Top London Christmas Tours

Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Bus in London

London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

Experience London at its glittering best on this magical 90-minute Christmas Lights Night Tour. Ride an open-top bus through the city’s most iconic festive displays, including Oxford Street’s sparkling stars, Regent Street’s famous decorations, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and the London Eye glowing in holiday color. A live expert guide will share fun stories and Christmas facts as you enjoy stunning views and endless photo opportunities. Perfect for families, couples, and friends, this tour is one of the top Christmas lights experiences in London. Book now and make your festive evening unforgettable!

London Christmas Lights Night Tour with Live Guide

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Step aboard our Christmas Lights Afternoon Tea Bus Tour, a sparkling festive twist on our much-loved sightseeing experience. This exclusive 90-minute journey through London’s most iconic streets promises festive cheer, indulgence, and unforgettable views. Watch in wonder as Oxford Street and Regent Street come alive with their world-famous Christmas lights, all from the comfort of our classic double-decker bus. Christmas Afternoon tea Finger sandwiches All contain gluten- wheat Smoked turkey with cranberry jam & sage butter Smoked salmon & tarragon crème fraiche Croxton Manor Cheddar with apricot & ginger chutney Duck egg & cress Savoury bites Stilton, pear & walnut tart Sweet bites Mulled wine macaroons Baby stolen bites Gingerbread stars Mini chocolate yule log Christmas Scones Freshly baked scones with nutmeg and cranberries Devon clotted cream and Tiptree strawberry jam

Christmas Lights Tour of London with Optional Afternoon Tea

Christmas Lights Tour of London with Optional Afternoon Tea

Christmas Lights Open Top Bus Tour in London

Experience London’s traditional pub scene—and discover historic drinking dens that most visitors miss—on this small-group, half-day tour. Accompany your guide to the history-saturated City of London, and visit at least four noteworthy pubs (drinks are own expense). Pop into centuries-old alehouses, see literary haunts favored by writers such as Charles Dickens, and learn about local drinking culture as you explore.

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Step aboard at Trafalgar Square for a magical 60-minute open-top Christmas lights tour through London after dark. Your live English-speaking guide (or is it Santa!?) brings the capital's festive traditions, landmark tales and seasonal stories to life, while a curated Christmas soundtrack keeps the atmosphere warm and celebratory. Before you board your experience, you'll have the opportunity to collect your complimentary hot drink from our friends at Cafè Concerto by the pick up point. Enjoy the views with family and friends, then return to Trafalgar Square ready to continue your evening in the West End. The route may vary with traffic and seasonal road closures. The lower deck is wheelchair accessible; please contact us in advance if you require assistance. You are welcome to take photos with our en-board Father Christmas at the end of the tour.

London Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour with Santa

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Vintage Top Deck London Christmas Lights Tour

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Get into the holiday spirit with this private tour of London's festive illuminations. London is a sprawling city, and getting around to all of the displays in one go is no straightforward feat. Save your energy and let your driver-guide navigate the way on board a classic black cab. Enjoy a roadside view of the lights around Regent Street, Oxford Street, Bond Street, Covent Garden, and more.

Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Delve deeper into London’s rich Christmas culture during a small-group walking tour based around Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol." Capture the festive spirit and wander through hidden alleys, historic courts, and centuries-old taverns, experiencing London as Ebenezer Scrooge would have. Visit real locations featured in Dickens’ stories, including a stop at one of London’s oldest pubs, where Dickens and the Hellfire Club once gathered.

London Christmas Carol & Charles Dickens Small Group Walking Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a wealth of England’s rural and historic treasures, plus the fictional "Downton Abbey" village, on this hassle-free full-day trip from London. With round-trip coach transport, visit the splendid Blenheim Palace, the UNESCO-protected country house where Sir Winston Churchill was born—opt to include admission tickets when you book. Additionally, visit the Cotswolds and the pretty village of Bampton, home to multiple "Downton Abbey" filming locations.

The Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

1 hourFree Cancellation

Embark on a captivating journey to Soho’s most interesting pubs, and find out which famous musicians, artists, playwrights, and actors have visited them. Explore venues where icons like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones made their mark, and even where Mozart lived. Hear tales of Karl Marx's visits, Marilyn Monroe, and even the royal family as you immerse yourself in Soho's vibrant atmosphere.

Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Get into the festive spirit with this nighttime tour around London’s sparkling Christmas lights—without having to battle the crowds on the city's busy sidewalks. Ride through the bustling city streets on a classic 50-year-old double-decker bus and see Oxford Street, Knightsbridge, the Houses of Parliament, the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, and more. Hear all about the sights you’re seeing from your guide’s commentary, and enjoy the lights from a unique vantage point that many travelers miss.

London Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Double-Decker Bus

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transport from London

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath from London

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover London’s best Christmas scenes after dark on this private tour by black taxi, with space for up to six passengers. Cruise around the city’s light displays and markets, stopping for festive pictures at the prettiest spots. Benefit from your driver’s personal insights into London’s holiday season and keep out the cold with convenient round-trip transfer directly from your hotel.

Christmas Lights and Markets London Taxi Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in London’s enchanting Christmas atmosphere on our open-top bus tour. See the city decked out with sparkling lights and dazzling displays for the festive season. Listen to holiday music onboard that will fill you with Christmas cheer. Start the tour at Embankment Station. From here, take a journey through the city’s West End aglow with seasonal sparkle. Drive along the Strand and past the Christmas market at Trafalgar Square. Go around St James's and Piccadilly to discover picture-pretty Christmas lights inspired by the statue of Anteros. Next, see the Regent Street Christmas lights and the seasonal displays in shop windows such as Hamleys, the world's oldest and largest toy store. Gaze in awe at some of the most spectacular Christmas lights in London across Oxford Street before heading back toward the Embankment along Whitehall, giving you a chance to see Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and the London Eye.

Christmas Lights Santa Sleigh Open-Top Tour

Experience the magic of Christmas in London aboard an open-top Big Bus sightseeing tour. Enjoy spectacular views of London's festive lights and decorations from your guaranteed top-deck seat as you travel through famous streets including Oxford Street, Regent Street and Piccadilly Circus. Your English-speaking live guide brings the experience to life with entertaining commentary, while Christmas music adds to the festive atmosphere. This 90-minute panoramic tour offers a memorable way to experience London's Christmas celebrations, with beautiful views of illuminated streets and famous landmarks. Whether you are visiting London for Christmas or looking for a special festive activity, discover the capital's seasonal magic from a unique perspective.

London Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

Soak up the holiday spirit as you explore London's Borough Market and dig into delicious doughnuts with a local guide. Along the route, hear facts about history, restaurants, pubs, and hidden gems, with time for all your questions. Instead of navigating alone, let your guide lead the way as you sample doughnuts from St. John Bakery, Crosstown London Bridge, and more. Don't forget your camera to snap the twinkling Christmas lights.

London Borough Market Holiday Food Tour: Sweet Treats & Tea Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

London VIP Guided Tour Award Winning Christmas Market Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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London Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour with live guide

1 hourFree Cancellation

Get into the Christmas spirit and see holiday lights you might not find on your own on a private Christmas lights tour by taxi. Meet your driver at your accommodation or the pickup point of your choosing and head out on the town to see all sorts of great Christmas light displays, from Covent Garden and the Strand to Regent and Oxford Streets, stopping at the Trafalgar Square Christmas Market along the way.

London Private Christmas Lights Tour In Iconic Black Cab

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

London is never more beautiful than when it glows with holiday wonder. Catch its yule magic on this tour, starting in Covent Garden—you’ll wander craft stalls and boutiques before discovering a hidden garden glowing with Victorian gas lamps. Follow in Charles Dickens' footsteps through secret alleys, hear holiday traditions shaped by Queen Victoria, and end at Trafalgar Square with mulled wine to warm your spirit.

