Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour

London

Free Paddington travel cup

Included in your tickets

Book Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour tickets for a festive family sightseeing tour in London

All aboard for a Christmas adventure with Paddington! Climb aboard a classic double-decker Routemaster and see London dressed in its festive best, with sparkling Christmas lights, Paddington-themed afternoon tea, onboard entertainment and some of the capital's most famous landmarks along the way.

  • Enjoy a 90-minute Christmas sightseeing tour aboard a classic Routemaster bus
  • See London's famous Christmas lights and festive displays from the comfort of your seat
  • Tuck into a Paddington-themed Christmas afternoon tea, including Paddington's famous marmalade sandwich
  • Follow Paddington's view of London on special built-in screens at your table
  • Join in with Christmas games, activities and surprises led by the onboard entertainment team
  • Receive a Paddington travel cup to take home after your festive adventure
  • Choose from traditional, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal afternoon tea options

Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour Seats:

  • Standard Lower Deck: Sit on the lower deck behind the driver. Seats are available for groups of 2 and 4.
  • Premium Lower Deck: Sit on the lower deck opposite the driver, with panoramic views through the windows. Seats are available for groups of 2.
  • Standard Top Deck: Sit towards the back of the top deck. Seats are available for groups of 4.
  • Premium Top Deck: Sit in the middle of the top deck. Seats are available for groups of 2 and 4.
  • VIP: Sit in the front row of the top deck for some of the best views from the bus. Seats are available for groups of 2.

See London's famous landmarks, Christmas lights & festive displays with Paddington:

  • Big Ben
  • The Houses of Parliament
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Hyde Park
  • Nelson's Column
  • Downing Street
  • St Paul's Cathedral
  • Borough Market
  • Green Park
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • Regent Street Christmas Lights
  • Oxford Street Christmas Lights
  • Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree
  • The London Eye
  • The Ritz
  • Festive windows and decorations at Hamleys, Liberty and Harrods

Christmas lights, Paddington afternoon tea, games & a travel cup - all included in your tickets!

Get cosy onboard and watch London sparkle outside your window while enjoying a Paddington-themed Christmas afternoon tea. Tuck into savoury bites, festive sweet treats, a freshly baked scone and, of course, Paddington's famous marmalade sandwich.

There's plenty happening between the sightseeing too. Follow Paddington's view of London on the built-in screens at your table, while the onboard entertainment team keeps the Christmas fun going with games, activities and festive surprises throughout your journey.

Combining Paddington, afternoon tea and some of London's brightest Christmas sights, the Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour is a festive family adventure through the capital. Book your tickets today, grab your marmalade sandwiches and get ready to see London sparkle!

Location

Trafalgar Square

8 Northumberland Avenue,
London,
London,
WC2N 5BY
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How to find us

Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour departs from Trafalgar Square, 8 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BY.

  • By train: Charing Cross railway station is approximately a 2-minute walk from the departure point.
  • By Underground: Embankment Underground station is approximately a 4-minute walk from the departure point.
  • Meeting Point: Find the bus at the bus stop outside the Grand Hotel and opposite the Sherlock Holmes Pub on Northumberland Avenue.
  • Return: The bus finishes at the same Trafalgar Square point where the tour begins.
Facilities
  • Classic double-decker Routemaster bus
  • Built-in screens featuring a Paddington London adventure
  • Traditional, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal menus available
  • Takeaway boxes provided for unfinished food
  • VIP seating on the upper deck front row
  • First-aid trained staff onboard
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Dietary Requirements & Allergies:

A Note from Brigit's Bakery:

Dietary Requirements & Allergies

  • Please specify any dietary requirements when making your reservation. All allergies must also be emailed to [email protected] and confirmed by our management team. Please include your name, phone number and order ID so we can identify the correct reservation.
  • Unfortunately, we are unable to cater for nut-free, peanut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, or coeliac requirements. Please note that our gluten-free menu may contain traces of gluten.
  • Our menus are seasonal and may vary slightly.
Paddington Christmas Lights Tour Bus - Menu:

Paddington Christmas Afternoon Tea:

Freshly Prepared Savoury Treats

  • Chicken & Sweetcorn Mayo Bun
  • Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich (on basil bread)
  • Mini Margarita Pizza
  • Egg Mayo, Spring Onion & Cress Pretzel
  • Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever! (on white bread)

Homemade Sweet Treats

  • Pawprint Cookie
  • Black Forest Rice Pudding
  • Chocolate Cupcake
  • Cranberry & Orange Tart
  • Coconut Macaron
  • Freshly baked, Plain Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam

Paddington Halal Afternoon Tea:

