Houses of Parliament & Big Ben Tours and Tickets

Travel through the English capital's past, present and future on this entertaining 1-hour tour. Make your way through London aboard a souped-up, double-checker Routemaster bus, and pass by showstopper sights like Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Along the way, hear the time-traveling tales and hilarious commentary of your guide, Professor Quantum, and discover a whole new side to the centuries-old city.

Watch the Thames River light up at night on a 3-hour dinner cruise with live jazz. Kick off your night with a glass of sparkling wine as you glide into the current, and spot the iconic Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye and Tower of London. Enjoy jazz classics along with swing and Latin tunes, then relax over a 3-course dinner in a heated cabin. Savor cheese and charcuterie, an escalope of chicken and rich berry cheesecake, with plenty of time to take in the sights between courses.

Get acquainted with two iconic London monuments on a 4-hour tour of Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. While gaining fascinating insight into the royal history of Great Britain, you'll absorb the Gothic grandeur of Westminster Abbey's interior and head inside the Houses of Parliament - home to the renowned Big Ben - to see highlights like the House of Commons and Lord's Chamber. From your guide, you'll learn about the United Kingdom's political system and major historic events while touring the prominent landmarks.

Combine a ticket to The View from The Shard with a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. You'll see major London landmarks such as Tower Bridge and London Eye from these popular attractions. Gain admission to the city's highest viewing platform atop the tallest building in Western Europe. Then use your 24-hour pass for a hop-on, hop-off the river cruise departing from four piers.

Designed to orient first-time visitors, this 4-hour London walking tour allows you to explore England's capital in a small group limited to ten people. Traveling on public transport and on foot, you'll tick off top London attractions such as the Tower of London, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square. Plus, you'll witness a Changing of the Guard Ceremony outside of Buckingham Palace (on days the ceremony is performed). This tour does not offer interior visits of the sights.

Discover London's royal history and sights on a London tour by foot and boat. Start with an early access visit to the Tower of London to see the opening ceremony and Crown Jewels without the usual daytime crowds. Then, take to the water on a half-hour River Thames sightseeing cruise. Stroll to Horse Guard's Parade or Buckingham Palace to see the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and learn all about the British Royal Family from a knowledgeable local guide.

Discover the regal residences and rich royal history of London on a 3.5-hour sightseeing tour and Thames River cruise. With an accomplished guide, travel by luxury coach through the capital's most opulent areas to see majestic landmarks like Big Ben and Kensington Palace. Gaze at a traditional Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace and then climb aboard a boat for a tranquil cruise on the River Thames. Glide past iconic sights like the London Eye and the Tower of London and enjoy illuminating commentary as you sail.

If you've already explored London by foot and four wheels, get an entirely new perspective of England's capital city during a 25-minute helicopter ride. An extra-special option ideal for first-time visitors, this experience provides the best birds-eye views of London and creates the opportunity for spectacular photographs. Plus, pilot commentary ensures that don't miss glimpses of iconic London landmarks.

If you're seeking a quintessentially English experience, look no further than this 2.5-hour Sunday lunch cruise from Windsor. Ideal for couples and groups, the cruise combines a 3-course Sunday lunch menu with views of top London attractions such as the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Windsor Castle, an official residence of Her Majesty the Queen.

Combine admission to two popular London attractions: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. Learn about Elizabethan London on a guided tour of the reconstructed theater and see how Shakespeare's plays were staged at the Globe Exhibition. During a hop-on, hop-off river cruise, you'll view major landmarks such as Big Ben and London Eye.

Explore the world of Sherlock Holmes on a private tour through London. Visit all the famous filming locations from the hit BBC show and from the original series, including 221b Baker Street and famous London attractions like Big Ben and St. Paul's Cathedral. Listen to informative commentary from your guide about the history of London, the book and TV series, and the writer, Conan Doyle.

Return from your London vacation with personalized souvenirs following a private photography tour that uses the city's most iconic monuments as backdrops. Rather than facing the awkward task of asking strangers to take photographs of you, your photographer guide lines up the perfect shots and edits your photographs after the tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, this experience provides an easy way to orient yourself in England's bustling capital.

The British Museum is one of the UK's largest and most visited museums, chronicling over 2 million years of human history. Make the most of your visit on this 5.5-hour small-group tour, then marvel at London's historic monuments on a guided walking tour, including Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, and the Houses of Parliament.

Enjoy a delicious meal and be serenaded by live jazz on this relaxing 2.5-hour Sunday lunch cruise on the Thames River in London. Step aboard a comfortable sightseeing cruise boat and sip on a welcome drink as you sail by top London sights such as Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge and many other iconic landmarks. As you cruise, sit down to a delicious 3-course lunch and kick back to sparkling jazz classics including easy listening, Dixieland and trad jazz numbers played by a band of acclaimed musicians.

Discover the worlds of Sherlock Holmes and Jack the Ripper on a half-day London tour with your own private guide. See key filming locations from the popular BBC series 'Sherlock' and sites related to author Arthur Conan Doyle, and learn about Jack the Ripper as you stroll through Whitechapel. Travel on foot and by public transportation with commentary from your private guide, who tailors the itinerary to your interests.

Capture the infectious energy of London's South Bank on this 4-hour photography walking tour. Your professional photographer guide will show you how to adjust aperture, shutter speed and depth of field to snap candid portraits of the street entertainers and market vendors that line the River Thames. With tour places limited to six, you'll enjoy one-on-one tuition to help you achieve winning shots of landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben and St Paul's Cathedral.

Enjoy a personal, styled photoshoot at two of the world's most recognizable and iconic landmarks and capture amazing images of your London holiday. Work with professional photographers to plan your session and conceptualizing what images you want. Walk or take the tube as your photographers guides you to the best locations snapping candid and posed pictures along the way.

Combine admission to two popular London attractions: Sea Life London Aquarium and a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. Discover 400 species of sea creatures at 14 themed zones displaying different marine habitats. During a hop-on, hop-off river cruise, you'll view major landmarks such as Big Ben and London Eye. Cruise pass is valid for 24 hours and cruises depart every 30 minutes from four piers.

Appease an appetite for adventure during a 40-minute high-velocity cruise on London's Thames River. Greet your professional guide, climb aboard a state-of-the-art RIB (rigid inflatable boat) and prepare for the ride of a lifetime. Feel your adrenaline levels surge as you reach speeds of up to 35 miles (56 km) per hour, and then catch a glimpse of iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge, the O2 Arena and Canary Wharf as you zoom past at high speeds. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Combine admission to the Royal Observatory Greenwich with a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. Step inside the astronomical observatory to stand on the Prime Meridian of the World and experience the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Then see major London landmarks such as Big Ben and London Eye with a hop-on, hop-off river cruise. Your cruise ticket is valid for 24 hours and departs from four piers every 30 minutes.