London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus in London
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London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus

Outty Ranking 72 4.6 · 59 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $15

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72/100

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4.6/5

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Is London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus worth booking?

London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus is a 1.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $15 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 59 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (59)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$15 per person

Discover London's most essential sights and landmarks in style on this guided, 90-minute "Round London Sightseeing Tour" aboard an iconic 1960s Routemaster bus specially converted to open top. Learn about the sights li

What you get

  • Snap pictures of landmarks like of St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London
  • Cruise to top sights like Piccadilly Circus on an iconic Red Routemaster bus
  • Board at Embankment bus stop 40B (Post Code WC2N 6PB)

About this experience

Discover London's most essential sights and landmarks in style on this guided, 90-minute "Round London Sightseeing Tour" aboard an iconic 1960s Routemaster bus specially converted to open top. Learn about the sights like Westminster, the Tower of London, and Piccadilly Circus along the way with the help of our informative tour guide. This panormic tour passes by the "must see" landmarks of London and is a great way to see the city for those with time constraints or tourists on a budget. You don't need to spend all day hopping on & off buses to give you a flavour for the city with this tour. You'll see the Royal Courts of Justice, St.Paul's Cathedral, Monument, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Big Ben & Parliament buildings, 10 Downing Street & Whitehall, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. Return to your meeting point with a deeper appreciation for the city and some fantastic pictures of the sights from the bus.

What's included

Included

  • Snap pictures of landmarks like of St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London
  • Cruise to top sights like Piccadilly Circus on an iconic Red Routemaster bus
  • Board at Embankment bus stop 40B (Post Code WC2N 6PB)

Not included

  • Personal Expenses

What you'll see and do

  1. Royal Courts of Justice

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  2. St. Paul's Cathedral

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  3. The Monument to the Great Fire of London

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  4. Tower of London

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  5. Tower Bridge

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  6. The Shard

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  7. Borough Market

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  8. London Eye

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  9. Westminster Abbey

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  10. Big Ben

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  11. 10 Downing Street

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  12. Trafalgar Square

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  13. Piccadilly Circus

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Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

London

The bus departure point is very close to the Embankment Underground Station (Bus stop 40B - Post Code WC2N 6PB) and within walking distance of Trafalgar Square and Charing Cross, right alongside the River Thames.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

The bus departure point is very close to the Embankment Underground Station (Bus stop 40B - Post Code WC2N 6PB) and within walking distance of Trafalgar Square and Charing Cross, right alongside the River Thames.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Londoner Buses

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 59 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

8 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

5 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Traveler reviews

59 verified traveler reviews for London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Kim_D · August 2026

This is a fun way to see...

This is a fun way to see so many sights in London. Our guide was a lot of fun. Enjoyed it very much.

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Judy_B · August 2026

Information and...

Information and entertaining. Saw major sites in the area with some interesting stories which are clearly geared to travelers from the UK. Was VERY disappointed that the tour was a little over an hour long even though the guide said it could easily run 2 hours but definitely fell very short of the 1 1/2 hour description.

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Brenda_R · August 2026

Great Overview of the City

This was a great overview of London’s top spots to visit. This gave us a perfect understanding of how to plot out our top places to tour! The guide was friendly, funny and knowledgeable.

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Sallyanne_P · August 2026

Vintage Open Bus London

This experience was well worth it. Unfortunately, I do not remember the names of our guide and driver, but they were both very knowledgeable and accommodating. We could have NEVER seen all that we did on our own. Would definitely recommend this excursion.

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Patricia_P · August 2026

Vintage bus tour

Excellent tour with Excellent guide. Parts of London tour i have never seen before even thought i have been on many tours

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Good to know

Duration
1.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Price range
$15 to $25
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
21
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 72

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
Review evidence (18% weight)54
Booking momentum (14% weight)48
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)44
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

How much does London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus cost?

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Prices start at $15 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus take?

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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.

Is London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 59 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus?

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Around 21 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in London?

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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit London?

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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in London?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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