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London Vintage Bus Tour and Thames Cruise 4 hr

TourTruth score 3.9 out of 10

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291 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 4 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

See London’s landmarks by vintage double-decker bus, pause at Buckingham Palace, then cruise the Thames to Westminster Pier.

About this tour

See London from two classic vantage points on a half-day outing by vintage double-decker bus and Thames cruise. This London Vintage Bus Tour and Thames Cruise brings the city’s landmarks into view from the open top, with a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace and sights including Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London.

After the bus journey, board a sightseeing cruise along the Thames to Westminster Pier. The cruise lasts about 30 minutes and is included in the tour. Choose the optional lunch upgrade to finish with fish and chips or a vegetarian dish at a central London pub; drinks are available at extra cost, and the pub is a short walk from the drop-off point.

The tour lasts four hours, with morning and afternoon departures from Victoria. An English-speaking local guide accompanies the bus tour. The open-top bus may occasionally be replaced by a closed-top vehicle, so come prepared for rain. Book this London Vintage Bus Tour and Thames Cruise for a memorable way to take in the capital by road and river.

Highlights

  • See London’s landmarks from a vintage double-decker bus
  • Pause for photos outside Buckingham Palace
  • Cruise the Thames to Westminster Pier
  • Add a fish and chips or vegetarian lunch at a central pub

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • Panoramic London tour by 1960s vintage bus
  • Thames River cruise
  • Fish and chips or vegetarian meal if lunch option is selected

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks unless specified
  • Drinks with lunch

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Important information

  • Morning departure: Gate 19 at 7:45 am; boarding starts at 7:30 am
  • Afternoon departure: Gate 0 at 1:00 pm; boarding starts at 12:45 pm
  • Meeting point: 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, about a 7-minute walk from Victoria Underground and Railway station
  • The open-top bus may be changed to a closed-top bus on rare occasions; prepare for possible rain
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  • The Thames cruise takes place after the bus tour, lasts about 30 minutes, and ends at Westminster Pier
  • Lunch is available only with the selected option; choose fish and chips or a vegetarian dish on the day
  • The lunch pub is a 5–7-minute walk from the drop-off point; drinks cost extra
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; strollers are permitted
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation is available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 4 hours. The Thames cruise at the end takes about 30 minutes.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet at 164 Buckingham Palace Road in Victoria. Morning departures leave from Gate 19, and afternoon departures leave from Gate 0.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is included only if you select the lunch option. Choose fish and chips or a vegetarian dish on the day; drinks cost extra.

Where does the Thames cruise end?

The cruise takes place after the bus tour and ends at Westminster Pier.

Is the bus open-top?

The tour uses an open-top bus, but on rare occasions it may be replaced by a closed-top bus. Be prepared for possible rain.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.21 from 291 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 3.9.

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