Guided Tours

Christmas Eve Guided Tours in London

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.

London Christmas Lights bus tour

Departure from London Victoria Station

Luxury coach

English-speaking professional guide

Additional paid options:

3-course standard, vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free dinner in Covent Garden

Glass of Prosecco

Midnight Mass at St-Martin-in-the-Fields

Full-day trip to Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover, and Greenwich

Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Golden Tours Visitor Centre, Victoria

Early-morning access to Leeds Castle

Guided walking tour of Canterbury

Photo stop at the White Cliffs of Dover

Entry to Canterbury Cathedral

Gratuities

Additional refreshments

Hotel transfers

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Christmas Eve in London is unlike any other night—streets glow with festive lights, landmarks shimmer with cheer, and the air is filled with holiday excitement. These specially curated tours are designed to help you make the most of the occasion.

Getting started

All tours depart from or near Victoria, ensuring easy access via public transport. Simply arrive at the designated check-in time with your e-ticket, meet your professional English-speaking guide, and settle into your luxury coach for a seamless Christmas Eve adventure.

What to expect

Christmas Eve in London

Depending on the tour you choose, you may spend the evening admiring London’s glittering illuminations, enjoying a festive dinner in Covent Garden, attending Midnight Mass, or travelling through Kent’s historic towns and Christmas markets. Each tour is timed to flow effortlessly around Christmas Eve schedules, avoiding crowds and maximising festive atmosphere.

Features:

Luxury coach travel: Comfortable, heated coaches allow you to experience the sights without battling holiday weather or public transport.

Professional guide: Expert commentary brings historic and festive London to life with stories, legends and insider knowledge.

Panoramic Christmas Eve tours: See London’s most iconic landmarks lit up for the season, including Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace and more.

Illuminations of London: Enjoy a night tour that covers major festive hotspots on a cosy, quick and visually stunning festive bus tour.

Dinner and Midnight Mass: Enjoy a 3-course Christmas meal with a glass of Prosecco on this remium, all-evening experience, and end the night attending a Midnight Mass at St-Martin-in-the-Fields.

Leeds Castle & Canterbury Christmas Market: Enjoy early morning access to Leeds Castle with fewer crowds, a guided Canterbury walking tour plus festive market time, a White Cliffs photo stop and Greenwich drive on the return journey.

What to bring

You must bring the e-ticket provided to gain entry to the tour.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Infants aged 0-2 not occupying seats can join for free. Simply show their ID at the starting point. If you would like your infant to be seated, please purchase a child ticket for them.

Children aged 0 to 2 will not receive a meal. If you would like your infant to have a meal included, please purchase a child ticket for them.

Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level.

Menu selection for the dinner tour option must be confirmed with Golden Tours directly.

Please contact Golden Tours to pre-book any special dietary requirements. All requests must be made at least 72 hours prior to the travel date. If no requests are made, you will be offered the standard meal on the date of travel.

The menu is subject to change. A suitable alternative or replacement will be offered in its place.

You will view Canterbury Cathedral from the outside only.

Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change.

Please arrive at least 20–30 mins before the scheduled pick-up time to avoid missing the bus.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.