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Christmas in London

It's the best time of the year with Christmas arriving in London! Visit multiple famous attractions in London, offering exclusive and limited-time Christmas special events. From seeing Hogwarts all decked up for Christmas to marveling at the giant Christmas tree at LEGOLAND®, choose from our wide range of Christmas in London activities.

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Red phone booth near Leicester Square with Christmas lights and decorations.
Open-top bus on London Christmas Lights Night Tour by Golden Tours.
Festive Christmas tree with lights in central London street at night.
London street adorned with illuminated Christmas arches at night.
Tower Bridge illuminated at night with Christmas lights in London.
Trafalgar Square at night with Christmas tree and fountains, London, England.
London street adorned with festive Christmas lights during the London Christmas Lights Tour.
Christmas lights and angel decorations on Regent Street, London, with red double-decker buses below.
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  • Cruise through London on a 90-minute night bus tour, catching sparkling lights and epic Christmas displays that transform the city into a winter wonderland.

  • Start your adventure from a choice of 3 locations and soak up the sparkling city views from the upper deck for open-air or lower deck for comfort.

  • Get the inside scoop on London’s rich history from a live English-speaking guide while savoring London's landmarks from the upper or lower deck of the bus!

  • Click stunning night photos as you glide past Southbank’s Christmas market, Oxford Street’s 5,000 sustainable stars, and the lit-up London Eye as your backdrop.

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  • Cruise through London on a 90-minute night bus tour, catching sparkling lights and epic Christmas displays that transform the city into a winter wonderland.

  • Start your adventure from a choice of 3 locations and soak up the sparkling city views from the upper deck for open-air or lower deck for comfort.

  • Get the inside scoop on London’s rich history from a live English-speaking guide while savoring London's landmarks from the upper or lower deck of the bus!

  • Click stunning night photos as you glide past Southbank’s Christmas market, Oxford Street’s 5,000 sustainable stars, and the lit-up London Eye as your backdrop.

from £25
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Tower Bridge in London with a decorated Christmas tree in the foreground.
London street with Christmas lights and red double-decker buses.
Big Ben and Christmas tree lights in London at night.
Trafalgar Square at night with Christmas lights in London.
Person taking a photo of Christmas lights in London.
London street with Christmas lights, iconic red telephone booth, and Harrods in the background.
Crowd ice skating by a Christmas tree at the Natural History Museum in London.
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  • Choose between three Christmas Day experiences: a London city tour with a Christmas Day service, a cathedral service and countryside tour with lunch, or a festive river cruise.

  • All tours offer true Christmas Day exclusivity, with expertly guided moments, smooth organisation, and memorable festive highlights.

  • Relax on a Christmas Day panoramic London tour on a luxury bus with an English-speaking guide, ending with the Sung Eucharist at Westminster Abbey.

  • Spend Christmas Day in Canterbury with a cathedral service, a traditional Christmas lunch and White Cliffs photo stop, plus a Greenwich drive-through.

  • Enjoy a premium Thames Christmas lunch cruise with wine, music, festive décor and carols. Sip on tea or coffee, or buy drinks from the licensed bar for a holistic experience.

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  • Choose between three Christmas Day experiences: a London city tour with a Christmas Day service, a cathedral service and countryside tour with lunch, or a festive river cruise.

  • All tours offer true Christmas Day exclusivity, with expertly guided moments, smooth organisation, and memorable festive highlights.

  • Relax on a Christmas Day panoramic London tour on a luxury bus with an English-speaking guide, ending with the Sung Eucharist at Westminster Abbey.

  • Spend Christmas Day in Canterbury with a cathedral service, a traditional Christmas lunch and White Cliffs photo stop, plus a Greenwich drive-through.

  • Enjoy a premium Thames Christmas lunch cruise with wine, music, festive décor and carols. Sip on tea or coffee, or buy drinks from the licensed bar for a holistic experience.

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£53.10

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Trafalgar Square at night with Christmas tree and fountains, London, England.
London Christmas lights and red bus on Tootbus tour at night.
Tower Bridge illuminated at night with Christmas lights in London.
People attending mass at Sagrada Familia, Barcelona.
Open-top bus on London Christmas Lights Night Tour by Golden Tours.
Leeds Castle illuminated at night with Christmas tree, Kent, England.
Historic buildings and war memorial in Canterbury town center, England.
Mother and child admiring toys at a Christmas market stall.
Prosecco glasses served on Berlin dinner cruise.
Thames River ferry passing Greenwich riverfront buildings in London.
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  • Pick between three festive Christmas Eve experiences in London: choose from an evening lights tour, a full dining-and-Mass celebration, or a countryside day trip.

