Despite being one of the world’s busiest capital cities, London is surprisingly bike-friendly, and the cycle bug has caught on with commuters and tourists alike. Here are your options for exploring London by bicycle.
Highlights
Spot iconic London landmarks including St Paul’s Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, and the Tower of London on a Central London bike tour.
Take a London royal parks bike tour, watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, and enjoy biking around Hyde Park.
Explore London neighborhoods like Covent Garden, London Bridge, or the East End without having to navigate the public transport system.
Take a sunset bike tour along the Thames River and admire London attractions such as Big Ben, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge illuminated by night.
During the holidays, marvel at London’s Christmas lights on a festive-themed evening bike tour.
Opt for a private or small-group bike tour and enjoy extra attention from your tour guide.
Pedal around the sights in style on this small-group, 3.5-hour bike tour of central London. Hop on board your classic English Pashley bicycle and follow your guide down quiet backstreets, past famous landmarks and along the banks of the Thames River. Take in iconic sights like Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Westminster, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Southbank and Covent Garden, then get off-the-beaten-track as you discover the street art of Banksy and even have a go at your own graffiti tag.
Discover the history and diversity of London by bike on a sightseeing tour. Led by a guide, pedal past the city's top sites, including Covent Garden, Buckingham Palace, Westminster, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Trafalgar Square. Along the way, learn about the city’s colorful history — the glorious, the infamous, and everything in between.
Instead of buying expensive guidebooks and spending hours online, get to know London by exploring it with your own guide on this private tour of the city. There’s no need to wear down the soles of your shoes walking around, either – on this tour, get around the city on your own electric bike. See a range of city landmarks and significant buildings and stop for photos at places like Buckingham Palace, London Bridge, and Shakespeare’s Globe.
Discover the beauty and history of Royal London by bike on a morning or afternoon city tour. Enjoy a guided ride through Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, and St. James's Park. Cruise by the stately monuments such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, and view royal sites like Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, and the Princess Diana Memorial. Along the way, learn about London’s rich history and contemporary culture.
Have fun while covering a lot of ground on this cycling tour of London. You’ll see much more than you would on a walking tour, and get a much closer view of the attractions than you would on a bus tour. Pass parks, palaces, battle sites, and the iconic Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and much more. Along the way your guide will tell you entertaining stories about London and its history.
Go sightseeing in London without the hassle of traffic jams and crowded trains on this half-day afternoon bike tour that takes in many top attractions. Ideal for first-time visitors who enjoy biking, this tour rides by major destinations including Kensington Palace, Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben. Stop regularly for photo ops and hear live commentary from your guide along the way.
Enjoy a peaceful bike ride without any traffic to worry about as you travel beside a river, away from main roads. This tour is perfect for travelers interested in seeing historic and off the beaten track sights, such as old cottages, a waterwheel, a 17th-century pub, and beautiful parks. Listen to fascinating historical insights from a guide who has lived in the area over 20 years, and get an insider’s guide to secret spots that locals love.
Go on Original Harry Potter Locations tour of London. Follow a guide along through Soho to see the Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square, and hear movie trivia as you go. You’ll also take a fun quiz to test your own movie knowledge.
Experience London’s traditional drinking scene on this afternoon pub crawl. Accompany your guide on a fun and educational tour in and around the city, where you’ll visit at least four historic pubs and taste different brews (own expense). Pop into centuries-old ale houses, see literary haunts favored by writers like Charles Dickens, and learn about local drinking culture through the ages.
Experience London beneath the atmospheric cloak of evening on a sunset bicycle tour with a knowledgeable guide. Discover all of the English capital’s iconic landmarks as you cycle at a leisurely pace past Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Houses of Parliament. Marvel at the illuminated majesty of Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Gain fascinating insight into the city’s intriguing historical heritage and receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.
Enjoy great savings to top London attractions with the London Explorer Pass by Go City, a sightseeing credits package that lets you redeem credits and gain entrance to your choice of attractions. Get a pass with two, three, four, five, six or seven attraction credits. 1 credit = 1 attraction visit. Choose where to redeem your Explorer credits from a list of London’s most popular spots such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, City Cruises Thames River Pass, and more.
