Discover the best Christmas London tours and day trips for 2024, from seeing the Christmas lights illuminating the city or day trips to iconic destinations to tours on Christmas Day, Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
Top Christmas tours in London
Experience London glowing with twinkling lights as you catch a festive glimpse of some of the city's most famous landmarks on the open-top Christmas Lights London by Night bus tour. Sit back and take photos from the top deck as you learn plenty of history on this tour that runs throughout the festive season, including Christmas lights tours on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Get into the Christmas spirit with a three-hour festive cruise along the River Thames. Choose between a lunch party cruise or a dinner party cruise, each including a delicious meal, on-board entertainment, festive refreshments and an opportunity to see the city's top sights from the comfort of your seat. 28 Nov-20 Dec
Christmas Eve tours in London
Marvel at the glimmering streets of central London on Christmas Eve with the Illuminations of London tour. Witness London's landmarks and monuments dressed in their winter coats during an enchanting journey around Britain's capital, from Parliament Square to Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square to the Tower of London.
Celebrate Christmas Eve in London by taking in the city's sparkling sights and savouring a sumptuous three-course dinner before attending the Midnight Mass at iconic St Martin-in-the-Fields church.
Take a whistle-stop tour of London's most iconic monuments this Christmas eve. Discover the history of St Paul's Cathedral and City of London, followed by a trip along the Thames on a river boat ride.
Enjoy a festive adventure out of London on this Christmas Eve tour as you discover four exciting UK destinations. Explore the history of Leeds Castle, pick up gifts at Canterbury Christmas Market, marvel at the beauty of Dover and see the architectural masterpieces of maritime Greenwich.
Christmas Day tours in London
Celebrate the festive season at other iconic UK destinations with these Christmas tours from London. From the beautiful Cotswolds countryside to the enchanting city of Bath, these Christmas day trips from London make for a memorable day out with friends and family.
See the sights on Christmas Day with this hop-on hop-off bus tour with optional lunch. Take your seat and relax as the bus navigates streets that are unusually quiet on Christmas Day. Take the opportunity to hop off at regular stops to spot key landmarks and sights, including Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge.
Enjoy seeing London on Christmas morning when it's unusually quiet during the three-hour Sights and Sounds of London Christmas Day tour. Sit back and relax on this panoramic coach tour while spotting the likes of Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and the Tower of London. Alternatively, join an afternoon tour departing at 2pm.
Celebrate Christmas Day in style with a one-hour trip along the river on a Christmas Day Sightseeing Cruise! Take your pick from a spot on the lower or upper deck and soak up London's landmarks as you enjoy the live on board commentary.
Spend a blissful Christmas Day spotting iconic London landmarks on a Christmas Day Traditional Lunch Cruise. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival before sailing down the river Thames on an enchanting scenic cruise. Sit back, tuck into a delicious four-course Christmas lunch and sing along to festive carols during a Christmas Day to remember.
Spend Christmas ticking off London's top sights on a panoramic tour through the city as you see the city's lights sparkle from the comfort of a luxury coach. Afterwards, you take to the water for a relaxing Christmas Day Lunch Cruise while tucking into a delicious roast dinner.
Combine a royal town, a university city and an ancient stone circle on this magical Christmas Day tour from London. Explore Windsor and Oxford on foot with guided walking tours, see the mysterious circle at Avebury and be treated to a traditional Christmas lunch in a British pub.
Explore two World Heritage Sites plus historic towns and cities on this fascinating Christmas Day trip. Discover the beautiful architecture of Salisbury Cathedral and spot the ancient Stonehenge monument before tucking into a three-course Christmas lunch. Once you've had your fill, finish your day with a walking tour of Windsor.
Walk in the footsteps of Shakespeare, Anne Hathaway and C.S. Lewis this Christmas Day. Indulge in a three-course lunch after seeing the beautiful Cotswolds countryside, wander through quaint towns and explore unspoilt alleys in Oxford. Uncover the history behind these spots and make the most of the tranquillity of Christmas Day.
Discover London and beyond on this day-long bus tour on Christmas Day that's filled with historic spots, maritime neighbourhoods and natural wonders in south-east England. Attend the Sung Eucharist service at Canterbury Cathedral, see the famous White Cliffs of Dover, drive through historic Greenwich and feast on a traditional Christmas lunch.
Boxing Day tours from London
Go on a winter adventure as you visit two iconic World Heritage Sites and explore Britain's historic towns and cities on Boxing Day. Wander around the picturesque market town of Windsor before exploring the mysterious Stonehenge monument. Catch a glimpse of the famous Salisbury Cathedral and end the day strolling around the beautiful city of Bath.
Savour some of the south-east's top sights as you mix centuries of history with spectacular natural spots. Wander around enchanting Leeds Castle, shop in charming Canterbury and gaze at the magnificent White Cliffs of Dover. This Boxing Day tour also includes a three-course lunch, or opt for a similar Christmas Eve tour without lunch.
Head west from London this Boxing Day to visit Oxford, where you can set foot inside Christ Church College as part of a walking tour. Afterwards, travel through charming villages in the Cotswolds before visiting Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. End the day by being transported back to medieval times with entry to Warwick Castle.
More tours from London
Enjoy a day-long exploration of some of Britain's most enchanting historic sites on this special tour. See the elegant State Apartments at Windsor Castle, witness the monolithic rocks of Stonehenge and step by in time in Georgian Bath with a visit to the Roman Baths.
Visit Stonehenge this festive season and admire this mysterious monument, the subject of many theories. Go on an adventure and, with the help of your audio guide, try to understand how the world-famous 40-tonne rocks of Stonehenge were arranged into this formation.
Join a full-day tour to visit the historic city of Bath, where you can visit its Roman Baths and marvel at Georgian architecture. Walk Bath's pretty streets on a guided walking tour and enjoy some free time in the city before heading to Stonehenge to see the mysterious and iconic stones.
Wander around Windsor Castle and discover more than 900 years of history on this fascinating tour. Next, visit eerie Stonehenge before enjoying one of the most quintessentially English cities: Oxford, known for its enormous Bodleian Library, on a walking tour.
What is the best Christmas light tour in London?
Marvel at twinkling Christmas light displays on a Christmas Lights London by Night bus tour, one of the best ways to see London's famous lights up close. Drive through the capital's festive streets and be dazzled by Christmassy shop window displays, sparkling fairy lights and famous landmarks lit up on this night-time bus tour.
Where is the most Christmassy place in London?
From Christmas markets and festive light displays to ice skating rinks and Christmas events, there are so many magical spots in London at Christmas. Admire shimmering decorations at Oxford Street and Carnaby Street, or get into the Christmas spirit at Winter Wonderland and Christmas at Kew where stunning immersive installations bring plenty of festive fun.