  • These tours operate only on Christmas Eve and are perfect for anyone seeking festive experiences without the planning stress.

  • See London’s iconic holiday lights across Parliament Square, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and more on a guided luxury bus tour with an English-speaking guide.

  • Enjoy a 3-course festive meal, panoramic tour of London’s Christmas lights and illuminated landmarks, and a magical Midnight Mass at St Martin-in-the-Fields.

  • Extend your Christmas Eve experience with a day trip to Leeds Castle (entry included), Canterbury’s Christmas Market, White Cliffs of Dover and a Greenwich drive-through.

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  • Pick between three festive Christmas Eve experiences in London: choose from an evening lights tour, a full dining-and-Mass celebration, or a countryside day trip.

  • These tours operate only on Christmas Eve and are perfect for anyone seeking festive experiences without the planning stress.

  • See London’s iconic holiday lights across Parliament Square, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and more on a guided luxury bus tour with an English-speaking guide.

  • Enjoy a 3-course festive meal, panoramic tour of London’s Christmas lights and illuminated landmarks, and a magical Midnight Mass at St Martin-in-the-Fields.

  • Extend your Christmas Eve experience with a day trip to Leeds Castle (entry included), Canterbury’s Christmas Market, White Cliffs of Dover and a Greenwich drive-through.

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Guests enjoying a Christmas dinner party on a Thames River cruise with Tower Bridge in the background.
Guests toasting at a Christmas dinner on a Thames River cruise.
Guests enjoying Christmas dinner on Thames River cruise with festive hats.
Guests toasting at Christmas dinner on Thames River cruise.
Friends toasting with wine on a Thames River Christmas lunch cruise in London.
City cruise boat on Thames River with Tower Bridge in the background, London.
Guests enjoying Christmas lunch on a Thames River cruise.
Guests toasting at Christmas dinner on Thames River cruise.
Guests enjoying Christmas dinner on Thames River cruise with festive decorations.
Guests taking a selfie at a Christmas dinner party on a Thames River cruise.
Guests enjoying Christmas dinner on Thames River cruise with festive hats and champagne.
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  • Step aboard a festive Christmas cruise and indulge in a delicious 3-course lunch or dinner, kicked off with a welcome glass of sparkling wine.

  • Enjoy the comfort of pre-allocated seating for a relaxed dining experience, plus a half bottle of wine per person, available only on dinner cruises.

  • Admire landmarks along the Thames from the cosy heated saloon or the open upper deck offering panoramic views as you sip on tea and coffee available throughout.

  • Celebrate the season with upbeat live music or a DJ spinning holiday hits, setting the mood for a merry and memorable cruise.

  • Soak in the festive spirit with holiday decorations adorning the boat and spread some Christmas cheer on the water or raise a toast at the fully stocked bar.

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  • Step aboard a festive Christmas cruise and indulge in a delicious 3-course lunch or dinner, kicked off with a welcome glass of sparkling wine.

  • Enjoy the comfort of pre-allocated seating for a relaxed dining experience, plus a half bottle of wine per person, available only on dinner cruises.

  • Admire landmarks along the Thames from the cosy heated saloon or the open upper deck offering panoramic views as you sip on tea and coffee available throughout.

  • Celebrate the season with upbeat live music or a DJ spinning holiday hits, setting the mood for a merry and memorable cruise.

  • Soak in the festive spirit with holiday decorations adorning the boat and spread some Christmas cheer on the water or raise a toast at the fully stocked bar.

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Children meeting Lego Santa at Legoland Christmas, London with castle backdrop.
Visitors at the entrance of Legoland Windsor with the iconic sign overhead.
Lego Big Ben with Santa's sleigh and reindeer at Legoland Christmas London.
Lego Christmas tree at Legoland London with colorful decorations and a star on top.
Family exploring Lego penguin display at Legoland Christmas, London.
Visitors enjoying a dragon-themed roller coaster at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort.
Lego elf sculpture with Christmas tree at Legoland London during holiday season.
Family enjoying Christmas at Legoland London with festive lights and decorations.
Family building LEGO creations at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort.
Lego Santa Claus among Christmas trees at Legoland London holiday display.
Family enjoying 4D ride at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort.
Family enjoying Christmas decorations at Legoland London.
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  • Step into a festive LEGO® wonderland with access to 20+ rides, enchanting Christmas shows, and holiday decorations throughout the park.

