About this tour
When Alex from our team booked this, we knew it'd be a cheeky take on the classic London experience. You board a vintage double-decker bus, settle in with a pot of tea or coffee and a glass of Prosecco, then cruise past the Eye, Tower of London, and St. Paul's Cathedral while nibbling finger sandwiches, scones, and cakes. It's roughly 90 minutes of trundling through central London traffic with decent views and decent treats — a novelty that works best if you're after a quirky afternoon rather than peak sightseeing.
Highlights
- Upper deck views of the Eye and Tower Bridge without leaving your seat
- Afternoon tea service (sandwiches, scones, pastries) served tableside on the move
- Choice of loose-leaf tea, coffee, or Prosecco included
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal menus available
- No live commentary — lets you chat freely with your group
- Shared seating breaks the ice; we met friendly travellers mid-scone
- Relaxed pace — good for those who'd rather sit than walk all day
What to expect
The bus picks you up and you head straight upstairs if you're early enough; upper seats go fast and aren't reserved. Once moving, a crew member brings out your tea or coffee and a tiered stand of sweet and savoury bites — it's a proper plated service despite the bumps. The route covers the biggies: you'll see the London Eye, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's, and Tower of London, though traffic and road closures mean the exact order shifts. Expect shared tables and the gentle sway of a moving bus; if you're seasick-prone, sit on the lower deck and face forward.
The pacing feels unhurried. You're not rushing between stops — you're literally eating and watching. Some landmarks appear briefly if traffic's thick; others hang in view long enough for a proper look. The Prosecco or soft drink comes with it, and you can buy extras (at extra cost). No loos on board, so use the stop before departure. The whole thing lasts around 90 minutes, so timing works well if you've got an afternoon free and want something different from the museum grind.
What travellers say
- Quirky angle on sightseeing — afternoon tea while moving past icons
- Dietary accommodations (vegan, gluten-free, halal) available and workable
- No guide chatter — relaxed, social vibe between passengers
- Prosecco and tea service included; good value bundled meal
- Upper-deck views of major landmarks without leaving your seat
- No toilet on board — plan bathroom stops before departure
- Route changes due to traffic; not all landmarks guaranteed appearance
- Moving bus and quick landmark sightseeing limit photo quality
- Menu must be confirmed 24 hours ahead or default served
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
If you're tea-and-cake people or want a gimmicky London memory, this delivers. The variety of dietary menus (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal) is genuinely useful. You get a seat with a view and a light meal rolled into one, which saves time if you're juggling a tight schedule. Small groups and couples feel comfortable; it's relaxed, not chaotic.
No live guide means you're free to chat, but you miss the local stories. The bus can't stop for proper photo ops — you're shooting from a moving vehicle, so landmark shots are quick. There's no toilet on board, which matters if you need one mid-route. It's not wheelchair accessible. Kids under 15 need a paying adult. The route can change due to traffic, so you might not hit every landmark. Nut allergen contact isn't guaranteed. You must confirm your menu choice 24 hours ahead or they'll serve the standard menu. Tables are shared, so you might be squeezed with strangers. Upper-deck seating is first-come-first-served — arrive early.
Bring a light layer; the upper deck gets breezy. Arrive 15 minutes early. Valid ID if you want Prosecco. Menu choices (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal) must be confirmed 24 hours before — contact them or you'll get the general option. Groups are mixed; no specific seat choice. Infants sit on laps. Suitable from age 5+.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.