London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
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London, England
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
London’s top sights are spread out, making it tiring to try to hit them all with limited time. Instead, zip by attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye during this double-decker sightseeing tour. Even better, coaches depart in the evening so you can beat London’s snarls of traffic while seeing its landmarks all lit up after dark.
- See top London attractions at night as you travel by double-decker bus
- Listen to live commentary from your on-board guide
- Discover a new perspective on the city that many visitors miss
- Enjoy a time-saving way to check off many top sights and areas
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
See another side of London—and avoid daytime traffic—on an evening double-decker bus tour.
What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Green Park Station (Stop H)London W1J 9DZ, UK
Departure Point: The tour departs from the See London by Night bus stop at Green Park, just next to the Ritz Hotel by Green Park underground station. Return point: Returns to the departure point *If the bus stop is not in use (due to the construction), please wait below bus stop.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Your night tour through London begins in the city center. Board the double-decker bus and grab a comfortable seat for the ride. Setting off through Piccadilly, get your first views of London magically illuminated. See the lively evening crowd and pass elegant stores such as Fortnum & Mason juxtaposed by modern neon billboards.
Soon arrive at St. Paul’s Cathedral, the country's second-biggest church and a masterpiece of baroque architecture. Take a moment to marvel at the magnificent dome set against the city skyline, then catch great views of the illuminated London Eye and the iconic Tower Bridge, spilling golden light down from its two magnificent towers.
Continue on to Westminster to view the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey wonderfully shadowed by spotlight, and drive alongside the Thames River, dotted with glittering boats.
The final leg of your tour takes you to Kensington, an attractive neighborhood flush with concert venues, museums, and upscale shopping. Pass by Harrods—one of London’s most famous department stores—on your way back to Green Park, where your tour ends.
Soon arrive at St. Paul’s Cathedral, the country's second-biggest church and a masterpiece of baroque architecture. Take a moment to marvel at the magnificent dome set against the city skyline, then catch great views of the illuminated London Eye and the iconic Tower Bridge, spilling golden light down from its two magnificent towers.
Continue on to Westminster to view the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey wonderfully shadowed by spotlight, and drive alongside the Thames River, dotted with glittering boats.
The final leg of your tour takes you to Kensington, an attractive neighborhood flush with concert venues, museums, and upscale shopping. Pass by Harrods—one of London’s most famous department stores—on your way back to Green Park, where your tour ends.
See London By Night (Pass By)
Fortnum & Mason (Pass By)
Knightsbridge (Pass By)
Tower Bridge (Pass By)
St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass By)
Green Park (Pass By)
Piccadilly Circus (Pass By)
Westminster Abbey (Pass By)
Houses of Parliament (Pass By)
London Eye (Pass By)
Thames River (Pass By)
Harrods (Pass By)
Royal Albert Hall (Pass By)
Natural History Museum (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- All dates and tours are subject to availability and the supplier reserves the right to alter its service/route at short notice. Please check prior to travel. Tickets can only be used for one visit and will be taken in by the supplier upon exchange
- From October - March the scheduled tour departure times are 7:30pm and 9:20pm.
- From April - September the scheduled tour departure times are 7:30pm, 8:00pm, 8:30pm, 9:15pm, 9:45pm and 10:15pm
- Audio guides will not be available so all tours will be live guided in English only.
