Ghost Bus Tours - London

Hop aboard London's only spooky bus service and take a trip to the dark side! The ghost bus actors unearth the hidden horrors of the metropolis while the bus itself reveals its own spooky secrets...

Ghost Bus Tours is a theatrical sightseeing tour aboard a classic 1960s Routemaster bus. Onboard actors and technical gimmicks combine to create a fright-seeing tour like no other—a hilarious horror show as you see the sights. From the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, see the city's murder, torture, and execution sites, and learn about London's ghosts and the gruesome skeletons in the capital's closets.

The Ghost Bus is the perfect way to experience London, and our ghost tours are designed to entertain and educate, while providing a spooky theatrical experience you'll never forget! The perfect plan for a fun and spooky night out in London or to get in the Halloween spirit.

I loved it! - Johnny Depp

Hilarious. We screamed a lot! - Amanda Holden

A ghost tour like a funfair - The Daily Telegraph

Behind the scenes...

The Necropolis Bus Company began in the 19th century as a private bus service. Necropolis vehicles—or 'Carcass Coaches' as they were known to Londoners—were capable of transporting the deceased, pallbearers, and up to 52 mourners (without standing) to their final resting place. Each bus had a conductor/chief mourner on board and a special siren or 'mourning whistle' to warn pedestrians of the buses' approach. The sound of the whistle caused gentlemen to remove their hats and bow their heads as a sign of respect.

From ashes to ashes...

The regular service operated until 1967, when a tragic fire at the company's South Dulstead depot razed the building and destroyed nearly the entire bus fleet. Only one vehicle was recovered from the flames, and it remained locked in storage for 40 years. Now, it has been restored to its original design and is operated by Necrobus as a tourist service in central London.

From bus to bus...

The bus is painted in the company's traditional midnight black color. The interior seats are arranged "railroad-style" for comfort and so passengers can openly grieve and offer condolences. Decorative features include lamps and window curtains, which were always closed if a coffin was stored in the vehicle overnight. This is based on the superstition that a departed spirit can become trapped by its own reflection in the glass and be unable to pass on to the other world. It also helped keep bodies cool during the summer months.
Notes:
Please note: All customers must have a valid ticket to board a tour. The ticket is valid for use only for the time and date indicated on the ticket. Tickets/order numbers are non-transferable. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. Children under 5 travel free and at their parents' own risk. Only one child under 5 per adult may travel free, provided they do not occupy a seat, excluding a paying passenger. There are no restrooms on board the bus. Some tours may include a short stop where you have the opportunity to disembark if you wish. Exiting the bus at this point is not mandatory and is at your own risk. Ghost Bus Tours is not responsible for any injuries or incidents that occur outside of our vehicles. Ghost Bus Tours is not responsible for items left on the bus. Personal items are transported at the owner's risk, and Ghost Bus is not responsible for damaged or lost items. Smoking, eating, and drinking, except bottled water, are not permitted on the bus. Our buses are classic 1960s Routemasters, which unfortunately are not wheelchair accessible. Please be aware that we operate historic vehicles, and as such, while we strive to maintain the highest standards, they may occasionally encounter mechanical issues. In the event of a breakdown, we will attempt to repair the problem or deploy a secondary vehicle within 90 minutes of the issue occurring. Refunds will only be granted after 90 minutes.