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Tours/London/London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus

London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus

4.3(1,103)London1h 30min
VIATOR4.3(856)TRIPADVISOR4.4(247)
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
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London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus
London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus

At a glance

Duration
1h 30min
Price from
$42 / person
Location
London, United Kingdom
Rating
4.3 / 5 · 1,103 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 60
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Evan Evans Tours
Meeting point
Departure PointThe 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 pointReturns to the departure pointIf the bus stop is not in use (due to the construction), please wait below bus stop.

Description

Discover London after dark on a 1.5-hour night tour of the city. Traveling by double decker, see top London attractions lit up, including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye. Learn fascinating facts about these legendary landmarks from your expert guide and hear insider tips on exciting places to visit in the capital at night. - 90 minute open-top bus tour of locations especially chosen for their night-time appearance - All departures are guaranteed live guided - The most comprehensive night time tour of London available - Enjoy 'traffic free' London on this relaxing easy paced tour - The only night time tour to cover the area of Kensington - including the Royal Albert Hall, Natural History Museum & Harrods

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
7 times a day, 7:30 PM–10:15 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 16+)
$42
Child (ages 5–15)
$22
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free

In demand: 150 of the next 210 departures are already sold out.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.

Tour Options

See London by Night

Itinerary

See London By Night
Pass by

The "See London By Night" Tour has been especially designed to show you the very best of London's famous landmarks, all beautifully lit up in the night sky. Tours are fully guided (in English) and depart from our bus stop on Piccadilly, next to the Ritz Hotel by Green Park underground station. There will be an option to use an audio guide in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin and Japanese

Fortnum & Mason
Pass by

Fortnum & Mason is an upmarket department store in Piccadilly, London, with additional stores at St Pancras railway station and Heathrow Airport in London, as well as various stockists worldwide. Its headquarters are located at 181 Piccadilly, where it was established in 1707 by William Fortnum and Hugh Mason.

Knightsbridge
Pass by

Bordering vast Hyde Park, Knightsbridge is an upscale area with grand Victorian homes and leafy garden squares. Tourists and well-to-do international residents mingle in high-end restaurants and shops, including the iconic Harrods department store. The Victoria and Albert Museum showcases decorative arts and has blockbuster exhibitions, while the Italianate London Oratory church hosts organ recitals.

Tower Bridge
Pass by

Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London, built between 1886 and 1894. The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. Because of this, Tower Bridge is sometimes confused with London Bridge, situated some 0.5 mi upstream.

St. Paul's Cathedral
Pass by

St Paul's Cathedral, London, is an Anglican cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese of London. It sits on Ludgate Hill at the highest point of the City of London and is a Grade I listed building.

Green Park
Pass by

The Green Park, usually known without the article simply as Green Park, is one of the Royal Parks of London. It is located in the City of Westminster, Central London.

Piccadilly Circus
Pass by

Piccadilly Circus is a road junction and public space of London's West End in the City of Westminster. It was built in 1819 to connect Regent Street with Piccadilly. In this context, a circus, from the Latin word meaning "circle", is a round open space at a street junction.

Westminster Abbey
Pass by

Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, England, just to the west of the Palace of Westminster.

Houses of Parliament
Pass by

The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.

London Eye
Pass by

The London Eye is a cantilevered observation wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It is Europe's tallest cantilevered observation wheel, and is the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom with over 3.75 million visitors annually, and has made many appearances in popular culture.

Thames River
Pass by

The River Thames, known alternatively in parts as the Isis, is a river that flows through southern England including London. At 215 miles, it is the longest river entirely in England and the second-longest in the United Kingdom, after the River Severn. It flows through Oxford, Reading, Henley-on-Thames and Windsor.

Harrods
Pass by

Harrods is a department store located on Brompton Road in Knightsbridge, London, England. It is owned by the state of Qatar via its sovereign wealth fund, the Qatar Investment Authority.

Royal Albert Hall
Pass by

The Royal Albert Hall is a concert hall on the northern edge of South Kensington, London. One of the United Kingdom's most treasured and distinctive buildings, it is a registered charity held in trust for the nation, as it receives no public or government funding. It can seat 5,267.

Natural History Museum
Pass by

The Natural History Museum in London is a natural history museum that exhibits a vast range of specimens from various segments of natural history. It is one of three major museums on Exhibition Road in South Kensington, the others being the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum.

What's included

Included
Live commentary on board
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.3
1,103 reviews
5
703
4
198
3
98
2
40
1
64

How it compares in London

  • Starting price $42 is 38% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in London

Excurgo comparison of 4,764 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus take?

London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 14 stops.

How much does London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus cost?

Prices start at $42 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 7:30 PM and 10:15 PM.

How much does London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus cost for children?