Sitting in London traffic on a tour bus is no fun, so see the city’s sights in an active and enjoyable way on this bike tour, which covers lesser-known London attractions. Cycle through the vibrant West End, past renowned theater The Old Vic, the 15th-century Lambeth Palace, and the colorful shops and cafes of Lower Marsh. Delve into luxurious London in Mayfair, replete with exclusive clubs and hotels, and pedal past the historic Horse Guards Parade and Carnaby Street, Soho's beating heart.
Immerse yourself in the magic of the season with an evening Christmas lights bike tour through London! For a whimsical three hours, pedal past main attractions like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye bedecked in color and light. Take in the dazzle of Oxford Street blanketed in fairy lights, Covent Garden Christmas Market and Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.
Explore the main attractions along London’s central riverside on this half-day Thames River bike tour. On this small-group excursion, see the world-famous sites that flank the river, including Big Ben, Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, cross the Tower Bridge and indulge in international delicacies at Borough Market. As you ride, enjoy interesting commentary about the city's rich and extensive history.
The Gin Safari takes you on a juniper-fuelled jaunt across London to reveal a story of gritty social history and the city’s turbulent affair with its favourite tipple.
As we wobble our way around picturesque Dickensian architecture, libations of ‘mothers ruin’ will be served from our GinCycle™, a rickety Victorian gin parlour on wheels.
The Gin Safari celebrates the eccentric and all that is best about the British. Think of it as a liquid history lesson on bicycles, with laughs and banter along the way.
Expect a gentle cycle, bustling food markets, colourful graffiti, fabulous views, interesting insights, crude jokes, and, of course, plenty of gin tasting!
Discover many of London’s top royal landmarks, all in one day—and learn about the royal family’s history of scandal and intrigue as you go—on this private cycling tour. Meet your guide near Waterloo Station, grab your bike and helmet, and set off on two wheels. In between discovering regal highlights like Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace, you’ll see other top London sights—and hear about decades of royal gossip.
See the best of London without having to worry about navigating public transport on a private bike tour that lets you customize your own itinerary. Designed with first-time visitors in mind, this tour helps you safely explore London’s bicycle network without having to make regular stops to check the map. Plus, you can choose from several start times that suit your schedule.
Avoid the crowds and still see all the top tourist destinations and iconic sights of London on this e-bike tour around the center of the capital. See historic monuments and buildings like Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. Cycle past Buckingham Palace, share the road with red Routemaster buses and black cabs, and visit famous parks and neighborhoods like Soho, Bloomsbury, and Knightsbridge.
Taste the best of London’s eclectic food scene when you explore the city’s markets and street food—and enjoy an active way to explore—on this two-in-one tasting and biking tour. Meet your guide in Southwark before lunch, grab your rental bike (own expense), and set off with a small group. As you work your way north to Camden, you’ll stop to indulge in everything from burgers to halloumi fries, ice cream, and beyond.
Enjoy an interactive and engaging way to explore London and discover its highlight attractions—this two-in-one smartphone walking tour and scavenger hunt offers a new way to see the city. Upon booking, download the app, and set off at a time that works best for you. You’ll be prompted to solve a series of puzzles and brain teasers along the way, all while learning the stories behind the sights.
The magnificent Hampton Court Palace is the former home of Henry VIII, set along the banks of the River Thames in the London Borough of Richmond. On this tour, enjoy stunning views of the historic palace as you cycle around the palace grounds, explore the royal Bushy Park and Hampton Court Park, and stop at landmarks including Eisenhower's WWII base and Long Water.
Swerve through traffic, avoid crowded public transit, and give your feet a well-deserved break on a 5-hour cycling tour. Together with your small group, discover a long list of the city’s most iconic landmarks in a short amount of time. Follow your guide on a provided hybrid bike (with helmet) past Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and much more. Make frequent stops along the way to ask questions and take photos.
Discover the darker side of historic London as you pedal past city landmarks and ancient monuments on this "Sin and Salvation" bike tour. Saddle up for a thrilling tour of the City of London and the East End, stopping to take a peek at the famous Borough Market, snap photos of Tower Bridge, and admire views along the Thames. Along the way, hear stories of ancient London, see where the Mayflower departed for the New World, embark on a graveyard tour, and end with a drink at a local brewery.
Largely flat, with pedal-friendly parks and a network of cycle lanes, central London is a great destination to explore by bike. Leave route planning to the experts when you join this small-group tour, on a comfortable 16-gear bike: your guide will lead the way down quiet and scenic byways. The 6-mile (10-kilometer) route covers many London signatures, including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square.