
Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option
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Based on 591 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option worth booking?
Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option is a 3.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $52 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4/5 rating across 591 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (591)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $52 per person
Whether it's your first or fifth time in London, traveling around on a vintage Routemaster bus is the perfect way to get a comprehensive view of the city. This fully guided tour includes a Thames River Cruise, and is the
What you get
- Thames River cruise
- Local guide
- Panoramic tour of London by 1960's Vintage bus
- London Eye (if option selected)
- Entry to Stonehenge (if option selected)
About this experience
Whether it's your first or fifth time in London, traveling around on a vintage Routemaster bus is the perfect way to get a comprehensive view of the city. This fully guided tour includes a Thames River Cruise, and is the ideal orientation if you're new to London, and return visitors will discover new facts and hear new stories from the professional live commentary aboard the London double-decker bus tour. Pass famous sights such as St Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London. Red double-decker Routemaster buses are a much-loved London icon, and the only way to tour London.
What's included
Included
- Thames River cruise
- Local guide
- Panoramic tour of London by 1960's Vintage bus
- London Eye (if option selected)
- Entry to Stonehenge (if option selected)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Buckingham Palace
Enjoy a great photo stop outside Buckingham Palace
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Westminster Abbey
Enjoy a photo stop outside Westminster Abbey
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Houses of Parliament
Enjoy the view of British Parliaments from the bus
Pass by without stopping
Big Ben
See the Clock Tower
Pass by without stopping
Whitehall
Drive up Whitehall and see Downing street where houses the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister
Pass by without stopping
Trafalgar Square
Drive through Trafalgar Square and see Nelson's column
Pass by without stopping
Royal Courts of Justice
Drive past the Law Courts of England and Wales. It is a large grey stone edifice in the Victorian Gothic Revival style built in the 1870s and opened by Queen Victoria in 1882. It is one of the largest courts in Europe.
Pass by without stopping
St. Paul's Cathedral
See the magnificent cathedral rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after the great Fire of 1666.
Pass by without stopping
Tower of London
Photo stop at Tower of London
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Thames River
Enjoy the guided boat trip on the River Thames from Tower pier to London Eye. You will see Tower of London, Tower Bridge, The Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe and the Houses of Parliament etc. all views from the river!
30 minutes here · Admission included
London Bridge
Enjoy the view from the river
Pass by without stopping
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
See the view of Globe Theatre from the river
Pass by without stopping
London Eye
See the London Eye from the River
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Located on 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, London, SW1W 9TP, approximately 7 minute walk from Victoria Underground/Railway station. Tour departs inside the building at Gate 19 at 7:45am (for AM tour) and Gate 0 at 1pm (for PM tour). Boarding starts 15 minutes before the departure time stated.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
End point may be different depends on option selected
Options you can book
Tour & London Eye
Tour with Cruise plus London Eye Standard Ticket.
Tour only
Tour with Cruise. This option does NOT include London Eye.
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, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Premium Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: this is an open top bus tour, please be prepared for the possibility of rain. On rare occasions the open top bus may be changed to a closed top bus
- You’ll enjoy a great photo stop outside Buckingham Palace. In the afternoon, there are often fewer crowds, making it easier to take in the views and capture the perfect picture of this iconic landmark.
- Thames River cruise takes place at the end of the bus tour and ends at Westminster Pier. It lasts approximately 30 minutes and is included in the price of the tour.
- Travellers who select the London Eye upgrade will have a short walk from Westminster Pier to the Eye after the cruise.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 591 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
591 verified traveler reviews for Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very informative our tour...
Very informative our tour guide was hilarious loved everything, highly recommended to anyone visiting London. The highlight was the river cruise.👍
via Viator
Vintage bus tour with boat ride
Alan, the tour guide made it loads of fun. The tour guide on the boat portion was equally great. This experience exceeded our expectations.
via Viator
Good way to get an overview of London
Bus was clean, driver was safe and guide gave a lot of good information about London. Cruise on Thames was nice, although we had to wait in a pretty long line. Commentator on river cruise was entertaining.
via Viator
Wonderful tour!
Fantastic scenic ride throughout London. Got to see all the top spots and learn a little bit about each. Stephen and Eugene were great! The river cruise was also a wonderful way to see more sites from a different perspective. The whole family really enjoyed the tour!
via Viator
Relaxing and Exciting Bus Tour
The Vintage Bus Tour was fantastic! Lisa was very knowledgeable and made us laugh! My kids are 8 and 10 and they absolutely loved it! Shawn was a great driver! He kept us safe and was excellent at navigating the busy London streets!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $52 to $98
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 207
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option cost?
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Prices start at $52 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 Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 591 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 Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option?
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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 Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option?
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Around 207 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 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option 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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