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London City Pass
One pass. Unlimited city.
London has three city pass options aimed at tourists: the London Pass (All-Inclusive, by Go City), the Go City Explorer Pass, and the Merlin London Attractions Pass. Each suits a different type of trip. This page covers what each one includes, how they're priced, and which makes sense depending on how many days you have and which attractions are on your list.
Everything in the pass
What's included
London Pass – All-Inclusive
Access to 80+ attractions including the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, and Windsor Castle. Runs on consecutive calendar days. The 2-day Hop-on Hop-off bus and a Thames river pass are included automatically.
Go City Explorer Pass
Choose two to seven specific attractions from a list of 80–90 options. You have 60 days from first use to redeem all your picks. Better suited to visitors with a clear shortlist than those cramming a packed daily schedule.
No Tube or bus included
None of London's three city passes include the Underground, Overground, Elizabeth line, or buses. Budget separately for an Oyster card or contactless travel – a daily Travelcard costs around £15.
Tower of London included
The Tower of London (individual ticket: approximately £37) is included in both the London Pass All-Inclusive and the Go City Explorer Pass. It's the single highest-value venue – one visit nearly covers a third of a 1-day pass.
Free nationals not covered
The British Museum, National Gallery, Natural History Museum, V&A, Tate Modern, and Science Museum are all free to enter and are not part of any city pass. Passes only add value for paid attractions.
Where to buy
London Pass All-Inclusive and Go City Explorer Pass: or Merlin Attractions Pass: or All passes are digital and activate on first use.
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City Pass pricing
London Pass – 1 day
1 consecutive day
£99
- Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, The Shard
- 2-day Hop-on Hop-off bus included
- Thames river pass included
- Break-even with three attractions
London Pass – 2 days
2 consecutive days
£139
- 80+ attractions across both days
- Tower of London + Westminster Abbey + London Eye
- Kensington Palace, St Paul's Cathedral
- Hop-on Hop-off bus and Thames cruise included
- Best value for a standard London city break
London Pass – 6 days
6 consecutive days
£229
- Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace
- Kew Gardens, London Zoo
- Stadium tours: Emirates, Wembley, Twickenham
- The King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace
- Best for first-time visitors covering outer London
Prices as of our research and subject to change — see What's included above for where to buy each option, and the FAQs below for more details.
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Common questions
FAQs
Is the London Pass worth buying?
Yes, if you're planning a packed 1–3 day sightseeing trip to paid landmarks. The 1-day pass costs £99; the Tower of London (£37), Westminster Abbey (£30), and The Shard (£29.95) already total £96.95 before adding the included Hop-on Hop-off bus and Thames cruise. For slow travellers or those mainly visiting free museums, it offers less value.
Does the London Pass include the Tube?
No. None of London's city passes – the London Pass, Go City Explorer, or Merlin Pass – include Underground, bus, or rail travel. You'll need a separate Oyster card or contactless payment for transport. A Zone 1–2 daily Travelcard costs around £15, or you can cap your contactless spend at roughly the same rate.
What's the difference between the London Pass and the Go City Explorer Pass?
The London Pass All-Inclusive bundles 80+ attractions on consecutive calendar days – best for a packed schedule. The Explorer Pass lets you choose two to seven specific attractions with 60 days to use them all – better if you want flexibility or only have four or five venues on your list. If you're only visiting three or four major paid sights, the Explorer Pass often works out cheaper.
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