London Christmas Lights Tour

Be enchanted by the sparkling Christmas lights of London on a magical bus tour. Follow a charming route and experience the festive atmosphere. Book your Christmas Lights Tour now, available from November 11 to January 4, 2025.

During the 90-minute tour, you will see London's most iconic landmarks and attractions come alive with thousands of sparkling lights and sensational Christmas displays.
Along the route, you will admire the world-famous shops of Regent Street adorned with holly, ivy, and some of the most spectacular illuminations you have ever seen. Discover the brilliant lights of Piccadilly Circus in all their glory, and the traditional giant Christmas tree set up every year in the iconic Trafalgar Square! There will be plenty of opportunities for extraordinary nighttime photos that capture the best moments of this exciting London Christmas lights experience.
The commentary on this tour is in English, but the magic of London’s Christmas lights tour needs no translation! Please note, this is a non-stop tour.

See the map of the Christmas Lights London Tour route based on the starting point:

If you are in London before or during the holidays, don't miss the Christmas Lights London Tour, a delightful nighttime ride on an open-top bus to see the Christmas lights display in the city's most beautiful and sparkling streets! The first departure is at 4:15 PM.

Start Time

from 4.15pm every 30' (see Departure information)

Duration

60-90 minutes

Booking Confirmation

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Voucher

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What You'll Do

Immerse yourself in the magic of London’s Christmas lights with a captivating 90-minute tour on an open-top bus
Admire London’s iconic landmarks and locations, illuminated by thousands of sparkling lights and Christmas decorations
Cross Oxford Street, Europe’s famous shopping street, and be enchanted by the thousands of twinkling lights adorning the path
Glide along Regent Street, with its renowned stores and spectacular holiday decorations
Marvel at Piccadilly Circus, with its bright lights, and the Christmas tree at Trafalgar Square
Experience the festive atmosphere of Southbank with its Christmas market and fairy lights, near the London Eye

Price

Adult 16+	£ 27 (Upper Deck) / £ 22 (Lower Deck)
Child 5-15	£ 15 (Upper Deck) / £ 10 (Lower Deck)
Family (2A+2C)	£ 74 (Upper Deck) / £ 54 (Lower Deck)
Infant 0-2 (no seat)	£ Free

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What's Included

90-Minute London Christmas Lights Tour
Live English-speaking tour guide
Choose between upper or lower deck seating
Select from three starting points

What's Not Included

Food and drink
Transportation to and from the start point

Departure Information

Departure from the London Eye

Times: 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:00 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:00 PM

Starting point: London Eye, Belvedere Road, tourist bus stop, London, SE1 7NA (See Map)
Route map for departures from the London Eye

This tour starts and ends at the London Eye, Belvedere Road, tourist bus stop, London SE1 7NA. Look for Jubilee Park and Garden on Belvedere Road, across from the London Eye. This is where the blue buses will be waiting for you.

Departure from Victoria

Times: 4:15 PM, 5:15 PM, 6:15 PM, 7:15 PM

Starting point: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London, SW1W 9SR
Route map for Victoria ONLY departures at 4:15 PM
Route map for other departures from Victoria

Directions from Victoria Station to Bulleid Way: Exit Victoria Station through the Buckingham Palace Road entrance, to the right of the Gatwick Express platforms. Then turn left and walk along Buckingham Palace Road until the first major intersection. Cross the street and continue walking straight for about 40 meters. This starting point is different from Victoria Coach Station, although it is nearby.

Departure from Green Park

Times: 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM

Starting point: Green Park Station, Piccadilly, Tourist Bus Stop, London W1J 9DZ
Route map for departures from Green Park

This tour starts and ends at the Green Park tourist bus stop, outside the London Underground station. The stop is on the same side of the street as The Ritz Hotel and about 30 meters from the hotel's front entrance.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure time to receive a full refund.

Additional Information

You cannot hop on and off during this tour.
Children aged 0 to 4 travel for free but will not have their own seat. If you need a seat for an infant, please purchase a seat for them.
Traffic can be heavy in London during the Christmas season. We will try to keep you moving and see as many lights as possible. Therefore, the route may vary slightly on certain days.
On days with light traffic, the tour may only last 60-70 minutes.
Seating on the bus is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. It is not possible to reserve seats in advance.
If you book a lower deck ticket, you cannot sit on the upper deck.
The 4:15 PM departures from Victoria will not pass through Oxford Street.
Food and drinks are not allowed on the bus, except bottled water. There are no restrooms on board.
Since this is a winter tour, please make sure to dress appropriately.

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