Frequency
Every 20 mins on the Red and Blue routes. Every 30 mins on the Orange route.
Live Guides;
English speaking live guides operate on many of our open top buses. To travel with a live guide for a complete loop, please board the bus at London Eye, Belvedere Road, SE1 7NA on the hour***.
Departure points:
You can join the tour from any of our multiple stops. Each of our stops will be clearly signposted with the words Golden Tours sitting below the Transport for London bus stop logo. Each bus stop will also display its stop number. Bus stop numbers can be found in the timetable link.
An alternative way to find each bus stop is to use what3words. This will pinpoint a 3 metre square box where you will find each. The words to use can be found here
Frequency
Buses run every 20 minutes
To view the latest service information please click here.
Venue Information:
Westfield London Shopping Centre, Ariel Way, London W12 7GA
KidZania London is just a short walk away from the following tube stations: Shepherd's Bush and White City (Central Line), Wood Lane and Shepherd's Bush Market (Hammersmith & City Line).
Shepherd's Bush station is served by TFL Overground and Southern trains between East Croydon and Watford Junction.
Please note:
Contactless temperature checks will be in place upon entry to KidZania. Anyone that displays a temperature higher than 37.8 degrees will not be admitted, and we reserve the right to deny entry to the whole party. We will be able to reschedule your visit should this happen
Children aged 7 or under can only enter KidZania if accompanied by an adult (18+) all times
One way ticket with 24hrs and return ticket with 48hrs bus ticket.
Operated by City Cruises
Boats leave every 30 minutes from: Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa
Your ticket will be valid for one way journey only and not for a return trip.
Your one way boat ride ticket is valid from:
-Westminster Pier to Tower Millennium Pier or vice versa.
River Cruise Route Map and Timetable
Open All Year except 24, 25, 26 December and 1st January.
Jack the Ripper Walking Tour
Start time: 3:30pm daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish time: 5pm
Departure Point and Directions: Exit Tower Hill Station, London and wait at the Ice Cream Refreshments stand next to the station exit
Return Location: Near Liverpool Street Underground Station
Royal Walking Tour
Start time: 10am daily (Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time)
Finish: 12pm
Departure Point: Tourist Bus Stop outside The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Gate, SW1A 1AA (Nearest underground station: Victoria and Green Park)
Return Point: Westminster Abbey (Nearest underground station: Westminster Station)
Treat your kids to a fun and inspiring experience at the child-size city KidZania London and discover the best sites of London with our hop-on hop-off London bus tour. As an added bonus, this fantastic package includes a free walking tour in London and a 24-hour ticket for a hop-on hop-off boat ride along the Thames!
KidZania Located in Westfield Shopping Centre in White City, west London, KidZania is a highly interactive, fun and stimulating attraction for children aged 4 to 14. During their 4-hour long timeslot they’ll get to experience a multitude of professions as well as many exciting activities in this mini indoor city. From the Children’s Intelligence Agency (the other CIA) to the Fire & Rescue Unit and Hospital, the range of activities is as varied as it is inspiring.
Upon arrival, all visitors will receive security bracelets – the children’s ones can only be removed with parental permission. Children aged 8 and above can explore KidZania without any parental supervision, meaning you can relax and shop while your little ones are left to their own devices to run this city.
New – KidZania Acting Academy Ideal for those who like to make people laugh, the Kidding Around Comedy Club at KidZania's Acting Academy is not to be missed! This fantastic activity is a chance for visitors to write, rehearse and perform their own jokes - all with a bit of help and training from the Academy's resident comedian. Friends and family can watch the live performances of what is sure to be a barrel of laughs!
New – Pokémon Creative Studio Pokémon fans rejoice: the Pokémon Creative Studio has reopened at KidZania, giving kids the option of 2 unique job roles. Trading card designers will get to design their very own Pokémon trading card by using game design software. They’ll also be able to print their card as a souvenir! Animators will create a short stop motion film through the use of cameras and editing software, bringing their imagination to life!
Christmas at KidZania The countdown to Christmas is on and from Sunday 1st December KidZania will be kicking off its very own Christmas season with the opening of its giant advent calendar! Kids will have the chance to earn a Christmas degree (a guarantee to get on Santa’s nice list) at Elf School, help Santa deliver gifts around the city at the Christmas Courier and even sing their hearts out with some Carol Singing.
Hop-on Hop-off London Bus Tour – 24-hour Ticket See London at your own pace with a little help from our unmissable hop-on hop-off open top bus tour. For a 24-hour period you can enjoy amazing views and explore the very best of this city by hopping on and off our buses as much as you like – simply take your pick from the various routes we offer. With 60+ stops spread all over central London, our routes are all you need to get around the British capital with ease! The Routes:
You can use any of the routes available:
The Classic Tour (Blue route): Covers all the main Central London sights and visits London’s Museum Quarter.
The Essential Tour (Red route): Passes Madame Tussauds and Kings Cross, as well as Hyde Park and Regents Park, two of the prettiest parks in London.
The Museum Tour (Orange route): Explore London's world-famous museums with the Museum Tour and along the way pass by the beautiful Royal Albert Hall, Harrods and Buckingham Palace.
The Morning and Evening Drop off Service (Yellow and Green routes): Operating in the morning and late afternoon, this route travels from the popular hotel districts to Central London.
Click here to see Hop on Hop off map and timetable.
River Thames Boat Ride
Enjoy an enthralling sightseeing cruise along the heart of London’s River Thames with this City Cruises boat ride. Departing from Westminster taking you to Tower Millennium Pier, or vice versa, you’ll get to soak in panoramic views of the capital’s most iconic landmarks for a sightseeing experience like no other! Discover fascinating facts as you cruise with live commentary from the captain or audio guide.
River Cruise Route Map and Timetable
Free Walking Tours
Enjoy the Jack The Ripper Walking Tour and/or the Coronation Walking Tour as part of your sightseeing day out in London. Learn about King Charles’ Coronation and coronations of the past as well as interesting facts about members of the royal family. On your 2-hour tour, you’ll also visit fantastic royal sites and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Or why not play detective by travelling back to Victorian London to investigate the morbid murders carried out by infamous Jack the Ripper. See where vital clues were found and learn more about his victims and possible suspects.