--- title: London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 36 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.53 reviews: 2049 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 8 of 9 (Night Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-by-night-bus-tour-with-christmas-lights-and-live-guide/ --- # London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide **Guidekin's take:** 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 2049 reviews at €36 per person for 1h 30m. ## Overview 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! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Departure Point: Belvedere Road, - 12 start times: between 16:30 and 22:00 - Food not included: Food and beverages - Children from €21: ages 5 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €36 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.53/5 from 2049 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 87% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Golden Tours Gray Line London ## What's included - Live English speaking guide on board - 60-90 minute tour of London's Christmas lights ## Not included - Food and beverages - Hotel pick-up & drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **London Eye** (pass by, no stop) - 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... 2. **Strand** (pass by, no stop) - 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. 3. **Trafalgar Square** (pass by, no stop) - 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. 4. **Piccadilly Circus** (pass by, no stop) - is one of London’s most popular areas due to its vibrant billboards. Admire the dazzling lights as you pass through this iconic area. 5. **Regent Street** (pass by, no stop) - 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. 6. **Oxford Street** (pass by, no stop) - 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. 7. **Fortnum & Mason** (pass by, no stop) - 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. 8. **Big Ben** (pass by, no stop) - 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. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 12 start times between 16:30 and 22:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting 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). Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EhxCZWx2ZWRlcmUgUmQsIExvbmRvbiBTRTEsIFVLIi4qLAoUChIJpdeuGrgEdkgR4hqIapNucWsSFAoSCfPzF7dbG3ZIEQqyADl5LpFJ ## Good to know - 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. ## Compared with other Night Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 9** | €36 | 1h 30m | 4.53 (2049) | shared | | [London by Night Taxi Tour](/uk/london/tours/london-by-night-taxi-tour/?format=md) | €473 per group | 4h | 4.95 (92) | private | | [Private Tour: Night Photography Tour in London](/uk/london/tours/private-tour-night-photography-tour-in-london/?format=md) | €303 | 3h | 4.96 (49) | private | | [Private 2-Hour Night Tour of London in an Iconic Black Cab](/uk/london/tours/private-2-hour-night-tour-of-london-in-an-iconic-black-cab/?format=md) | €308 per group | 2h | 5.0 (31) | private | Ranked #8 of 9 in Night Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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