The 12 Best Private Christmas Tours in London

1.London Christmas Lights Private Tour by Traditional Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Ride through Mayfair, Chelsea, Belgravia, and Kensington in a private London black cab, stopping for photos beside festive displays and famous sights. Your driver-guide, including guides such as Steve, Andrew, Gordon, or Greg, adds local stories and can finish at your hotel or Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland.

“Excellent tour & history of the city! This is the 2nd time I've taken this private tour of Christmas lights & this was even better with more stops & points of interest. Justin was so fun, knowledgeable & easy going. You will never be able to see everything on your own nor will you even know where to go. I know this is an expensive trip but it is well worth it to see everything up close & the comfort of a warm, dry taxi!”

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2.Magical Christmas Lights in London: Private Black Cab Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Ride through London’s brightest Christmas displays in a private black cab for about 2.5 hours. Your driver-guide may be John, Jeremy, Jamie, Gary, or another member of the team. Expect Regent Street, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, short walks, photo stops, and London stories along the way.

“It was a stunning tour, with Bill as our driver and guide, showing himself to be extremely chatty and very knowledgeable. The experience was well planned allowing us time to stop, have short discussions and take pictures too. Although we have been to London before, this was certainly one of our top tour experiences. We are definitely going to opt in to a number of other excursions that are on offer. If other guides are of the calibre of the outstanding Bill, we are surely in for a treat!”

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3.London Private Christmas Lights Taxi Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

This 3 to 4 hour private London taxi tour takes your group of up to six from a central postcode to Regent Street, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Bond Street, and Victoria Embankment. Your driver-guide handles the traffic, shares local stories, and can adjust the route. Drivers have included Gary, Stella, Paula, Richard, Peter, and Joe.

“Paula was an excellent guide and very informative. She supported us in all our requests often visiting displays a second time. She met all our expectations of the tour. Would not hesitate to recommend her.”

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4.London Christmas Lights Private Guided Taxi Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Ride through London’s festive center in a private electric black cab with guide Simon. The three-hour evening route includes Oxford Street, Bond Street, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, Regent Street, Leicester Square, Waterloo Bridge, the London Eye, and Park Lane. Central London pickup and a flexible finish are included.

“Simon, our driver and tour guide was outstanding! Great personality and very knowledgeable about the tourist attractions. Simon was willing to accommodate us in any manner and he knows the best locations for pictures. He took a lot of photos of us to ensure great memories.”

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5.London Bespoke Black Cab Christmas Lights & Sights Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Ride through London’s Christmas displays in a private black cab for up to six people. Guides Paul and Graham add local stories as you visit Trafalgar Square, Oxford Street, Belgravia, Harrods, Leicester Square, and Covent Garden. The four-hour evening tour includes central London pickup, private transport, WiFi, fuel, and parking.

“This was truly one of the best tours we have ever taken. Paul was an amazing guide with lots of local knowledge and a truly wonderful person. Our entire family loved every minute of it, and we will be using his services in the future to tailor make our future London experiences.”

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6.London Christmas Lights Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Walk London’s brightest Christmas streets with a private English-speaking guide for 2 to 3 hours. Start at Covent Garden and finish at Piccadilly Circus, passing Trafalgar Square, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Regent Street, and more. Guides such as Michael and Tom add local history, photo help, and personal touches, including Italian-language guiding when available.

“We had an absolutely wonderful time on the London Christmas Lights tour with Tom! The evening was not only fun but also a great blend of festive magic and a touch of history. The lights were breathtaking, and Tom’s knowledge of London’s landmarks added an enriching layer to the experience. What made the tour extra special was Tom’s ability to speak Italian so well – such a delightful and unexpected bonus! It made everything feel more personal and inclusive for us. His enthusiasm and passion for the city were evident throughout, and he ensured that everyone had a fantastic time. If you’re looking for a unique and festive way to…”

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7.London Christmas Sparkle Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $102Best value

This private 2 to 3 hour walk begins at 4pm on Regent Street and follows London’s Christmas lights through Oxford Street, Mayfair, Carnaby Street, Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Somerset House, and Trafalgar Square. Guides including Sonja add local stories, trivia, and child-friendly fun. The route ends away from the starting point.

“I am very happy to get the second tour with Sonja. She is a lovely and experienced guide for all the secrets of London. I can recomend her absolutly.”

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8.London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $362

Join Fine Art photographer Lou for a private three-hour walk through London’s Christmas lights. You’ll photograph Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Soho, Carnaby Street, and Oxford Street while learning night settings, composition, reflections, and traffic trails. Bring any camera, a charged battery, and a large memory card.

“Despite the damp conditions, I had a brilliant evening of tuition, guidance, advice and support making a real difference to the images I captured (and will capture in the future). Many thanks Lou, thoroughly recommend this.”

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9.London Private Christmas Lights Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $118

Walk through London’s brightest Christmas displays with local guide Naomi on a private two-hour tour from Bond Street Station to Covent Garden. You’ll see Oxford Street, Regent Street, Carnaby Street, Soho, Seven Dials, and more, with time for photos, historical stories, a hot drink, and possible itinerary changes to suit your interests.

“Naomi tries to tailor the walk individually which was nice. She is very personable and you can tell she loves her city.”

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10.London Christmas Lights Private Car Tour with Driver Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

You’ll tour London’s Christmas lights in a private Mercedes for up to seven people, with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, bottled water, and several evening start times. Driver guide David knows good photo stops around Regent Street, Bond Street, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Knightsbridge, and Harrods. Plan on about three hours, including time to shop.

“Beautiful city, full of history, monuments, good cuisine and despite being expensive, it has options for all budgets (many options with 0800 entrance, like the National Gallery for example, wonderful). For me, every good traveler must pass through London! ❤️”

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11.Private Christmas Lights Tour London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Silo takes your private group of up to three through London’s Christmas lights by rickshaw for about 45 minutes. Expect Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Bond Street, Mayfair, and Burlington Arcade, with blankets, bottled water, WiFi, and an in-person guide. The short route suits couples and families with young children.

“A wonderful trip around the Christmas lights with my two tweens. Silo is brilliant - very flexible as it was raining and he offered to push the trip back to a later time so we could enjoy the trip properly.”

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12.Private Tour: Experience the Christmas Magic in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $191

Follow a private host from Covent Garden through Neal’s Yard, Seven Dials, Carnaby Street, Regent Street, Bond Street, and Fortnum & Mason. You’ll see major Christmas displays, boutique windows, and grand shopping streets, with a glass of mulled wine, hot chocolate, or a soft drink included.

“Becky was an excellent host for our tour provided great insight to the London experience she showed us a great time and many Christmas lights, displays and markets what A great time and memory we made”

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