London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour
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September 2026
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Is London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour worth booking?
London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $245 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $245 per person
Capture magical displays of Christmas lights in London. Learn how to get the best shots possible of wonderful illuminations which decorate London during the festive period. This is an exceptional photography learning e
What you get
About this experience
Capture magical displays of Christmas lights in London. Learn how to get the best shots possible of wonderful illuminations which decorate London during the festive period. This is an exceptional photography learning experience. You are guided and expertly instructed by a professional Fine Art Photographer who has extensive teaching experience We aim to capture as many Christmas lights as possible in Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street, Leicester Square, Soho and Regent Street. This is an amazing visual experience of dazzling light displays at Christmas. Learn about, • Lens selection and focal or zoom length • Using colour and light for creative impact • Composition • Achieving correct exposures • Slow moving night trails • How to capture tack sharp night shots We walk leisurely through the different locations and take our time in framing and composing the best shots possible. Suitable for all skill levels and for all types of digital cameras.
What's included
Included
- Professional Fine Art Photographer who has extensive teaching experience
- Professional photographer who knows a multitude of cameras
- Private Tour Exclusive to You or Your Personal Group
- Expert photography instruction
- Review of photographs and how to develop skills
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food & Drinks
- Pick-up & Drop-off
What you'll see and do
Trafalgar Square
Capture the festive spirit of Christmas in Trafalgar Square. Learn about framing and composition with a professional Fine Art photographer who shares tips and advice exclusive to her Fine Art practice. Take your best photos ever. Capture the Norwegian Christmas tree sited in Trafalgar Square and learn how to make the tree lights sparke. Learn how to make the water in the fountains look like glass. Photograph the mermaids in the fountains and capture colourful reflections on the water. At all times your professional Fine Art photographer is in hand at times to help you get the best Christmas lights shots possible.
30 minutes here
Leicester Square
Walking at a leisurely pace we make our way to Leicester Square to photograph a wonderful mix of Christmas lights hanging from the trees. Learn about light and how to use colour effectively to capture the spirit of Christmas.
15 minutes here
Piccadilly Circus
This is an exciting location as there are many Christmas lights on display on each curve of Piccadilly Circus. Learn about framing, composition, light and creative angles of view.
30 minutes here
Regent Street
Capture dazzling night trails of red London buses and black cabs as they move through the City. Photograph the outstanding Regent Street Christmas Light displays and marvel at the scale of them. Learn about framing and composition and using different shutter speeds to change the way your photos look.
30 minutes here
Soho
Explore the small quirky backstreets of Soho and photograph the dazzling creative lights on display. Capture the atmosphere of Christmas in this unique location.
30 minutes here
Carnaby Street
Capture the creative light displays in Carnaby Street and love the integration of colourful shop fronts, red telephone boxes and quirky backstreet in your photography. Your personal photographer helps you to explore the best creative viewpoints.
15 minutes here
Oxford Street
Capture the outstanding and grand displays of lights on Oxford Street. Marvel at their vibrancy and scale as the dominate the skyline in one of London's fashionable streets. Capture dazzling night trails of traffic as it passes through the location. Contrast night trails against the light displays and fuse all together for the most wonderful captures. Your personal photographer ensures you get the best shots of London's Christmas lights with ease.
30 minutes here
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meet near Charing Cross Rail Station
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We end near Oxford Circus Tube Station
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- London Photo Tours and Workshops
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 16 years
- Photography tour is suitable for all types of cameras from compact to DSLR. Suitable for all skill levels.
- Please bring your own camera, fully charged battery (spare if you have one)
- Please bring large memory card or spare card for the additional photos you will take during the tour
- For the best shots possible please use a tripod (contact us if you are travelling light and wish to hire a tripod)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Photos
Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Captured the magic of London at Christmas
I had a wonderful time shooting with Lou. My shooting skills at night were minimal at best and I learned a ton about the perfect settings for crisp, ungrainy shots. London dresses to the nines for Christmas and I got some magical shots! Thank you, Lou!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted that you had a wonderful time with Lou and took home magical shots of London at Christmas. Fantastic that you can take your learning home too and go get more fabulous shots. It was a real pleasure meeting and working with you.
via Tripadvisor
A fabulous evening of instruction and guidance
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.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. Delighted you enjoyed our London Christmas Lights Tour with Lou and benefited so much from our tuition. This is an exciting time for your photography as you work on the composition and framing guidance delivered during the tour. It was a real pleasure meeting and working with you. Wishing you all the best with your photography. Do join us again for another tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $245 to $335
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour cost?
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Prices start at $245 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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