London
during Christmas is a dream destination for many around the world. If
you are in the city for the season, do explore its sparkling alleys,
beautiful sidewalks, iconic attractions and seasonal activities.
London has a limitless choice of attractions and you may be surprised
at the things you get to do in the city at its busiest!
Find
out how to enjoy the snow, the colors and the warmth of the lights by
joining in the celebration at the city’s popular spots.
Ice
Skate:
Ice skating is perfect to usher in the festivities as you gear up on
those skates and glide through the many open-air ice rinks during Christmas season that adorn
the city. The Natural History Museum Ice rink
and the famous London eye ice rink makes the experience magical!
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| Ice-skating-at-The-Natural-History-Museum |
Attend
Christmas Mass:
The churches in London on Christmas day have an early service and
mass and if you are early, you can catch a traditional service at one
of the churches around the city. If you are exploring London with
family and friends, the Mass is a perfect way to kick-start the
season.
Explore
the Markets in London:
Market in London during Christmas are no less than a Willy Wonka
factory! Choose from lip-smacking soul food including chocolates,
seasonal drinks or simple go shopping for gift! It is the season to
be jolly, after all!
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| Market in London during Christmas |
Take
a ride on the London Eye:
Take an evening ride on the London eye to see the city at its
brightest! The view is breath-taking and Ice-skating at the nearby
rink later, makes for a perfect evening.
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| The London Eye |
Feel
the Royalty:
The Windster Castle is all lit up for the season and even though
closed on the main day, do take a walk along the grounds to see the
exquisite decorations which adorn its regal walls. The Buckingham
Palace is another one of the royal must-sees while in London during
Christmas!
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| Buckingham
Palace |
Take
a Bus tour:
Bus tours take you around the main locations around the city and are
perfect if you want to spend the Christmas day exploring the
snow-covered city.
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| Take
a Bus tour |
See
a Pantomime performance:
If you are in the city with kids, this one will surely get them
excited! Grand performances with dramatic costumes, the Pantomine is
perfect to get a feel a little younger.It is one of the most popular
tourist attractions in London.
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| Pantomime performance |
Explore
the city on foot:
London during Christmas is everything a fairytale promises to be!
Take some time out to explore the streets around London and truly
admire the festive spirit of the city. Oxford Street and the West end
are a popular haunt during the season and the Hyde Park is
extravagantly decorated to welcome its admirers.
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| Oxford-Street-Christmas |
Have
a couple of drinks:
Eventhough Bars and Pubs close early on Christmas day, a quick early
drink is perfect to keep you warm for the rest of the evening. The
Markets also sell wine bottles along with seasonal food items.
Walk
along the Thames:
Anyone who wants to explore the city in all its glory must take a
walk along the Thames river during Christmas. The view of the city
form the bridge is perfect if you are trying to find a quiet spot
amidst all the hustle-bustle.
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| Walk
along the Thames |
See
the Big Ben:
The Big Ben during Christmas is nothing less than a time-travel
machine. The beauty of the tower multiplies as the snow provides the
perfect backdrop to its charm. Evening transforms the tower into a
marvel!
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