The Original Bus Tour

The Original Tour provides more than just a great way to travel around London. Founded in 1951 at the time of The Festival of Britain and now the largest and most popular sightseeing operator in the world, it has become established as THE essential introduction to London. The Hop-on Hop-off service allows you to board any of our famous London sightseeing buses along all of our tour routes at over 90 different stops with an entertaining 'live-guided' commentary in English or a wide choice of other languages. Our Kids' Club provides an educational but fun alternative for 5-12 year olds. Our services are frequent and reliable with tours running daily, every 15-20 minutes. We invite you to experience all the magical sights and sounds of London in a comfortable and secure environment.

Available daily except for the 25 December.
Daily departures every 15-20 minutes.
Times will differ seasonally and for each tour route.

Founded in 1951 at the time of the Festival of Britain, The Original Bus Tour is now the largest and most popular way to see the sights of London and has established itself as the essential introduction to London.

This hop on, hop off service allows you the freedom to explore London and the many attractions at your leisure. You can use this service to transport you around the streets of London at the same time as learning a little of the capitals history - simply board the Original Tour bus at one of the many specified stops and enjoy the onboard commentary until you reach your next destination. Alternatively, stay onboard for the whole tour and take in the magical sights and sounds of London in a comfortable and secure environment.

The Original Bus Tour (the yellow route on their maps) passes numerous famous landmarks and places of interest. The whole Original Bus Tour takes around two hours to complete, expect to see the following whilst onboard;

• Buckingham Palace
• Piccadilly Circus
• National Gallery
• Downing Street
• Big Ben
• London Bridge
• St Paul's Cathedral
• Tower Bridge
• Tower of London
• Westminster Abbey

Remember that with Show and Stay visiting London's TOP attractions this tour costs from just £18 adult and £12 child when booked as part of a London theatre break.

Interesting Facts

• Did you know that Big Ben is actually the name for the bell and not the tower!
• Did you know a Cathedral dedicated to St Paul has overlooked the city of London since 604AD!
• Did you know Tower Bridge was completed in 1894 after eight years of construction!