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London Night HOHO: Where to Sit and Shoot

The after-dark HOHO experience: illuminated routes, low-light photo tips, windproof gear, and timing advice.

2/7/2026
12 min read
Tootbus night tour bus with illuminated skyline

Night Tour

Highlights After Dark

  • Thames riverfront and bridges glowing
  • Theatreland neon and classic marquees
  • St Paul’s and Westminster lit for drama

Best Seats

  • Top-deck front-left for oncoming views.
  • Rear to reduce wind and shake.

Camera Quick-Start

  • Use Night mode or set ISO ~800–1600.
  • Stabilize arms on rail; shoot burst to mitigate motion.

Dress warm — wind at speed feels 5–7°C colder on the top deck.

Rain & Mist
  • Lower deck for warmth; consider lens wipes.
  • Mist adds mood — embrace reflections.
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Night Tour Extras

Seat & Gear Matrix

Seat Stability Cold Notes
Front-left Medium High Best oncoming views
Rear High Medium Wind-sheltered; good for longer exposures
Lower deck High Low Warmer; reflections through glass

Camera Settings Cheatsheet

  • Phone: Night mode, burst, brace elbows.
  • Camera: f/2.8–f/4, ISO 800–1600, 1/60–1/125, IBIS on.

Route Highlights

  • Illuminated bridges and theatre districts; riverfront glow.

Misty nights produce cinematic reflections — lean into mood.

About the Author

London Travel Expert

London Travel Expert

I put this guide together to make your London sightseeing day simple, flexible, and full of local tips — from the best viewpoints to calmer times to ride.

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Night Tour
Photography
London
Double-Decker

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