What We Offer
Ride a Routemaster on Heritage Route the best tourist routes to all London attractions and more
For more information about our tours and the services we can offer please browse our site. To enquire or book please use the contact us button below.
The Great British Tea Bus
Adults From £59
Step aboard our iconic Routemaster bus for a nostalgic afternoon tea experience.
London Sightseeing Tour
Adults From £30
Step aboard our Round London Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open Top Routemaster London.
The "MagicBus"
Harry Potter Film Locations Tour
Travel aboard the "MagicBus" & we'll show you the essential Harry Potter filming locations in the city.
Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour
Adults From £23
Take a festive tour of London's Christmas lights at this magical time of year on a decorated open-top bus.
Santa’s Sleigh Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour
Adults From £28
Take a festive tour of London's Christmas lights at this magical time of year on a decorated open-top bus.
Christmas Lights and Bites Tour
Adults From £45
Enjoy listening to classical Christmas music whilst indulging in festive food and viewing London's twinkling lights!
Christmas Lights Tour By Vintage Bus
Adults From £27
Take a festive tour of London's Christmas lights on our decorated Vintage Bus.
Lumos Christmas Lights Bus Tour
Harry Potter Film Locations Tour
Climb aboard for a magical Christmas adventure through London
Hamleys Christmas Lights Tour
Adults From £36
A heartwarming festive adventure through London’s glittering streets
What We Offer
Ride a Routemaster on Heritage Route the best tourist routes to all London attractions and more
For more information about our tours and the services we can offer please browse our site. To enquire or book please use the contact us button below.
The Great British Teabus
Round London Sightseeing Tour
Step aboard our iconic Routemaster bus for a nostalgic afternoon tea experience.
Heritage Route T15
Adults From £7.50
Travel around London and see the sights aboard the world’s most famous type of bus.
London Sightseeing Tour
Adults From £30
Step aboard our Round London Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open Top Routemaster London.
Bespoke Tours
Bespoke Pricing Available
We specialise in creating bespoke tours aboard our iconic Routemaster buses.
The "MagicBus"
Harry Potter Film Locations Tour
Travel aboard the "MagicBus" & we'll show you the essential Harry Potter filming locations in the city.
Vintage B-type
Round London Sightseeing Tour
Travel aboard a replica B-type bus that is very much a part of London's Transport of yesteryear.
Hold on tight - it's going to be a bumpy ride!
Travel aboard the “MagicBus” and we’ll show you the essential Harry Potter filming locations in the city. There’s photo stops too, you can choose your Hogwarts House and there’s an interactive quiz.
Wands at the ready, first choose your Hogwarts House and then we’ll take you on a two-hour tour of the City’s most essential Harry Potter filming locations from Gringotts Wizarding Bank to Diagon Alley & Lambeth Bridge.
This guided, 2-hour tour starts at Embankment, by the River Thames, and returns to the same point.
Experience Afternoon Tea on the Great British Tea Bus
Sip, savour & sightsee! Step aboard our iconic vintage London Routemaster bus and we will take you on a Round London Sightseeing Tour whilst you indulge in an Afternoon Tea experience like never before.
Onboard, you’ll enjoy:
- A perfectly curated menu of sweet and savoury delights.
- A seat on a guided Round London Sightseeing Tour with views of the city's "must see" landmarks like St.Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and lots more!
- An intimate and cosy atmosphere that reflects the heart of British hospitality.
Christmas Lights Tour By Vintage Bus
Take a festive tour of London’s Christmas lights on a vintage London, open-top bus whilst being entertained by a tour guide and your favourite Christmas music!
Immerse yourself in London’s enchanting Christmas atmosphere with a festive night tour on a open-top vintage London bus to enjoy spectacular views and take the perfect pictures! See the city decked out with sparkling lights and dazzling displays whilst you enjoy the insights of a professional tour guide along with holiday music onboard.
This guided, 1.5-hour tour starts at Embankment, by the River Thames, and returns to the same point.
Santa’s Sleigh Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour
Take a festive tour of London’s Christmas lights at this magical time of year on a decorated open-top bus.
Immerse yourself in London’s enchanting Christmas atmosphere on our open-top bus tour. See the city decked out with sparkling lights and dazzling displays for the festive season. Listen to holiday music onboard that will fill you with Christmas cheer.
