Five Must-Do London Activities This Festive Season
How to make the most of Christmas in the capital.
Christmas in London really is the most wonderful time of the year — twinkling lights, grand decorations and pop-up events right across town. Here are five ways to feel properly festive.
Winter Wonderland
Hyde Park’s free-entry festival is a must, with ice-skating, shows, circuses, live music and rides — hours of holiday magic for the whole family.
The Christmas lights
The city glows from Kew Gardens to Coal Drops Yard. Start at Regent Street for the grandest display, then wander on to Carnaby Street, Seven Dials and Covent Garden.
New Year’s Eve fireworks
If you’re around for New Year, Primrose Hill offers free, sweeping views of the city’s spectacular firework display.
The Trafalgar Square tree
An annual gift from Norway in thanks for wartime support, this 20-metre tree is lit throughout December and hosts festive carol concerts.
The Christmas markets
Endless options across the capital: stroll the riverside at London Bridge, browse Greenwich Market, or take the little ones to meet Santa at Leicester Square.
Wrap up warm — most of these are free, and all of them are best after dark.
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