Evan Evans Tours
Rating
Family of 4
USD 160–320 depending on tour length and inclusions
Duration
Half-day to full-day depending on tour
Best Ages
6 and up
About
Evan Evans Tours is one of London's longest-established tour operators, offering a broad range of guided day trips and city tours by comfortable coach. For families, the appeal is in the organization: a single booking covers transportation, a knowledgeable guide, and often entry to major attractions, taking the logistical pressure off parents entirely. London day tours typically cover the key city highlights in a half-day format, while longer full-day excursions head out to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Bath, Oxford, and other destinations that are most easily reached by organized coach from London.
For families with children old enough to appreciate these sites — generally 6 and up — an Evan Evans day trip to Windsor or Stonehenge is one of the standout experiences available from London. The guided format means children hear detailed explanations of what they're seeing from someone who knows the site deeply, rather than piecing it together from audio guides alone. Coaches are comfortable and modern, and most tours include restroom breaks at appropriate intervals.
Entry to included attractions is typically prepaid and prioritized, reducing the time spent queuing. For families who find independent day trip logistics stressful — train tickets, transfers, timed entry bookings — Evan Evans offers a straightforward all-in-one solution. The trade-off is a more fixed schedule, so families who need maximum flexibility may prefer independent travel.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
Available at attraction stops; not on coach
Kid Meals
Some full-day tours include meal stops; check individual itinerary
Setting
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Varies by tour — morning departures most common
Wait Times
Minimal — coach departs on schedule
Nearby Food
Most full-day tours include at least one scheduled meal stop; city tours end near central London with abundant dining options nearby
Why Kids Love It
Evan Evans has been running London tours for decades, and the experience shows. Kids respond to the comfortable coach format for longer day trips — it's easy, organized, and takes you to places like Windsor Castle or Stonehenge that are genuinely awe-inspiring for children who can appreciate scale and history. The included entry to major attractions removes any on-the-day decision stress.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Choose half-day city tours for younger children; full-day excursions work better for 8 and up
- Windsor Castle and the Tower of London tours are the most consistently popular with children
- Arrive at the departure point 10–15 minutes early to secure preferred seating on the coach
What to Bring
- Snacks and water for children, especially on full-day excursions
- Comfortable shoes for walking at attraction sites
- A charged camera or phone — Windsor and Stonehenge are intensely photogenic
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 160–320 depending on tour length and inclusions
Tips to Save
- Book day tours well in advance for early-bird pricing; child fares are typically 30–40% less than adult fares
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM