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December 18, 2023
Christmas is the magic of the holiday season in London. None of the other cities can compare with this one as it offers this season with lots of holiday-themed activities straight down December. The following is a list of the best ways to enjoy the magic of Christmas in London in 2023:
In London, the turn-on of holiday lights signifies the beginning of Christmas. The skyline twinkling with Christmas lights can be witnessed at some great spots in 2023, like Regent Street, Oxford Street, Covent Garden, and Southbank. Do a walkabout of central London just enjoying the Christmas lights in every building and on trees. Other than that, some like Marble Arch use more advanced methods of illumination tracing along with music according to the festive spirit. One could also have an exciting evening in the city through a nighttime bus tour that lets people see the twinkling Christmas lights in the distance. Enhance your magical experience further by booking your stay at the Park Grand Hotel Kensington, ensuring a delightful and festive London visit.
Every year, London’s theaters get into the spirit of Christmas by offering musicals and plays inspired by well-known Christmas tales and carols. Some of these shows to watch out for in 2023 include the ongoing Christmas production of “The Snowman,” which started at the Peacock Theatre. It is also an adapted version of a classic animation movie. A new “A Christmas Carol” show from the Old Vic with the original Incorporating festive features in “Aladdin” at the Prince Edward Theatre adds charm to a magical tale. As for “Les Miserables,” a special Christmas production is a tradition in the Sondheim Theatre. Make early bookings for the top Christmas shows of the West End on your London trip.
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The excitement of Christmas in London also involves going around and buying different presents in some stalls during fairs. Among the best destinations for your shopping adventures are Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. The market features more than a hundred wooden sheds filled with goodies, drinks, and handicraft items to purchase for your families and friends. Do not also miss out on the Christmas Market at Trafalgar Square with stalls lined up from the National Gallery. Head down to South Bank which links Waterloo and Blackfriars bridges for the atmospheric market. One would find smaller yet, charming markets located in spots like Covent Garden, Somerset House, and Battersea Park, among others. Make sure that you taste mulled wine and nibble on some bratwurst or churros while walking around.
You can celebrate your Christmas in London if you don’t feel like cooking at home, and many restaurants of high repute will have something on their menus that is specially designed for the occasion. A multi-course meal fit for the event will be provided by one of the famous luxurious hotels located in the central part of the city, and this will be offered in their classy dining room which includes traditional dishes. You can chill out with your mates at an old club located close by and share a turkey dinner.
Explore the magic further by booking your stay in one of the charming Hotels in Kensington, ensuring a delightful and festive London experience.
Specifically during December, one must agree that England is full of joy. You will have several options whereby you can immerse yourself in the joyous Christmas holiday fervor, including exotic lights in shops and uncommon gifts. There are also plenty of performances, especially tailored-made for the people who want to partake to the maximum extent in the magical festive mood.
