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15 Best Tours In England

The ones worth booking.

The 15 most popular tours in England. The ones worth your time, what they cost, and what to expect on the day.

15 Best Tours In England

London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise - Getting Onboard: Mobile Ticket, QR Activation, and Audio You Can Trust

1.London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

Most Popular★ 3.5

A flexible London Big Bus hop-on hop-off ride with iconic stops plus optional Thames river cruise, Wi-Fi, and onboard audio in 7 languages.

“The people working for the bus tour were very nice and helpful, but there weren’t nearly enough buses running.We spent a lot of time waiting around in the cold. We didn’t make it to our main goal, which was Notting Hill because we were waiting so long in between bus arrivals. We also ended up…”

10,803 reviews3 hours 35 minutes (approx.)From $39.77by Big Bus London

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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Where you start and how you’ll experience the route

2.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★ 5.0

London small-group pub walk with four traditional stops, City and Fleet Street stories, Dickens lore, and optional pints along the way.

“MARK was a fabulous tour guide! In addition to seeing four gorgeous pubs, he filled in with so much history. 100% recommend!”

10,422 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $40.22by Liquid History Tours

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Beatles Magical Mystery Tour

Beatles Magical Mystery Tour - Ringoland and Penny Lane: the photo stops that set the tone

3.Beatles Magical Mystery Tour

★ 5.0

A Beatles-themed coach tour around Liverpool with photo stops at Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, John and Paul’s childhood streets, and Cavern Club entry.

“Wonderful , enchanting , funny informative . We had Del and Steve . Took us 2 hours to go around the Beatles tour .. it was really good fun . I would recommend it .”

9,266 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $30.44by Beatles Magical Mystery Tour

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Liverpool: “Blue Route” – City & Beatles Tour

Liverpool: "Blue Route" - City & Beatles Tour - City sights first: from a quirky pub to major cathedrals

London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision - Meeting at Whitechapel Gallery and getting oriented fast

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour – Guided Tour of London

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour - Guided Tour of London - Borough Market to Trafalgar Square: how the guide turns London streets into movie cues

6.Original Harry Potter Locations Tour – Guided Tour of London

★ 5.0

A 2-hour guided London walk that mixes Harry Potter film locations, trivia games, and iconic sights from Borough Market to Covent Garden.

“Not only was the experience great for the Potter fans in our group, but the tour guide also included London landmarks and historical facts that made the excursion interesting for everyone.”

4,117 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $16.64by See Your City

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Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transport from London

Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transport from London - The Warner Bros Studio Tour London Experience: Sets and Effects You Can Actually Walk Past

7.Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transport from London

★ 4.5

Round-trip coach from London to the Warner Bros Studio Tour with ticket included. Explore four hours of Harry Potter sets, effects, and Platform 9¾.

“My children had an amazing time. The material displayed gave insight in to how the films were made. Avoid the hot dogs and chicken burgers lol”

3,821 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $117.25by Premium Tours

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Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows Tour : Guided Tour with Boat Ride

Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows Tour : Guided Tour with Boat Ride - Royal Parks creeps: safe nighttime walking with big-city context

8.Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows Tour : Guided Tour with Boat Ride

★ 4.5

Join a London ghost tour with a Thames cruise. Walk royal parks, hear haunting tales, and spot landmarks like the Tower of London at night.

“Great stories and a different look at London. Arne was a great story teller, his body language and facial expressions enhanced the story telling experience. He also had some good recommendations for other things to do in London.”

3,212 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $29.96by See Your City

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Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour

Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour - Meeting at Victoria Coach Station and What the Coach Ride Feels Like

9.Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour

★ 4.5

A single Kent day trip from London: Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral guided tour, and White Cliffs of Dover by coach with headset.

“While Viator is usually a good bet, I wouldn’t recommend the partnered tour provider, Evan Evans. I was extremely disappointed with the customer service. I woke up ill the morning of the tour, requested a partial refund and wasn’t offered anything, despite going on another tour with them 2 days prior with our friends we…”

2,820 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $145.63by Evan Evans Tours

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The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab - Meeting up and getting into the right rhythm

10.The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

★ 5.0

Private 4-hour black cab tour with central London hotel pickup, photo stops, and driver guide. See Westminster to markets.

“Jim was an incredible tour guide - knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. We covered so much ground in just a few hours - seeing sites both obvious and obscure. Jim took photos of us - thankfully! What an incredible experience for first-timers in London.”

2,737 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $553.38by Black Cab Heritage Tours

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London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option - Westminster Abbey and Parliament: perfect for photos, not a deep visit

11.London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

★ 4.5

See London’s top sights fast: Changing of the Guard, St. Paul’s, Tower of London, and a Thames cruise, plus Harrods or the London Eye.

“John, our guide, was very good however it was hard to hear him at times while outside. A Voxbox would have been nice. Isaac was our driver, he did a great job!”

2,672 reviews4 to 9 hours (approx.)From $95.29by Premium Tours

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Shrewsbury Prison Guided Tour

Shrewsbury Prison Guided Tour - Why an Ex-Prison Officer Guide Changes Everything

12.Shrewsbury Prison Guided Tour

★ 5.0

Ex-officer guided tour through Shrewsbury Prison: 1793-era wings, execution room, and pillory demo. About 1.5–2 hours.

“a great experience all over and the history of these places are daunting. it makes you realise the importance of staying on the right side of the law.”

2,628 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $34.67by Shrewsbury Prison

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Up at The O2: Daytime Climb with Guided Tour with Panoramic Views

Up at The O2: Daytime Climb with Guided Tour with Panoramic Views - The climb itself: 170-foot height, up to 28 degrees, and steady pacing

Liverpool City Sights Hop On Hop Off City Tour – 24hr Ticket

Liverpool City Sights Hop On Hop Off City Tour - 24hr Ticket - The Route: Stop-by-Stop What You’ll Get Out of It

14.Liverpool City Sights Hop On Hop Off City Tour – 24hr Ticket

★ 4.5

See Beatles sights and Liverpool landmarks on a 24-hour hop-on bus with top or bottom deck and a free bubbly at Philharmonic.

“Ended up upgrading to the Beetles blue line tour. This hop on hop off was very affordable because you got the route to see must see places in Liverpool regarding the Beetles and then you were able to get off and do the hop on hop off of Liverpool. Truly got a very good perspective…”

2,555 reviews50 minutes (approx.)From $19.42by Liverpool City Sights

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Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option

Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option - Corpus Christi and Queens’ College: the quieter stories with sharper edges

15.Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option

★ 5.0

Graduate-led Cambridge college walk with King’s College Chapel upgrade. See Corpus Clock, The Backs, Trinity, St John’s, and more.

“Really great tour - despite inclement weather. Arushi was so friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining. Would definitely recommend this tour with her.”

2,336 reviews1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $33.29by Cambridge Alumni Tours

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