Tours of London - Best Bus & Walking Tours 2026

Discover the best bus and walking tours of London. Our complete range of tours offers a huge choice that reflects the many different sides of London. From general sightseeing to food tours, music tours, movie tours, and many more. These high quality trips last from a few hours to a whole day, and all include a professional guide providing fascinating facts and insights in a friendly and accessible way. 

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London Bus Tours

Discover the best 15 bus tours of London. London is an enormous city, and taking a bus tour is a fantastic way of seeing a lot of places in a short amount of time. Sit back and relax in the comfort of an executive coach and listen to an expert tour guide bring the many different sides of the city to life. Bus tours are a great way to meet fellow travelers from all over the world.

City Sightseeing Bus Tours

Open Top London Bus Tour with Live Guide

Our open-top bus tour with a live guide is an ideal way to get a feel for London. During this two-hour bus tour, you will see many of the city’s most famous landmarks, including Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, the River Thames, the London Eye, and the Tower of London. Enjoy fantastic views of London from the open-top bus and learn about its rich history from your professional guide.

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london in a Day Tour

This full-day London tour takes you to the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, and The London Eye, plus a River Thames cruise. These 4 amazing London attractions should be on every traveler’s wish list. The tour includes luxury transportation and a professional guide, making it the best London tour to get a real feel for the city.

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Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour of London

Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus

This hop-on-hop-off bus tour in London offers a comprehensive 3 interconnecting bus routes that will take you to most of London’s most famous sites. Hop-on hop-off buses save you time and money as you sightsee around the capital and include a very informative free audio guide. It also includes 2 free walking tours and a free river cruise, making this one of the best value ways of touring London.

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London By Night

London By  Night has a totally different appearance as millions of lights switch on  creating a magical effect. Pass by the many London illuminated landmarks, including Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament, the ancient walls of the Tower Of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, the iconic adverts along Piccadilly Circus, and Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square. Admire the River Thames as it glistens in the night sky as you look across to the London Eye. Learn the history and some of London’s darker secrets from an experienced and entertaining tour guide.

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Music Bus Tours

Sex, Drugs & Rock ‘n’ Roll Bus morning Tour

Discover legends of the past and present on the ultimate Rock ‘n’ Roll bus tour. See where The Rolling Stones made their first recording and where many iconic artists made their names in the pubs and bars of Soho. See the De Lane Lea Studio where Queen, The Rolling Stones, and David Bowie recorded legendary albums. An expert rock guide will bring the walk to life with stories of where The Sex Pistols rehearsed, where Bob Dylan had his first gig and the who’s who of bands that performed at Ronnie Scott’s, the Marquee, and the Roxy.

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Classic Rock & Beatles Afternoon Tour

Discover the giants of the music world who have graced the streets of London on an afternoon bus tour of the city. Learn about the revolutions of sounds that took place in the 60s, 70s, and 80s in the pubs and clubs where legendary musicians honed their craft. Celebrities abound in the exclusive Chelsea, Kensington and Notting Hill neighborhoods where stars once lived and worked. This includes Bob Marley, the cradle of Reggae, where Bob Geldoff conceived Live Aid, Freddy Mercury’s home, and Jimmy Hendrix’s death. Your enthusiastic rock guide will bring to life tales of Queen, The Rolling Stones, and Eric Clapton, who once frequented the streets. And, of course, you’ll visit the legendary Abbey Road Studios where you can walk across the famous crossing.

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Why Walk When YOu Can Take A Ticket To Ride Evening Tour

The best London tour dedicated to all things Beatles. Visit over 50 sites linked to the life and works of the Fab 4. Learn how the vibrant city of London turned the band into a global sensation. See the locations where John met Yoko, Ringo’s apartment, and where they bought their outfits for Sergeant Pepper. Learn about where Paul wrote ‘Yesterday’ and ‘Eleanor Rigby’ and see filming locations for ‘A Hard Days Night’ and the ‘Magical Mystery Tour’. And finally, end the evening with your very own walk over the crossing outside the legendary Abbey Road Studio.

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Food Bus Tours

Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of London 

See London’s most famous sights on our London Afternoon Tea Bus. Pass by London’s most iconic buildings including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with scones, clotted cream and a glass of prosecco from the upper deck of the bus as you enjoy a 90-minute tour.

