Top 15 London Christmas Lights Tours in London

1.London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,040 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $41Our pick

Ride from the London Eye through The Strand, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Fortnum & Mason, and Big Ben. A live English-speaking guide shares London facts and festive traditions during this 60 to 90 minute, non-stop evening tour.

“The bus did not have enough room on the top for my family of 3. We could not see anything from the seats below. Very disappointed.”

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2.London Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Double-Decker Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 135 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Ride a restored 50-year-old vintage bus through London after dark, passing Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Harrods, Oxford Street, Regent Street, and Piccadilly Circus. Guides such as Steve, John, and Magnus add London history and seasonal stories. Dress warmly, since the open upper deck can be very cold.

“It was just bus ride through the shopping district. There were some lights but now what was expected. We were looking for lights through the city and houses. There was a good history lesson while we were driving around. Disappointed on the lights.”

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3.London Christmas Lights Guided Tour With Christmas Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $40Top rated

Walk London’s brightest Christmas streets with a guide, silent disco headphones, festive music, and stories. The route includes Oxford Street, Neal’s Yard, Seven Dials, Leicester Square, Regent Street, and Soho. Kris is one host praised for bringing extra energy to the evening.

“My friends and I had a really great time definitely recommend and want to try one of the other ones soon”

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4.London Christmas Lights Private Tour by Traditional Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Ride through Mayfair, Chelsea, Belgravia, and Kensington in a private black cab with guides such as Steve, Gordon, Andrew, and Greg. Expect London landmarks, festive shop windows, frequent photo stops, and the choice to finish at your hotel or Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.

“We all loved the cab tour, our driver David was welcoming, informative and made the tour a lovely experience! We saw parts of the city we wouldn’t have seen otherwise in 2.5 hours, especially on a rainy day!”

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5.Christmas Lights and Markets Guided Walking Tour with Mulled Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Walk from Covent Garden to Trafalgar Square with an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Henry, Carlos, or Jack. Expect Christmas lights, craft stalls, street performers, holiday history, and one complimentary glass of hot spiced mulled wine in a group of no more than 10.

“The Christmas lights and markets excursion was no rush, full of dynamic and great stories! Tom was expressive, artistic and fun guide we simply fell in love with! He took thorough care of us as individuals and a group in that way we became friends by the end of the tour. Highly recommended!”

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6.London Christmas Lights Bike Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $62

Ride through London after dark with a local guide, passing Sloane Square, Harrods, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, and Southbank’s Christmas market. You’ll cover far more ground than on foot, with a bike, helmet, and Santa hat provided. Guides such as Felix, George, and Dom have led past tours.

“My husband and I took this tour at the end of November . We were worried about the predictable bad weather, fortunately it only rained for a small portion of the trip. This is a wonderful way to see what a magical city London is. It really helped me get more familiar with the layout of the land . So different to experience it by bicycle. We were a small group, just five, including our very knowledgeable guide. Always be ready for rain, don't forget a waterproof jacket with a hood. We both thoroughly enjoyed the tour.”

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7.London Christmas Lights Guided Tour by Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Dave for a three-hour private London Christmas lights tour by cab. See Oxford Street, Regent Street, Bond Street, Trafalgar Square, Westminster, South Bank, and Mayfair, with pickup offered, bottled water, and an itinerary you can tailor for your group of up to six.

“David’s tour is great! We had a wonderful tour of London and all of its festive lights and decorations as well as learning a bit of history. I highly recommend it.”

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8.Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 31 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $39

Ride an open-top bus from Green Park for about an hour, passing Marble Arch, Oxford Street, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, the London Eye, and Westminster. A live English-speaking guide, including guides such as Michael, adds history and festive detail. Dress warmly for the best upper-deck views.

“Saturday night, very heavy traffic, buses running late because of that, and route diverted to completely different than advertised. Only thing that was as supposed to be, was the top deck seats. Hence 2 stars. We got to see few christmas lights from far away, but to say the truth you can see much more much better walking 10 minutes towards Mayfair from Leicester square tube. Really never worth £29 per person.”

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9.London Private Christmas Lights Taxi Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Ride through London’s best Christmas displays in a private licensed taxi with a driver-guide such as Stella, Gary, or Paul. Stop for photos at Regent Street, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Bond Street, and Victoria Embankment, with pickup from many central postcodes.

“Richard was the best! He knew where all the lights were and gave us background history for some of the areas and buildings. He was encouraging and took pictures of our family for us. It really was the highlight of our London Christmas trip!”

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10.London Christmas Lights Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $61

Join official London Tour Guides Caroline or Phil at Covent Garden for a two-hour evening walk through London's brightest Christmas displays. See Trafalgar Square, Bond Street, Regent Street, Oxford Street, and Carnaby Street, with time for photos and a group limited to 15.

“At Christmas its a sea of humanity. But very worth it. Wear comfortable shoes. You'll love it. Peace”

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11.London Christmas Lights Private Guided Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join guide Simon in a private electric black cab for three hours of London's Christmas lights. Choose a Central London pickup, visit Oxford Street, Bond Street, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, and more, with time for photos and a route shaped around your interests.

“This was a great tour. Our guide was friendly and knowledgable. We are certain we wouldn’t have visited most of these spots if it weren’t for this tour. Lastly, even our teen aged daughters enjoyed the experience.”

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12.Christmas Lights and Markets London Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Ride through London after dark with a private taxi and guide, stopping at Oxford Street, Regent Street, Covent Garden, Southbank, Chelsea, and Trafalgar Square. Guides such as Alan and Glen add local history, festive details, and help with memorable photos.

“The Christmas lights and Markets tour was fantastic. We would have never seen all that we did with Alan had we not booked this tour. Well worth the cost and highly recommend.”

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13.Magical London Christmas Lights Walking Tour with a Londoner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27Best value

Join a Londoner at 4 pm for a two-hour Christmas lights walk from The Clermont London, Charing Cross to Carnaby Street. Guide Rich leads a group of up to 20 through Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, Bond Street, and Regent Street, sharing British Christmas customs along the way.

“It’s a beautiful and magical tour and you really get into the Christmas spirit. However, beyond anyone’s control, the crowds were overwhelming! Our guide Rich, was outstanding, which made the tour fun and informative. So many stunning displays and so so so many people! Thanks Rich!”

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14.London Bespoke Black Cab Christmas Lights & Sights Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours in a private London black cab with a guide such as Paul or Graham, visiting major light displays and decorated corners from Trafalgar Square to Harrods and Covent Garden. Pickup is available anywhere in Central London, and your group of up to six travels together.

“Graham is delightful! He not only showed me the lights, but he shared a lot of historical information about the many places we visited. This tour exceeded my expectations and I wish I could give it more than five stars.”

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15.London Exclusive Christmas Lights Guided Tour by Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Ride through London’s festive streets in a private black cab for up to six people. Guide-driver Bryan can shape the route around your interests, from Christmas lights and royal sights to music, architecture, and local stories. Hotel pickup within five miles of Trafalgar Square is included.

“Brian gave a great tour. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He added in a legends of rock tour when he found out my sons were Beatles and Rolling Stones fans. We saw all the amazing London light displays and took lots of photos.”

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