THE CHARM OF LONDON IN DECEMBER

   

 

 

Christmas traditions in London include watching public Christmas tree lighting ceremonies, visiting Christmas markets and the Winter Wonderland, going ice skating, and attending Christmas special plays, musicals, ballets, carols, and movie screenings.

Christmas in London is truly an enchanting time to visit. There's a certain magic that can be felt throughout December. The lights are brighter, smiles are larger, and the city's attractions look even more beautiful than usual.

London. Previously home to the largest lights installation in the country - The Spirit of Christmas - London rightfully earns its place for some of the best Christmas light trails in the UK. From St James and Regent Street to Covent Garden, much of the city is illuminated with lights during the festive season.

London's most famous attractions and monuments such as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, and Wembley Stadium look all the more spectacular during Christmas.

 

London is a magical place to visit in December, with festive lights, seasonal markets, and other winter activities: 

Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park

A fun fair with rides, food, ice skating, ice sculpture workshops, and circus shows 

Covent Garden

A great place to see the Christmas tree, decorations, and Christmas windows 

Harrods

Visit Santa's grotto and admire the Christmas lights 

Riverfront Christmas Markets

Visit the Southbank Centre's Winter Market for festive food stalls, gifts, and hot chocolate or mulled wine 

Somerset House

A great place for ice skating, with a terrace that offers views over the River Thames 

Christmas at Kew

An after-dark event at the Royal Botanic Gardens with innovative decorations and light shows 

Christmas shopping

London's shopping streets are decorated with Christmas lights 

Tower of London

Take a guided tour to learn about the tower's history, including its use as a prison, menagerie, mint, and armoury.

Christmas markets: A great place to shop for gifts 

Christmas tree lighting ceremonies: A tradition to watch the public tree lighting 

Christmas plays, musicals, ballets, carols, and movie screenings: Attend a Christmas special performance 

Street shopping: Shop at Seven Dials 

Harrods Christmas Shop: Visit the Harrods Christmas Shop 

Christmas Lights Bus Tour: Take a Christmas Lights Bus Tour 

Christmas Lights & Carolers at Trafalgar Square: See the Christmas Lights & Carolers at Trafalgar Square 

Pubs and restaurants: Enjoy mulled wine at the city's pubs and restaurants 

Winter pop-ups: Try something new at a winter pop-up 

 

December in London is typically chilly and wet, with average temperatures of 44ºF (7ºC) - 37ºF (3ºC). Most days are grey and rainy, but storms or heavy downpours are rare. 

The weather in the UK is rarely extreme, but it can change quickly. In just one day, you might experience warm sunshine, rain, cold wind and maybe even snow. Wear several layers so you can put them on or take them off as the weather changes, and always carry an umbrella.