Bus & coach · OPEN-TOP BUS TOURS IN THE UK
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 open-top bus tours in the UK justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get on with the day.
See London lit up on a 90-minute open-top bus tour, from Big Ben and Tower Bridge to Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.
“very interesting and informative. The tour guide had a great sense of humour. Despite the rain thoroughly enjoyed it”
See London’s top landmarks from a vintage open-top Routemaster with a live guide, in 90 minutes for $40.
“Everything was fine, maybe the weather could have been better, but the organizer has no influence on that, we highly recommend it”
Review of London’s 1960s Routemaster afternoon tea bus, with sights, sandwiches, pastries, practical tips, heat concerns, and value advice.
“We had an amazing time in the tour! We loved all the sights! The food was really good and I can't stop thinking about the hot chocolate!”
See London illuminated from an open-top bus, with live stories, major landmarks, multilingual audio, and practical tips for a $39 evening tour.
“Joe and Kamal were great! Joe is very good guide with good and a lot info and priceless jokes. Keep up the good work!”
Review of Belfast’s 48-hour open-top bus tour, covering Titanic Quarter, murals, peace walls, markets, museums, value, and practical tips.
“Very informative and friendly drivers. Good overall tour of the city with an opportunity to stop and visit and explore before you hop back on again for continue the journey.”
See Liverpool’s waterfront, cathedrals, Cavern Club, and more from an open-top bus, with live commentary and a free glass of bubbly.
“Are guide Kim was very informative and had a great sense of humour. Are driver Chris was a great driver and also had a great sense of humour. Would definitely recommend anyone visiting Liverpool to go on the buses first to get a feel for the city and great information provided by the tour guide. Liverpool has so much to offer, so pleased with our experience.”
See London’s Christmas lights from a 1960s Routemaster, with Oxford Street, Hyde Park, funny guides, and practical winter tips.
“A guide not necessarily needed, really not clear of the role few basic comments about Trafalgar square and something else. There primarily to see the lights. need someone just to accompany the passengerd”
See Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse, Britannia, and more by open-top bus with flexible hop-on, hop-off routes and audio commentary.
“Loved it and my kids really enjoyed sitting on the upper deck and waving to everyone in Edinburgh!”
See London’s landmarks glowing after dark on a guided open-top bus tour, with live commentary, photo views, and practical tips for a chilly ride.
“Got to see a lot of London landmarks at night Sat outside a double decker bus. Great tour guide informative”
Review of London’s 90-minute night bus tour, with illuminated landmarks, live commentary, practical tips, pricing, weather advice, and booking guidance.
“We chose a terrible night to do this tour. It was freezing cold and rainy which, of course, was outside of the tour companies control. What they could control, they did amazing! Our tour guide Steve had the odds stacked against him but he did such a good job! He still brought the energy and excitement and did his very best! This tour is a great way to quickly see the city on limited time.”
Review of London’s 45-minute Tootbus Kids Tour, with open-top views, lively commentary, route details, value, tips, and family advice.
“Our guide Jezz was very entertaining. He spoke to the children at exactly the right level. Quiz questions in traffic very good - engaging everyone.”
Review of London’s 2-hour open-top bus tour, with Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, live guides, audio options, price, and practical tips.
“Wonderful for first time visitors. On our arrival day we took the guided tour and got an independent tour of the city of London. Now when we return to individual landmarks it will be more meaningful.”
See London’s Christmas lights from a restored vintage bus, with live commentary, landmark views, practical tips, and an honest value review.
“Tour started at Gate 0 at Victoria Coach Station where Premium Tours staff were there to book us in and allocate us to our bus. There were several lovely Routemaster London busses lined up. It was part-open on top which made for great views but was chilly so wrap up warm. The guide was entertaining and very informative pointing out what to see and where to look. My only negative comment was that the speaker system wasn't great and it was a little difficult to understand the guide at times but this didn't really spoil the tour for us at all. At least we didn't need to use those horrible…”
London Christmas lights tour by open-top bus, with Oxford Street, Regent Street, Big Ben, music, and a Trafalgar Square finish.
“Işıklı caddelerin çoğundan geçmedi. Aynı yerde dönüp durdu. Parasına kesinlikle değmez.”
See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Tower Bridge and more on a two-hour London bus tour with open-air views and multilingual audio.
“Such a fun and enjoyable tour of London. Very informative and entertaining! Definitely recommend! Loved our guide Andy”
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