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London Tours & Tickets: The 15 to Book

265 tours  ·  from $10

London rewards booking the timed entries early and walking everything in between. Build a first visit out of these 15: the wheel, the Tower, the Abbey, the river, and the day trips that fit either side of them.

London: The London Eye Entry Ticket - The view from 135 meters above the Thames
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London: The London Eye Entry Ticket

1.The London Eye Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 35,875 reviews · 30 min · from $39Our pick

Ride one of London’s 32 glass capsules for a slow, 30-minute circuit 135 meters above the Thames. You’ll spot major landmarks from a calm, spacious pod, with standard or fast-track admission depending on your ticket. A free London Eye guide app helps identify what you see. Wheelchair access and free entry for carers are available.

“Very quick to get one and not an over crowded capsule. It was a great view of the whole City of London!”

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From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour - Four Hours Inside the Studio
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From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

2.Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26,588 reviews · 7 hours · from $117

Ride an air-conditioned coach from Victoria Coach Station to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Spend at least four hours with the original sets, costumes, props, Gringotts, Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾, and the Hogwarts Express. Drivers such as Dave have added London stories and humor, but the studio visit is self-guided.

“100% the best experience I have done in London. This made my whole trip worth the time, money, effort, etc. To any HP fan reading this, book the activity. Don’t think about it twice. You won’t regret any minute of it. From the very small details to every single set and prob they used in the movies, you feel like you’re part of that world too.”

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London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise - Parliament and the London Eye set the tone
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London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

3.Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22,836 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $22

See London from the Thames on a one-way or round-trip cruise from Westminster to Greenwich. Your English-speaking crew points out Parliament, the London Eye, Tate Modern, Tower Bridge, and more. Use the open deck for photos, then explore Greenwich Market, the Cutty Sark, and the Royal Observatory on foot.

“On the boat ride to Greenwich, there was a live commentary about the sites as we passed Central London. The guide said they were not professionals but boat crew. He did a great job. I had booked a return ticket. Return boats to Westminster left every 20 minutes so there was lots of time for me to explore Greenwich before I had to return. The weather was dodgy so I started on the upper deck and was able to go down below when it got too cold and rainy. Everything was as expected. I wouldn’t suggest any changes.”

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London: Madame Tussauds London - The celebrity rooms: built for photographs
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London: Madame Tussauds London

4.Madame Tussauds London

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 20,915 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $36

Spend about 2.5 hours with celebrity wax figures, the Royal Family, Harry Styles, Marvel heroes, Star Wars characters, and British history. Your ticket includes the Spirit of London ride, Marvel 4D movie, Royal Balcony, Star Wars experience, and Chamber of Horrors. Entry is at a timed slot near Baker Street.

“We really enjoyed the 4D movie experience but the entore tour was amazong 😄”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers - The 90-minute ride to Warner Bros. Studio
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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers

5.Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17,586 reviews · from $144

Travel by branded coach from Victoria to Warner Bros. Studio London, where you get four hours to explore the real Harry Potter sets, costumes, props, Platform 9¾, Diagon Alley, and Hogwarts Express. This is an unescorted visit with entrance included, not a guided tour, so you set your own pace.

“This place is insanely cool!! Right from the get go catching the bus was easy and fun! I liked that you could watch the first movie on the drive out 😁 The tickets were handed to us when we got on the bus and it was all so simple and easy! It was busy there and by the time you get food/coffee/a butter beer you may run out of time us the only thing so try prioritise what you queue for (I know it’s hard!!) All and all well worth the time and money !”

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London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket - The towers explain how the bridge came to be
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London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket

6.Tower Bridge Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15,560 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

Visit both Tower Bridge towers, walk 42 metres above the Thames on the glass floor, and explore the Victorian Engine Rooms. Informative displays, videos, historic photographs, lifts, stairs, and helpful staff make this a flexible one-hour visit, though you may want longer for photos and the full story.

“The glass floor was something that you don't have a chance to walk any time and the engine rooms were nice to learn about the mechanism of the bridge”

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London: Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket - The nave and the Gothic interior
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London: Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket

7.Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 11,254 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Explore Westminster Abbey at your own pace with a multimedia guide in 12 languages. See the Coronation Chair, royal tombs, Gothic details, and Poets' Corner. Allow about two hours, arrive at the North Green ticket office, and remember that this ticket does not skip the entry line or include a live guide.

“An Amazing place to visit, which I would highly recommend. So much to see, full of history and beautiful architecture, and could have spend double the amount of time in there looking around. I bought the basic entry ticket which was fine, but I wish I had paid extra for the guided tour as much of the writing on the tombs was in Latin. Would definitely visit again as there was so much to see.”