Cruise past:
- TRAFALGAR SQ
- Piccadilly Circus
- Regent Street
- Oxford Circus
Christmas Lights and Bites Tour
Enjoy listening to Christmas music whilst indulging in festive food and viewing London’s twinkling lights on this bus tour.
It’s turkey and Tinsel time, so hop on board this festive season and let us take you on a tour of London’s twinkling Christmas lights.
Christmas is full of traditions, food, music, and decorations. This unique afternoon tea-style tour combines all these traditions aboard a specially converted iconic London Routemaster bus.
Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour
Take a festive tour of London’s Christmas lights at this magical time of year on a decorated open-top bus.
Immerse yourself in London’s enchanting Christmas atmosphere on our open-top bus tour. See the city decked out with sparkling lights and dazzling displays for the festive season. Listen to holiday music onboard that will fill you with Christmas cheer.
Cruise past:
- TRAFALGAR SQ
- Piccadilly Circus
- Regent Street
- Oxford Circus
Start the tour at Embankment Station, easily accessed by London’s underground network, rail stations, and buses. From here, take a journey through the city’s West End aglow with seasonal sparkle. Drive along the Strand and past the Christmas market at Trafalgar Square.
Lumos Christmas Lights Bus Tour
Climb aboard our iconic purple vintage Routemaster bus for a magical Christmas adventure through London, exploring the real Harry Potter filming locations alongside the city’s world-famous Christmas lights. This enchanting evening tour brings together festive sparkle, movie magic, and immersive fun for the whole family.
Step into the wizarding world as you journey past some of London’s most iconic landmarks, glowing with Christmas cheer. Along the way, your on-board host will lead you through wizarding quizzes, fun facts, and spellbinding stories — making this an unforgettable experience for witches, wizards, and muggles alike!
Includes: Limited addition exclusive ButterBeer Cookie & Magical Potion souvenir drink with every ticket.
Take a Ride on a London icon...
The Routemaster is as much an icon of London as the tourist attractions you’ll see along the route. Our Heritage Route T15 links Trafalgar Square with Tower Hill and gives you the chance to ride on a London icon whilst also serving some of London’s top vistitor attractions.
What you’ll see along the way…
- Trafalgar Square
- Covent Garden
- St Paul's Cathedral
- Monument to the Great Fire of London
- Tower of London
- Tower Bridge
Bus Times
Our Routemasters run every 30 mins from 0930 to 1800hrs – see timetable for more details. Occasionally there may be service disruptions due to events and road closures in the city. Check our Facebook page for details of any diversions.
How to Buy Tickets
- On the bus from the Customer Assistant contactless card or cash
- Book via our Heritage Route T15 page
Please note: English National Concessionary Travel Scheme Passes, TfL Travelcards and TfL Oyster Cards are not accepted due to this being a tourist service.
Classic London buses for your special occasions...
Our fleet of classic Routemaster buses are available for weddings, private hires, corporate transport – in fact any of your special occasions – get in touch to see how we can help you with your special day.
Bespoke Tours
We specialise in creating bespoke tours aboard our iconic Routemaster buses.
Whether you’re planning a corporate event, a historical excursion, or a magical Christmas lights tour, we have the perfect vehicle and expertise to make your tour unforgettable.
Contact us today to discuss your ideas and receive a personalised quote.
Accessibility
London’s iconic Routemasters were first designed over 60 years ago when transport priorities were different, and accessibility was not the concern it is today. Wheelchair users We are sorry our buses are not accessible to wheelchairs. Pushchairs Pushchair space is limited and all pushchairs need to be folded before you board the bus.
Passenger assistance Our Customer Assistants can assist the elderly, infirm and other passengers to access the bus. Alternative bus services running at frequent intervals are available along the sections of route served by our Routemasters. Our Customer Assistants can provide further information.
Sightseeing London
Hop-on, see London aboard probably the most famous type of bus in the world!
Secure Payments
Every purchase is secure thanks to our excellent online safety standards - we only work with the best ticket sites!
Hop-on, Hop-off
The Routemaster is the original hop-on, hop-off style bus - there's plenty of stops along the way.