  • Be wowed by the giant DUPLO® Christmas tree and magical twinkling lights that transform LEGOLAND into a sparkling winter spectacular.

  • Get creative in the Build to Give Workshop, as each LEGO heart you build helps donate a set to a child in need this holiday season.

  • Snap a selfie with LEGO Santa, train like an elf in the Elf Training Academy, and experience the magic of the Festival of Flurries live show.

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  • Step into a festive LEGO® wonderland with access to 20+ rides, enchanting Christmas shows, and holiday decorations throughout the park.

  • Be wowed by the giant DUPLO® Christmas tree and magical twinkling lights that transform LEGOLAND into a sparkling winter spectacular.

  • Get creative in the Build to Give Workshop, as each LEGO heart you build helps donate a set to a child in need this holiday season.

  • Snap a selfie with LEGO Santa, train like an elf in the Elf Training Academy, and experience the magic of the Festival of Flurries live show.

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Christmas lights illuminate The Shard in London at night.
Christmas ornaments on a tree with a view of London from the Shard.
Visitors inside The Shard with panoramic views of London at dusk.
London skyline from The Shard at dusk, featuring illuminated cityscape and Thames River.
Glass observation deck at sunset with city view.
London skyline at night with The Shard and River Thames.
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  • Enjoy access to The View from The Shard, including levels 68, 69, and the open-air Skydeck on level 72 for views from one of Western Europe’s tallest buildings.

  • Delight in a holiday light display by artist Gustavo Zuluaga Villegas, as his design illuminates The Shard and is visible from up to 40 miles away.

  • Gain insights into London’s history and culture with immersive multimedia exhibits and on-site London experts available to answer questions and share stories.

  • Commemorate your visit with four professionally captured souvenir photos, with panoramic views across London’s festive skyline as your background.

  • Elevate your experience with an upgrade that includes a complimentary glass of champagne or a soft drink, plus a £5 credit at the retail store.

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  • Enjoy access to The View from The Shard, including levels 68, 69, and the open-air Skydeck on level 72 for views from one of Western Europe’s tallest buildings.

  • Delight in a holiday light display by artist Gustavo Zuluaga Villegas, as his design illuminates The Shard and is visible from up to 40 miles away.

  • Gain insights into London’s history and culture with immersive multimedia exhibits and on-site London experts available to answer questions and share stories.

  • Commemorate your visit with four professionally captured souvenir photos, with panoramic views across London’s festive skyline as your background.

  • Elevate your experience with an upgrade that includes a complimentary glass of champagne or a soft drink, plus a £5 credit at the retail store.

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London Eye lit up at night during Christmas, viewed from the Thames, part of The Original Tour London 24Hr Pass.
Champagne bottle and glasses on table with Christmas tree in background, London tour experience.
Guide assisting tourists with London Eye tickets at kiosk.
London Eye illuminated at night with city skyline in the background.
London Eye illuminated at night with vibrant pink lights, view from the riverside walkway.
London Eye illuminated at night, overlooking the Thames River and cityscape.
Group enjoying view inside the London Eye with Big Ben in the background.
London Eye illuminated at night, viewed through a path of lit trees.
Visitors taking a selfie on the London Eye with cityscape views.
London Eye illuminated at night with nearby building and trees.
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  • Experience the magic of London like never before with entry to the London Eye during the festive season.

  • Make the most of extended evening hours available on select December dates, perfect for catching the city lights after dark!

  • Step into high-tech glass capsules and take in 360° views of London aglow with twinkling Christmas lights and iconic landmarks.

  • Enjoy the festive spirit all around as the nearby Southbank transforms into a winter wonderland of holiday markets, street performers, and seasonal delights.

  • Skip the queues by upgrading to fast-track tickets and save up to 60 mins instead of waiting in long lines!

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  • Experience the magic of London like never before with entry to the London Eye during the festive season.

  • Make the most of extended evening hours available on select December dates, perfect for catching the city lights after dark!

  • Step into high-tech glass capsules and take in 360° views of London aglow with twinkling Christmas lights and iconic landmarks.

  • Enjoy the festive spirit all around as the nearby Southbank transforms into a winter wonderland of holiday markets, street performers, and seasonal delights.

  • Skip the queues by upgrading to fast-track tickets and save up to 60 mins instead of waiting in long lines!