Christmas Lights and Markets Guided Walking Tour with Mulled Wine

The Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace Day Trip from London

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Jay_M, Oct 2026

A Wonderful Informative Tour of English Countryside

A wonderful well-organized tour of Cotswolds and Bleinheim Palace. A tour's quality often depends on the tour guide. Our friendly tour guide, Phil, who embodies an English country gentleman, was a professor of knowledge who provided informative commentary not only on what we were seeing but also on other aspects of life in England. A great day seeing the English countryside with plenty of stops for refreshments and stretching of legs. Highly recommend.

London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

Brenda_R, Oct 2026

Brilliant Tour guide full...

Brilliant Tour guide full of Knowledge. Some of the pics are a bit upsetting not recommended for groups with young children or people who are not good with actual crime scene pics. To be fair they do explain some pics are not for everyone and count down before showing it. And when its being removed. Well worth the money .

Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour

Rosalind_R, Oct 2026

Hugely enjoyable tour of Soho pubs with lots of rock trivia thrown in!

Very entertaining and interesting rock'n'roll tour of historic Soho pubs with lots of fascinating facts about the history of Soho, the pubs we visited and the many musical legends who lived, worked and drank in this vibrant and buzzy area of the West End. Sy was a brilliant guide and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, especially his beer recommendations in each pub!

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

staciem11, Oct 2026

Fun way to learn about the city!

Great tour! Our guide Lyndon took us to pubs and historical sites, explaining the significance and entertaining us with stories all along the way. The size was good, about 10-12 people, mostly couples. Lyndon's course was well laid out, and by the end of the tour our group were all chatting and closing down the last bar. We even ran into one of the couples again the next day! Absolutely would recommend this tour.

Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour

Joshua_K, Oct 2026

Cameron and Ahmed are the GOATS of Evans Evans

Had the privilege of seeing the sights of Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and the Cliffs of Dover for a day tour. Cameron is well versed, fluently spoken like a trained Thespian and super cool guy, alongside Ahmed our driver. Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the UK.

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour - Guided Tour of London

Kelly_D, Sep 2026

We had a great tour guide...

We had a great tour guide called Louis, and the tour ended up being just 2 of us because no one else booked that time slot! Louis was so kind and told us interesting facts about Harry Potter and London in general. It was so fun watching the movie clips on the iPad as he showed us each spot around the city. He went out of his way to show us places he mentioned the tour, too. We would definitely do this again!

Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London, with Oxford

tonetonegf2, Sep 2026

A wonderfully planned...

A wonderfully planned full-day of sightseeing! A walking tour of Oxford gave a glimpse of a vibrant college town, which included a short time for wandering about or shopping. The small Bampton Village stop was picturesque, but was highlighted for Downton Abbey fans, particularly with filming locations observed. And, Highclere Castle offered just the right beauty and experience to end the day. The timing provided was enough, but who would not like to remain a bit longer to soak in the history and charm of such lavish sites.

Downton Abbey and Village Small Group Tour from London

DAISY_C, Sep 2026

Amazing trip

We had a wonderful time on our Highclere Castle tour! A special thank you to Mike, our tour manager, for being friendly, knowledgeable, and well-organized. He made the day enjoyable and stress-free. Visiting Highclere Castle and Bampton Village was truly unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour!

Shared Group Downton Abbey and Highclere Castle Tour from London

Laura_P, Aug 2026

For Downton Abbey Fans Only

We had a great time on this tour. We made several stops to see filming locations throughout the journey so if you are not a fan of the show, you may be underwhelmed by this tour. The tour culminated in a self guided tour of Highclere which is set up exactly like it is in the show so again, fans will enjoy this. The only thing I would change would be the timing. I felt like this could include one more stop in the Cotswolds unrelated to Downton Abbey and just for sightseeing somewhere beautiful. We spent too much time in some locations.

Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour

Susan_B, Jan 2026

Better than Walking or a Crowded Bus Tour

Our family of three thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Seb picked us up at our hotel at 4pm and took us to see many Christmas lights in a variety of areas. He kindly took a few pictures of us too when he could. Because of traffic and the crowds, we may have missed a few spots like Covent Garden, but Seb made up for it by taking us to so many other places. He had a great sense of humor too. We arranged in advance to be dropped off at a restaurant we made a dinner reservation at which was very helpful too. Definitely recommend.