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London Pass Comparison 2026: An Overview of All Passes – Which One Is Worth It?

Christoph Erkens

- Zuletzt aktualisiert: 20. May 2026

If you’re visiting London and planning to see classic attractions like the Tower of London, the London Eye, or Westminster Abbey, you’ll soon find yourself wondering: Is a combo ticket worth it—and if so, which one?

There are currently four different London Passes, which vary significantly in price, scope, and usage. To save you the trouble of searching, we’ve taken a close look at all four and will show you which pass suits your travel style in this 2026 London Pass comparison.

Which London Pass is right for you? At a glance:

Are you looking for a London Pass for 2, 3, 4, or 5 days in London and want to see as many highlights as possible? → Get The London Pass. Over 100 attractions, a hop-on bus, and a boat tour included—all in one package.
Do you want to explore London at your own pace and visit just 2–7 specific highlights? → The London Explorer Pass is the right choice for you. You have 2 months to choose exactly what interests you from 90 attractions.
Are you traveling with kids and want to combine Madame Tussauds, the London Eye, and more? → The London Attractions Pass starting at €59 is the most affordable option—ideal for families.
Do you also want to experience London with an exclusive Harry Potter tour? → Then the Turbopass London, featuring ~15 attractions and themed city tours, is worth checking out.

London Pass Comparison 2026: Comparison Chart – Which Is the Best London Pass?

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	⭐ Our Top Pick The London Pass	Most Flexible London Explorer Pass	Great for Families Attractions Pass	Harry Potter Tour London Turbopass
Price (from)	£79or £109 (Plus)	£69	£50	£109
General Info
Provider	GoCity	GoCity	Merlin Entertainments	Turbopass / City Pass
Validity	1–5 days	2 months	3 months	1–7 days
Attractions included	100+	2–7 (choose from 90)	2–5	15
Delivery	Digital via email	Digital via email	Digital via email	Digital via email
Top Attractions Included
London Eye	✔	✔	✔	extra charge
Tower of London	✔	✔	✘	✔
The Shard	✔	✔	✘	✔
Westminster Abbey	✔	✔	✘	✔
Madame Tussauds	✔	✔	✔	✔
Tower Bridge	✔	✔	✘	✘
London Dungeon	✘	✔	✔	✔
Services & Extras
Hop-on Hop-off Bus	✔	✔	✔	✔
Thames River Cruise	✔	✔	✘	✔
Harry Potter Tour	✘	✘	✘	✔
Public Transit (Tube)	✘	✘	✘	✘
Highlights	All-inclusive with 100+ attractions – perfect for seeing as much as possible. Hop-on bus & river cruise included. Money-back guarantee.	Maximum flexibility: pick 2–7 attractions from 90 options, valid for 2 months. No rushing required.	Best value entry point: top Merlin attractions (Madame Tussauds, London Eye, London Dungeon & more). Valid for 3 months. Great for families.	15 attractions + exclusive Harry Potter London Tour. Themed city walks covering film & music. Available for 1–7 days.
	Book Pass	Book Pass	Book Pass	–

London Pass: Where to buy?

All four London Passes are available exclusively online—none of them require in-person pickup.

The London Pass & Explorer Pass: Directly from GoCity or via GetYourGuide (free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance)
Attractions Pass: Via GetYourGuide
Turbopass: Directly from the Turbopass provider

What exactly is a London City Pass?

A London City Pass is a digital multi-attraction ticket that gives you access to several attractions at once—for a total price that’s usually cheaper than buying individual tickets.

Depending on the version, additional services such as bus tours, boat tours, audio guides, or guided city tours are included.

Is the London Pass Worth It? Our Experience

The London Pass is worth it and makes sense if you…

want to visit at least 2–3 paid attractions
are visiting London for the first time and want to check off the classics
are traveling during peak season and want to avoid long wait times
are spending several days in the city

On the other hand, a London Pass is less practical if you…

only have one or two specific destinations in mind
are mainly visiting the free highlights (museums, parks, markets)
have already booked individual tickets

🏙️ For reference: Many of London’s highlights are free to visit—the British Museum, the National Gallery, Hyde Park, and the Tate Modern, for example. A pass is only worth it for the paid attractions such as the Tower of London, the London Eye, or The Shard.

