The best tours in London (which are worth it)

London is huge and expensive, but with the right tours you make the most of it (and some are free). These are the tours really worth it depending on what you're after.

Must-do tours

• Free tour of the centre (Westminster, Big Ben, the Abbey): perfect to get your bearings on day one. See free tours in London →
• Hop-on hop-off bus: very handy given the city's big distances.
• Tower of London and the Crown Jewels: history and legend at one of its key landmarks.

Themed tours

• Jack the Ripper and dark London (at night): very entertaining.
• Harry Potter: film locations around the city.
• Thames cruise: another perspective of the riverside icons.

Tours in your language

If you don't speak English, guided tours in your own language make sure you don't miss the historical context. A very convenient way to get the most out of your visit.

Day trips from London

With spare days: Windsor, Stonehenge, Oxford or Bath are highly recommended day trips.

Tips

• Oyster card for transport (tube and bus): much better value.
• Book the popular ones (Tower of London, themed tours): they sell out.
• Bring an umbrella: it's London.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tours in London?

To start, the free tour of the centre and the hop-on hop-off bus. As a must, the Tower of London; among themed ones, Jack the Ripper or Harry Potter.

Are there tours in other languages in London?

Yes, there are many guided tours in different languages, ideal so you don't miss the historical context.

Is the hop-on hop-off bus worth it in London?

Yes, given the city's big distances it's very handy for seeing the main sights without tiring.

What day trips can you do from London?

Windsor, Stonehenge, Oxford and Bath are the most popular and comfortably done in a day.