- No tours on 25th or 31st December
- During summer months the tours may not be in the hours of darkness due to sunset times
- Please note that all seats (including Upper deck) are on a first-come, first-served basis.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.3
based on 1,079 reviews
Jamie_M, Jun 2026
Easy breezy, if you want to see the hilights and are walking impaired this is a wonderful and interesting tour. There are alot of historical facts.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you found the tour easy, enjoyable and well suited to your needs. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed learning about London's fascinating history along the way. We hope to welcome you back on another Evan Evans tour soon.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans
Erin_G, Jun 2026
Great experience, easy to find, very entertaining, wonderful history of the city. Tour guides were very knowledgeable and funny.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear you found the tour easy to join, entertaining and full of fascinating history. It’s wonderful to know our guides helped make your experience so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Evan Evans
John_G, Jun 2026
Excellent tour! We decided (last minute) to join the tour and it did not disappoint. With two short days in London, it was a great way to see the sites. And we didn’t have to walk! The tour guide was great, knowledgeable and engaging.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Guests,
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that your last-minute tour was such a success. It’s great to know that it helped you see the sights during your short time in London, and that your guide was knowledgeable and engaging.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans
Grant_H, Jun 2026
We started our trip with this. It was a great way to go get information and views of the city that help inform things you might want to visit over the week.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Guests,
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that the tour was a great way to start your trip and gave you helpful information and views of the city. We’re pleased it helped inspire what you may want to visit during the rest of your stay.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans
Jenn_B, May 2026
The evening trip at 8pm had perfect weather in May. No rain and it was not too hot. The guide was really entertaining and knowledgeable.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your feedback!
We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your evening trip and had perfect weather to make the experience even more special. It’s also great to know your guide was both entertaining and knowledgeable throughout the tour.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour in the future.
Kind regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Kelly_M, May 2026
Wonderful tour, we were able to see so much in a short amount of time from the comfort of the bus. I highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Kelly_M
Thank you so much for this 5* review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us.
We hope to see you again on another one of our tours!
Best wishes
Evan Evans Team
Rebecca_B, May 2026
This is the original and best Nighttime Tour of London. The guide was a wealth of knowledge and very entertaining. We saw tons of London sights and it was an exceptional tour. I would highly recommend this one.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Rebecca_B
Thank you for leaving us a 5* review!
We hope to see you again soon on another one of our tours.
Best wishes
Evan Evans Team
Joseph_B, May 2026
This night bus tour was well worth the money. Our tour guide was great. Perfect night sky, sun setting and the city lights were perfect. You saw the city coming to life ar night.
I was great tour all around. Highly recommended!!!!!!!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Joseph_B
Thank you for leaving us this fantastic 5* review!
We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you.
Come back and see us soon!
Best wishes
Evan Evans Team
MaryBeth_M, May 2026
Good general information about London sights - also, I got a question answered re how to see the Royal Horse Guards
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear MaryBeth_M
Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the general information about London’s sights and that your guide was able to help answer your question about the Royal Horse Guards.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour soon!
Evan Evans Tours
Sue_D, May 2026
Bundle up warm if it’s cool out. A lot of amazing sites. The lights across the bridges and Big Ben at night was my favorite. The gentleman who was commentating was a riot!🤣
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Sue_D
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the sights and atmosphere of London at night.
It’s great to know that the commentary added fun to your experience and that you enjoyed highlights like the bridges and Big Ben illuminated after dark.
Thank you for choosing Evan Evans Tours, and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon.
Cindy_E, Apr 2026
It was nice. We chose to sit near a window to see and photograph, but our windows were dirty. Our guide was friendly and kind, but got flustered as the microphone system was having issue, not her fault.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Cindy_E
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We’re glad to hear you found the guide friendly and kind, and we appreciate your understanding regarding the microphone issue on the day. Technical problems like that can be frustrating, and we’re sorry it affected the flow of the commentary.
We’re also sorry that the cleanliness of the windows impacted your experience, especially as you had chosen your seat specifically to enjoy the views and take photos. That’s certainly not the standard we aim for, and your comments will be passed on to our operations team for review.
Thank you again for your honest feedback and for travelling with us.
Roanna_C, Apr 2026
Excellent local knowledge and a fun and engaging way to see London at night. Driver was great. Although we had seen the buildings during the daytime on another tour, they looked truly magnificent to see them at night.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Roanna_C
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your evening tour of London.
It’s wonderful to know that the guide’s local knowledge and engaging style helped bring the city to life at night, and that your driver contributed to a smooth and enjoyable experience. We’re especially pleased that seeing London’s landmarks illuminated after dark offered a completely new and memorable perspective, even after visiting them during the day.
We truly appreciate you travelling with us and hope to welcome you on another tour again soon!