Is there a London Pass that includes public transportation and an Oyster Card?

Short answer: No. None of the four passes includes use of London’s public transportation (Tube, bus, Overground).

For Tube travel, we recommend the Visitor Oyster Card—a prepaid card that you can purchase online in advance or directly at the airport. Alternatively, most London public transportation services also accept contactless payment via credit card or smartphone directly at the reader.

Pass	Transportation Included?
The London Pass	✘ (Hop-on-Bus included)
London Explorer Pass	✘ (Hop-on-Bus optional)
London Attractions Pass	✘ (Hop-on-Bus optional)
Turbopass London	✘ (Hop-on-Bus optional)

The London Pass: The best London Pass for 2, 3, 4, or 5 days in London

Visit as many sights as you like & can manage
Over 100 attractions & tours
1-Day Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Pass + Boat Tour
Admission to the London Eye, the Tower of London, The Shard, ...
Valid for 1–5 days
Digital Passport for Your Smartphone
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
Starting at €94 or €130

"This is the perfect city pass for anyone who wants to see as many of London's highlights and attractions as possible."

Christoph

London-Redakteur

If you want to see as many sights as possible during your visit to London, The London Pass® is a must-have. This pass from GoCity offers the most comprehensive selection in this category.

The package includes more than 100 attractions and tours—from the major classics to lesser-known hidden gems. It also includes a one-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour through the city and a cruise on the Thames, both of which are included as standard. Available for 1 to 5 days.

London Pass: What’s included?

The London Pass from GoCity includes the following attractions:

London Eye Tickets
Tower of London Tickets
The Shard Tickets
Tower Bridge Tickets
Westminster Abbey Tickets
Madame Tussauds London
Windsor Castle (in the afternoon)
Stadion Touren (Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, Wembley)
Royal Albert Hall
Buckingham Palace (with Kings Gallery)
Frameless - Immersive Art Experience
Hampton Court Palace

Hop on Hop off-Bus-Tour
Boat ride on the Thames
St. Paul's Cathedral Tickets
London Zoo
Royal Observatory Greenwich
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
City tour
London Transport Museum
Cutty Sark
Kensington Palace
London Food Walking Tour
Historic Pub Tour of London

London Pass: What’s not included?

Unfortunately, none of the London City Passes include access to public transportation (subway, bus, etc.). For this, we recommend purchasing the Visitor Oyster Card (which you can buy on-site or order in advance online from the Visit Britain Shop and have it shipped to your home)—a prepaid card that you can top up with travel credit.

The London Pass: Price & Cost Table 2026

	Adult (16 and older)	Children (5–15)	Infants (0–4)
1-Day	130 €	94 €	kostenlos
2 Days	184 €	124 €	kostenlos
3 Days	226 €	148 €	kostenlos
4 Days	250 €	166 €	kostenlos
5 Days	274 €	178 €	kostenlos

Note: The daily rate decreases with longer durations—those who book 4 or 5 days pay the least per day.

Here’s why you should choose this pass:

Fully digital—no ticket counter, no need to pick up a pass
Money-back guarantee if you save less than you paid
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your trip
Easy management via the Go City app

How does the “London Pass” work? A 4-step Guide:

1

Purchase the pass and receive a confirmation email: Select the number of days you want to use the pass and the specific dates you’d like to use it. You can choose between 1 and 5 days. Pay for the pass and you’ll receive a booking confirmation via email.

2

Download the app to your phone and sync it with your pass: Now download the Go City app from your smartphone’s app store. Enter the confirmation number you received via email after purchase into the app. This will sync the app with your personal pass. Don’t worry: this does not activate the pass.

3

Select, combine, and, if necessary, reserve your desired itinerary: You can now start putting together your personal sightseeing itinerary for your time in London. You can visit most attractions spontaneously, but for a few attractions, a reservation is required even if you have the pass. So, if necessary, reserve your visit via the app.

