Big Bus Tours: London
Hop on and off at over 50 stops! Check the site for pick up and drop off points.
8am - 6pm
Check site
1 - 3 hours
Based on 26 reviews
I loved the Big Bus Tour. Such an easy way to see the best of London's sights
I am sitting currently on one of their busses and I am sincerely regretting going with this company. I am have been freezing for over 3 hours on this bus and still have not gotten to what I wanted to see. Not just are the busses very slow but they are also not heated which my 63 year old mother did not tolerate very well. I cannot believe how bad of a service this company has done so far. I wanted to see the London Eye and they have not gotten me there in time to see it during day light and good weather. I had asked the ground personnel which buss to take and they got me one wrong one. I am utterly disappointed!!!!
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About Big Bus Tours
Big Bus Tours let you see the best of London without tiring out little legs. Hop on and off open-top buses, enjoy family-friendly commentary, and tick off top sights like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. A relaxing, fun way for the whole family to explore the city.
Top tip from the KidRated team:
Sit upstairs if it’s sunny, downstairs if it’s soggy, and bring snacks either way.
Quick Inspiration
Absolutely. It’s fun, flexible, and perfect for families who want to explore without the moaning and blisters. Jump off when energy’s high, cruise when it’s not.
Go for the Red Route – it covers all the major landmarks and comes with live commentary, making it fun, engaging, and surprisingly educational for kids and teens.
The full loop takes about 2.5 hours, but you can hop on and off all day, turning it into a relaxed and flexible family sightseeing adventure.
Yes, it’s great for all ages. Bring a foldable buggy, sit on the lower deck if needed, and let your little ones enjoy the ride (and likely nap through half of it).
You can. Just make sure it’s folded down before boarding. It’s pram-friendly, but space is limited – think of it as your arm-day workout.
Yes, there’s a family ticket for 2 adults and 2 kids, and the second child goes free. More budget left for ice cream, snacks, or emergency souvenirs.
Camden Market – cool vibes and great food
British Museum – mummies, treasures, and drama
Southbank – artsy selfies and people-watching gold
Yes to light snacks like sandwiches or crisps. No to full-on picnics or anything smelly – keep it tidy and inoffensive (no one wants to inhale tuna near Trafalgar Square).
Not officially, but it does pass Leadenhall Market (aka Diagon Alley) and Australia House (Gringotts Bank). Hardcore fans may want to add a dedicated Potter tour to their list too.
There’s a covered lower deck, so you’ll stay dry. Bring a raincoat just in case – it is London, after all.
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BEWARE! There was a parody disaster movie called “Big Bus,” but unfortunately, our experience was NOT a comedy. Too bad negative stars isn't an option... Big Bus continued to book tours when London was gridlocked and more than one of their buses were out of service. They "activated" our online purchase at what turned out to be a non-working bus at St. Pancras - in retrospect this smacks of bad faith. After wasting an hour (personnel walking us to alternate pickup locations while still selling tickets - again felt like bad faith) completely unable to get near a bus, we ended up taking the tube to other stops to try and "hop on;" unfortunately all were packed with no room to get on. After wasting yet more time we ended up taking the tube and were never able to use the service we paid for, yet afterwards, they keep claiming NON-REFUNDABLE. I'm filing a dispute with my credit card company, and contacting various UK and London authorities. Also notable were other buses (e.g. Toots) were not over-capacity, and even seemed to have room on their open upper decks.