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 1,064 reviews
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.
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
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!!
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.
Kind regards,
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.
Kind regards,
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
Renea_T, Oct 2025
Microphone wasn’t working but Michael spoke loudly, entertained us and kept the bus lively! Even under difficult circumstances, this was a highlight. The night tour is def worth it!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Renea_T,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback.
We’re glad to hear that Michael kept the tour lively and entertaining despite the microphone issues. It’s fantastic to know the night tour was a highlight of your visit.
Thank you for choosing Evan Evans Tours. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
Regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Tina_L, Oct 2025
Loved the dry humor. Couldn't hear very well but we did sit in the last row up top. I liked that the guide also prepared us and let us know to turn around for photos or selfies.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Tina_L,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re glad you enjoyed the guide’s dry humor and appreciated the helpful photo tips. We’re sorry to hear that hearing was a bit challenging from the last row, and we’ll take this into consideration to improve the experience for all guests.
Thank you for choosing Evan Evans Tours. We hope to welcome you again soon.
Regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Susan_M, Oct 2025
Our tour guide was very gracious, polite and very witty🤣 I would definitely recommend this tour! Very very good!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Susan_M,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the tour and that your guide’s gracious, witty approach made it even more memorable. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
We hope to see you again on another Evan Evans experience soon.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Team
Donna_H, Oct 2025
We loved seeing London lit up at night! Great informative and entertaining night tour. I took some beautiful pictures of the city We would definitely do this tour again. Make sure to dress properly for the cool weather
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Donna_H,
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the London night tour and found it both informative and entertaining. It’s wonderful that you were able to capture some beautiful pictures of the city illuminated at night.
We appreciate your recommendation to dress warmly for the cooler weather, as guest comfort is always a priority for us.
We look forward to welcoming you on another tour in the future.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours Team
Jennifer_D, Oct 2025
It can get very cold , wrap up well. The tour guide was funny & kept us entertained, when traffic was heavy, the congestion is a downside but seeing Big Ben at night & London eye, London Bridge was great , we enjoyed it .
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Jennifer_D,
Thank you for sharing your recent experience with our London evening tour. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed seeing some of the city's most iconic landmarks beautifully lit up at night, including Big Ben, the London Eye, and London Bridge.
It’s also wonderful to know that your guide kept the group entertained—even during periods of heavy traffic. Our guides take great pride in creating enjoyable and engaging experiences, and we’re glad this was reflected in your tour.
We appreciate your note about the chilly evening conditions and agree that wrapping up warmly is a must, especially during colder months. Thank you for highlighting this helpful tip for future guests.
While traffic congestion can be an unavoidable part of touring London by vehicle, we’re always looking for ways to improve our routes and timing where possible to minimise delays and ensure our guests get the most from their experience.
Thank you once again for choosing Evan Evans Tours. We hope to welcome you back on another journey with us soon.
Kind regards,
Evan Evans Tours Team
Katherine_M, Oct 2025
We loved our narrator/guide!!! we were on the 7:30 PM October 2 tour and he was absolutely fantastic and lots of fun!!!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Katherine_M,
Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the 7:30 PM tour on October 2 and that your narrator and guide made the experience both fun and memorable.
We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words—they’ll be delighted to know their efforts were appreciated.
Thanks again for choosing Evan Evans Tours. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon!
Regards,
Evan Evans Tours Team
Linda_E, Oct 2025
Night tour covers best sites in London at night with commentary We had a good time and would recommend.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Linda_E,
Thank you for your kind feedback regarding our London Night Tour. We're so pleased to hear that you had a good time and enjoyed seeing the city's iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated after dark.
We're also glad the commentary added to your experience, helping bring the sights to life as you explored London by night. Your recommendation means a great deal to us.
We hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour in the near future.
Regards,
Evan Evans Tours Team
Jane_R, Sep 2025
Great tour. Lots to see. Great commentary. Didn’t realise how vast the city was until seen at night.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Jane_R,
Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed the tour and the commentary along the way. Seeing the city at night truly offers a whole new perspective — it’s always a highlight for many of our guests!
We appreciate you choosing Evan Evans Tours and hope to welcome you again soon.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Jamie_E, Sep 2025
Got to see a lot of London landmarks at night
Sat outside a double decker bus. Great tour guide informative
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Jamie_E,
Thank you for your kind feedback and for joining us on the London by Night tour.
We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed seeing so many of London’s iconic landmarks illuminated at night—it's truly a unique way to experience the city. Sitting outside on the top deck certainly adds to the atmosphere, and we’re delighted that you found the experience both enjoyable and memorable.
It’s also wonderful to hear that your tour guide was informative and enhanced your journey with their knowledge and commentary. We take great pride in our guides, and your feedback will be passed along to the team.
We hope to welcome you back on another Evan Evans tour in the near future.
Warm regards,
The Evan Evans Tours Team
Sarah_C, Sep 2025
A great tour of London. That pointed out sites of historic importance.
I’d recommend wearing something warm in the colder months especially if you sit on the open top part of the bus as it gets a little bit cold
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Sarah_C,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and found the commentary on London’s historic sites valuable. Your helpful tip about dressing warmly for colder months, especially when seated on the open top of the bus, is appreciated and will surely benefit future guests.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour soon.
Regards,
Evan Evans Tours
Candice_R, Sep 2025
Amazing tour all around London. There’s a live tour guide with lots of jokes and info. The drive is slow enough to have multiple photo ops. You’ll see much more than what’s listed on the itinerary. 10/10 recommend. Dress warm
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Candice_R,
Thank you for sharing your amazing experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the live commentary filled with humor and information, and that the pace of the tour allowed for plenty of photo opportunities.
It’s wonderful to know that the tour exceeded your expectations and that you would highly recommend it. Your tip to dress warmly is also appreciated and helpful for future guests.
Thank you once again for choosing Evans Evans Tours. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon.
Kind regards,
Evans Evans Tours Team
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