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15 Open-Top Night Bus Tours Worth Staying Up For

35 night tours  ·  from $10 a head

The top deck at night is the cheapest seat in any lit-up city. These 15 night bus tours loop London, Paris, Las Vegas, New York and more, priced and timed, with a note on which ones carry a live guide.

Dubai: City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour + Sunset & Night Tour - The blue route, reaching the Palm and Marina
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Dubai: City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour + Sunset & Night Tour

1.Dubai: City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour + Sunset & Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 6,442 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $54Our pick

Explore Dubai by open-top bus on red and blue routes linking Al Fahidi, the souks, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina, and Atlantis The Palm. Use your pass for 24, 48, or 72 hours, then add the two-hour Sunset and Night Tour. Audio commentary comes in 11 languages, and buses accept mobile or printed vouchers.

“The HOHO bus was clean and they had cold water which was excellent. Great way to see Dubai”

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London: London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour - Starting at Green Park beside the Ritz
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London: London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour

2.London: London by Night Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,516 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29

Board the yellow See London by Night bus beside Green Park and the Ritz for a 90-minute evening circuit of London. A live English-speaking guide, often Michael, Shannon, Matt, or Ness, shares history, jokes, and photo cues as you pass Harrods, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St Paul’s, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, and Piccadilly Circus. Bring warm layers for the open upper deck.

“Very interesting and the guide was great. The only comment was that the front covered part of the upper deck of the bus really obscures the view. I heard another person comment on this. Otherwise we really enjoyed the experience!”

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Paris: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour by Open-Top Bus - Starting opposite the Arc de Triomphe
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Paris: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

3.Paris: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,168 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Take a two-hour panoramic night ride from 156 Avenue des Champs-Élysées past Paris landmarks lit after dark. You will hear digital commentary in nine languages, ride on an open-top double-decker when weather allows, and often reach the Eiffel Tower in time for its sparkling display. The route is continuous, not hop-on, hop-off.

“The historical narrative and the opportunities to capture photos. To be in the city at a very cold time this was an excellent way to see the beauty of Paris at night...comfortably @”

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London: Christmas Lights Nighttime Bus Tour with Live Guide - The route through London’s Christmas lights
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London: Christmas Lights Nighttime Bus Tour with Live Guide

4.London: Christmas Lights Nighttime Bus Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 3,720 reviews · from $40

Join Golden Tours for a 1.5-hour evening ride through London’s Christmas-lit streets. Your English-speaking guide, including popular hosts such as Emma, Gee, Harriet, or Kelvin, adds jokes, history, and tips on upcoming photo spots as you pass Regent Street, Oxford Street, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Tower Bridge, and the London Eye.

“Wonderful guide. She was smart and witty, gave excellent insightful information, all while having a great sense of humour.”

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Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus - Downtown adds a different side of Las Vegas
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Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

5.Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,612 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58

Ride an open-top double-decker through Downtown Las Vegas and along the Strip for about two hours. Digital commentary in English and Spanish covers the casinos, landmarks, and city story. Choose an adults-only 8 PM tour with a welcome drink, or the 10:15 PM late-night trip with a photo stop at the famous Las Vegas sign.

“Great tour. Narration could bev updated a bit. Dress warm. It was very chilly. Staff were very helpful and friendly.”

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New York Night Tour: Open Top Bus Tour by TopView® - Starting at 712 7th Avenue in Times Square
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New York Night Tour: Open Top Bus Tour by TopView®

6.New York Night Tour: Open Top Bus Tour by TopView®

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,783 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

This 90-minute TopView® night tour leaves from 712 7th Ave at 6:00 or 8:00 PM. You ride past Times Square, Fifth Avenue, the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, Chinatown, Little Italy, and Brooklyn Bridge. Live guides such as David, Shawn, and Nicholas have led especially engaging trips, though audio and bus delays can affect the experience.

“I wish I had known to bring headphones to hear the guide. I also wish I didn’t have to wait an hour on another bus.”

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Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-top Bus - Starting near the MGM Grand
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Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-top Bus

7.Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,304 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Ride an open-top double-decker bus through Las Vegas after dark, passing the Bellagio Fountains, Eiffel Tower, Stratosphere, Fremont Street, and the famous Vegas sign. English and Spanish audio commentary explains the city’s past and present. Guides such as Dez, Reuben, Bruce, and Alvina have added humor and useful local tips.

“Wonderful tour of Las Vegas met interesting people from Australia! Great time!!”

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London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide - From the London Eye to the Strand
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London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

8.London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,040 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Ride an open-top bus from the London Eye through the Strand, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Oxford Street, and past Big Ben. A live English-speaking guide shares London facts and Christmas traditions. Arrive early for the best seats, dress warmly, and allow extra time for holiday traffic.

