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The 15 Best London Sightseeing Tours

77 tours  ·  from $7

The first day is about geography: working out that Westminster, the South Bank and the City are walkable and the rest is not. These 15 do exactly that, priced and timed, and each says plainly what it gets you inside.

London: London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour - Starting at Green Park beside the Ritz
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London: London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour

1.London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,516 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29Our pick

Ride an open-top bus from Green Park through London after dark, with live English commentary from guides such as Michael, Shannon, Chris, and Max. Pass Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, Harrods, and Piccadilly Circus. Bring warm layers for the upper deck.

“shannon and michael were excellent all around! wesley handled the bus well, also. a fun, affordable way to get a feel for london landmarks and learn interesting tidbits. glad i went.”

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London: Tootbus Must-See Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Cruise - The Yellow route and the best first ride
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London: Tootbus Must-See Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Cruise

2.Tootbus Must-See Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,653 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $52

Use a 24, 48, or 72-hour Tootbus pass to see London from an open-top bus and a City Cruises boat. Ride past Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, and St. Paul’s, then hop off to explore. The app adds GPS bus tracking, audio commentary, tickets, and four self-guided walks.

“A great way to see sections of the city which would take hours and hours to walk. Lucked out with the best weather in London to see the sites!”

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London: River Thames Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise - What the 24-hour ticket really gives you
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London: River Thames Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise

3.River Thames Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,112 reviews · 1 day · from $33

Cruise the Thames between Westminster, the London Eye, Tower Pier, and Greenwich on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket. Expect open-deck views, all-weather seating, an onboard bar, and lively live commentary. Some sailings feature crew members such as Dom, praised for mixing facts with British humor.

“Another good way of sight seeing London. Really t enjoyed would do it again. The commentary was awesome educational with a bit of bunter.”

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Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London - HMS Belfast, the Tower of London, and Tower Bridge
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Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

4.Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,969 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $22

Sail east from Westminster Pier to Greenwich in about an hour, passing Big Ben, St Paul’s, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Tower of London, and Tower Bridge. Choose open-air or indoor seating, listen to live commentary, then explore Greenwich before returning by boat if you book the round-trip option.

“Hop on and off is super easy and accessible. Excellent value, lovely way to spend the day. Humorous narration. I would definitely recommend.”

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London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus - Embankment to the Royal Courts of Justice
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London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus

5.Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,890 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $40

Ride a 1960s open-top Red Routemaster from Embankment past St. Paul’s, the Tower of London, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, and Piccadilly Circus. An English-speaking guide, with personalities such as Johnny and Paul, adds stories and humor while you get your bearings in 90 minutes.

“The tour was excellent! Our guide, Will, was engaging and enthusiastic, and all the sights we saw were brilliant.”

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The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab - Horse Guards, St. James’s Palace, and the royal quarter
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The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

6.The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,737 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Ride with an accredited London driver-guide in a private black cab for a fast, personal overview of Westminster, St. Paul’s, the Tower, Borough Market, and more. Guides such as Jim, Steve, Dean, and Jon tailor the route, share local stories, and take photos along the way.

“Tony, our guide for the 4 hour tour, was knowledgeable and so accomodating. His car is extremely nice and comfortable, and the time flew by. This was such a nice way to see much of London, gain some historical perspective, and take a lot of fun pictures! Well worth it! I would recommend to anyone and everyone.”

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London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option - Buckingham Palace and the guard ceremony
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London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

7.London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,672 reviews · 4 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $95

Start at Victoria Coach Station for a guided London tour by air-conditioned coach. Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, see Westminster and Buckingham Palace, and choose a full day with the Tower of London and Thames cruise. Optional upgrades add Harrods cream tea or the London Eye.

“It is a long day, however, you do get to see a few of the most iconic places to visit in London in one day.”

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London 30 Top Sights with Fun Local Guide - Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards, and Whitehall
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London 30 Top Sights with Fun Local Guide

8.London 30 Top Sights with Fun Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $66

Cover London’s best-known sights on foot with guides such as Dan, Tanya, Lisa, Ash, and Chris. Expect royal landmarks, Westminster, Southbank, Borough Market, and London Bridge, plus one short Tube ride. Paid attractions are viewed from outside.

“Although it rained almost the whole time. The tour guide Nick was awesome. Very friendly and knowledgeable”

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London's Palaces & Parliament Tour (See Over 20+ London Top Sights) - Starting at The Ritz on Piccadilly
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London’s Palaces & Parliament Tour (See Over 20+ London Top Sights)

9.London’s Palaces & Parliament Tour (See Over 20+ London Top Sights)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,609 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk from The Ritz to Westminster Station with a local guide and see more than 20 London sights in about three hours. Expect royal stories, Parliament Square, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Changing of the Guard on selected 10am tours. Guides include Ash, Mark, Tanya, and Christopher.

“Christopher was so entertaining and informative! What a hoot! Learned about the history of London while laughing at his jokes.”

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London Classic Landmarks Bike Tour with Local Guide - Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden
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London Classic Landmarks Bike Tour with Local Guide

10.London Classic Landmarks Bike Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,401 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Ride through central London with guides such as Dominic, Tim, Chris, and Bert on a relaxed 3.5-hour route. You’ll see Westminster, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, St Paul’s, the London Eye, and Leake Street Arches, with bikes included and helmets available.

“Great tour! This was a very informative tour wihich included cardio. We got to see the main attraction without concerns of traffic. Bert was very knowledgeable the sites we stopped. The bike ride was great and a little challenging since there were a few inclines. It was multitasking at it finest. Exercise for the mind and your legs as you peddle through London.”

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London: Nighttime Open-Top Bus Sightseeing Tour - Starting at the London Eye on Belvedere Road
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London: Nighttime Open-Top Bus Sightseeing Tour

11.Nighttime Open-Top Bus Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,362 reviews · from $39

Ride an open-top bus through London after dark, passing the London Eye, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, and lively central streets. A live English guide such as Emma, Jack, or Tim adds jokes and local stories, while audio commentary is available in 12 languages.

“Fun, interesting and very informative way to view some of London’s most beautiful sites.”

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Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames - Waterloo and the London Eye Pier: convenient, but easy to confuse
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Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames

12.Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,256 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33

Use a 24-hour City Cruises pass to ride between Westminster, Waterloo near the London Eye, Tower Pier, and Greenwich. Sit in the glass saloon or open deck, hear onboard commentary, and hop off for sights, markets, and museums. Check the sailing schedule closely, since service can be limited.

“Great weather London was meant to be seen from the Themes. Great photos short lines. The food on board is s but expensive”

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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

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

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

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 by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus - Starting at Green Park and rolling through Piccadilly
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London by Night Sightseeing Tour – Open Top Bus

14.London by Night Sightseeing Tour – Open Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,060 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

This 90-minute Evan Evans evening ride leaves from Green Park by the Ritz and circles London’s best-known sights. A live English-speaking guide covers Piccadilly, St Paul’s, Tower Bridge, Westminster, the London Eye, Kensington, and Harrods. Sit upstairs for the clearest views, but dress warmly.

“Excellent tour of London at night, the guide was very knowledgeable and we were able to see every lite up”

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London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide - Big Ben and Westminster Abbey under lights
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London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

15.London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 977 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Spend 90 minutes touring London after dark by open-top bus, passing Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St. Paul’s, the Tower of London, and Tower Bridge. A live English guide may lead the ride, with audio commentary in 12 languages. Guides such as Joe, Tim, Emma, and Olessa are praised for lively stories.

“It was very informative and the tour guide was funny! We sat upfront at the top of the bus and had a really good experience!”

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