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15 Best London Tours

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The 15 most popular london tours, compared in one place. What you actually see from the water, how long each sailing runs, what it costs and who to book it through.

15 Best London Tours

London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise - Using the Mobile Ticket and Free Wi‑Fi Like a Pro
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London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

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

See London’s biggest landmarks by hop-on hop-off double-decker bus, with Wi‑Fi and recorded commentary, plus an optional Thames cruise.

Most Popular 3.5

“Big Bus was a brilliant way to see London. We were able to sit back and enjoy all the iconic sights and monuments without worrying about navigating the city. From Big Ben, Tower Bridge and the London Eye, it covered all the must-see spots. The commentary was informative and entertaining, and it gave us a…”

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London Tootbus Hop on Hop off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise - Route strategy: how to choose among the three circuits
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London Tootbus Hop on Hop off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise

2.London Tootbus Hop on Hop off Bus Tour and Thames River Cruise

Ride a London open-top double-decker hop-on hop-off plus a Thames cruise, with app tracking and flexible stops across top sights.

4.0

“I want it understood that due to the demonstration we didn't enjoy our experience at all.. we was stuck in traffic jams for up to two hours.. In addition the noise levels outside made it difficult to follow the automatic recorded tour. This was nothing akin to my previous experiences with the company.”

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London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option - Meeting point and what your day feels like in practice
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London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option

3.London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option

London in one day by coach: Changing of the Guard, fast-track St. Paul’s, Tower entry, Thames cruise, plus optional London Eye at 6:30pm.

4.5

“If you only have one day to see everything in London, this tour is perfect. Time flies, and attractions close early — so you have to move fast! I saw a few reviews saying it was hard to find the boat, but our guide clearly explained where to go. The tour guide doesn’t go on…”

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London Eye River Cruise - Your route: Big Ben to Tate Modern in one continuous ride
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London Eye River Cruise

4.London Eye River Cruise

Hop aboard a 40-minute Thames cruise from the London Eye Pier. See Big Ben, Tower Bridge and Tate Modern with live guide commentary.

4.5

“Solid tour down the Thames of the key sites in London. Highly recommend on a clear and sunny day in London.”

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London Eye River Cruise and London Eye Ticket Option - The big rotation: London Eye capsule views at 135 meters
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London Eye River Cruise and London Eye Ticket Option

Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames - Your Thames Route: Westminster, Waterloo/London Eye, Tower Pier, Greenwich
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Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames

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

Hop-on hop-off Thames cruise from central London piers with onboard and GPS commentary, flexible 24-hour access, and easy sightseeing without traffic.

4.0

“Tour was really good, absolutely worth it. I wish the tickets gave us more info about the tour. We had to ask people about certain things.. like pick up points, etc…”

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Lunch River Cruise on the Thames with 2-Course Meal - Cruising west past Tower of London, The Shard, and Shakespeare’s Globe
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Lunch River Cruise on the Thames with 2-Course Meal

Afternoon Tea River Cruise on the Thames - The Afternoon Tea Spread: What You’re Actually Getting
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Afternoon Tea River Cruise on the Thames

8.Afternoon Tea River Cruise on the Thames

Thames afternoon tea cruise from Tower Pier with unlimited tea or coffee, scones and sandwiches, plus landmark views in 1.5 hours.

4.0

“So much fun! Amazing tea, sandwiches and cakes! The crew are fast on service and the announcements and guide was funny and entertaining.”

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Skip the Line Tower of London & Westminster Tour and River Cruise - Buckingham Palace views and the Guard moment: Plan for weather and timing
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Skip the Line Tower of London & Westminster Tour and River Cruise

9.Skip the Line Tower of London & Westminster Tour and River Cruise

Skip-the-line Westminster Abbey (9AM) and Tower of London, plus a Thames cruise from Embankment to Tower Bridge with headsets.

5.0

“This was an amazing trip to see some of the most iconic landmarks London has to offer. Our guide Jeremy was absolutely phenomenal! We had a smaller group so he was able to cater towards things our group was most excited about to help make the experience even better! He was a wealth of knowledge…”

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Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Stops: Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Views, and More
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Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise

10.Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise

London to Paris by reserved-seat Eurostar, then a hop-on bus and Seine cruise to hit Paris landmarks in one packed day.

4.0

“Nigel lead our all American group to Paris in February. He was remarkable well spoken and informed. Handed us our tickets and got us through the queue to get through passport control and onto the train. The train ride was quite fun and exciting for my 10 year old. Once in Paris we had a…”

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Tower of London: Guided Tour with Thames River Cruise - Stop 1: Crown Jewels in the Jewel House (about 30 minutes)
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Tower of London: Guided Tour with Thames River Cruise

11.Tower of London: Guided Tour with Thames River Cruise

Tower of London guided tour with Crown Jewels and a flexible Thames cruise. Small group, prebooked tickets, 2.5 hours.

4.5

“This was a great overview of the Tower and all it's various history and uses. While the tour included major sites, there was still lots we were able to explore on our own after the 2.5h walk.”

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VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise - The Opening Ceremony: Yeoman Warders and a Military Escort
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VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise

12.VIP Early Access Opening Ceremony Tower of London & River Cruise

VIP early access Tower of London with the opening ceremony, Crown Jewels first look, and a flexible Thames river cruise pass.

4.5

“The first thing is they should explain where to meet, the guide as it was very confusing. They could say meet under the big Tree that is in front of the tower shop, that would save a lot of confusion… other than that the guide was very experienced even though we had a bomb threat,…”

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London Eye Ticket, Big Bus Hop-on Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise - Best Game Plan: Cruise, Then London Eye, Then Bus
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London Eye Ticket, Big Bus Hop-on Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise

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