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Christmas in London Tour

Christmas in London Tour

Discover the lights, the markets and the stories behind a London Christmas

Celebrate the magic of the season on our free Christmas walking tour of London. See glowing streets, festive markets and twinkling lights in the heart of the West End, and discover how London became one of the most festive cities in the world.
Expect stories of Charles Dickens and A Christmas Carol, Oliver Cromwell banning Christmas, Pantomimes, Peter Pan and festive film locations along the way.

Christmas Lights Walking Tour

​What to Expect

On this Christmas walking tour, you’ll discover the history behind our favourite traditions, from the Christmas tree Norway gifts to Trafalgar Square every year, to the Victorians who invented the Christmas crackers and how turkey ended up on the menu.
Expect fun storytelling and history with plenty of festive sights, smells and sounds. You’ll see Christmas markets, Christmas lights and decorations, and even a few film locations.
The tour finishes in Covent Garden, just a 10 minute walk from the famous angels of Regent Street and the lights of Carnaby Street, so you can carry on your own Christmas lights trail afterwards.

What Sets Us Apart:

This isn’t just a Christmas lights tour. It’s a celebration of Christmas itself, its traditions, history and stories. 
Our guides come from a performance background, so expect plenty of humour and storytelling that keeps kids and grown ups hooked. The tour is for all ages and fully accessible, making it perfect for families, couples, friends or solo visitors looking for festive things to do in London.

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Enjoy fully customisable private tours that match your interests

Benefit from guides with in-depth knowledge and insider access

Designed for small groups, allowing for a more intimate experience

Language   English

Start Time    6.30pm

Duration   1.5 Hours

Price    Free

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London Christmas Tree

Tour Highlights

Find out how London gave the world the Christmas card and the cracker, and how the Victorians made the Christmas tree a must have.

Stroll through the festive markets of Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square, soaking up the sights, smells and seasonal cheer.

Hear about Dickens’ London Christmases, the first ever Peter Pan, and the year Christmas was cancelled.

Discover why Norway sends London a giant Christmas tree every year, and the story behind it.

Visit locations featured in Christmas films, and find out how London has inspired generations of festive stories.

Interactive storytelling, seasonal history and holiday fun for visitors of all ages.

Itinerary

Every Christmas tour is a little different, but here are some of the festive landmarks your guide will take you to.

Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree

Every Christmas tour is a little different, but here are some of the festive landmarks your guide will take you to.

Cecil Court London

Cecil Court

A tiny Victorian street of old bookshops and shopfronts that looks like it’s stepped straight out of a Dickens novel.

Covent Garden Christmas Tree

Covent Garden

Home to some of the most fabulous giant baubles and Christmas decorations London has to offer, and a starring location in Last Christmas.

Oxford Street Christmas Lights

Book Your Tour Today!

Free to book, no booking fee, and you only pay what you think it was worth. December tours fill up fast, so grab your spot now.

Booking for more than 6 people? Or just want something more bespoke? Why not book a Private Tour with us?

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What Our Customers Say

London with a Local has over 8,000 five star reviews on Google and Tipadvisor across all our tours. Here’s what guests say about our Christmas tour!

Meeting Point

We meet outside the Clermont Hotel, right next to Charing Cross station, which is on the Bakerloo and Northern lines. It’s about a 5 minute walk from Leicester Square and Embankment stations.

Look for your guide with the red umbrella. We recommend arriving 10 to 15 minutes before the tour starts, so there’s time to grab a hot chocolate (or mulled wine!) on the way.

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