4

Activate the pass by presenting it at the first attraction: Once you’re in London, simply show your pass on your smartphone at the entrance to your first selected attraction. This will activate the pass.

Pros and cons of “The London Pass”:

The widest possible selection of attractions (100)
Save up to 50% compared to individual tickets
Guaranteed savings, or your money back
Flexible cancellation policy: at least 24 hours in advance
Flexibility: Valid for 1 to 5 days
Convenient use and, if necessary, reservations via the app
Digital ticket for your phone—no need to pick it up in person

Who should consider getting “The London Pass”?

It’s worth it for anyone who…

It’s not worth it for everyone who…

Is the “London Pass” valid for 24 hours or per calendar day?

The pass is valid per calendar day, not for 24 hours from the time of activation.

Tip: That’s why you should get out and about in the city early on the days you use the pass, so you can get the most out of this multi-attraction ticket.

How does “The London Pass” differ from the “London Explorer Pass”?

With The London Pass, you should see as much as possible in a short amount of time and move quickly throughout the day to get the most out of your pass. That’s because you pay a fixed price per day and can then visit as many highlights as you like from the list of 100 attractions and tours.
The London Explorer Pass works differently: This pass isn’t limited to one day or two days, etc., but is valid for up to 2 months. However, the number of attractions you can visit is limited: Depending on the price, you can visit between 2 and 7 highlights with the pass.

London Explorer Pass: The best pass for visiting selected highlights at your own pace

For a relaxing sightseeing experience in London
Choose 2–7 attractions from 90 options
1-Day Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Pass + Boat Tour
Admission to the London Eye, the Tower of London, The Shard, ...
Valid for 2 months
Digital Passport for Your Smartphone
Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
Starting at €82

"For anyone who wants to explore London at their own pace, visit specific sights, and still save money."

Christoph

London-Redakteur

The London Explorer Pass—also from GoCity—works a little differently: Instead of a daily limit, you choose a set number of attractions in advance, ranging from 2 to 7. You can then explore the rest of the city at your own pace, as the pass remains valid for a full two months.

If you don’t want to get up early every morning and cram as much as possible into a single day, this is the right choice for you.

Choose between 2 and 7 highlights from over 90 attractions:

The Explorer Pass costs between €82 and €218 per person, depending on how much you want to see.

You can choose between two and seven of the 90 available attractions:

London Eye
Tower of London
The Shard
Tower Bridge
Westminster Abbey
Up at the O2
Stadion Touren (Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham, Wembley)

Hop on Hop off-Bus-Tour
Boat ride on the Thames
St. Paul's Cathedral
London Zoo
Royal Observatory Greenwich
London Dungeon
City Tour

London Explorer Pass 2026 Price Guide:

	Adults (16+)	Children (5–15)	Infants (0–4)
2 attractions	82 €	64 €	Free
3 attractions	112 €	82 €	Free
4 attractions	142 €	100 €	Free
5 attractions	172 €	112 €	Free
6 attractions	201 €	130 €	Free
7 attractions	219 €	160 €	Free

The following services are not included:

How does the “London Explorer Pass” work? Buy and activate the pass in 4 steps:

1

Buy a pass & receive a confirmation email:

Select the date you’d like to start using the pass. Then choose the number of attractions included (between 2 and 7). Pay for the pass and you’ll receive a booking confirmation via email.

2

Download the app & sync it with your pass:

Go to your smartphone’s app store and download the Go City app. In the app, enter the confirmation number you received via email after your purchase. This will sync the app with your personal pass. Don’t worry: this won’t activate the pass.

3

Plan your itinerary & make reservations if needed:

Now you can start planning your own personalized sightseeing itinerary for your time in London. While you can visit most attractions on a whim, a few require a reservation even if you have the pass. So, if necessary, book your visit through the app.

4

Activate your pass on-site:

Once you’re in London, simply show your pass on your smartphone at the entrance to your first selected attraction. This will activate your pass.