Children aged 5–15 pay from $22, adults from $42. Infants go free.

Does London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus sell out?

It can: 150 of the next 210 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.

Can I cancel London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 60 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(1,103)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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edmundleejm
September 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Poor experience

TThe temperature was quite low, bus/wind made it difficult to hear the guide and its impossible to pause for nighttime photography.

M
Marisol_R
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
The bus didn’t leave to...

The bus didn’t leave to almost 9:20pm after having tickets for 8:30pm. It drove a little too quick to get pictures of the main attractions. If the bus was stopped because of the red light then it was the only time to grab a picture if you were in a great place. Even thought my son and I walked the London we wanted to see it at night. I wasn’t impressed with London by night.

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Irma_Q
September 25, 2026 · via Viator
Close to the Stars ride

We leave the bus station at 8pm because of traffic jam. But was very well narrated and amenic. Love the tour guide jokes

C
COLIN_A
September 21, 2026 · via Viator
Fantastic Evening's Entertainment

Highly entertaining, very informative and very personable tour guide. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend!! 👌

Operator response

Dear guest, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad you found the tour entertaining, informative, and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation! 👌 EvanEvansTours Team

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Excursion574945
September 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Such a great way to see London

Absolutely fantastic with a knowledgeable guide who made the 90 minute tour so enjoyable. Thoroughly recommend

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted our knowledgeable guide made your 90-minute tour so enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation! EvanEvansTour Team

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Rola_R
September 20, 2026 · via Viator
Nice average night tour

Nice night tour.The bus cleanliness and comfort is average. The tour guide is great. Pick up location is good

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the night tour and found the guide great. We also appreciate your comments on the bus and pickup location. EvanEvansTour Team

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Eugenia_S
September 15, 2026 · via Viator
Filthy Bus

The bus was filthy and smelled of urine. The description of this tour was misleading. You’re not allowed to get close to Buckingham Palace in a bus so you don’t actually see it. The host was in inappropriate, obnoxious, and vulgar. Please do not waste your money on this. There are many other tour companies that will do what you are promised. I left this tour very disappointed. The tour was so bad that I wanted to leave halfway through the bus ride because the tour guide was rude and not informative. I purposely sat upstairs where I could feel the cool wind because the bus smelled so bad.

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your experience fell so far short of expectations. We sincerely apologize for the condition and unpleasant smell of the bus. A clean, comfortable environment is an important part of the experience we aim to provide, and your comments will be shared with our operations team for review. We’re also sorry that the tour did not match your expectations regarding the Buckingham Palace viewing and that you found the guide’s conduct and commentary inappropriate and uninformative. We take feedback about our guides very seriously and will ensure your concerns are passed to the appropriate team for review. We understand how disappointing it must have been to leave the tour feeling this way, particularly after looking forward to the experience. Thank you again for bringing these concerns to our attention. Warm regards, EvanEvansTours Team

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Wendy_E
September 13, 2026 · via Viator
This was a great tour to...

This was a great tour to see London at night. It was well worth it for us to relax and take in the scenery after a long day.

Operator response

Dear guest, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing London at night and that the tour gave you the perfect opportunity to relax and take in the scenery after a long day. We’re so pleased you found the experience worthwhile and hope you’ll join us again on another London adventure! EvanEvansTours Team

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Denise_G
September 5, 2026 · via Viator
Driving through London

So much fun! Great experience on this bus, riding up top. Saw many lovely points of interest. Pickup location was very convenient. Would definitely recommend,

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted you had such a fun experience, enjoyed the views from the top of the bus, and found the pickup location convenient. We truly appreciate your recommendation! EvanEvansTours Team

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Rene_C
September 4, 2026 · via Viator
Wonderful tour

We had such a wonderful experience on this tour! Everything was well organized, enjoyable, and informative from beginning to end. Our tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience interesting and fun. We especially appreciated how much information our guide shared while still keeping the tour relaxed and enjoyable. We never felt rushed, and there was a great balance between learning about the area and having time to really take everything in. We have taken many tours throughout our month-long European vacation, and this was definitely one of the good ones. It was a great way to experience the area, and we’re very happy we booked it. Thank you for a memorable experience. We would absolutely recommend this tour to others!

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience with us and that everything was well organized, informative, and enjoyable from beginning to end. It’s especially lovely to hear that you appreciated the balance between learning and having time to relax and take in the sights. We’re thrilled that your guide helped make the experience both interesting and fun. We’re truly honored to hear that our tour stood out among the many experiences you enjoyed during your month-long European vacation. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we’re so happy you chose to spend part of your journey with EvanEvansTours. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back on another memorable tour in the future! Warm regards, EvanEvansTours Team

$42/ person
4.3(1,103)
Duration1h 30min
LanguagesEN
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