“This was a great tour to do of the city on the first couple of days upon arriving. Getting to see a lay of the land and the beautiful Christmas time lights was lovely. I would 100% recommend getting there well before the 15-minute suggestion on the instructions. The earlier you are the more likely you are to pick your preferred seating, as it first comes first serve and you are not necessarily guaranteed a spot on the top/open part of the double bus to see all the lights. I would also suggest booking the tour during a time where there is not rush hour, or don't book anything after…”

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Rome: City Highlights Open-Top Bus Night Tour - The route from Santa Maria Maggiore to the Colosseum
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Rome: City Highlights Open-Top Bus Night Tour

9.Rome: City Highlights Open-Top Bus Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,038 reviews · 45 min · from $22Best value

Ride Rome after dark on a red open-top double-decker bus, passing Santa Maria Maggiore, the Colosseum, St. John Lateran, the Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona. Recorded commentary comes in eight languages, with WiFi and headphones included. It is a quick, accessible introduction, not a hop-on, hop-off tour, and you complete one loop only.

“Was such a great experience seeing Rome at night and the pre-recorded audio had great information and we learned some new things as well as finding new places to tour. Tip: sit towards the back so you have the opportunity to see things longer and get better photos!”

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Miami: Open-top Bus Sightseeing Night Tour with Live Guide - From Bayside to the Kaseya Center
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Miami: Open-top Bus Sightseeing Night Tour with Live Guide

10.Miami: Open-top Bus Sightseeing Night Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,902 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Start at Bayside Marketplace at 8 p.m. for a 75 to 90 minute Miami night ride. Sit upstairs in the open air or below in comfort as a live English-speaking guide points out South Beach, Downtown, Brickell, the Port of Miami, Bayfront Park, and more. Guides such as Joel, Julio, and Martica have earned special praise for their humor and city stories.

“Our tour guide Joel was very funny and knowledgeable, he was great! We really enjoyed touring Miami at night and seeing all the beautiful lights!”

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London: Nighttime Open-Top Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide - Parliament Square, Big Ben, and the political heart of London
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London: Nighttime Open-Top Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide

11.London: Nighttime Open-Top Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,558 reviews · 1h 30m · from $39

Ride an open-top bus through central London after dark with an English-speaking guide such as Emma, Tim, Mike, or Jack. Expect Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, and Piccadilly Circus, plus audio commentary in 12 languages. Bring a warm coat and arrive early for an upper-deck seat.

“Tim the guide was a local who knew everything and Joseph the navigator managed the treacherous streets amazingly well. What a great way to see this beautiful city at night.”

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Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus - The Lincoln Memorial stop is the tour’s anchor
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Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus

12.Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,174 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Ride through Washington DC for about two hours, starting at Union Station and returning there after passing the White House, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam and Korean War memorials, Arlington, and more. You get a 15-minute Lincoln Memorial stop, first-come seating, and recorded multilingual commentary, with some departures offering live staff narration.

“Very nice tour. I would recommend it to anyone. Let's you figure out what you want to see the next day.”

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Singapore: Big Bus Night Tour by Open-Top Bus & Live Guide - Marina Barrage turns sunset into the first highlight
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Singapore: Big Bus Night Tour by Open-Top Bus & Live Guide

13.Singapore: Big Bus Night Tour by Open-Top Bus & Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,159 reviews · 3 hours · from $51

Start at Suntec City at 6:15pm for a three-hour open-top bus tour with an English-speaking guide. Stop for sunset at Marina Barrage, satay at Lau Pa Sat, and the Garden Rhapsody show at Gardens by the Bay, then pass Orchard Road with an optional Clarke Quay drop-off.

“Our guide Peter was very informative. He had great stories to share.”

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London Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Bus Open Top - Starting outside the Grand Hotel on Northumberland Avenue
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London Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Bus Open Top

14.London Christmas Lights Tour by Vintage Bus Open Top

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,132 reviews · 1h 15m · from $37

Ride through central London on an original 1960s Routemaster while a live English-speaking guide points out the Christmas lights, shop windows, landmarks, and seasonal displays. The route includes Oxford Street, Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland, and major department stores. Guides such as Ben, Max, Pete, and Ollie are known for mixing jokes, music, and London stories into the ride.

“Me and my hubby loved the all experience but was just disappointed not seeing Harrods store lit up for Christmas. The tour guide was Excellent so much interesting information added . The driver was also brilliant at navigating his bus around London hats of to you both for looking after us on your tour .”

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London by Night Sightseeing Tour - Open Top Bus - Piccadilly and Fortnum & Mason set the tone
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London by Night Sightseeing Tour – Open Top Bus

15.London by Night Sightseeing Tour – Open Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,060 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

This 90-minute Evan Evans tour leaves from Green Park Station beside the Ritz and loops through Piccadilly, St Paul’s, Tower Bridge, Westminster, the Thames, and Kensington. Expect live English commentary, open-air upper-deck seating, and guides such as Michael, praised for his humor. Audio guides are unavailable, so all tours are live guided in English.

“Great way to see London at night. Fun and informative tour, curated by very knowledgeable guide. Thank you for wonderful experience!”

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