10 Christmas Activities in London

London boasts some of the country’s most dazzling Christmas displays, and admiring them is just one way to get into the festive spirit. From the twinkling lights of Oxford Street, to the beautiful decorations that illuminate Covent Garden, you’ll be blown away with the sparkling array of Christmas lights that embellish the capital.

Take on an immersive light trail through the Chelsea Winter Village at Royal Hospital Chelsea. With large-scale art, interactive stations and imaginative soundscapes. Follow on to their Christmas market, with festive bars, workshops, live performances, traditional fairground rides, and even a friendly game of Curling!

Available from 26^th November – 28^th December 2025.

One of the many delights of Christmas are the Christmas Markets, and London has plenty of them! Whether you go for the heart-warming food stalls, the festive atmosphere, or the artisan gifts, a Christmas market is a must-do activity each year. Imagine a mulled wine (or cider) in one hand, a mince pie in the other, listening to joyous carols as you buy presents for your loved-ones. It doesn’t get much merrier than that!

This year Sloane Square is home to the immersive Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience. This inaugural Christmas Market is dressed up in Ralph Lauren’s signature style, with Tartan designs and bold reds. Featuring a variety of activities including wreath-making workshops, and artisan cookie decorating. Enjoy a pop-up shop with incredible gifts, the iconic Ralphs Coffee Stand and seasonal treats. This unique experience is only found in Sloane Square, moments from our hotel doors.

Available from 14^th November – 24^th December 2025.

The ultimate Christmas destination in London!

Hyde Park is lit with fairy lights and filled to the brim with Londoners and visitors alike. If you’ve never been before, this place has everything you can dream of… With humble beginnings as an open-air Christmas market, Winter Wonderland has since grown into an extravaganza with ice-skating, roller-coaster rides, street-food stalls, festive bars and live music and shows. For 18 years, it has been spreading the Christmas spirit throughout London, and this year won’t be any different.

Be sure to visit between 14^th November 2025 – 1^st January 2026.

Photo Credit: Winter Wonderland

Make your way through London’s most impressive festive light trail at the historic Kew Gardens. A location renowned for being a UNESCO World Heritage Site and leading scientific research centre, and during the festive months, for their dazzling Christmas lights!

Discover a botanical world of light, music and festive magic in 2025. Make sure to layer up, as this beautiful outdoor experience has larger-than-life illuminations, shimmering tunnels of light, and maybe, even a special visit from Father Christmas along the way.

Available from 14^th November 2025 – 4^th January 2026.

Photo Credit: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Enjoy 75-minutes of pure Christmas magic, with a horse drawn carriage ride through Richmond Park.

Head to Holly Lodge, where you’ll be greeted with seasonal refreshments, before taking your place in the six-person Park Brake carriage drawn by the majestic Shire Horses. As you trot around the park in all its winter glory, let your senses go to work. Enjoy the sounds of hoofs and bells, feel the warmth snuggled under a blanket, and watch the wildlife in their natural habitat. (If you’re lucky, you may even get to experience some snow!). What’s more, you’ll also be treated to a unique behind-the-scenes visit of the working stables.

An experience not to be missed! Available from 6^th December 2025 – 1^st January 2026.

Photo Credit: Royal Parks