledgeable and he was able to communicate that so very clearly . His attention to detail was unremarkable. I have learnt a fair bit despite not being a newcomer to London . Highly recommended”

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Historical City of London Private Sightseeing Day Tour - Big Ben, Parliament Square, and Westminster
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Historical City of London Private Sightseeing Day Tour

15.Historical City of London Private Sightseeing Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

See London’s biggest sights in a private, air-conditioned 7 to 9-seater van with pickup from your hotel, station, or private accommodation. Your guide may include Lynton, David Garcia, or another driver-guide. Expect photo stops, royal landmarks, and useful city history, but no standard entry to attractions.

“While we enjoyed seeing the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey, our tour was soured by the experience we had with our guide. Dr Jay was our guide and his condescending and brusque tone was not appreciated. With every question, he felt the need to make a belittling comment with his answer that discouraged the group from asking further questions. By the end of tour, we were mostly silent and looking forward to the end of our time. When made aware of how his tone was affecting the group, his response was flippant and dismissive. Instead of trying to rectify the situation, he offered to end the tour early and…”

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