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London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option

4.3(1,921)4.3 out of 5, from 1921 reviews·9h·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 9Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agesinfant 0–2, child 3–16, adult 17–64, senior 65–99

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • 5 fares — children priced separately

About this experience

See London on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city, led by a guide. Hear the history of top London attractions like Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, and a guided tour of St Paul’s Cathedral. After the sightseeing tour, watch the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace and tour the Tower of London. As a bonus, this experience also includes a one-way River Thames sightseeing cruise, which can be used on the day or another time. Upgrade to include a Standard London Eye ticket, after the tour. - See all of London's most iconic sights in one day - Visit two of London's most iconic landmarks - Watch a traditional British military ceremony - Marvel at the scale and splendour of St Paul's Cathedral - See the priceless Crown Jewels collection at The Tower of London - Enjoy a scenic cruise on the River Thames - Finish with spectacular views on the world's tallest cantilevered…

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What you actually do

You get out at all 6 stops.

  1. 1

    City of London

    Panoramic Tour Your tour of London begins with a journey through London with your expert tour guide onboard one of our luxury coaches with free Wi-Fi and USB charging. As you make your way through the city, your guide will impart exciting stories and interesting facts about London's long history.

    You get out here90 min

  2. 2

    Changing of the Guard

    At one of our first stops, Buckingham Palace, we will watch a traditional ceremony that is the epitome of British pomp and pageantry. During the ceremony, guards from the New Guard of the Household Division arrive to assume responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace.

    You get out here60 min

  3. 3

    St. Paul's Cathedral

    St Paul's Cathedral is an iconic symbol of London. One of the largest churches in the world, its dome is an incredible 366ft high and was the tallest building in London until the 1960s. Explore the history of the Cathedral on a guided walking tour, and hear how Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece took 35 years to…

    You get out here60 minAdmission included

  4. 4

    Tower of London

    Almost a thousand years of history are waiting for us at our next stop, the formidable Tower of London. The long and bloody history of 'The Tower' is steeped in myth and legend. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066, this historic fortress in the middle of London is a notorious prison and execution site.

    You get out here60 minAdmission included

  5. 5

    Thames River

    Thames River Cruise At the end of our tour, head down to Tower Pier and hop on the next available boat for a scenic cruise down the River Thames. Enjoy a unique view of the beautiful London waterfront as you head to Westminster Pier next to the iconic Houses of Parliament. (open date ticket)

    You get out here45 minAdmission included

  6. 6

    London Eye

    tanding 135 metres (443 ft) tall, London Eye is Europe's tallest Ferris wheel and one of the most iconic London landmarks. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of London and some of the city's other famous landmarks, including 'Big Ben' and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and St Paul's Cathedral.

    You get out here30 minAdmission included

Where the day happens

≈ 2.6 km from the city centre. 6 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover gratuities, other — budget for those separately.

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Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (8)
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • You can choose to take the river cruise on another day and finish the tour at the Tower of London instead of Westminster Pier.
  • Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability).
  • If there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace we see the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards Parade instead.
  • The London Eye ticket is for standard entry around 6:30pm (subject to availability) on the same day. This ticket can only be used for this one visit. Please show the ticket on your phone as the barcode will be scanned.
  • Please note: St Paul’s Cathedral is closed to the public on Sundays and for special events or services. On these days we will stop for photographs outside St Paul's Cathedral and spend longer at Tower of London instead.
Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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