{"id":38533,"date":"2025-11-10T13:37:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T12:37:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/?p=38533"},"modified":"2025-11-17T13:10:56","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T12:10:56","slug":"things-to-do-in-london-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/destination-guides\/london\/things-to-do-in-london-december\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in London in December"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the city wraps itself in a festive cloak of twinkling lights and yuletide cheer, December in London is nothing short of magical.<\/h2>\n

From West End shows and winter wonderlands to ice skating under the shadow of iconic landmarks, embark on a jolly journey through the magic that is London in December.<\/h4>\n
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Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"ChildrenStep inside a quintessential Christmas Card scene as you bundle up to skate under the stars in the grounds of Henry VIII\u2019s historic home. This Tudor palace in Richmond upon Thames dates back to 1514 and offers a truly unique backdrop for a session on the ice.<\/h4>\n

Why not tie it in with a tour of the palace, where you can see Anne Boleyn\u2019s Book of Hours, and explore the Magic Gardens and maze before heading onto the rink. Afterwards, you can warm up in the cafe bar with a mulled wine or hot chocolate to soak up every moment of this enchanting experience.<\/h4>\n

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Christmas at Kew<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n
14th November – 4th January<\/h5>\n

\"WinterBotanical paradise turned Christmas dreamland, throughout the winter season Kew Gardens is transformed into a fabulous 3km festive light trail! <\/span>Perfect for families or groups of friends, Christmas at Kew is a superb way to start off the festive season. <\/span>Staying late into the evening? Grab some festive sweet treats or hot grub from a selection of independent street food stalls along the trail.<\/h4>\n

Or take a seat at the Botanical Brasserie overlooking the glittering views of the Kew Gardens’ winter trail.<\/h4>\n

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Check out the\u00a0St Pancras Tree<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n