Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour

Looking for a flexible way to see London at your own pace? Hop aboard The Original Tour's open-top double-decker bus, with four routes, over 50 stops and a Thames river cruise included.

About This Tour

Go "Around the town for half-a-crown" with the world's first sightseeing tour, showing you the best of London in a single ride. Hop on and off as many times as you like across four colour-coded routes, taking in the city's most iconic landmarks from the top of a classic red open-top double-decker bus. Your ticket also includes a relaxing cruise along the River Thames and your choice of six walking tours, giving you even more ways to explore the capital.

With onboard audio commentary available in 10 languages, free Wi-Fi, and space for prams and buggies, it's a comfortable and easy way for the whole family to discover London. Children under 5 travel free.

The Routes

Choose from four routes covering over 50 stops across the city, including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Madame Tussauds and the British Museum. You're free to hop off wherever something catches your eye and rejoin a later bus when you're ready to continue.

What's Included

• Unlimited travel on all 4 Hop-On Hop-Off bus routes for up to 4 hours
• River cruise on the Thames
• Choice of 6 walking tours
• Onboard audio commentary in 10 languages
• Free Wi-Fi on board

What's Not Included

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Good to Know

• You can join the tour at any of the 50+ official stops across all four routes. Tours run for a maximum of 4 hours, with stops along the way allowing you to hop off and explore.
• River cruises depart from Westminster Pier, Tower Pier, Greenwich Pier or London Eye Pier.
• Buses run daily, with first departures from around 8.20am to 8.30am depending on the route, and last departures between 6.15pm and 8pm.
• Your ticket is valid for the specific date booked.
• Free cancellation or date change if made at least 24 hours before your tour date.