Christmas in London

Things to do at Christmas in London

If you're spending Christmas in London then you're going to have a great time. London is a very fashionable, exciting city overflowing with culture and fun. It's one of the most visited cities in the world and during December this lovely town is full of festive magic.

The following are some of the wonderful things you can do in London during the Christmas season.

somerset house christmas tree Ice skating In London

You can skate around a 40 foot Christmas tree in one of the most romantic settings at Somerset House. Or, you can skate outside the Science Museum or the Tower of London.

If you want something bigger... then you can skate around the largest ice-skating rink in London at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.

Christmas Lights In London

The traditional Christmas lights are normally turned on during the month of November.

Oxford Street lights switch-on was on 7 November and Regent Street will be on 20th at 6pm.

Two days later and it will be the turn of Bond Street to switch on the Christmas Lights at 6.0pm on 22 November 2007.

Click here for Covent Garden Christmas lights.

selfridges at christmas Christmas Shopping

The streets of London are ablaze with lights and shops are adorned with sparkling gifts. Shop in stores such as Harrods, Harvey Niks (Harvey Nichols) and Selfridges or discover the many new and trendy shops full of Christmas goodies.

Christmas Markets

Indulge in some festive spirit at these lovely Christmas markets in London. Hyde Park Winter Wonderland hosts a German Christmas Market, Covent Garden has a delux Xmas market and there are many others at Tower Bridge and Southbank.

Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree & Carols

Trafalgar Square is a great place to enjoy Christmas Carols around the Christmas tree : 10 - 23rd December 2007 (5pm - 9pm Tues-Friday and 5pm - 8pm Saturday, Sunday and Monday).

london restaurant Restaurants In London At Christmas

Restaurants, pubs and bars are full of the 'spirit' of Christmas and the scent of hot chestnuts fills the crispy cold air.

The sound of carol singers and laughter make this a truly magical time to visit London and enjoy a meal at one of the many fantastic restaurants.

Christmas Shows

Theatres across London are full of children enjoying the many traditional pantomimes such as 'The Snowman', 'Cinderella', 'Snow White' and 'The Nutcracker' which enchant and enthrall all.

Christmas Fairs in London

There will be many Christmas Fairs in London over the festive season such as Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland, Bankside Frost Fair on Southbank and Covent Garden will host many wonderful Christmas events. Don't forget to check out St Marylebone's Cabbages & Frocks Christmas Fair!

christmas carols in trafalgar
square Carol Services in London

What better way to celebrate Christmas in London than by going to one of the many candle-lit Christmas masses and Carol services over this seasonal period.