The ticket covers one continuous loop with no breaks or hop-on, hop-off access; hotel transfers are excluded. 4.69 from 51 reviews at €36 per person for 1h.
Best for: Choose the Electric Routemaster for a guided loop: 1h at €36 per person, rated 4.69 from 51 reviews; no hopping on and off. Bus Tours comparison
Trade-off: No hopping on and off.
In our comparison: #2 of 5 in Bus Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €36 per adult.
Children from €24 (ages 5 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 47 of 51
Star breakdown of all 51 ratings
Reviewers praise the live commentary and upper-deck views; heavy traffic is a recurring caveat
Written by Guidekin from the 48 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (15 March 2025 to 13 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.
Ratings collected from Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
Step aboard a classic Routemaster and begin your sightseeing journey through London. This 70-minute tour will showcase the capital’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and more. Plus, enjoy live commentary from an expert guide, bringing London’s history and stories to life. Perfect for the whole family! See Trafalgar Square, Parliament Square, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and more, all from the comfort of this beautifully restored heritage vehicle. Your expert guide will bring the city to life with engaging commentary, sharing fascinating stories and historical insights about London and its landmarks. Uncover the Tower of London’s hidden secrets and learn about Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, St Paul’s Cathedral. The live guide ensures the tour is engaging for kids and adults alike, making sightseeing both educational and entertaining. Hear tales of royalty, wartime London, and architectural facts as you pass by historic locations.
1hHop aboard a vintage Routemaster bus for a live-guided panoramic tour past Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge, and more.
Highlights:
• Discover the sights of London on the World's First Electric Routemaster
• Admire landmarks including Big Ben, the London Eye, and more
• Hear fascinating facts from the live guide, tailored to all ages on board
• Enjoy panoramic views from the open-top bus
• Have the ultimate family sightseeing adventure in London
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #2 of 5 | €36 | 1h | 4.69 (51) | shared |
| Classic London Sightseeing Bus Tour | €30 | 1h 30m | 4.96 (51) | shared |
| London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus | €23 | 1h 30m | 4.65 (86) | shared |
| London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide | €36 | 1h 30m | 4.53 (2049) | shared |
Ranked #2 of 5 in Bus Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €36, median €34; typical length 1h 30m. 0 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 5 Bus Tours