Warm regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Silvana_P, Apr 2026
London by night is absolutely amazing and our tour guide Michael was great fun ! After a day walking it's a good way to go sightseeing and enjoy the most famous landmarks with no.effort
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the London by Night tour and that Michael helped make the experience such fun for you.
It’s wonderful to know that this was a relaxing way to see the city’s most famous landmarks after a day of walking, and that you were able to sit back and enjoy the sights with ease.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour again soon.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Charity_R, Mar 2026
Great fun with funny guide that makes it even better. Saw more than I expected. It was freezing but worth it!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Charity_R
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We’re thrilled to hear that your guide made the tour fun and entertaining, and that you were able to see even more than expected. Braving the cold definitely sounds worth it for such a memorable experience!
We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Best regards,
Evan Evans Tours Team
valerie_s, Mar 2026
It wasn't bad, but wasn't the type of tour that will blow you away. Can only get good photos if you are on the top of the bus and in the back part that isn't covered. For the price, it was okay.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear valerie_s,
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent tour with Evan Evans Tours.
We appreciate your honest comments and are glad to hear that overall your experience was satisfactory. We also take note of your observations regarding photography from the bus and understand how that may have impacted your experience.
Your feedback is valuable as we continually strive to improve our tours and provide the best possible experience for our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour in the future that exceeds your expectations.
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Evan Evans Tours
Darcy_S, Mar 2026
This tour covers most of the popular sights you'd want to see in London. Our guide was knowledgeable and fun!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Darcy_S,
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent tour with Evan Evans Tours.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing many of London’s popular sights and that your guide made the experience both knowledgeable and fun. Your kind words are greatly appreciated.
We look forward to welcoming you on another tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Jennifer_M, Feb 2026
This is a perfect nighttime activity. All of the guides are personable and you get to see all of London in its evening splendor. Met a very good friend who was also traveling solo. We still keep in touch. Our tour was in September!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Jennifer_M,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the nighttime tour and experienced London at its evening best. It’s especially rewarding to know that our guides made a positive impression and that the tour provided not only memorable sights but also a meaningful personal connection. Stories like yours truly capture what we aim to offer our guests.
We’re so pleased that your September tour left a lasting memory, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another Evan Evans experience in the future.
Kind regards,
The Evan Evans Team
Ann_M, Dec 2025
What a great way to see the city at Christmas. Our guide, Michael, was full of information about the city and had a fantastic sense of humor to boot! Be sure to dress for the weather and sit outside on the upper level. Definitely worth it.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Ann_M,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing the city at Christmas and that Michael’s knowledge and sense of humor made the tour so enjoyable. Your tips about dressing for the weather and enjoying the upper deck will surely help future guests make the most of their experience.
Your kind comments will be shared with Michael, who will be thrilled to know how much you appreciated his efforts.
Thank you for choosing Evan Evans Tours. We look forward to welcoming you again on another tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Iliana_F, Dec 2025
Great guide he was very knowledgeable and very informative and kept the tour interesting. The entire staff was very nice and helpful
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Iliana_F,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that your guide provided knowledgeable and engaging commentary, keeping the tour interesting, and that our staff were helpful and friendly throughout your experience. We will be sure to share your compliments with the team and look forward to welcoming you on another Evan Evans tour in the future.
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Evan Evans Tours
LaVon_S, Dec 2025
It was easy to book. We went on a chilly night, but still chose to sit in the open air, but it's a little harder to hear when you sit in the open air. Worth it for seeing the sites though!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear LaVon_S,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to hear that booking was easy and that you enjoyed seeing the sites from the open-air seating, despite the chilly weather. We appreciate your note about the audio being slightly harder to hear outside, and we will take this into consideration as we continue to review and improve our tours. We hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Darryl_M, Dec 2025
We met at the appointed time at the location in more than enough time and the bus didn't show. After talking with other operators at the sight for other trips, I learn the pickup location had changed. So we didn't take the tour.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Darryl_M,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.
