Three-day London Pass sightseeing itinerary

What is the London Pass?

The London Pass is a sightseeing pass that gives you access to more than 80 top London attractions, including the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Westminster Abbey and London Zoo. You may, of course, swap any of the activities for others, or decide to linger longer at some of your favourite attractions.

By visiting at least two attractions per day, you will save money using this London sightseeing pass. A one-day hop-on, hop-off London bus tour ticket is included in the London attractions pass – make the best of this great offer by enjoying spectacular views from the top deck, as you travel from one London icon to another while seeing more sights along the way.

What options are available?

You can purchase The London Pass for one, two, three, four, five, seven or 10 days, all with the option of a Travelcard up to London Zone Six. You can also download a mobile version of the London Pass and use the app, so there's no more need for paper tickets. The itinerary below is based on a three-day London Pass with a Travelcard.

How much does it cost?

Prices for adults/children are as follows: £69/£45 for one day, £95/£59 for two days, £109/£73 for three days, £141/£89 for four days, £146/£92 for five days, £159/£105 for seven days, £169/£115 for 10 days. Passes for children under five years of age are free.

Children under 11 can travel for free on the London Underground if they are accompanied by an adult holding a valid Oyster card (up to four children can travel per adult).

Where can I buy the London Pass?

You can buy the London Pass online*.

The London Pass gives you one day's access to a hop-on, hop-off Thames clipper up and down the river Thames (worth £18, free with The London Pass). As well as getting a unique perspective on London from the water, travelling by boat is a great way to access some of the most popular attractions the London city pass gives you entry to.

Start your London city sightseeing adventure with the city's oldest royal palace – the Tower of London (access with The London Pass). Situated on the banks of the Thames, this historic fortress is home to the spectacular Crown Jewels, as well as the White Tower built by William the Conquerer nearly 1,000 years ago. With The London Pass, you also get fast-track entry (skip the queues!) without further payment, as well as a 10% discount in the gift shop.

While you're here, you can also visit Tower Bridge for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of London's most recognisable landmarks (access with The London Pass). The spooktacular London Bridge Experience is just a seven-minute walk up Tooley Street, and offers an interactive journey through some of the dark and more gruesome history of the area (fast-track entry with The London Pass).

For lunch, jump on the City Cruises boat from Tower Hill heading west underneath Millennium Bridge and past St Paul's Cathedral to London Eye pier. Here, you can enjoy a meal at one of the many eateries on London's South Bank. Afterwards, step along to the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre tour (access with The London Pass) and get a taste of what it would have been like for Elizabethan audiences enjoying the bard's plays. You'll also find the free-entry Tate Modern art gallery on South Bank, which houses one of the world's best collections of modern and contemporary art.

Alternatively, take a trip to The View from The Shard where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city spanning up to 40 miles. As you scale the iconic landmark, reaching the viewing gallery on the 72nd floor open-air Skydeck, do a spot of sightseeing an epic new heights. Feeling peckish? Plan ahead and book into one of The Shard's famous restaurants.

Take the City Cruises boat west again past the stunning Houses of Parliament and alight at Westminster Pier to visit Westminster Abbey (fast-track entry with The London Pass). Throughout its long history, this impressive gothic abbey has hosted many coronations and royal weddings (including that of the Prince and Princess of Wales). Westminster Abbey is also the final resting place of notable British royals, aristocrats, artists, poets and scientists, including: Elizabeth I, Mary Queen of Scots, Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer, Charles Darwin and many more.

If you have time after Westminster Abbey, pop into the nearby Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace (access with The London Pass).

For your evening's entertainment enjoy a pre-theatre dinner and a West End show (must be booked separately to The London Pass). From top musicals such as Wicked and The Book of Mormon to memorable plays that often include a star-studded cast.

The London Pass gives you fast-track entry to both Hampton Court Palace and Windsor Castle so that at both these popular attractions you'll be able to sail past the queues in royal fashion! There's so much to see at both of these magnificent palaces, we suggest choosing one or the other.

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest working castle in the world and an official royal residence. Arrive early so you can witness Changing the Guard at 11am (check Changing the Guard dates and times before you go), as well as giving yourself time to see the rest of the castle. Explore the magnificent State Apartments and marvel at the collection of fine artwork, sculptures, furniture and more. If you opt for The London Pass with Travelcard you will have transport to Windsor Castle included. Catch a train from Paddington to Slough and change at Slough for a train to Windsor.

Alternatively, visit Hampton Court Palace, which is one of London's most popular attractions. Enjoy this spectacularly opulent Tudor palace built by Henry VIII and learn all about his six wives. There's also Henry's magnificent State Rooms, the Tudor kitchens where you can sample medieval fare, and more than 60 acres of beautiful gardens including the famous maze; which is particularly lovely in the warmer months. Hampton Court Palace is located in Zone Six, so is covered by The London Pass with Travelcard.

Travel back to central London and explore one (or more!) of the city's excellent smaller museums. The London Pass gives you access to:

• Benjamin Franklin House – the historic residence of one of America's Founding Fathers
• Apsley House – the grand, former residence of the Duke of Wellington at Hyde Park Corner
• The Freud Museum –explore the extraordinary home of Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalytics
• The Postal Museum –hop aboard a hidden underground Mail Rail and discover the fascinating story of London's mail system
• Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising – with more than 12,000 items showing household and global brands, toys, sweets, fashions, posters and magazines
• London Transport Museum – an exploration of London's identity through its transport icons
• Charles Dickens Museum – the beloved novelist's former London home

See more included museums and attractions with The London Pass.

It's been a big day, so relax and unwind by seeing a film. The London Pass holders are entitled to a free movie ticket for most sessions at one of the Curzon Cinemas in Soho, Mayfair and Bloomsbury. Before or after the cinema, enjoy a delicious meal in one of London's restaurants. Find one by searching our restaurant listings by cuisine and/or area.

For your morning activity on day three, take a Jason's Canal Boat Trip (access with The London Pass) along the picturesque Regent's Canal to London Zoo (access with The London Pass). London's zoo is ideal for the young (and young at heart) and contains fantastic exhibits including Tiger Territory, Gorilla Kingdom, Penguin Beach and Rainforest Life.

Or you might prefer to take a tour of Arsenal's Emirates Stadium (access with the London Pass), which allows you to get up close and personal with one of the UK's top football clubs. If you're an avid sports fan, The London Pass also entitles you to a tour of Wembley Stadium, Twickenham and Chelsea FC.

For your afternoon adventure, explore Kensington Palace where you get fast-track entry with The London Pass. Kensington Palace is a beautiful historic house that contains exhibitions relating to royal women dating back to the 17th century. Explore what life was like for royals from Queen Victoria to Princess Diana, in this palace set in picturesque gardens adjoining Hyde Park.

On your final night, treat yourself and visit a place like no other in London with the Chocolate Cocktail Club. Discover a selection of over 20 creations , from innovative gin and tonics recipes and other chocolicious drinks at this sensational pop up venue in East London. The London Pass includes a free admission to the bar and a Chocolatiney, their signature drink. Please note that the venue doesn't accept anyone under the age of 18, and this venue is not available to pass holders on saturdays.

Let the good time rolls and visit All Star Lanes in Brick Lane for a game in the deluxe bowling lanes. A night at All Star Lanes wouldn't be complete with a selection of american favourites,from juicey stacks of burgers to all american gooey Mac'N'Cheese, you are in for a treat! ( London Pass holders get a 20% discount on food and drink).