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Snowman character in front of The Snowman™ Afternoon Tea Bus in London.
Afternoon tea spread with sandwiches, pastries, and drinks on The Snowman Official Afternoon Tea Bus.
Snowman character and woman toasting on The Snowman™ Afternoon Tea Bus Tour with festive treats.
Cupcake with snowman topper, mince pie, brownie, and coconut treat on The Snowman Afternoon Tea Bus.
Afternoon tea on a bus with London Eye view during The Snowman™ tour.
Cupcake with snowman topper on The Snowman Afternoon Tea Bus, London.
Afternoon tea setup inside a decorated bus with The Snowman™ theme, overlooking the London Eye.
Afternoon tea treats with scones, sandwiches, and pastries on The Snowman Official Afternoon Tea Bus.
Double-decker bus with "The Snowman Afternoon Tea" design near the London Eye.
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  • Step aboard The Snowman™-inspired Afternoon Tea bus to glide past iconic landmarks like Big Ben and Trafalgar Square, adorned for the holidays.

  • Indulge in a spread featuring finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and themed sweets complemented with hot chocolate, tea, or coffee.

  • Perfectly timed for The Snowman™ West End show, this pre/post-theatre treat is convenient with a Covent Garden departure point right next to the theatre!

  • Immerse yourself in festive cheer with The Snowman™ soundtrack and classic Christmas carols, plus take home a special souvenir cup.

  • With convenient departures from the London Eye and Covent Garden, choose your upper or lower deck seat for great views of festive London.

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  • Step aboard The Snowman™-inspired Afternoon Tea bus to glide past iconic landmarks like Big Ben and Trafalgar Square, adorned for the holidays.

  • Indulge in a spread featuring finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, and themed sweets complemented with hot chocolate, tea, or coffee.

  • Perfectly timed for The Snowman™ West End show, this pre/post-theatre treat is convenient with a Covent Garden departure point right next to the theatre!

  • Immerse yourself in festive cheer with The Snowman™ soundtrack and classic Christmas carols, plus take home a special souvenir cup.

  • With convenient departures from the London Eye and Covent Garden, choose your upper or lower deck seat for great views of festive London.

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Hogwarts castle model covered in snow, showcasing Christmas at Hogwarts.
Great Hall decorated for Christmas at Harry Potter Studio, London.
Person in robe with wand on Diagon Alley at Harry Potter London tour.
Flaming Christmas pudding on a festive table at Hogwarts.
Exhibit at Magical Mischief Tour, Harry Potter London, featuring a pink outfit display in a grand hall.
Double-decker bus for Harry Potter Studio Tour at Watford Junction.
Draco Malfoy costume displayed in Slytherin common room, Harry Potter London tour.
Professor Sprout's greenhouse with magical plants at Harry Potter London tour.
Visitors at Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour viewing character costumes.
Dursley living room scene with floating Aunt Marge at Harry Potter London tour exhibit.
Gringotts Wizarding Bank interior at Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour, London.
Frog Cafe interior with menu display during Harry Potter London tour.
Privet Drive house exterior on Harry Potter London tour exhibit.
Snow-covered Hogwarts castle with bridge during Christmas season.
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  • Step into the magic of the holidays with full access to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour – including the seasonal event, Hogwarts in the Snow, at no extra cost.

  • Enter the Great Hall transformed for the Yule Ball, complete with shimmering snowflakes, icy silvers, and festive banquet tables straight from the film set.

  • Stroll through a snow-dusted Diagon Alley and explore the Forbidden Forest under a magical wintery veil to experience the wizarding world like you’ve never seen it before.

  • Get up close to the Hogwarts Castle model blanketed in snow, peek into festively decorated common rooms, and pick up exclusive holiday-themed gifts and souvenirs.

  • Choose from multiple pick-up points in London, including Baker’s Street, Victoria Station, British Museum, and King’s Cross, making your magical day completely hassle-free.

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  • Step into the magic of the holidays with full access to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour – including the seasonal event, Hogwarts in the Snow, at no extra cost.

  • Enter the Great Hall transformed for the Yule Ball, complete with shimmering snowflakes, icy silvers, and festive banquet tables straight from the film set.

  • Stroll through a snow-dusted Diagon Alley and explore the Forbidden Forest under a magical wintery veil to experience the wizarding world like you’ve never seen it before.

  • Get up close to the Hogwarts Castle model blanketed in snow, peek into festively decorated common rooms, and pick up exclusive holiday-themed gifts and souvenirs.

  • Choose from multiple pick-up points in London, including Baker’s Street, Victoria Station, British Museum, and King’s Cross, making your magical day completely hassle-free.

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