2 hour(s)
English
Included
See the spectacular Christmas light displays on the London streets
Admire the iconic Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square
Discover hidden festive gems as you drive through beautifully lit London streets
Stop along the way for photos at magical locations
Visit Covent Garden, St James’s Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, and The London Eye
Enjoy the comfort of your classic black London taxi
€ 175.9
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Experience the festive magic of London on this enchanting Christmas Lights Taxi Tour. As the city transforms into a glittering winter wonderland, you’ll be taken through streets glowing with dazzling holiday decorations and twinkling lights. See the world famous illuminations of Regent Street, Oxford Street, and Carnaby Street, each beautifully adorned with festive displays. Enjoy the charm of Covent Garden, where sparkling lights, giant baubles, and holiday cheer fill the air. Along the way, your friendly driver guide will share stories and fun facts about London’s Christmas traditions and famous landmarks.
You’ll also pass by the spectacular Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park and explore hidden Christmas gems that capture the true spirit of the season. Stop to take photos, soak up the joyful atmosphere, or even warm up with a comforting hot chocolate. Whether it’s your first visit to London or an annual tradition, this magical tour is the perfect way to experience the beauty and sparkle of the capital at Christmastime before being dropped off at your hotel or your preferred festive spot.
Qualified Driver or Guide
Hotel Pick Up
Gratuities for Guide and Driver
Snacks and water bottle
Camera
Weather-appropriate clothing
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Public transportation nearby
Wheelchair accessible
Keep your personal essentials easily accessible
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Went on a rainy, mid-week day in February with a toddler, when visiting Dublin, - so glad we did! Easy to get to via train. We went from Tara Street Station, bought rail tickets at the machine on the day and found it all very straightforward. We didn’t visit the castle, but bought tickets on arrival for the fairy trail, butterfly house and walled garden, which went very well with our toddler. I understand the play park is excellent, but we didn’t even make it, we put the day in with the 3 things mentioned above. The cafe was fantastic. I’d love to see this place in spring, the gardens must be incredible.
Malahide Castle is incredibly easy to reach from Dublin by public transport, which makes it a perfect day trip. On site, the staff were welcoming and efficient. The castle tour can be done either with a guide or an audioguide — we chose the guided option and highly recommend it. Our guide truly brought the history to life, sharing wonderful anecdotes and happily answering all our questions. It made the experience much more engaging. The castle itself is impressive, yet the visit feels perfectly timed : long enough to explore properly without ever feeling rushed or overwhelming. The surrounding gardens are vast and beautifully maintained, with different walking paths to choose from. There are little “easter eggs” hidden throughout the grounds, which makes it especially fun for children (and curious adults!). The butterfly house is absolutely stunning — you could easily spend hours there. It’s just as well maintained as the gardens and truly magical to experience. The gift shop was lovely as well. While slightly on the expensive side, it’s nice to grab something to eat or drink (there’s a very wide selection) and sit on one of the benches in the park to enjoy the surroundings. There’s clearly even more to explore, including the nearby village of Malahide, so we’ll definitely be back. We would recommend it just as much for solo visitors as for families with children.
I would like to thank Mark, our guide, for the wonderful tour yesterday afternoon! It was a very interesting tour, rich in history. The castle is small but magnificent! The weather and the trains were against us, but thanks to the tour, it made up for what was a very chaotic day due to the weather! I hope I can come back to see the gardens and the butterflies! Thank you for your hospitality. ✨🍍
This is a very nice way to spend a late morning/early afternoon. If you want to go on a tour of the castle, be mindful of the closing hours. Tours only run until 1 hour before closing. We were lucky to catch the last tour, our guide was great and to the point. The castle itself is well maintained and well displayed. The grounds are massive, and could easily take a couple hours if you take your time to stroll them. I really think it’s worth the visit. I did have one quibble that I would caution anyone who does not purchase tickets in advance. The cell service is really poor on the grounds nearest the castle, making it near impossible to buy tickets online, like the signage suggests. The free wifi is also poor and I wouldn’t count on it to use either. We ended up needing to go to the visitor centre to purchase tickets. I wish they had better signage about where to buy tickets. Nowhere does it say ‘buy tickets here’. So we were honestly a bit confused as to where we were to go once inside the visitor centre to purchase tickets. The counter inside the museum gift shop is where you purchase them. There is limited signage everywhere telling you where you are or where things are, which is not often a problem, but the map is quite rudimentary and there are lots of little paths.
I had an absolutely lovely visit to Malahide Castle, and the guided tour was a real highlight thanks to our guide, Darina. The castle itself is beautiful, but the tour struck the perfect balance between storytelling and giving us time to explore the rooms on our own. Darina was fantastic — incredibly funny, charming, and wonderfully easy to understand. She spoke clearly and patiently, making the tour accessible even for visitors who don’t speak English fluently. Even when a few children were being a bit chaotic and touched things they really shouldn’t have, she stayed calm, professional, and kind, which impressed all of us. After the tour, I visited the botanical gardens and the butterfly house, both of which were stunning. The butterfly house in particular completely blew me away. A beautiful place, a great experience, and a guide who truly made my day. Highly recommended!
