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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in London

634 tours  ·  from $7

Everything with a guide, a boat or a coach attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour - Arriving at Warner Bros. Studio London
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From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

1.Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26,588 reviews · 7 hours · from $117Our pick

Travel by coach from Victoria to Warner Bros. Studio London for at least four hours among original sets, props, costumes, Gringotts, Diagon Alley, and the Hogwarts Express. A professional representative handles studio ticket exchange, while you explore independently. Some departures may include seasonal Dark Arts or Hogwarts in the Snow features.

“The bus left on time, 8:15 sharp, it took about one hour to get there. When we arrived our sweet guide told us to wait in the bus because it was raining and that she will get our tickets. She then came back with the tickets, she told us at what time to come back (which was 13:50 - so plenty of time to visit the studio) and she told us where to go to enter. The studio itself, amazing, i would recommend it to any Harry Potter fan. A dream came true. The bus was supposed to leave at 14:00, but because everyone was on time it left at…”

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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Southwark Cathedral and Borough Market
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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

2.Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,044 reviews · 135 minutes - 2.5 hours · from $20

Join an English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide such as Eva, Louis, Luke, or Murray for a 2.5-hour Harry Potter walk through Muggle London. Sort into a Hogwarts House, compete in trivia, watch film clips, and visit Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, Borough Market, and Trafalgar Square.

“Luke was a great tour guide. Our family had a lot of fun on the tour!”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers - Four hours among real sets and props
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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers

3.Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17,586 reviews · from $144

Travel from Bulleid Way near Victoria Station to Warner Bros. Studio on a comfortable branded coach, then explore the Harry Potter sets independently for four hours. See the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾, costumes, props, special effects, and Hogwarts Express before returning to central London.

“Amazing experience! I wish we had more time as we had to rush the last parts but nevertheless a fantastic trip!”

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London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise - The central route: royalty, Parliament, and the Thames
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London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

4.London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10,803 reviews · 3 hours 35 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Use a 24-hour or 48-hour Big Bus pass to reach London highlights from Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge to Notting Hill and the British Museum. Recorded commentary comes in seven languages, with Wi-Fi onboard. The 48-hour option adds walking tours and an evening panoramic ride.

“This was a great quick way to see lots of parts of the city. I like the recorded info they have for you on the bus.”

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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Starting near Newgate Street and St. Paul’s
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

5.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,422 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Top rated

Walk from Newgate Street through the City, Fleet Street, and legal London, stopping at four historic pubs. Guides such as Tim, Chris, Freddie, Mark, and Dave mix pub lore with stories of Dickens, Shakespeare, churches, journalists, and local characters. Drinks cost extra, and groups are capped at 14.

“A delightful afternoon learning about English history, public houses and the City of London going back 500 years.”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers - Leaving central London by coach
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London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers

6.Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,709 reviews · 7 hours · from $117

Travel from central London to Warner Bros. Studio on a roughly 75-minute return coach ride, then spend about four hours exploring Hogwarts sets, costumes, props, special effects, Platform 9¾, and the Hogwarts Express. The visit is self-guided, with no tour guide inside.

“Everything really good. The staff was really supportive and the tour is reallt nice.”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Starting at Altab Ali Park
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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

7.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,833 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Walk through Whitechapel with a Ripperologist guide, examining crime scenes, suspects, victims, and Victorian London. The route links Altab Ali Park, Brick Lane, Mitre Square, Spitalfields Market, Petticoat Lane, and the Ten Bells pub. Expect graphic details and an outdoor walk in all weather.

“Well organised, guide was a fountain of knowledge, learnt lots of interesting facts”

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Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King's Cross - Entering The Great Hall
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Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King’s Cross

8.Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King’s Cross

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,442 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $151

Travel by branded bus from King’s Cross to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, then spend about four hours exploring original sets, costumes, props, special effects, Platform 9¾, the Hogwarts Express, and seasonal displays. The tour is unescorted, with round-trip transport included.

“MIND BLOWING! Recommendation to anyone who liked at least one book.”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Return Transportation - Bedford Way is the meeting point
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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Return Transportation

9.Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Return Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,752 reviews · from $117

Ride from Bedford Way to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, where you explore real Harry Potter sets, costumes, props, and filmmaking effects at your own pace. Your English-speaking host handles the tickets, while drivers such as Jay, Richard, and others keep the coach trip on time. Admission lasts at least 3.5 hours.

“the WBstudio tour is amazing and truly magical. For the transport, Jay is a wonderful and fun driver.”

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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

10.London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour

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

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: Full-Day Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford Tour - Windsor Castle: royal rooms and St. George’s Chapel
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London: Full-Day Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford Tour

11.Full-Day Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,368 reviews · 11.5 hours - 1 day · from $120

Travel from London to Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford with a professional guide such as Kevin, Cameron, or Simon. Expect a comfortable coach, headset commentary, royal rooms and medieval chapel access if selected, plus a quick Oxford walk. It is a strong first taste, not a leisurely visit.

“Highly recommended tour with excellent teams of Phil and Patrick! A lot of useful information, tips and jokes. loved it!”

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath Full Day Guided Tour - Windsor Castle: royal rooms, a chapel, and a tight clock
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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath Full Day Guided Tour

12.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath Full Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,346 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $123

Leave London at 8am for Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Bath with a professional guide and air-conditioned coach. Choose ticket options for the castle, monument, and Roman Baths. Guides such as Bruce, Morton, Josh, and Paulie are known for lively, well-timed commentary, but expect a fast pace.

“I thought it was a good experience. It would of been nice to spend a little more time at Windsor castle and less at Stonehenge.”

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London: London Eye, River Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour - London Eye: book the view before you plan the day
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London: London Eye, River Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

13.London Eye, River Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,332 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $74

Pair three classic London views in one ticket: ride an open-top Big Bus, board a Thames cruise between Westminster and Tower Pier, and reserve a London Eye time. The 48-hour option also adds Royal Walk, Jack the Ripper, and Harry Potter walking tours.

“It was my grandsons first time in London and this package gave him the chance to see the city sights by air, land and water. I booked the Eye for as it was going dark....light on the way up and dark coming so we got the best of both worlds”

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London: Harry Potter Studio Tour and Oxford Day Trip - Meeting the coach at Gloucester Road
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London: Harry Potter Studio Tour and Oxford Day Trip

14.Harry Potter Studio Tour and Oxford Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,098 reviews · 11 hours · from $174

Travel from Gloucester Road to Oxford and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London with an English-speaking guide such as Amber, Debbie, or George. See Oxford’s colleges and cobbled streets, then explore the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Hogwarts Express, and film-making secrets during four hours at the studio.

“My husband and I went on this tour on August 10th (Sunday) while visiting London. It would be impossible to truly "know" Oxford unless staying there for a bit... maybe a day or two! However, Nick gave us an amazing amount of information and made our time in Oxford "come alive." He was knowledgeable, humorous and helpful. I loved the fact he gave specifics of things we could do in our hour of free time in Oxford. My husband and I went into the Ashmoleon Museum (my husband had at least 30 minutes to look at the coinage section and LOVED it), which was very close to our pick-up point.…”

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London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision - Ripper-Vision and the lost Victorian streets
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London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

15.London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,840 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Meet at Whitechapel Gallery at 7:30 pm for an English-language walking tour through Whitechapel and Spitalfields. Guides such as Mick, Rob, Andre, Peter, and Paul use Ripper-Vision projections to show Victorian streets, murder sites, victims, and competing theories before ending near Spitalfields Market.

“Incredibly informative and delivered in such an engaging way - we all hung off the guide’s every word. He held our interest for the entire tour.”

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