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London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise - Route One: royal London, Trafalgar Square, and the Tower
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London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

8.London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10,803 reviews · 3 hours 35 minutes (approx.) · from $39

See London from an open-top double-decker on three routes covering Buckingham Palace, the Tower, St. Paul’s, Kensington, and the British Museum. Your pass includes recorded commentary in seven languages and free Wi-Fi. Choose 24 or 48 hours, with a one-way Thames cruise included on those options. The 48-hour ticket adds walking tours and a selected evening tour.

“Worst experience we had in London!! Do NOT do one of these tours. This company left a family of 5 stranded in the London freezing weather as we waited for 45 minutes for the bus to come pick us up at their required spot (#13) near the London Eye. Noone showed up so we were forced to spend more money for a cab to get us home. I placed a formal request for a refund and it was denied. Unbelievably poor customer service. Do NOT waste your money!!!”

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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Starting near St. Paul’s and Blackfriars Bridge
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

9.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,422 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Top rated

Join a small group of up to 14 people for a 3.5-hour walk from the City of London to Covent Garden. Guides such as Tim, Chris, Freddie, Mark, and Dave lead you into four historic pubs, sharing stories about Dickens, Fleet Street, churches, law, beer, and London life. Drinks and food cost extra.

“Dave was great! We not only learned about the historical information on each pub, but we learned a lot about historical events in London and what surrounded us.”

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London: St Paul's Cathedral Entry Ticket - Using the Included Multimedia Guide
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London: St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

10.St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,813 reviews · 1 day · from $36

Visit St Paul’s Cathedral for one day with access to the cathedral floor, crypt, and dome galleries. Use the touchscreen guide in nine languages, register for a free floor and crypt tour, and climb 528 steps to the Golden Gallery for wide London views. Bring ID if using a child, student, or senior ticket.

“Fantastic, worth every penny, and well worth the visit”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers - Entering the Great Hall and Hogwarts
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London: Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers

11.Warner Bros. Studio Harry Potter Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,709 reviews · 7 hours · from $117

Travel from central London by coach to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London for about four hours of self-guided Harry Potter sets, props, costumes, effects, Platform 9¾, and the Hogwarts Express. Evan Evans Tours handles the return transfer, with departures from selected central London meeting points.

“We were collected from the agent office in central London by a branded bus. A very comfortable journey to the Warner Bros. Studio. It would have been nice if there was a guide on the couch which could have made the journey a bit more interactive and interesting for the kids. Otherwise, very pleasant.”

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London: The View from The Shard - Arriving beside London Bridge
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London: The View from The Shard

12.The View from The Shard

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,461 reviews · 1 day · from $25

Take the lift to The Shard’s viewing levels and see London from around 800 feet above the Thames. You can step onto the open-air Level 72 platform, study multimedia exhibits, and order a drink at the bar. Guides such as Zia and Chris sometimes add lively talks about the building and city.

“Our Guide Zia was Brilliant and very informative and witty great experience”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Christ Church Spitalfields and the Victorian setting
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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

13.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,833 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Walk through East London with a Ripperologist guide such as Martin Cheng, Nic, Ivan, or Bettina. In two outdoor hours, you’ll examine photographic evidence, hear the victims’ stories, weigh suspect theories, and visit Mitre Square, Brick Lane, Spitalfields, Petticoat Lane, and the Ten Bells Pub. Expect graphic material, lively questions, and weather-dependent walking.

“Very informative, guide was excellent and interacted well with the group answering all questions keeping the walk interesting, would definitely recommend this tour guide.”

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London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket - Riding the London Eye above the Thames
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London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket

14.London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,428 reviews · 90 days · from $66

Ride the London Eye 135 metres above the Thames for clear views of Big Ben, Parliament, and Buckingham Palace, then visit Madame Tussauds for celebrity figures, royalty, history, a London cab ride, and a 4D cinema show. Book each attraction separately, with up to 90 days between visits.

“The London Eye is a fantastic attraction. Before our ride, we enjoyed a lovely meal just behind it, then watched a lively street performance on the South Bank along the Thames. Boarding the Eye was straightforward—the queue looked long but moved quickly—and once inside, the views were absolutely breathtaking. There was plenty of space to walk around, along with seating in the middle to sit back, relax, and take it all in. Our final stop of the day was Madame Tussauds, which did not disappoint. It was quite busy around 4 p.m., but again the lines moved quickly, and we had plenty of opportunities to snap photos with all the…”

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Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket - The State Rooms: Ceremony, Art, and Serious Decoration
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Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

15.Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,395 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $44

Enter Buckingham Palace through the State Rooms Visitor Entrance and explore its grand public rooms at your own pace. Your ticket includes a multimedia guide in nine languages, with paintings by Rembrandt and Rubens, Canova sculptures, Sèvres porcelain, royal furniture, and access to the Garden Café and palace gardens. Allow up to 2.5 hours.

“So cool to see them and also good not taking photos and being in the moment listening to the commentary. Very interesting. Walking in the steps of so much history.”

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