London City Bus Tours School Trip

If you are planning to visit London or elsewhere in the United Kingdom, with a group of 10+ our group bookings service we can make the experience as seamless as possible. For an iconic experience of London, look no further than our open top bus hire experience, your private tour of London with a live guide will truly bring the city to life.

What We Offer Visiting Schools:

We offer open top bus tours and/or Thames River Cruises of London.

The bus tour covers all the main attractions and points of historical interest within the city centre. We offer a choice of live guide or recorded multi-lingual commentary including special kids commentary. We cover historical and cultural facts about the city including details on architecture, royals, persons of significant interest and literacy heroes.

We can also provide pick up/drop off points of your choice in Central London.

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What activities are available during educational visits?

We cover historical and cultural facts about the city including details on architecture, royals,
persons of significant interest and literacy heroes.

Which curriculum topics do we cater for?

Significant Individuals from History School Trip Click to expand

Embark on a captivating bus tour of London that explores its rich royal history and notable figures. Begin at Buckingham Palace, the iconic residence of the monarch, where you might catch the Changing of the Guard. As you travel, admire Westminster Abbey, the site of royal weddings and coronations, and pay homage to figures like Queen Elizabeth I and Charles Darwin.
Next, pass the Houses of Parliament, where influential leaders such as Winston Churchill shaped modern Britain. Stop at Trafalgar Square to see Nelson's Column, commemorating Admiral Horatio Nelson’s naval triumphs.
As the tour continues, visit Kensington Palace, home to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, where you’ll learn about the lives of past royals. Finally, conclude at the Tower of London, steeped in history and tales of monarchs like Henry VIII. This tour beautifully intertwines London’s architectural gems with the legacies of its most significant individuals, making history come alive.

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Architecture

Embarking on a tour of London’s architectural landmarks offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s rich history and design evolution. Start at the Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcasing medieval architecture and the storied past of the British monarchy.
Next, stroll across Tower Bridge, a stunning feat of Victorian engineering with its iconic bascules and Gothic revival style. Head towards St. Paul’s Cathedral, where Sir Christopher Wren’s Baroque masterpiece captivates with its magnificent dome and intricate interiors.
Continue to the Houses of Parliament, an exemplar of Gothic Revival architecture, dominated by the striking Big Ben. Don’t miss the modern Shard, a symbol of contemporary design that reshapes the skyline.
Conclude your tour at the Royal Albert Hall, renowned for its unique circular shape and impressive acoustics, embodying Victorian grandeur. Each landmark tells a story, revealing the layers of London’s architectural heritage and its evolving identity.