
Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour
Sat 3 Oct
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21°C · 20% rain
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The Original Tour operates a four hour hop on hop off double-decker bus service across London on 29 September 2026. The ticket includes access to four routes, over 50 stops, a Thames river cruise, and six walking tours. Children under 5 travel free.
Duration: 4 hours.
Looking for a flexible way to see London at your own pace? Hop aboard The Original Tour's open-top double-decker bus, with four routes, over 50 stops and a Thames river cruise included.
About This Tour
Go "Around the town for half-a-crown" with the world's first sightseeing tour, showing you the best of London in a single ride. Hop on and off as many times as you like across four colour-coded routes, taking in the city's most iconic landmarks from the top of a classic red open-top double-decker bus. Your ticket also includes a relaxing cruise along the River Thames and your choice of six walking tours, giving you even more ways to explore the capital.
With onboard audio commentary available in 10 languages, free Wi-Fi, and space for prams and buggies, it's a comfortable and easy way for the whole family to discover London. Children under 5 travel free.
The Routes
Choose from four routes covering over 50 stops across the city, including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Madame Tussauds and the British Museum. You're free to hop off wherever something catches your eye and rejoin a later bus when you're ready to continue.
What's Included
Unlimited travel on all 4 Hop-On Hop-Off bus routes for up to 4 hours
River cruise on the Thames
Choice of 6 walking tours
Onboard audio commentary in 10 languages
Free Wi-Fi on board
What's Not Included
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Good to Know
You can join the tour at any of the 50+ official stops across all four routes. Tours run for a maximum of 4 hours, with stops along the way allowing you to hop off and explore.
River cruises depart from Westminster Pier, Tower Pier, Greenwich Pier or London Eye Pier.
Buses run daily, with first departures from around 8.20am to 8.30am depending on the route, and last departures between 6.15pm and 8pm.
Your ticket is valid for the specific date booked.
Free cancellation or date change if made at least 24 hours before your tour date.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026.
Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour is held at London.
Tickets for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour range from £15.19 to £89. Live prices and availability are shown on premiumtours.co.uk.
The forecast for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour is Overcast · high 21°C, low 14°.
Tickets for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour can be booked via premiumtours.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Editorial Summary
The Original Tour operates a four hour hop on hop off double-decker bus service across London on 29 September 2026. The ticket includes access to four routes, over 50 stops, a Thames river cruise, and six walking tours. Children under 5 travel free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Duration: 4 hours.
Looking for a flexible way to see London at your own pace? Hop aboard The Original Tour's open-top double-decker bus, with four routes, over 50 stops and a Thames river cruise included.
About This Tour
Go "Around the town for half-a-crown" with the world's first sightseeing tour, showing you the best of London in a single ride. Hop on and off as many times as you like across four colour-coded routes, taking in the city's most iconic landmarks from the top of a classic red open-top double-decker bus. Your ticket also includes a relaxing cruise along the River Thames and your choice of six walking tours, giving you even more ways to explore the capital.
With onboard audio commentary available in 10 languages, free Wi-Fi, and space for prams and buggies, it's a comfortable and easy way for the whole family to discover London. Children under 5 travel free.
The Routes
Choose from four routes covering over 50 stops across the city, including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Madame Tussauds and the British Museum. You're free to hop off wherever something catches your eye and rejoin a later bus when you're ready to continue.
What's Included
Unlimited travel on all 4 Hop-On Hop-Off bus routes for up to 4 hours
River cruise on the Thames
Choice of 6 walking tours
Onboard audio commentary in 10 languages
Free Wi-Fi on board
What's Not Included
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Good to Know
You can join the tour at any of the 50+ official stops across all four routes. Tours run for a maximum of 4 hours, with stops along the way allowing you to hop off and explore.
River cruises depart from Westminster Pier, Tower Pier, Greenwich Pier or London Eye Pier.
Buses run daily, with first departures from around 8.20am to 8.30am depending on the route, and last departures between 6.15pm and 8pm.
Your ticket is valid for the specific date booked.
Free cancellation or date change if made at least 24 hours before your tour date.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour?
Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026.
Where is Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour taking place?
Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour is held at London.
How much are tickets for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour?
Tickets for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour range from £15.19 to £89. Live prices and availability are shown on premiumtours.co.uk.
What will the weather be like at Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour?
The forecast for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour is Overcast · high 21°C, low 14°.
How do I get tickets for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour?
Tickets for Hop-On Hop-Off "Half-a-Crown" Tour can be booked via premiumtours.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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