15 Evening Tours in London Worth Booking

1.London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,516 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29Our pick

Ride an open-top bus from Green Park through London after dark, with live English commentary from guides such as Michael, Shannon, Chris, and Max. Pass Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, Harrods, and Piccadilly Circus. Bring warm layers for the upper deck.

“shannon and michael were excellent all around! wesley handled the bus well, also. a fun, affordable way to get a feel for london landmarks and learn interesting tidbits. glad i went.”

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2.River Thames Evening Cruise with Bubbly and Canapés

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,493 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Set off from Tower Millennium Pier for a two-hour Thames cruise with one glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink, canapés, and live chill-out pop. See Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Canary Wharf, the London Eye, and possibly the Houses of Parliament from the indoor saloon or open-air deck.

“Scenic views and a smooth ride! Be warned however, if you were looking for a history tour this is not it. No sort of captain banter or tidbits- just a lovely ride up and down the river. I’d suggest you start on the roof too to enjoy the sights of the tower bridge and Big Ben, then move down to the interior after you pass back under the tower bridge.”

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3.London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,040 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Join a 60 to 90-minute open-top bus ride from the London Eye through London’s festive center. A live English guide such as Emma, Samuel, or James shares history and jokes while you pass the Strand, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Fortnum & Mason, and Big Ben.

“Journey started on time, covered all area, Guide named James had an exceptional knowledge. It was a great experience to see Christmas lights.”

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4.Jack the Ripper Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,449 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Meet at Aldgate Underground station for an English-language walk through Whitechapel. Guide George brings the 1888 murders, police theories, suspects, prostitution, gin, and working-class life into focus. Expect about two hours of moderate walking, a dark subject, and plenty of chances to ask questions.

“George our guide was fantastic! His depth of knowledge was remarkable. It was a nice small group that made the whole experience perfect! Highly recommend this tour”

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5.London by Night Sightseeing Tour – Open Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,060 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

This 90-minute Evan Evans evening ride leaves from Green Park by the Ritz and circles London’s best-known sights. A live English-speaking guide covers Piccadilly, St Paul’s, Tower Bridge, Westminster, the London Eye, Kensington, and Harrods. Sit upstairs for the clearest views, but dress warmly.

“Excellent tour of London at night, the guide was very knowledgeable and we were able to see every lite up”

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6.London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 977 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Spend 90 minutes touring London after dark by open-top bus, passing Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St. Paul’s, the Tower of London, and Tower Bridge. A live English guide may lead the ride, with audio commentary in 12 languages. Guides such as Joe, Tim, Emma, and Olessa are praised for lively stories.

“It was very informative and the tour guide was funny! We sat upfront at the top of the bus and had a really good experience!”

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7.River Thames Evening Cruise with Sparkling wine and Canapés

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 569 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Board City Cruises at Tower Millennium Pier at 6:30 pm for a two-hour Thames cruise. Sip sparkling wine, sample light canapés, hear live music, and photograph Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, the Shard, HMS Belfast, and Canary Wharf as daylight fades.

“We enjoyed our River Thames Evening Cruise, especially the stunning night-time views of London—truly the highlight of the experience. The city looked spectacular from the water and made the whole outing feel special. The sparkling wine added a nice touch, though the canapés were fairly average, mostly simple toppings on soft bread. Overall, it was a pleasant evening with beautiful scenery, even if the food could have been a little more exciting.”

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8.Tootbus London by Night Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 302 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $37

Ride from Coventry Street through central London as dusk turns to night. You’ll see Big Ben, the London Eye, St Paul’s, the Shard, Tower Bridge and more from an open-top bus, with multilingual audio, a children’s track, Wi-Fi and app-based walking tours.

“No live guide, only a selection, was needed to listen to the recording. The start was delayed around 10 minutes, and now the information way. That traffic is too crowded, and it will take 2 hours for our trip. No additional information is available.”

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9.The Best in Stand Up Comedy – Comedy Shows every night of the week

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 255 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $16

Head to Big Belly Bar & Comedy Club at London’s Southbank for 2 to 4 hours of live stand-up. Monday to Thursday brings new material from London comics, while Friday and Saturday feature established UK circuit and TV acts. Weeknight shows include a complimentary shot.

“We didn’t know what to expect. The comedians were very funny but if easily offended you may want to give it a miss. We rarely stopped laughing.”

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10.Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $76Top rated

Board at London Eye Pier for a 50-minute sunset ride with up to 12 passengers. Your skipper and comic guide combine landmark commentary with bursts up to 30 knots, passing Parliament, Shakespeare’s Globe, HMS Belfast, Tower Bridge area, and Canary Wharf.

“We just loved it from start to finish Chris and Stacey were informative, funny and very friendly ! The first half like a tour second half like a thrill ride !!! Loved it Thanks for the experience xx”

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11.London Big Bus Evening Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 197 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Ride through London for about two hours after dark, passing Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Westminster Abbey. The tour uses an open-top double-decker bus, includes Wi-Fi and headphones, and offers commentary in seven languages. Arrive early for an upper-deck seat.

“It was very disorganised at the meet up bus stop with staff not knowing what to do. The tour commentary needs to be updated as it makes reference to the queen instead of the king The tour travel time I felt was too long for a family with children.”

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12.Comedy Night on The River Thames

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $13

Spend about three hours at The Tattershall Castle, a floating Thames venue with skyline views, allocated seating, drinks, and live stand-up. The bill mixes TV faces, circuit regulars, and newer acts. Friday and Saturday shows include nightclub entry until 2am, while Tuesday and Sunday shows do not.

“English humor that is super enjoyable and understandable to Americans! Our second year attending the Boat Comedy Show, and looking forward to another return visit.”

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13.Big Bus Panoramic Evening Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 96 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Ride an open-top double-decker bus from the London Eye at 19:30 for a two-hour, non-stop circuit past the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, Parliament, and more. Choose audio commentary in seven languages, bring warm clothing, and keep an eye on the weather.

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14.Birmingham Slogging Gang Evening Walking Tour with Pub Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · from $33

Join Edward Shelby for a two-hour Birmingham walking tour about the Peaky Blinders, Gunquarter Gang, canals, and Victorian drinking culture. Meet outside Apple Birmingham, walk toward Burlington Arcade, and stop at four pubs and bars. Drinks, games, and the pub quiz cost extra.

“Was een top tour wandeling door Birmingham. En een top gids 👌🏻”

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15.Private Black Cab Night Tour with Hotel Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 - 3 hours

You’ll ride through London at night in a private black cab for up to six people, stopping for photos at Big Ben, Westminster, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, the Shard, and more. Guides including Clifford, David, Dave, and Perry can tailor the route, take group photos, and share local stories.

“The tour was great but what made it 5 stars was our tour guide Clifford. He was truly amazing. He had so much knowledge, he was courteous and he definitely made this tour a stand out one for us. All the sights were amazing and he kindly took pictures for us. Definitely do yourself the favor and book it, and ask for Clifford!!!”

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