Golden Tours: London By Night Open Top Bus Tour

Enjoy a panoramic open-top bus tour through London after dark
See the famous landmarks beautifully illuminated against the night sky
Listen to an English-speaking live guide who shares interesting facts
Experience the bright and lively atmosphere on a scenic night-time bus tour
Take in the beautiful evening atmosphere along the River Thames
Smartphone Voucher is Accepted! No need to take a printed ticket!

The London by Night Open Top Bus Tour offers a wonderful way to see the city after sunset, when its famous landmarks and streets come alive with bright lights. This panoramic journey takes you past some of London’s most popular sights, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, the River Thames and the historic Tower of London. From the open-top bus, you can enjoy clear views of the illuminated buildings while discovering the city from a different perspective. A live English-speaking guide shares interesting facts, historical information and entertaining stories about London throughout the tour. You can also use an audio guide available in 12 languages, including German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic. Kids’ commentary in English is also available, making the experience suitable for families. With convenient departure options, this London by Night Open Top Bus Tour is a simple and enjoyable way to explore London’s famous sights at night.

See London in a whole new light as you travel past its famous landmarks and lively streets on a scenic open-top bus tour after dark. Begin your London by Night Open Top Bus Tour from your convenient location. Board the open-top bus and get ready to explore London after dark. As the city lights come on, enjoy a different view of the capital from the comfort of your seat. Marvel at how the beautiful landmarks light up at night, giving you an entirely new perspective of the stunning city. The journey takes you past the illuminated Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, one of London’s most recognisable landmarks. As you travel through the city, enjoy views of the River Thames and listen to interesting information about London from the live English-speaking guide. Continue through Central London towards Piccadilly Circus, where bright advertising screens light up the area. The lively atmosphere and colourful surroundings offer a memorable view of one of the capital’s well-known locations. Your guide shares facts and stories about the places you see along the way.

Experience London’s magic after dark, capturing the city’s most dazzling seasonal displays and iconic landmarks all lit up for Christmas. The tour continues past Buckingham Palace and towards the historic Tower of London. Admire the Tower’s impressive architecture as it is beautifully illuminated against the night sky. Along the journey, discover interesting details about London’s history and hear some of the city’s darker stories, including the tale of the infamous Sweeney Todd. Throughout the tour, you can follow the commentary through an audio guide available in 12 languages, including German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic. Kids’ commentary in English is also available, making the experience suitable for families with children. Offering exceptional value, vast seating, picture ¬perfect scenery, and making your trip as exceptional as possible.

The London by Night Open Top Bus Tour concludes after exploring London’s illuminated landmarks from the open-top bus. With a combination of famous sights, historical information, entertaining stories, and multilingual commentary, the experience offers a unique way to discover London as it comes alive after dark. Arguably one of the best ways to see the city, this tour is perfect for those who want to get a taste of London's best in a short amount of time.

Panoramic Night Tour of London
Live English-speaking guide
Audio guides available in 12 languages German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic.
Kids commentary in English

Gratuities
Food and Drinks

Free Wifi: Yes.
Wheelchair or Stroller accessible: No.
Voucher Information: Mobile Vouchers are accepted!
This tour is not a HOHO Bus Tour. You cannot hop on and hop off on this tour.
Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
During the summer months, this tour will operate mainly in daylight.
The vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day.
For London Eye, look out for the Jubilee Gardens on Belvedere Road, which is in front of the London Eye.
For Green Park, if arriving by London Underground, take the Piccadilly Southside station exit and look out for the Golden Tours bus. Please see the map on the Schedule tab for more info.
We recommend that if you’re taking the tour in the cooler months, you wear a coat on board to keep warm.
Please note that there are no restrooms available on the bus.

London Eye Departure Times (Subject to change):

7:00pm tour, Check in at 6:45pm
8:00pm tour, Check in at 7:45pm
9:00pm tour, Check in at 8:45pm

Green Park Departure Times (Subject to change):

6:00pm tour, Check in at 5:45pm
7:00pm tour, Check in at 6:45pm
8:00pm tour, Check in at 7:45pm
9:00pm tour, Check in at 8:45pm

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You must cancel your booking at least 24 Hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 Hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 Hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.