(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | London, England

Loading Options

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

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

  • 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
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks
  • Pick-up & Drop-off
See 2 moreSee 3 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

London WC2N 5DP
UK

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Oxford Street
London W1B 3AG, UK

We end near Oxford Circus Tube Station

What To Expect

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.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
Read more

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
Read more

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

London Photo Tours and Workshops (Pass By)

Since 2005 London Photo Tours and Workshops has provided expert and experienced tuition to thousands of travellers from around the world.
Read more
Show 6 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness 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)

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-8620P19

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.00
2 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
2
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options

Similar Tours & Activities

British Royal Mistresses and a Pub

British Royal Mistresses and a Pub

5
 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$251.41

Buckingham Palace: Walking Tour with Entry & Audio Guide

Buckingham Palace: Walking Tour with Entry & Audio Guide

 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$79

Cotswolds Tour from London Explore at Your Own Pace

Cotswolds Tour from London Explore at Your Own Pace

New To The Site!
 10 to 11 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$767.29

Stonehenge private tour from London

Stonehenge private tour from London

6
 6 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$670.03

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide
Likely to Sell Out

London by Night Sightseeing Open Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

 1 hour 45 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$39.67

Chelsea FC Stadium Tours and Museum
Likely to Sell Out

Chelsea FC Stadium Tours and Museum

 60 to 90 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$41.03

London Rock and Roll Music Tour

London Rock and Roll Music Tour

 3 to 8 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$88.92

Cotswolds Small Group Tour from London

Cotswolds Small Group Tour from London

 10 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$176.43

What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • 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
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks
  • Pick-up & Drop-off

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

Report Product Issue

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

Sorting, ranking, and search results

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.