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Fine Dining on a Luxury Bus tour

Enjoy a memorable 6-course dinner on a luxury bus with a panoramic glass roof for the ultimate sightseeing experience. Enjoy the best of British and French seasonal dishes, accompanied by wine, prepared by a talented chef as you are driven along the historic streets of London. Pass by iconic sites, including Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, The Shard, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, and more as you sit back and enjoy your meal.

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Film Bus Tours

Warner Bros Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter

This Warner Bros Studio Tour takes you to the film studios that were used to make the Harry Potter films. Discover the grand sets and inspiring technology that was used to bring the books to life as well as actual props and costumes used in the films. The perfect day out for all the family and one of the best London tours.

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London Ghost Bus Tour

Are you brave enough to ride the London Ghost Bus? Step aboard a midnight black vintage bus where onboard actors and special effects will bring to life the frightening and sometimes hilarious tales of London horror. With tales of murder, torture, and executions, you’ll be entertained by the ghosts and skeletons that lie in the historic streets of the city. Pass by iconic London sights including Westminster Abbey, The Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s Cathedral and the gruesome Tower of London, a place of grim torture and execution. Prepare yourself for the spookiest night out.

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James Bond Bus Tour

Visit the many iconic sites featured in the James Bond movies. See the Mi5 building on the banks of the River Thames featured in so many of the movies and travel around the city, where your guide will take you to many of the sites you will instantly recognize. For example, the famous speed boat chase along the Thames from ‘The World Is Not Enough.’ Ian Fleming based many of the stories from his days in the British Secret Service, and your guide will elaborate more about these and about real spy stories. This tour is a must for all 007 enthusiasts.

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Guided Harry Potter Locations Sightseeing Bus Tour

A magical adventure through the streets of London awaits on this 3.5 hour Wizard bus tour. See the London locations used in the filming of Harry Potter including the Ministry of Magic, Grimmauld Place and Gringotts Bank. Stop at platform 9¾ and take a photo of the trolley going into the wall. Traveling by bus around London with plenty of opportunities to get off and take photographs. Hear tales of Harry Potter from your enthusiastic guide, as well as fantastic views of the city.

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Christmas Bus Tours

christmas Lights Bus Tour

From mid-November to the beginning of January

Join our Christmas Bus tour of London and marvel at the city’s most famous streets and landmarks lit up in a dazzling light display. During the tour, we pass the iconic lights of Oxford Street and Regent’s Street and see the enormous Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square. We also pass by many London landmarks, including the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament, and St Paul’s Cathedral. 

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London Walking Tours

Discover the 25 best walking tours of London. London is a walking city, with green leafy streets, beautiful parks and the glistening River Thames that runs through the heart of the city. 

With over 2000 years of history, there is a wealth of historic sights. London is forever associated with icons including the Beatles, Harry Potter, Jack The Ripper, Sherlock Holmes, Doctor Who, British royalty and many more.

Historic Walking Tours

Royal London Walking Tour

Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace

Discover Royal London on a 2 hour walking tour. Your expert guide will explore with you the public and private London of the royal family. Walk from Buckingham Palace to St. James Palace, along Piccadilly and Jermyn St. past shops that supply the royal family, such as the famous Fortnum and Masons. Cross over St. James Park to Westminster Abbey, where King Charles was crowned. Learn more about how the royals have shaped the city and the British nation.

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Tower of London Early Access Tour

An exclusive early access small group tour to the Tower of London, which lets you beat the crowds and enjoy this UNESCO World Heritage Site at its quietest. Meet your guide, a Yeoman Warder, also known as a Beefeater,and learn about the 960-year-old history of the Tower, where 3 Queens of England have been executed along with many treasonous subjects. Visit the Royal Palace inside the castle. View the fabulous Crown Jewels, including the St Edward’s Crown, used in the coronation of every British monarch since 1661. Following your 75-minute guided walking tour, you will then have free time to explore more of the Tower of London at your leisure.

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Houses of Parliament & Westminster Abbey Tour

Step inside the hallways of power at The Houses of Parliament and learn how this historic building has been at the center of British politics since 1876. The building is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. This is followed by a visit to Westminster Abbey, which has been used for royal weddings and funerals for 1000 years. It was where King Charles III was crowned in 2023.

