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

Create a short London sightseeing itinerary with up to four hours of hop-on hop-off bus travel. This pass includes four routes, a Thames cruise and a choice of six walking tours. Open-top views and stops near major landmarks let you combine time on the bus with exploring on foot. Audio commentary introduces the city, with onboard Wi-Fi and space for prams and buggies. Your ticket is valid for the booked date. Plan the bus journey and extra activities around the operator's current timetable.

Discover London by open-top bus and Thames cruise

Join at one of the official stops and choose a route through the capital. Sights along the available routes include Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral and Trafalgar Square. Hop off where you want to explore and rejoin a later bus within your four-hour travel allowance. The commentary adds context to the buildings and streets you pass. Use the included Thames cruise to see London from the water, and choose a walking tour for another perspective. Check the arrangements for each extra so you can make the most of the booked day.

included in your tour

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

tour highlights

  • 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

meeting points & departure times

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.

FAQs

how long does this tour last?

4 hours

Are entry tickets included?

Only the admissions expressly listed in your selected ticket option are included. Check the inclusions when booking.

is lunch included?

Lunch is not listed among the inclusions. Check your selected ticket option before booking.

is hotel pick-up included?

No. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included.

is this tour suitable for children?

Check the operator’s age categories and any minimum-age restrictions for your selected option before booking.

Is there much walking involved?

Check the itinerary and accessibility information for your selected option. Walking requirements vary between stops and attractions.

Unlimited travel on all 4 Hop-On Hop-Off bus routes for up to 4 hours; River cruise on the Thames