London by Night Open Top Bus Tour tickets

Enjoy a glittering night-time view of some of London’s top attractions with the London by Night Open Top Bus Tour.

See iconic London landmarks lit up against the backdrop of the night sky on this incredible London night bus tour. Enjoy panoramic views of the epic London skyline and famous landmarks such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey.

On this London open top bus ride, you will also get to learn about the history of London and its darker secrets, with the live-speaking onboard guide setting the scene for your 90-minute trip.

What is the London by Night Open Top Bus Tour route and what will I see?

As dusk falls, hop aboard a London open top bus and soak up the evening atmosphere as you explore central London after dark. The London by Night Open Top Bus Tour will take you through the city’s most memorable locations including vibrant Trafalgar Square and the neon lights of Piccadilly Circus.

With the open top bus London tour, you’ll see a whole host of iconic landmarks spring vividly to life against the night sky, including:

• Buckingham Palace
• Tower Bridge
• Tower of London
• The Shard
• Big Ben
• Houses of Parliament
• The London Eye
• St Paul’s Cathedral

Download the route map [5.4mb].

How can I book tickets for London by Night Open Top Bus Tour?

You can buy tickets for the London by Night Open Top Bus Tour using the booking button on this page.

Where does the London by Night Open Top Bus Tour start?

Choose from two night sightseeing bus London departure locations: either depart from the London Eye or Green Park. All tours return to the same departure point.

London Eye departures start and end at the London Eye, near Waterloo (London Eye, Belvedere Road, Tourist bus, London SE1 7NA). There are daily departures at 7pm and 8pm.

Green Park departures start and end at Green Park Station (Green Park Station, Piccadilly, Tourist Bus Stop, W1J 9DZ). There are daily departures at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm.

Be sure to check the details on your booking confirmation. 

How long is the London by Night Bus Tour?

The London by Night Open Top Bus Tour lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes.

Note, this is not a hop-on hop-off tour and guests must remain on the bus for the duration of the tour. 

How much does the London by Night Bus Tour cost?

Tickets start from £16 per child between five and 15 years old, and £29 per adult. Family tickets are also available and cost £78 for two adults and two children.

Which languages are available for the tour?

Tickets include a live English-speaking guide, subject to availability. Audio guides are available in 12 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Hindi, Japanese and Arabic. There is also free wifi available on the bus.

Why should I see London by night?

London by night offers a different glimpse into the capital after dark. Day tours are great for visiting the city's top attractions. Night tours are the ultimate treat to sit back, relax and appreciate all those sights from the comfort of your seat, lit up in gorgeous fashion for a completely different view on the capital.

More London night tours

As well as night bus tours, check out more of the best London night tours for a different take on the city, including themed night bus tours, dinner cruises, pub crawls, evening bike rides and spooky walking tours.

Highlights include the Ghost Bus Tours, Murder Mystery Night Cruises, Jack The Ripper Walking Tours and City Cruises' London Dinner Cruises and Jazz Dinner Cruises. To secure a spot, be sure to book online early for your after-hours adventure.