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Festive London Guide ✨

Our most requested guide is back for 2026. Your complete guide to experiencing London’s most enchanting season.

London at Christmas is pure magic: glittering lights, festive markets, cosy pub roasts, and once-a-year traditions all across the city. But with so much happening, it’s easy to miss the best bits (or waste hours figuring it out).

This guide shows you exactly how to soak up the festive spirit, from twinkling light trails to hidden markets and unforgettable New Year’s celebrations, all without the stress.

🗓️ Covers all festive dates: mid-November to early January
 ✨ Digital PDF + Digital Map for your phone
 📥 Instant download after purchase

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Why planning a festive London trip is harder than it looks…

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“I don’t know where we can go to celebrate New Year’s Eve (that’s not INSANELY expensive!)"

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“I’m travelling in late November. But I can’t tell if the Christmas markets will be open yet?”

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“What do we even do on Christmas Day when so much is closed?”

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“I’ve seen TikToks of people getting stuck in crowds of thousands trying to see the Christmas light displays, how do I avoid THAT?!”

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“I don’t want to spend my whole trip Googling and bouncing around the city, trying to see all the markets and light displays but not knowing how to fit them all in.”

What if your perfect London festive trip was already planned for you?

Everything you need, in one guide ✨

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Festive dates to know about

When the markets and light displays actually start, plus Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and everything in between.

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Handpicked festive experiences

Markets, light displays, ice skating, shows and tours, chosen by us, not an algorithm.

✦ Including a walking route for the lights.
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Digital map

Every festive spot pinned on your phone, so you can navigate on the go.

✦ One of our most-loved features
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Festive accommodation

Where to stay for Christmas vibes, or for the best spot on New Year's Eve.

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Getting around, sorted

Transport closures and our practical tips for enjoying the season without the stress.

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Festive food & drink

Pub roasts, afternoon teas and winter pop-ups genuinely worth your money.

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Christmas Day & New Year's Eve

What's actually open on the 25th, and where to celebrate NYE without paying a fortune.

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Christmas shopping

Where to find gifts that aren't the obvious tourist traps.

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Thanksgiving & Hanukkah in London

How to celebrate both, London-style.

Sneak peek into what's included...

  • New Year’s Eve hotel recommendations

  • Hotels with Christmas Vibes

  • Christmas Markets

  •  Ice Rinks

  • Christmas lights

  • Christmas displays

  • Christmas pantomimes and musicals

  • Festive tours and experiences

  • Christmas shopping

  • Festive food & drinks you should try

  • Festive afternoon teas

  • Unique NYE experiences

Loved by last year's travellers

  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.89/5
  • 🧳 900+ guides sold
  • 👩‍💻 Written by a Londoner of 12+ years

We had been researching our trip for 4 months when we decided to buy the guide and we still found new and fantastic ideas for our trip!

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shannon

I love the map and I am looking forward to doing the walking route for the Christmas lights. Thank you for the recommendations for tours and activities.

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ J. Smith

Super helpful info on where to soak up the festive side of London and practical info that one might unintentionally overlook, i.e. transportation closures. Packed full of thoughtful details as always!

— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lana

The Festive London Guide is for you if…

✅ You’re visiting London between mid-November and early January
 ✅ You want to experience the festive season like a Londoner, not a tourist
✅ You don’t want to waste hours piecing together info from outdated blogs and TikToks
✅ You’d love all the best festive spots, practical info, and maps in one easy place

This might not be for you if…

❌ You're after a full day-by-day itinerary rather than a curated pick-and-choose guide — pair it with our London Itinerary if that's what you need
❌ You're not travelling between mid-November and early January
❌ You want activities sorted by neighbourhood, not just what's open and worth it

FAQs

How long does it take to receive my guide?

You'll receive this guide immediately upon purchase via digital download.

How do I save the guide to my phone/laptop?

To most easily access your Love and London guides and to make sure you can always reference them into the future, you’ll need to download your files to one or more of your devices. It’s fairly straightforward but if you are not sure how to do that then follow these steps.

Get in touch with us if you need us to reset your download attempts as each guide can be downloaded five times by default.

Will this work for my travel dates?

If you’re travelling from mid-November up until the first week of January, then YES.

Who is the Festive London Guide for?

Anyone visiting London between mid-November and early January who wants to experience the best of the festive season. Whether it’s your first trip or your tenth, the guide helps you discover what’s magical (and avoid what’s not worth your time).

Does this include a full day-by-day itinerary?

No, this guide is designed to give you flexibility. Instead of a rigid schedule, it highlights the best festive experiences, key dates, and practical tips so you can choose what works for your trip. If you want a full itinerary, check out our London Itineraries.