Freshly Prepared Savoury Treats

  • Chicken & Sweetcorn Mayo Bun
  • Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich (on basil bread)
  • Mini Margarita Pizza
  • Egg Mayo, Spring Onion & Cress Pretzel
  • Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever! (on white bread)

Handmade Sweet Treats

  • Pawprint Cookie
  • Orange Blondie
  • Chocolate Cupcake
  • Lemon Meringue Tart
  • White Chocolate Macaron
  • Freshly baked, Plain Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam

Paddington Vegetarian Afternoon Tea:

Freshly Prepared Savoury Treats

  • Cheese & Sweetcorn Mayo Bun
  • Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich (on basil bread)
  • Mini Margarita Pizza
  • Egg Mayo, Spring Onion & Cress Pretzel
  • Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever! (on white bread)

Handmade Sweet Treats

  • Pawprint Cookie
  • Orange Blondie
  • Chocolate Cupcake
  • Lemon Meringue Tart
  • White Chocolate Macaron
  • Freshly baked, Plain Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam

Paddington Vegan Afternoon Tea:

Freshly Prepared Savoury Treats

  • Almond Philadelphia & Cucumber sandwich
  • Vegan Ham finger sandwich on tomato bread
  • Mini Bun with Vegan Pastrami
  • Vegan Quiche
  • Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever!

Handmade Sweet Treats

  • Vegan Pawprint Cookie
  • Vegan Chocolate Truffle
  • Vegan Carrot Cake Slice
  • Vegan Strawberry Tartlet
  • Vegan Chocolate Macaron
  • Freshly baked, Vegan Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam

Paddington Gluten Free Afternoon Tea:

Freshly Prepared Savoury Treats

  • Smoked Salmon, Philadelphia, Cucumber & Chives Triangle Sandwich
  • Beetroot, Hummus & Cucumber Triangle Sandwich
  • Pastrami Burger Bun with Gherkin, Lettuce & Mayo
  • Turkey Ham & Cheddar Cheese Triangle Sandwich
  • Best Marmalade Triangle Sandwich Ever!

Handmade Sweet Treats

  • Toast Cookie
  • Coconut Truffle
  • Carrot Cake Slice
  • Strawberry Tartlet
  • Coconut Macaron
  • Freshly baked, Gluten Free Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam

Drinks Menu - Included with your Afternoon Tea:

  • Water, Orange Juice or Apple Juice
  • Coffee & Hot Chocolate:
  • Americano, Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato, Hot Chocolate
  • Tea Selection:
  • English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Decaffeinated English Breakfast, Chai, Peppermint, Lemongrass & Ginger, Red Berry & Flower, Jasmine, Redbush, Green Tea & Peach
Is Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour wheelchair accessible?

Due to the nature of the bus, the Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour is not currently wheelchair accessible at this time. 

What age is Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour suitable for?

Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour is suitable for ages 5+. Children and babies under five are not permitted on the standard tour.

Is there food and drink at Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour?

Yes. Tickets include a Paddington-themed Christmas afternoon tea with savoury and sweet treats, a freshly baked scone and Paddington's famous marmalade sandwich. Selected teas, coffee, hot chocolate, water and juice are also included.

What landmarks can I see on Paddington Christmas Lights Tour Bus?

Paddington Christmas Lights Tour Bus passes famous London sights including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, Nelson's Column, Downing Street, St Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market, Green Park and Piccadilly Circus. You'll also see festive sights including the Regent Street and Oxford Street Christmas lights, the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, the London Eye, The Ritz and Christmas displays at Hamleys, Liberty and Harrods.

What do Paddington Christmas Lights Tour Bus tickets include?

Tickets include an approximately 90-minute London sightseeing tour, Paddington Christmas afternoon tea, selected hot and cold drinks, Paddington content on built-in screens, festive games, activities and surprises with the onboard entertainment team, plus a Paddington travel cup to take home.

What children's activities are there on Paddington Christmas Lights Tour Bus?

Children can follow Paddington's view of London on built-in screens and join in with Christmas games, activities and festive surprises led by the onboard entertainment team throughout the tour.

What are the seating options for Paddington Christmas Lights Tour Bus?
  • Lower Deck Standard: Sit on the lower deck behind the driver. Seats are available for groups of 2 and 4.
  • Lower Deck Premium: Sit on the lower deck opposite the driver, with panoramic views through the windows. Seats are available for groups of 2.
  • Top Deck Standard: Sit towards the back of the top deck. Seats are available for groups of 4.
  • Top Deck Premium: Sit in the middle of the top deck. Seats are available for groups of 2 and 4.
  • VIP: Sit in the front row of the top deck for some of the best views from the bus. Seats are available for groups of 2.

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