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Christmas lights tour on a vintage Routemaster bus

London Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Bus Open Top

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Useful things to know before your visit

Address: Grand Hotel, 8 Northumberland Avenue WC2N 5BY

What are the dates?

19th November to 20th December 2026 · Thu-Sun

How long does the tour last?

1 hour 15 mins

How much do the tickets cost?

Prices start from £28

Which buses go to Grand Hotel?

Bus routes 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 24, 29, 30 and 53 all stop close by

Which is the closest train station?

The nearest station is Charing Cross, which connects with the Bakerloo and Northern lines. It also serves National Rail trains. It only takes two minutes to walk to Grand Hotel

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Enjoy the spectacular Christmas lights from the top deck of a classic Routemaster bus.

The red Routemaster bus and Oxford Street lightsPhoto: getyourguide.com
The red Routemaster bus and Oxford Street lights

As you soak up the seasonal atmosphere onboard the specially decorated bus, you'll be treated to some amusing commentary that will leave the passengers laughing all across the capital.

Christmas tree in Waterloo PlacePhoto: londondrum.com
Christmas tree in Waterloo Place

Your tour guide will bring the city to life, pointing out all the best Christmas trees and Christmassy shop window displays, whilst highlighting the famous landmarks all beautifully lit up at night so you don't miss them.

Front of Harrods illuminated with golden bulbsPhoto: londondrum.com
Front of Harrods illuminated with golden bulbs

Highlights include the bright lights strung across Oxford Street and Regent Street, the window displays in Fortnum & Mason, the famous Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square (from early December), and the thousands of lightbulbs illuminating the front of Harrods - the world's most luxurious department store.

Still looking for things to do? See what’s happening in London on 19 November, events in London this week, London events this November and what’s on near Trafalgar Square

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