--- title: London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 34 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.5 reviews: 1203 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [hi, ar, de, ru, pt, cmn, ja, en, it, pl, fr, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 9 of 9 (Night Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-by-night-sightseeing-open-top-bus-tour-with-live-guide/ --- # London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide **Guidekin's take:** Ride an open-top bus past Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge and Trafalgar Square on a continuous sightseeing loop with onboard audio commentary. There is no hopping on and off, and summer departures run mainly in daylight. 4.5 from 1203 reviews at €34 per person for 1h 30m. ## Overview Remarkable London by Night Tour! This London by Night tour will reveal the floodlit splendour of London’s landmarks as dusk falls. When twilight descends upon London, the attractions of the city become imbued with a certain grandeur. This sweeping, wide–ranging tour will encompass the most distinguished and vibrant areas of this world renowned capital, including Parliament Square, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and the financial district of the City. The tour also glides past eminent structures and attractions such as the world renowned London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral, inimitable Buckingham Palace, the formidable Tower of London, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Embark upon this tour and discover the extraordinary allure of London at dusk. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Departure and Return Point: Green Park… - 4 start times: between 18:00 and 21:00 - Children from €20: ages 5 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €34 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.5/5 from 1203 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 ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | London Eye Departure Point | €34 / person | English, Portuguese, French, Polish, German, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, Hindi, Russian, Spanish, Italian | Starting point: Golden Tours, Tourist bus stop, 1 Belvedere Rd, London SE1 7NA, UK | | Green Park Departure point | €34 / person | English, Portuguese, French, Polish, German, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, Hindi, Russian, Spanish, Italian | Starting point: Green Park, Underground Ltd, Piccadilly, London W1J 9DZ, UK | ## What's included - Audio-guides available in 12 languages - View such iconic structures as Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge - See celebrated areas of London including Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly - Live English speaking guide on board (subject to availability) - Panoramic 90 minutes tour of London by night ## Not included - Gratuities - Additional refreshments - Hotel pick up or drop off ## Itinerary 1. **London Eye** (15m) - The London Eye stands out beautifully at night, its illuminated wheel reflecting over the Thames and creating one of the city’s most iconic evening views. 2. **Buckingham Palace** (pass by, no stop) - , the grand and iconic London residence of His Majesty the King is an absolute must-see on any visit to London. A fully working royal palace, housing not only the King, but serving as the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household. 3. **Tower of London** (pass by, no stop) - The Tower of London, founded by William the Conqueror in 1066-7, is one of the world’s most famous fortresses yet despite its grim reputation as a place of torture and death, there are so many more stories to be told. The ancient stones reverberate with dark secrets,... 4. **Westminster Abbey** (pass by, no stop) - An essential addition to any visit to London and set in the heart of the city, Westminster Abbey is legendary and iconic. Boasting a rich history that spans over one thousand years, the site was originally occupied by Benedictine monks in the middle of the tenth century. The... 5. **London Eye** (pass by, no stop) - Also known as the Millennium Wheel, London Eye is one of the largest Ferris wheel in Europe and one of the most popular attractions in the UK. The iconic London Eye offers breathtaking views of London from high above the River Thames. 6. **Big Ben** (pass by, no stop) - The Elizabeth Tower, also known as “Big Ben“, dates from 1858 and had its 150th anniversary in 2009. It is one of the most iconic symbols of the UK and a must see attraction in London. Big Ben is famous in the world for its accuracy and for its massive bell. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00 - 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 and Return Point: Green Park Station, Piccadilly, Tourist Bus Stop, London W1J 9DZ Look out for the Golden Tours bus. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJQRZgSygFdkgRrZelNQQCpf8 ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - During summer months this tour will operate mainly in daylight - Please Note: You cannot hop on and hop off on this tour - Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change. - Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day - Please select the preferred departure point at the time of booking ## Compared with other Night Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 9** | €34 | 1h 30m | 4.5 (1203) | 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 #9 of 9 in Night Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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