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London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour

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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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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
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

London WC2N 5DP
UK

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End point

Oxford Street
London W1B 3AG, UK

We end near Oxford Circus Tube Station

What To Expect

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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 (7)

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 (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-8620P19

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 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

Activity name

  • 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

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