London Tours (London, England, UK)

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*Coach Tours*
   The following organizations offer a sightseeing tour on their double decker buses. Highly recommended for first time visitors.

• The Big Bus Company - Web-Hotels recommends this company since they offer great value for money to their customers. Each tour includes:
  • Live commentary
  • FREE river cruise (while the tour ticket is valid)
  • FREE walking tours (while the tour ticket is valid)
  • Courtsey British Museum and Bloomsbury link.
  • Discounts to 'Les Miserables', 'Cats' and 'Topless' (subject to conditions!)
  • Discounted tour souvenirs Furthermore, the company operates coach tours with commentries in 12 different languages.
• London Coaches Sightseeing Tour - departs from Marble Arch, Victoria Station, Baker Station and Piccadilly Circus (+44) 020 8877 1722
• London Pride Bus Company - (+44) 01708 631 122

*Boat Trips and River Tours*
   Boat trips along the Thames offer excellent views of the city from the river and will go to more remote areas such as Greenwich. Some of the main companies are listed below.

• Departure point: Tower Pier - (+44) 020 7488 0344
• Departure point: Westminster Pier - (+44) 020 7930 4097
• Departure point: Charing Cross Pier - (+44) 020 7925 2215

*Guided Walking Tours of London*
   Walking tours of London are operated by various companies. A knowledgable guide leads the walk that lasts up to 3 hours. Some of the better known companies are listed below.

• Zigzag Audio Tours - (+44) 020 8458 5310 - 2 hour tours covering most of London's historical areas.
• Cockney Walks - (+44) 0208 504 9159 - A range of walks in London.
• Historical Walks - (+44) 0208 668 4019 - Dickens London Walk plus others.
• Original London Walks - (+44) 0207 624 3978 - Jack the Ripper, Shakespeare's London, various pub crawls and other walks.