VIP Seats

at Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour
London Available from Wed 11 Nov to Fri 23 Oct

Free Paddington travel cup

Included in your tickets!

Book Paddington Christmas Lights Bus tickets & go VIP with Britain's favourite bear this Christmas in London

  • Enjoy a 90-minute Paddington sightseeing adventure through the heart of London
  • Take your VIP seat in the front row of the upper deck aboard an iconic double-decker Routemaster bus
  • Tuck into a Paddington-themed afternoon tea packed with sweet and savoury treats
  • Follow Paddington's London adventure on built-in screens as you travel around the capital
  • Enjoy games, activities and surprises with the onboard entertainment team
  • Spot Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, St Paul's Cathedral and more
  • Receive a Paddington travel cup to take home after your adventure
  • Choose from traditional, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal afternoon tea options

What's included with VIP tickets?

VIP tickets put you right at the front of the action, with front-row seating on the upper deck of the Paddington-themed Routemaster. Settle in for a 90-minute adventure packed with London sightseeing, Paddington-themed afternoon tea and plenty of onboard family fun.

  • Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
  • Departure Point: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5BY
  • Suitable For: Ages 5+
  • Seating Location: VIP front-row seating on the upper deck
  • Tickets Include: Paddington-themed afternoon tea, London sightseeing tour, built-in Paddington entertainment, onboard games & activities and Paddington travel cup

Spot London's most famous landmarks with Paddington

Take your VIP seat upstairs and get ready to explore Central London with Paddington. As your Routemaster makes its way through the capital, there are plenty of famous landmarks to spot along the route.

  • 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
  • And much more!

Built-in screens bring Paddington's view of London to your table, sharing stories about his adventures and mishaps as you explore the city. Along the way, the onboard entertainment team keeps everyone busy with games, activities and surprises.

Every guest also receives a Paddington travel cup to take home, so your bear-y brilliant day out doesn't have to end when you step off the bus.

VIP front-row seats, Paddington travel cup & afternoon tea - all included in your tickets!

Bring your appetite because Paddington certainly has! Your VIP adventure includes a Paddington-themed afternoon tea filled with freshly prepared savouries and handmade sweet treats, including the all-important Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever!

Traditional, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal afternoon tea options are available, alongside included water, fruit juice, coffee, hot chocolate and a selection of teas.

Please note that the operator is unable to cater for nut-free, peanut-free, coeliac, combined dairy and gluten-free, or combined vegan and gluten-free dietary requirements. Gluten-free menus may contain traces. Please specify dietary requirements when booking and ensure all allergies are emailed to and confirmed by Brigit's Bakery. Menus are seasonal and may vary.

For Paddington fans who want to make their London adventure that little bit more special, VIP tickets combine front-row upper deck seating with themed afternoon tea, sightseeing and Paddington fun in one bear-y brilliant 90-minute day out!

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
More Info
Where are the VIP seats for Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour?

The VIP seats for the Paddington Christmas Lights Bus Tour are located at the front of the Top Deck, so you can enjoy uninterrupted views through the front window.

  • Table Numbers: 12 or 13.
  • Capacity: Tables for 2.
  • Please Note: If you don't book the full table, you may be sat with other guests. 
  • Click here to see the Seating Plan
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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