Itinerary
Madame Tussauds
Enjoy a visit to the world famous Madame Tussauds, located in the heart of London. With over 150 lifelike wax figures, take selfies with some of your favourite celebrities! Strike a pose with Beyonce, say hello to Angelina Jolie, and admire the Royal Family! Spread across 3 floors, have an experience like no other as you explore the different zones.
The lastminute.com London Eye
Hop aboard one of the most famous landmarks in London - the lastminute.com London Eye. Offering breathtaking views of London from high above the River Thames, you'll be amazed as you spot iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. A full ride lasts approximately 30 minutes, just sit back and relax as you take in the stunning sights of the London skyline.
Free additional 24 hours: Travel in September and receive a free additional 24 hours with your 24, 48 or 72-hour open-top bus tour ticket
Hop on Hop off London bus
This super convenient hop-on hop-off bus ticket is ideal for visitors who want to see as much of the city as they can! Valid for for either 1 day, 24 hours, 48 hours or 72 hours Hop on Hop off Bus, across all Golden Tours routes, this handy ticket lets you explore the city of London from the comfort of our open top buses. Spend the whole day exploring the capital, jumping on and off at your leisure or whenever you pass something interesting. See landmarks and attractions such as The London Eye, the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus.
Each bus has an informative and entertaining live English guide or audio guides in eleven languages. The open upper deck is the best way to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of this glorious city.
You can use any of the routes available:
The Classic Tour (Blue route): Covers all the main Central London sights and visits London’s Museum Quarter.
The Essential Tour (Red route): Passes Madame Tussauds and Kings Cross, as well as Hyde Park and Regents Park, two of the prettiest parks in London.
The Museum Tour (Orange route): Explore London's world-famous museums with the Museum Tour and along the way pass by the beautiful Royal Albert Hall, Harrods and Buckingham Palace.
The Morning and Evening Drop off Service (Yellow and Green routes): Operating in the morning and late afternoon, this route travels from the popular hotel districts to Central London.
Boat Ride available with the 24hrs / 48hrs or 72 hrs Hop on Hop off bus tour:
Admire London's landmarks from a unique perspective as you cruise along the heart of London’s River Thames with a City Cruises boat ride. Departing from Westminster taking you to Tower Millennium Pier, or vice versa, sit back and relax as you take in views of Tower Bridge, the Shard, and many more landmarks! Discover fascinating facts along the way through the live commentary from the captain or audio guide.
Free Walking Tours
Enjoy the Jack The Ripper Walking Tour and/or the Royal Walking Tour as part of your sightseeing day out in London. Learn interesting facts about members of the royal family. On your 2-hour tour, you’ll also visit fantastic royal sites and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Or why not play detective by travelling back to Victorian London to investigate the morbid murders carried out by infamous Jack the Ripper. See where vital clues were found and learn more about his victims and possible suspects.
Madame Tussauds: Open daily from 10am to 4pm
Exceptions: 25 December: Closed
Location: Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LR
Nearest tube station: Baker Street
The lastminute.com London Eye: Open daily from 11:00am to 6:00pm (last entry 5:45pm)
Exceptions:
25 December: Closed
31 December: Closed
2nd and 3rd week of January: Closed for annual maintenance
Location: Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB
Nearest tube station: Waterloo
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Hop on Hop off Bus: Frequency
Every 20 mins on the Red and Blue routes. Every 30 mins on the Orange route.
Departure point: You can join the tour from any of our touristic bus stops. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted Golden Tours Hop on Hop Off/London Tour Bus.
Audio guide languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic.
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River Thames Boat Ride:
One way ticket with 24hrs.
Operated by City Cruises
Boats leave every 30 minutes from: Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa
Your ticket will be valid for one way journey only and not for a return trip.
Your one way boat ride ticket is valid from:
-Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa.
River Cruise Route Map and Timetable
Open All Year except 24, 25, 26 December and 1st January.
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Free Walking Tours:
Jack the Ripper Walking Tour
Start time: 3:30pm daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish time: 5pm
Departure Point and Directions: Golden Tours Open Top bus stop 9 - Tower of London, Tower Hill, Opposite. Tower Hill Station, Tourist Bus Stop
Return Location: Near Liverpool Street Underground Station
Royal Walking Tour
Start time: 10am daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish: 12pm
Departure Point: Tourist Bus Stop outside The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Gate, SW1A 1AA (Nearest underground station: Victoria and Green Park)
Return Point: Westminster Abbey (Nearest underground station: Westminster Station)
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