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Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

Can you solve the mystery of Jack the Ripper? It was London in 1880, and down the narrow streets of London’s East End lies a dead body, gruesomely murdered. Who did it? And why? On this enthralling 90-minute walking tour, you’ll hear all the gruesome stories of this dark and scary time from your expert Jack the Ripper tour guide. 

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Music Walking Tours

The Beatles london Walking Tour

Enjoy a fabulous Fab 4 tour of places associated with the lives, music, and movies of The Beatles. During a 2.5 hour tour, your passionate tour guide will show you where the group filmed, recorded, performed and partied, as well as places that inspired their songs. See where Paul McCartney created ‘Yesterday’ and where scenes from ‘Hard Days Night’ and Help! were filmed. Hear stories about what happened behind the scenes, where the Beatles stayed, married, and much more. The experience ends outside the Abbey Road Studios, where you will have a chance to walk the iconic Zebra crossing.

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Camden Rock ‘n’ Roll Walking Tour

Journey into the streets and clubs of London’s iconic Camden neighborhood, where generations of British musicians learned their craft. From Punk to Indie and more, visit the cobblestone streets where iconic artists, including Amy Winehouse, once busked. Enter the Electric Ballroom, where icons including Led Zeppelin and Frank Zappa performed, and the iconic Dingwall’s, where many of the greats, including The Sex Pistols, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Lady Gaga, and Adele have all taken to the stage.  Your enthusiastic guide will bring to life the many past legends who have performed in Camden and take you past hidden gems along the narrow alleyways, including Liam Gallagher, Kate Moss, and Pete Doherty’s favorite Camden Pub. The tour ends in  Camden Market, with its many record stores and a treasure trove of vintage clothing shops.

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Hard Rock London Walking Tour

Take a journey through the backstreets of London to learn about  Rock ‘n’ Roll legends who left their mark on London’s music scene. Begin with a visit to ‘The Vault’ at the Hard Rock Cafe, where you’ll see Eric Claptons iconic red Fender Leader II guitar and other legendary memorabilia. On this small group walking tour, your expert guide will take you to Apple Records, where The Beatles performed their iconic rooftop gig, and Heddon Street, where David Bowie recorded his Ziggy Stardust album. Walk along Carnaby Street, the center of Swinging 60’s fashion, and to the courthouse, where John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Mick Jagger, and Brian Jones stood trial for drugs, and the Mayfair Hotel, where Bob Dylan was asked to leave for smoking weed in the lobby. At the end, enjoy an iconic optional 2-course lunch at the original Hard Rock Cafe.

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Food Walking Tours

Borough Market Walking Food Tour

Begin the day with a foodie’s tour of the tastes and flavors of London’s most famous market.  Sample many of Britain’s most iconic and sumptuous delicacies, led by a passionate food guide. Enjoy an English Bacon and Egg Bap, Fish ‘n’ Chips, and a Sausage Roll. Visit a historic pub for a glass of ale or cider with a selection of British cheeses. Finally, no food tour would be complete without an afternoon cup of tea and English cake. You will visit 8 different locations, during which your guide will point out many of the landmarks next to Borough Market, including Southward Cathedral, Sir Francis Drakes Golden Hind, HMS Belfast, and Tower Bridge. Get ready for the best walking tour of London for foodies.

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East End Food Walking Tour

Delight in the culinary flavors of London’s East End neighborhood. On this 4-hour walking tour, your gastronomic guide will take you to the iconic foods that mark the area’s multi-ethnic character. Sample Spicy Indian curry, enjoy quintessentially English Fish ‘n’ chips, local artisan cheeses, and the iconic Jewish salt beef on rye bread on the uber-trendy Brick Lane.

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Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

A 2 hour tour of historic London pubs, led by a passionate guide. On this walking tour, you will pass many of London’s oldest pubswith stories of the back allies and streets of the city centre. See London’s oldest establishment and enjoy a complimentary half pint at the pub that Charles Dickens frequented.

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Soho early evening Food Walking Tour

A 3.5 hour immersion into the food, drink and rock ‘n’ roll of London’s buzzing Soho neighborhood. Discover the secrets of Soho, sampling 9 foods and 2 drinks in 6 different locations. Your passionate local guide will take you to a diverse range of places that reflect the area’s international vibe. From Spanish tapas to Dim Sum in Chinatown and to a traditional English Pie ‘n’ Pint; savor these delicious local delicacies and more. Pass by the Trident Studios, where many of the greatest names in rock-n-roll recorded, including musical legends such as Elton John, David Bowie, and Queen. This is where The Beatles recorded ‘Hey Jude’.

