Christmas in the Capital

Here are a few of our favourite attractions and activities across London that you can enjoy this festive season.

3 November, 2021

Our favourite Christmas markets

Set up within the stunning Market Building, Christmas in Covent Garden offers everything from handmade crafts to unique jewellery.
The iconic Borough Market offers some of the finest seasonal foods, cookery masterclasses and gifts for food lovers.
Along with seasonal treats and delicious food, Christmas in Leicester Square is home to a Spiegeltent playing host to a bunch of exciting performances.
Winter Wonderland's market features a range of traders selling locally sourced and handmade crafts, Christmas shopping staples and delicious food and beverages.
Kingston Christmas Market offers magical gifts and street food, along with live music.
Beneath the iconic Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square sit 34 wooden chalets offering plenty of festive food and drink, as well as high end gifts.
Southbank Centre Winter Market is the setting for a range of pop-up bars, street food stalls and independent craft traders.
A wonderful array of ethical, sustainable and vegan artisan products can be found at Hackney Christmas Market.
With stunning views of Tower Bridge, Christmas by the River is host to stalls selling food, drink and perfect stocking fillers.

The UK’s largest open-air ice rink can be found at Winter Wonderland, set around the charming Victorian bandstand in Hyde Park.
Immerse yourself in the quintessential winter experience by ice skating within the grounds of the beautiful Hampton Court Palace.
Canary Wharf Ice Rink offers themed sessions including 80’s, 90’s and Soul Classics nights.
Skate surrounded by iconic architecture and views across Greenwich Park at Queen’s House.
GLIDE at Battersea Power Station is London’s only riverside ice rink, surrounded by twinkling lights and a spectacular 30 ft Christmas tree.
A uniquely Swiss themed experience is offered by Skate at Somerset House, set within the stunning courtyard, alongside the Chalet Suisse restaurant and Skate Lounge.
Skate around a huge Christmas tree, under falling snow and to your favourite Christmas tunes at Alexandra Palace.
Take a break from your Christmas shopping and visit the ice rink at Westfield.