Pros and cons of the “London Explorer Pass”:

Slow travel: Relaxed sightseeing without the pressure of time
Choose your 2–7 favorites from 90 attractions
Guaranteed savings, or your money back
Flexible cancellation policy: at least 24 hours in advance
Flexibility: Valid for 2 months
Convenient use and, if necessary, reservations via the app
Digital ticket for your phone—no need to pick it up in person

Who should consider getting the “London Explorer Pass”?

It’s worth it for anyone who…

It’s not worth it for everyone who…

Alternative: London Attractions Pass for Families with Children

Another option is the “London Attractions Pass” from Big City Safer. This pass was formerly known as the “Merlin’s Magical London Pass.”

The pass includes the five London attractions that are part of the Merlin Entertainment Group:

The London Dungeon, Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE, Shrek’s Adventure, and the London Eye.

London Dungeon
London Eye
SEA Life
Shrek's Adventure
Madame Tussauds London
Tower of London (surcharge)
Hop on Hop off-Bus (surcharge)

The following services are not included:

Local transit (not included in any pass)
The Shard
Tower Bridge
St. Paul's Cathedral
Themse Bootstour
Westminster Abbey
King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Stadium Tours (like Wembley Stadium)
City Tour
Windsor Castle

How does the “Attractions Pass” work? Buy and use the pass in 3 steps:

1

Buy a Pass

Select your desired date, the number of people, and the age group, then pay for the pass online.

2

Receive a confirmation email & reserve tours if needed

After your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email. You should then reserve a time slot for each tour. The confirmation email contains all the details on how to do this.

3

Show your pass on site:

Simply show your digital Attractions Pass on your phone at the entrance to the relevant attractions and enjoy the experiences.

Pros and cons of the “Attractions Pass”:

Ideal for families with children who want to visit a handful of attractions
Save up to 50% compared to buying individual tickets
Flexibility: 90 days to attend the activities
Conveniently book time slots using your smartphone
Digital ticket for your phone—no need to pick it up in person

Alternative: Turbopass London - Sightseeing Pass including Harry Potter Tour

The “Turbopass London” doesn’t offer the vast selection that “The London Pass” does.

There are only about 15 attractions to choose from—though they do include very well-known ones, such as the Tower of London and Madame Tussauds.

However, the Turbopass boasts a unique highlight that competing passes don’t have: a guided Harry Potter London tour—which is not to be confused with a visit to the Harry Potter Studios in London.

London Dungeon
London Zoo
SEA Life
Shrek's Adventure
Up at the O2
Madame Tussauds London
Tower of London

Hop on Hop off-Bus-Tour
Boat ride on the Thames
London Eye (gegen surcharge)
Kensington Palace
Harry Potter Tour
Guided city tour with the changing of the guard
National Gallery Guided Tour

The following services are not included:

Local transit (not included in any pass)
The Shard
Tower Bridge
St. Paul's Cathedral
Westminster Abbey
King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Stadium tours (e.g., Arsenal Stadium)
Windsor Castle

How does the “Turbopass London” work? Buy and activate the pass in 3 steps:

1

Configure & Purchase Your Pass

Select your preferred date, the number of days and people, as well as optional admission to the London Eye, and pay for your pass online.

2

Receive your confirmation email & book tours if needed

After your purchase, you’ll receive an email confirming your digital Turbopass. For guided tours, you may need to book a time slot—which is easy to do via the app. You’ll find all the details in your booking confirmation email.

3

Activate your pass:

Using the QR code you received via email, you can then use your London Turbo Pass on-site during your trip and scan it at the ticket counter of each attraction.

Pros and cons of the “London Turbopass”:

London for All Ages: Over 15 Attractions Included
The pass includes themed city tours (Harry Potter, movies, music)
Family-friendly activities (zoo, aquarium, Shrek) are included
Flexibility: Bookable for 1 to 7 days
Convenient use and, if necessary, reservations via the app
Digital ticket for your phone—no need to pick it up in person

Editor: Christoph Erkens

Hello and welcome to London-Pass-Guide.de! My name is Christoph, and I love traveling to London. On our London blog, we’ll help you find the best London Pass for you so you can explore London more easily and affordably.