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Lonely PlanetOct 8

12 Best Christmas Markets in London

Experience the best of London during the festive season at these top Christmas markets.

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Kew GardensGardenlit up with light and sound installations
Hyde ParkParkLondon's biggest winter attraction
Southbank CentreArts centrefree craft browsing
Hampton Court PalaceSightformer home to King Henry VIII
Borough MarketMarketgo hungry
Swedish Church in MaryleboneMarketpours glögg
Winter WonderlandFestivalfor rides, ice-skating and circus shows
Leadenhall's storied Victorian arcadeMarkethistory buffs should visit
Oxford StreetNeighborhoodat Christmas
Fortnum & MasonSightChristmas windows and hampers
Burlington ArcadeNeighborhoodgorgeously decorated for Christmas
LibertySightfor beauty advent calendars and ornaments
Somerset HouseSightbook a session of ice skating
Covent GardenArts centrefestive season with street performance
Church of SwedenPlace of worshipannual Christmas fair in November
Chelsea Physic GardenGardenticketed fair in oldest botanic garden
DIY Art MarketMarketplatform for artists and designers
Greenwich MarketMarkethistoric market with community vibe
Queen's HouseMuseumSanta Grotto visit
Greenwich PeninsulaSuburbcraft and street food stalls, carousel
Between the BridgesRestaurantmulled wine, cocktails, Christmas sing-alongs
Canopy MarketMarketstreet food and handmade gifts
Leadenhall MarketMarketVictorian wrought-iron and glass structure

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A perfect day in London

Spend the perfect day hitting London’s most popular sights and still have time to notice the city’s street-level details.

Brutalist landmark passed on ferry.

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St Paul’s CathedralPlace of worshipSt Paul's Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of St Paul in London, is an Anglican cathedral in London, England,…
Tate ModernArts centreIt forms part of the Tate group together with Tate Britain, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives.
London EyeSightLandmark passed on ferry.
Tower of LondonAttractionRoyal palace with 1000 years of history.
Westminster AbbeyPlace of worshipExamine facade from outside if no tickets.
British MuseumMuseumWorld treasures under one roof, free entry.
National Portrait GalleryGalleryNational Portrait Gallery, London.
Tower BridgeSightViews of the bridge from Coppa Club and The Ivy.
Trafalgar SquareSightIt was established in the early 19th century around the area known as Charing Cross.
Coppa ClubBarCoppa Club offers a space for anyone to enjoy any time of day.
WatchHouseCaféFormer warehouse serving cardamom buns and coffee.
Thames ClipperPlaceCatamaran ferry sailing west to Westminster Pier.
Shakespeare’s GlobeTheatreShakespeare's Globe is a reconstruction of the Globe Theatre, an Elizabethan playhouse first built in 1599 for which…
Southbank CentreArts centreBrutalist landmark passed on ferry.
10 Downing StreetSightPeer through gates on way to Trafalgar Square.
The Portrait Restaurant by Richard CorriganRestaurantBritish haute cuisine with views, set lunch menu.
Covent Garden PiazzaNeighborhoodBoutique shopping, market stalls, buskers.
London Transport MuseumMuseumGood spot for kids and transportation enthusiasts.
BloomsburySuburbIt is considered a fashionable residential area, and is the location of numerous cultural, intellectual, and…
Seven DialsNeighborhoodWalk via this area to the British Museum.
Museum TavernPubHistoric pub opposite the British Museum.
St. John cafePubCourtyard cafe next to London Review of Books.
SketchRestaurantTop restaurant for fine dining.
The National GalleryCafé
The IvyRestaurant

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