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The London Pass®
Go City London Explorer Pass: 2 to 7 Attractions including Tower of London
| Our recommendations | Greenwich Day Pass Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass | The London Pass The London Pass® | Explorer Pass Go City London Explorer Pass: 2 to 7 Attractions including Tower of London |
|---|---|---|---|
| Option | Focused Greenwich pass | Day-based city pass | Attraction-choice pass |
| Visit structure | Cutty Sark and Royal Observatory | 1 to 10 days, depending on option | Choose 2 to 7 attractions |
| Best suited to | A Greenwich-focused day | A packed sightseeing itinerary | A flexible shortlist of visits |
| Best for | An itinerary that matches the Greenwich Day Pass inclusions | An itinerary that matches the The London Pass inclusions | Choosing a set number of attractions flexibly |
Compare London attraction pass types
London attractions passes are designed for different sightseeing styles. Before choosing one, decide whether you want to fit in as many visits as possible over a set number of days, select a fixed number of attractions at your own pace, or focus on one area of the city.
Choose The London Pass for a full sightseeing schedule
The London Pass is a day-based pass. You choose a pass duration and can visit attractions and activities covered by the pass during that period. It is best suited to travellers who have a busy itinerary and want to group several eligible visits into consecutive sightseeing days. Depending on the current pass conditions, additional benefits may include hop-on hop-off bus access or specific entry arrangements at selected attractions. Check the included benefits before booking.
Choose the Go City London Explorer Pass for flexibility
The Go City London Explorer Pass is an attraction-based option rather than a day-based one. It lets you choose between two and seven attractions from its eligible list, making it a practical choice when you have a shorter wish list or prefer to spread your visits more selectively. The selection includes the Tower of London among its available attractions.
Choose a specialist pass for a focused visit
If Greenwich is a priority, the Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass concentrates on key sites in that area, including the Cutty Sark and Royal Observatory. It also comes with interactive audio guides for those two visits. This type of multi attraction pass in London is better for a planned day in one district than for citywide sightseeing.
If you would rather reserve individual visits, compare London Eye tickets or Madame Tussauds London tickets separately.
Tickets and activities
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Go City London Explorer Pass: 2 to 7 Attractions including Tower of London
The London Pass®
Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass
London Royal Pass
London City Card
London: Family Pass
The Greenwich Bundle
How to choose the right London pass attractions
Start with a realistic list of the places you genuinely want to visit. A day-based pass makes most sense when you plan a concentrated sightseeing schedule and are comfortable organising several visits within the selected pass period. An attraction-based pass is more suitable when you would rather choose a limited number of highlights without building your itinerary around consecutive days.
A specialist pass serves a different purpose. The Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass is centred on Cutty Sark and the Royal Observatory, so it is best chosen when those are already part of your plans. It should not be treated as a citywide alternative to a broader London pass.
Check the attraction list before committing
Each pass has its own eligible attractions and activities. The London Pass provides access to a broad range of London visits, while the Explorer Pass works through a selected number of attraction choices. A pass does not automatically cover every attraction in London: reserve separate tickets for visits outside the pass you choose.
When comparing options, focus on the specific attractions you intend to visit rather than choosing a pass solely because it has a long list. This helps you avoid paying for a format that does not match your plans.
Plan reservations around your chosen pass
Some attractions may have their own booking requirements. Once you have chosen a pass, review the visit instructions for each attraction you want to include and organise your itinerary accordingly. This is particularly important when your schedule depends on fitting several visits into a limited number of pass days.
London attraction passes are for sightseeing entries and activities. They are different from Oyster cards and Travelcards, which relate to transport rather than attraction admission.
London attraction pass prices: compare value and inclusions
Greenwich Day Pass, The London Pass and Explorer Pass bundle different attractions, transport or validity periods. Compare the current price against the places you genuinely plan to use rather than the number of benefits advertised.
A pass offers better value only when its included access matches your itinerary. Check the live price and current availability before buying.
If you are planning more sightseeing in London, you can also compare Tower of London tickets before finalising your schedule.
London attraction passes: on-the-day, next-day and last-minute availability
If you want to buy and use the pass on the day, check the current availability and activation conditions before paying. For tomorrow, review the options shown for your planned date. Any attraction reservations included with the pass may have separate availability.
FAQ — London Attraction Passes
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Which London attraction pass should you choose?
Choose The London Pass if you want to schedule several eligible visits across a selected number of days. Choose the Go City London Explorer Pass if you prefer to select a set number of attractions. Choose a specialist pass, such as the Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass, for a focused itinerary in one area.
What attractions are included in The London Pass?
The London Pass covers a broad selection of London attractions and activities, with the exact options shown in its current attraction list. It also includes 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus access. Check that your priority visits are covered before choosing a pass duration.
What is the difference between The London Pass and the Explorer Pass?
The London Pass is based on the number of days you choose, while the Go City London Explorer Pass is based on the number of attractions you select. The first suits a fuller day-by-day sightseeing plan; the second suits a more selective itinerary.
Is a London attraction pass worth it?
It can be worthwhile when the eligible attractions match the places you genuinely plan to visit. Compare your intended itinerary with each pass's attraction list and choose a format that fits your sightseeing pace.
Do attractions require advance reservations?
Some attractions may have their own booking requirements. Review the visit instructions for each attraction you plan to include after selecting your pass, especially when organising several visits within a limited schedule.
How much do London attraction passes cost?
Prices vary by validity period and the attractions, transport or benefits included. Compare the pass against the places you actually plan to use and check the current price before buying.