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The 15 Best London Tours & Tickets

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London runs on timed entry and walking distance. Build a first visit out of these 15: the river, the towers, the studio day out to Leavesden and the coach trips that fit either side of a weekend.

From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour - Leaving from Victoria Coach Station
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From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

1.Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

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

Travel from Victoria Coach Station to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London by air-conditioned coach, then explore the Harry Potter sets at your own pace for at least four hours. See Gringotts, Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾, costumes, props, and seasonal displays before returning to central London.

“It was magical to see how the greatest adventure was made. It was a lot of fun for me and my partner. I will definitely recommend this experience to my friends and family”

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

2.Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

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

Cruise from Westminster Pier to Greenwich in about an hour, passing Parliament, Tate Modern, The Shard, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Enjoy live English commentary, a six-language smartphone guide, open-deck views, and the choice of a one-way or return ticket.

“The captain was great! So much fun and a great way to get some photos if you are short on time!”

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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour - Borough Market and the wizarding side of Southwark
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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

3.Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,044 reviews · 135 minutes - 2.5 hours · from $20

Join guides such as Eva, Louis, Murray, or Nic for a 2.5-hour Harry Potter walk from Southwark to Soho. Expect house sorting, quizzes, film clips, London history, Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and a choice of Underground travel or a short Thames boat trip.

“The is was mainly for my daughter whilst in London, and she loved it. Get to see some of the places which were used for filming and some interesting facts! The tour guide was great!”

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London: Madame Tussauds London - Celebrity rooms with room for a photograph
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London: Madame Tussauds London

4.Madame Tussauds London

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

Step into Madame Tussauds London for close-up photos with celebrities, royals, athletes, film heroes, and historic figures. Your timed ticket also covers the Royal Balcony, Star Wars, the Spirit of London ride, Marvel’s 4D film, and the Chamber of Horrors. Allow about 2.5 hours.

“Everything was above expectations. It was the best experience from the entire trip. The kids loved the museum, the cinema and so did i. Best experience ever!!!!”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers - Leaving Victoria from Bulleid Way
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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

Ride from Victoria to Warner Bros. Studio London, then spend four hours exploring real Harry Potter sets, costumes, props, Platform 9¾, Diagon Alley, and Hogwarts Express. Transport is unescorted, so you explore at your own pace. A digital guide costs £4.95.

“Would recommend if you can get just a day pass for the studio, do it thank way. Was very expensive for a 2 way bus ride when it would be the same for an Uber/taxi. You also have a limited time for the tour either too long or not enough time.”

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London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket - Entering at the North Tower
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London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket

6.Tower Bridge Entry Ticket

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

Enter Tower Bridge from the western side of the North Tower, then explore both towers, the high-level walkways, glass floor, and Victorian Engine Rooms at your own pace. Informative displays, videos, staff help, and memorable views make this a strong one-hour London stop, though the ticket does not skip the queue.

“Really enjoyed the visit and something very different to do in London.”

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London: St Paul's Cathedral Entry Ticket - Entering at St Paul’s Churchyard
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London: St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

7.St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

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

Enter St Paul’s Cathedral for its dome, glittering mosaics, crypt memorials, and London views. Use the included guide in nine languages, or register on arrival for a free cathedral-floor and crypt tour. The climb reaches three galleries and 528 listed steps, with Golden Gallery access subject to capacity.

“A wonderful tour. The climb to the top is well worth the views.”

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

8.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 among the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, Platform 9¾, costumes, props, and effects. The visit is self-guided, with return transport, Studio Café access, and free Wi-Fi included. Guides such as Mark or Martin may assist at the meeting point.

“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 - Reading London from 800 feet
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London: The View from The Shard

9.The View from The Shard

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

Ride up The Shard for wide London views from 800 feet, then explore indoor and open-air viewing areas at your own pace. Multimedia displays explain the city and building. Staff-led talks with guides such as Zia and Chris may add extra context. Drinks and photographs cost extra.

“The views were excellent, especially the outdoor section. However the first floor viewing was marred by condensation in a majority of windows. We thought that the observation design was also hampered by poorly designed windows in terms of reflection”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Christ Church and the world of 1888
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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

10.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

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

Walk Whitechapel with a Ripperologist guide who explains the 1888 murders, suspects, evidence, and Victorian life. Visit Mitre Square, Brick Lane, Spitalfields Market, Petticoat Lane, and the Ten Bells Pub. Guides lead in English, Spanish, Italian, French, or German.

“we enjoyed how much we learnt on a subject we thought we knew so much about, that and with the pictures of the past really gave you a good image of what it was to be a person in Whitechapel way back when crowd interaction could of been better - sometimes when people don't know the answer to something it should just be told to you or moved on quickly with, nothing against the tour guide at all, she was really good but maybe make the questions a bit more easier for some or bring up the answers in the conversation before you want to ask them, sometimes a crowd…”

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London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket - What makes Madame Tussauds more than a wax museum
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London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket

11.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, then visit Madame Tussauds for wax figures, the Spirit of London ride, Marvel 4D cinema, and Royal Family displays. Your selected time is for the Eye, while the second attraction must be booked separately within 90 days.

“Had a fantastic time at both liked wax works, thoroughly enjoyed London Eye at night it was brilliant.”

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Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket - Finding the correct entrance on the south side
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Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

12.Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

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

Enter Buckingham Palace’s public State Rooms with a timed ticket and multilingual multimedia guide. See grand reception rooms, Royal Collection paintings, porcelain, sculptures, and furniture, then continue to the Garden Café. This self-guided visit suits independent travelers who want to set their own pace.

“We got to see so much more than I thought we would. Very well organised. Easy to exchange ticket.”

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Windsor Castle Admission Ticket - Getting to the entrance and starting the visit
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Windsor Castle Admission Ticket

13.Windsor Castle Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,032 reviews · 1 day · from $43

Visit Windsor Castle at your own pace with admission, a multilingual multimedia guide, the State Apartments, and St. George’s Chapel when open. Allow 2.5 to 3 hours. You’ll walk uphill and cover long distances, so wear comfortable shoes and arrive ready for airport-style security.

“it was very interesting and we spent over 2 hrs visiting the Castle, St George's Chapel and the apartments. it was awesome.”

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London: City Sights Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras - Treat the Green Route as a shuttle, not a second grand tour
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London: City Sights Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras

14.City Sights Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6,579 reviews · from $56

See London from an open-top double-decker bus across three routes, with stops for the Tower of London, Big Ben, museums, parks, and palaces. Choose a 1-day, 24, 48, or 72-hour pass, then add Thames cruises, walking tours, a vintage bus ride, or a night tour.

“A little more guidance would've been helpful. It was a nice tour, but couldn't go to several stops which was a bummer. Our first driver was very nice.”

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Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King's Cross - From King’s Cross to the studios outside London
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Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King’s Cross

15.Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King’s Cross

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,442 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $151

Board a branded bus at King's Cross, then spend about four hours at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Walk through the Great Hall, ride the Hogwarts Express, visit Diagon Alley and see original sets, costumes, props and special-effects work. Seasonal features add fresh displays.

“It was an overall awesome experience, I really wish something like this existed in Australia we have little shows but nothing like London America or Japan and I know there are a lot of Harry Potter fans in Australia. I loved the Harry Potter bus to and back and studio itself was brilliant”

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