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London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

4.5 Great 2049 reviews
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1h 30m
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

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Recommended by 87% of travellers: 1788 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

View London's Christmas lights from a bus, choosing the top deck or the warm lower deck. Live English-only commentary is included; you remain aboard throughout, with no breaks or onboard toilet, and the route may change. 4.53 from 2,049 reviews at €36 per person for 1h 30m.

From the guide

This 90-minute tour will take you around London, providing amazing views of the city’s light displays! Get up close to the lights as you sit on the top deck of the bus or see them through the windows of the warm lower deck. Enjoy views of Regent Street’s iconic angels or Oxford Street’s* magical stars. You’ll have spectacular photo opportunities along the way as you see the displays from a new perspective.

A live English guide will be on board the bus to tell you all about the parts of London the tour passes and share some fun facts. Sightseeing in London on Christmas has never been so stunning!

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 12 start times between 16:30 and 22:00
Scheduled through January 2027

This tour runs daily, with 12 start times between 16:30 and 22:00 depending on the date. Scheduled through January 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Live English speaking guide on board
60-90 minute tour of London's Christmas lights

What's Not Included

Food and beverages
Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Itinerary

London Eye Stop 1
Board the open-top bus at Belvedere Road, by the London Eye, and embark on a 90-minute journey through the heart of London. Enjoy views of the London Eye as you board the bus, capturing the allure of the festivities as your tour begins. The live guide will welcome you on board and share fun facts throughout the tour. Sightseeing in London this Christmas has never been so stunning! Admission to London Eye is not included.
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Strand Stop 2
Drive down The Strand, home to London’s famous West End. Snap a photo as you get up close to the stunning fairy figures flying with glowing trails of light behind them. Inspired by the history of the nearby Savoy Theatre, this display captures the magic of Christmas.
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Trafalgar Square Stop 3
Pass by Trafalgar Square and get a glimpse of the bustling Christmas markets and the famed Christmas tree lighting up the square. Learn about the history of this iconic tree from the knowledgeable guide and learn why it is gifted from Norway each year.
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Piccadilly Circus Stop 4
is one of London’s most popular areas due to its vibrant billboards. Admire the dazzling lights as you pass through this iconic area.
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Regent Street Stop 5
offers a delightful sightseeing experience where you can marvel at world-famous shops, beautifully adorned with holly and ivy. The street comes alive with a spectacular display of some of the most breathtaking illuminations you'll ever see.
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Oxford Street Stop 6
While you embark on a journey through Oxford Street, be captivated by the sight of 5,000 sustainable stars adorning Europe's busiest shopping street. You'll also come across Selfridges, famous for its stunning window displays.
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Fortnum & Mason Stop 7
is a must-see during the festive period as it transforms into a magnificent red advent calendar! We’ll take you right by this spectacular sight, allowing you to take in its beauty.
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Big Ben Stop 8
Admire the grandeur of Big Ben as it illuminates in the night sky. As one of the most iconic symbols of the UK, take in this amazing view from the open-top bus. We’ll then head back to Belvedere Road, by the London Eye, where the tour will end.
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Departure & Return

Start point

Departure Point: Belvedere Road, Tourist bus stop, London SE1 7NA. In front of the London Eye (nearest tube station is Waterloo, 2 minute walk).

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End point

Departure Point: Belvedere Road, Tourist bus stop, London SE1 7NA. In front of the London Eye (nearest tube station is Waterloo, 2 minute walk).

Additional Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please Note: This is not a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and customers will need to remain on the bus for the duration of the tour
  • Children aged 0 to 4 years travel free of charge but will not occupy a seat. If you would like your infant to be seated, please purchase a child seat for them.
  • The tour itinerary and order may change. There will be no breaks during the tour. No restroom available on board.
  • Dates of operations subject to change as Christmas Lights in London are still to be confirmed.
  • No food will be provided on this tour
  • We reserve the right to refuse entry onto the bus.
  • Please arrive 15min prior to your departure time to allow time for boarding.
  • Traffic can be heavy in London around Christmas time. We try to keep you on the move and see as many lights as possible. Therefore, the route may alter slightly on certain days. On days when traffic is light, the tour may only take 60 to 70 mins.
  • **You can cancel your reservation for this product up to 24 hours before departure and get a refund in full.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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