We took the Big Bus Tour for two reasons: One to get a feel for the city and 2nd so we didn't have to walk or drive.  It was a good decision as we discovered things we may not have discovered on our own. I took my little Fuji point-n-shoot, so this is kind of a bird's eye view. I loved the architecture and being able to shoot above the crowds, as there were celebrations for VE Day and tons of people on Saturday and Sunday.