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Film Walking Tours

Harry Potter Walking Tour of London

Enjoy a 2½ hour walking tour through the streets of London used as filming locations in the Harry Potter movies and as inspiration for J.K. Rowling’s novels. From the Leaky Caldron to the entrance of the Ministry of Magic, get ready for a spellbinding journey through the magical streets of London. Your expert Potter Guide will bring the work to life with facts and insights..Learn about London’s rich muggle and wizarding history as you wind your way through the world of Harry Potter. You will also pass iconic London landmarks, including Leadenhall Market, Millenium Bridge, and Borough Market. There will be plenty of time for photos and selfies. 

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Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour

This Sherlock Holmes London walking tour takes you into the world of the great detective, with a 2 hour walk led by an experienced guide. You’ll explore many of the sites around London featured in Arthur Conan Doyle’s novels and The Strand Magazines. Your guide will take you to parts of London little changed since Conan Doyle’s time and which inspired him to write many of his stories. The tour also includes visiting locations from the BBC series starring Benedict  Cumberbatch. This tour is a must for all fans of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson.

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Doctor Who London Walking Tour

The best Doctor Who walking tour, according to the official Dr Who magazine, is a great opportunity to follow yin our favorite characters’ footsteps. Led by a knowledgeable guide who knows everything about the TV series and is passionate about the show. On a  2.5 hour walk, you’ll see locations from both the ‘New Who’ episodes and some of the ‘Classic Who’ episodes. This includes the Bells of St John and the cathedral cyberman who launched his attack on Earth. The walking tour is also a great way to see London, whilst keeping a close eye out for any Daleks.

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Art & Museum Walking Tours

British Museum Guided Walking Tour

Discover gems of the British Museum on a 2-hour walking tour of one of the greatest museums in the world. Enter the museum’s entrance hall with a viewing of the ultra-modern glass roof ceiling, a work of art in its own right. Begin with a viewing of The Rosetta Stone, which was the key to deciphering the hieroglyphics of ancient Egypt. Continue to the extraordinary Greek Parthenon Sculptures and onto the ancient mummies of the Pharaohs. Discover the Sutton Hoo saxon burial relics and the beautiful ‘Winged Bulls’ from Assyrian mythology. Your expert guide will bring the museum to life with explanations about the creation, use and historical importance of these works as he directs you through this vast museum where you could spend a week and not see everything..

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Churchill Walking Tour with Entry to The War Rooms

In 1940, Britain is alone in its fight for survival. One mighty voice rings out: the great British bulldog, Winston Churchill, now Britain’s Prime Minister, who galvanizes the nation to fight on.

This historical walking tour of London, accompanied by an experienced guide, brings to life those bleak days of the blitz, rationing, and war. Pass 10 Downing Street, The Cenotaph, and other war memorials, the Ministry of War and the Houses of Parliament where Churchill gave so many of his most memorable speeches. The tour ends at the Churcill War Rooms, untouched since 1945, where you can explore at your leisure the underground bunker used by Churchill and the war cabinet. There is a wealth of historical documents, charts, and equipment to view through this underground complex in the heart of London. 

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Tate Britain Official Walking Tour

Enjoy a 1-hour walking tour through the galleries of The Tate Britain, one of Lomdon’s foremost art galleries featuring 500 years of British artists. See highlights from the vast collection, including works by Turner, Hockney, Marina Abramovic, Norman Ackroyd, and Bridgit Riley. Learn about the stories behind the artworks and their place in contemporary British society. This is a specialist tour for all art lovers who want to delve deeper into this extraordinary collection.

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Natural History Museum Tour

Explore and learn of the wonders of our world over the past 4.5 billion years as your guide shows you significant finds from amongst the museum’s collection of 80 million artifacts. From the gigantic skeletons of a Tyrannosaurus Rex and Diplodocus dinosaur to a piece of moon rock brought back to earth from an Apollo mission. See the taxidermy of a Great Auk, now extinct, an early example of the loss of species due to human greed and a warning for mankind. Learn of the scientists who shaped our understanding of geological evolution, including an original copy of Charles Darwin’s ‘On The Origin of The Species’. This tour is a fascinating experience for all ages.

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Literary Walking Tours of London

Shakespeare’s London Walking Tour

Enjoy a 2 hour walking tour that celebrates the life and works of William Shakespeare. Having lived in London for most of his life, visit the locations where Othello, King Lear, and Macbeth were believed to have been written, and see the statues, plaques, busts, and even a totem pole that memorialize his life. Discover the Tudor and Medieval streets of London through hidden courtyards and churches and learn of the connection with St. Paul’s Cathedral, where many of Shakespeare’s works were performed or referenced. A professional actor leads the tour, bringing the history of the greatest author and playwright of the English language to life. 

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Charles Dickens Walking Tour of London

Our 2 hour Charles Dickens walking tour explores many parts of London that inspired Dickens and became the inspiration and backdrop to many of his novels. Although the poverty, horses & carriages and gas lights have long since disappeared, the Victorian buildings mostly remain, as do the narrow alleyways and cobblestone streets, and your expert guide will recreate the atmosphere of Victorian London as featured in his many novels, including ‘Little Dorrit,’ ‘David Copperfield’ ‘Great Expectations’ ‘Bleak House’ and A Christmas Carol. Pass the bachelor pad where he once lived and the offices for his magazines’ ‘All the Year Round’ and ‘Household Worlds.’ Your literary guide will also discuss Dicken’s life in London, his personal experiences, and the people on whom many of his characters were based. This is a must tour for all Dickens enthusiasts.

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Agatha Christie London Walking Tour

See The Mousetrap in London at the St. Martin’s Theatre

Discover ‘The Queen of Crime’ on a 2 hour walking tour exploring the life of Agatha Christie. Christie lived in London for much of her life, and it is here that many of her works are set and that inspired iconic characters, including Hercule Poirot, Tommy and Tuppence.  You will visit locations mentioned in her works and places she visited. These include University College Hospital, where Agatha Christie worked during WWII, and developed her knowledge of poisons, a knowledge that was then used in her later work, ‘The Pale Horse.’ Pass iconic streets and neighborhoods connected to her life, including the British Museum, Bloomsbury, The Garrick Club, and the West Theatre district. Stand outside St Martins Theatre, where The Mousetrap has been showing since 1952, the longest-running play in the world. Your guide will bring Agatha Christie and her works to life with interesting facts, stories, and anecdotes.

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Football stadium tours

A visit to London would not be complete for soccer fans without a visit to the home of the English national team at Wembley Stadium, or one of the great London soccer teams: Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham. The modern game of football was established in England in 1888 when its rules and first professional clubs were established  Visit your favourite football ground with a knowledgeable guide. Experience the thrill as you walk out of the tunnel and onto the pitch. Explore the stands, changing rooms, and more while learning about the club. Hear about legendary teams and players. Visit the museum where you can see the club’s history displayed through multi-media, see kit warn by the greats, club trophies and other unique mementos.

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London River Cruises

Hop on Hop off London River Cruise Tour

Our hop-on-hop-off river cruise tour is a fantastic alternative way of seeing London. The River Thames runs through the center of London, and many iconic sights are located on either bank. You can start the cruise from any one of the piers. These includes Westminster Pier which is next to The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. The Tower Pier is ideal for a visit to The Tower of London and Tower Bridge. And there are stops along the River that are ideal for visiting Borough Market, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Tate Modern and more. You can travel all the way downriver to Greenwich, where you can visit the Cutty Sark and Royal Observatory. Onboard, enjoy lively and entertaining commentary with an outdoor and indoor deck perfect for all weather conditions. There is also a bar serving hot and cold food and beverages. During the summer months, the cruise tour also runs during the evening when the city is lit up. You can hop on and hop off the tour as much as you like.

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Thames River Cruise tour with Lunch, Afternoon Tea or Dinner

A great way to enjoy a tour of London is by cruising along the river Thames. Many of London’s most famous landmarks were built along the river as this was the main way of traveling in the medieval period, and new buildings have continued to be built here. The cruise takes you past Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and Big Ben, as well as modern buildings such as the London Eye, National Gallery, and the Shard. We offer four different cruises, all offering an excellent lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner.

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