We are very sorry to hear about the confusion regarding the pickup location and that you were unable to join the tour. Clear communication and a smooth start are very important to us, and we regret that this did not meet your expectations on this occasion.
Your comments have been noted, and we will review our communication processes to help ensure that all guests are fully informed of any changes in advance. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and hope we may have the opportunity to welcome you on an Evan Evans tour in the future under better circumstances.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
allyson_r, Dec 2025
Very knowledgeable tour guide, with whit - best time to see london. Had a nice view of the lights also
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear allyson_r,
Thank you very much for your feedback.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found your guide both knowledgeable and witty. It’s wonderful to know that you had a great time seeing London and enjoyed the beautiful views of the lights.
We hope to welcome you back on another Evan Evans tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Aaron_L, Dec 2025
We only have a day to visit London and this tour drove by various points of interest we wanted to see in one shot…it was exactly what we wanted!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Aaron_L,
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that our tour was able to showcase the points of interest you wanted to see in just one day and that it met your expectations perfectly. It is wonderful to know that the experience was exactly what you were hoping for.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and hope to welcome you on another tour with us in the future.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Team
Lisa_S, Nov 2025
Was a Great experience! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and kept your attention because he was very personable and interacted with the customers. Highly recommend
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Lisa_S,
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback. We are delighted to hear that your tour was such a great experience and that your guide’s knowledge, personable approach, and engaging style made the day so enjoyable.
Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we are thrilled that you had such a positive experience with Evan Evans Tours.
Thank you again for choosing us. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Paige_T, Nov 2025
Had an amazing time, the man who ran the tour was very knowledgable and funny, he made the experience 10/10. Me and my mum had a great time and was beautiful seeing so much of London
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Paige_T,
Thank you very much for your lovely review.
We are delighted to hear that you and your mother had such an amazing time on the tour. It is wonderful to know that your guide’s knowledge, humour, and engaging style helped make the experience a 10/10 for you. We take great pride in offering tours that are both informative and enjoyable, and we are pleased that you were able to see so much of London in such a memorable way.
Thank you again for choosing Evan Evans Tours. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you both on another tour in the future.
Regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Corinne_O, Nov 2025
We had a 19 hour layover in London. This was a perfect way to “see” everything without doing anything. Was quick and the bus didn’t really stop or slow down for pictures unless you were at a stoplight so night photos weren’t great but it served our purposes.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Corinne_O,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We’re pleased to hear that our tour fit well into your 19-hour layover and offered a convenient way to see the highlights of London without the need for extensive walking or planning. We understand that nighttime conditions and the pace of the tour can make photography challenging, especially when the bus cannot stop outside designated areas. Nevertheless, we’re glad the experience met your needs and helped you make the most of your short stay.
We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again—perhaps for a daytime tour—on your next visit to London.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Polina_E, Nov 2025
Great way to see London at night. Fun and informative tour, curated by very knowledgeable guide. Thank you for wonderful experience!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Polina_E,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing London illuminated at night and that the tour was both fun and informative. It is wonderful to know that your guide’s knowledge and commentary enhanced the experience for you.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are pleased to have been part of your memorable evening in London. We hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours
LindaLeonti_R, Oct 2025
It was fun, historic, beautiful. Michael, our guide was great. He made it very entertaining. Sit up top.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear LindaLeonti_R,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and found it fun, historic, and beautiful. It’s wonderful to know that Michael’s engaging and entertaining guidance made the experience even more memorable.
We appreciate your tip about sitting up top and hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour in the future.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Mandy_W, Oct 2025
A lot of walking but the guide made it fun. Ideas are something to make you think. I’d do it again. At night makes it a little more spooky.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Mandy_W,
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad the guide made the walk fun and thought-provoking. A nighttime tour does add that spooky touch!
We’d love to welcome you again soon.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Kimberly_M, Oct 2025
Wonderful tour.. our tour guide was great
He was very informative.
Saw areas I have never seen before.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Kimberly_M,
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that your guide provided informative commentary and that you discovered new and exciting areas during the tour.
We look forward to welcoming you on another Evan Evans Tour soon.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
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