London City of Lights Tour
Duration
3 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Included
Explore the city’s riverside and financial district after dark
Learn night photography techniques from a professional guide
Experiment with long exposures and creative compositions
Photograph London at night with reflections in the river
€ 418.7
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Just before the sun sets and as the city transitions from the blue hour into night, London dramatically transforms, offering a magical backdrop for photography. On this guided tour, you’ll explore the riverbank at dusk, capturing breathtaking landmarks and the vibrant lights of both historic and modern sights. Highlights include crossing the Millennium Bridge beside the Tate Modern Gallery, photographing the iconic St Paul’s Cathedral, and exploring the bustling financial district, including the Bank of England. Your professional photography guide will provide expert instruction on manual camera settings such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, while teaching creative composition using perspective, lines, and color. You’ll also learn how to control and harness light effectively, experiment with long shutter speeds to capture the scene’s movement, and gain practical tips for post-processing, ensuring that you leave with striking images and increased confidence in your photography skills.
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Customer Reviews
Vikki

If you’re visiting London during the festive period, the CitySightseeing Christmas Lights Tour is one of the things to add to your to do list! You don’t have to try and get through the crowds in order to take photos of the lights, and you can see them from close up whilst on the tour. As well as that, you can listen to the commentary about the lights and their history, and sing along to the Christmas soundtrack. The drivers and the rest of the staff are all very friendly and professional, and overall the experience was great! The decorations on the buses are lovely too!😍 If you’re coming to London during this time, I would definitley recommend this tour!😊🎄
Véronique

We were guided by Rheece to this amazing tour. Very useful as you can visit London all day long with a nice historical voice in your ears. A vintage feeling so precious! Thanks a lot!
Sylvia

Fantastic way to see London! An amazing attraction, especially if you’re only in the city for a short stay. The ticket includes three brilliant tours in nine languages, and you can hop off to explore the sights and hop back on whenever you like. All the main landmarks are covered within two days — absolutely worth every penny. I even learned a few new historical facts along the way! The maps provided on the bus and in the app are excellent and really helpful — it’s so easy to see where you are, or where your family are if you decide to stop somewhere for a bit longer 🙈
Jasen

Guides are excellent and informative! They were so accommodating and extended our tickets due a “rally” that was interrupting the bus routes when we first got on. Bus tour was slow and easy to take photos from the open top. Also offer a guided tour if you bought the ear phones and plugged them in at your seat. The boat tour was perfect and the guide was amazing!!
Ngo

If you’re visiting London for the first time or just want a relaxed way to see the city’s iconic landmarks, City View Sightseeing is a fantastic choice. The open-top double-decker buses offer a panoramic view of London’s most famous attractions including Big Ben, the Tower of London, London Eye, Tower Bridge, and Buckingham Palace. What sets this tour apart is the flexibility. With hop-on, hop-off access, you can explore each stop at your own pace. The buses run frequently and cover all the key areas of central London. The audio guide (available in multiple languages) provides interesting facts, stories, and historical context, making the ride both educational and entertaining. The staff were courteous and helpful, and the buses were clean and well-maintained. On a sunny day, riding on the top deck is a real treat – perfect for photos and soaking in the city atmosphere. Ticket prices are reasonable and often include extras like a Thames river cruise or walking tours. It’s a great option for families, solo travelers, or anyone who wants to see a lot in a short amount of time. Overall, City View Sightseeing is a convenient, comfortable, and informative way to experience the heart of London. Highly recommended for tourists looking to make the most of their trip!
