{"id":10035,"date":"2025-12-01T09:30:45","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T09:30:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goldentours.com\/travelblog?p=10035"},"modified":"2025-12-01T09:31:30","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T09:31:30","slug":"best-christmas-activities-kids-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goldentours.com\/travelblog\/best-christmas-activities-kids-london","title":{"rendered":"Great Christmas Activities & Events for Kids in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

There\u2019s nothing more exciting than Christmas! From gingerbread men to candy canes, the festive season brings bundles of happiness with or without the arrival of a certain bearded man in a giant red coat!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When it comes to kids, you need a plan. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together our top children\u2019s Christmas activities, experiences, and events to ensure every kind of elf has a wonderful time.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Winter Wonderland<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Make your children feel like they\u2019re in the North Pole with a trip to Winter Wonderland<\/a> in London\u2019s Hyde Park. Bursting at the seams with Christmas spirit, it’s the perfect place for all the family to eat, drink and have fun! From fairground games including the classic hook a duck, a German-inspired Christmas Market adorning Christmas lights<\/a>, and sizzling hot foods and an abundance of mulled wine for parents everywhere, it’s utter festive bliss!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Christmas Lights London by Night Bus Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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London is renowned for its beautiful Christmas decorations, and this 90-minute tour with a live guide<\/a> with take you through the heart of the city to see buildings and streets adorned with dazzling displays. Be awed by thousands of sparkling lights in Oxford Street, the iconic angels of Regent Street, and a host of magical Christmas trees dotted around central London. Rug up the kids in their coats and beanies, and watch as their faces light up with joy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hogwarts in the Snow<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Experience Christmas in the Wizarding World with a special trip to Hogwarts in the Snow<\/a> at Warner Bros. Studio Tour. Enter the Great Hall to see a festive feast laid out along the tables, your favourite characters dressed for the famous Yule Ball scene in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, dripping icicles, snowfall along Diagon Alley and the Forbidden Forest. What\u2019s more, you\u2019ll get hands-on experience of filmmaking fire, ice and snow and uncover how set dressers transform sets for Christmas.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Christmas at Kew Gardens<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Enjoy a wonderful evening with your children this Christmas at Kew Gardens<\/a>. Wander through the illuminated trails and admire the colourful lights display, glittering tunnels, and\u00a0flickering flames in the fire garden. You can also enjoy festive food and drinks along the trail. \u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Santa’s Grotto<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

There\u2019s only one way to find out if you’ve been naughty or nice this year and that’s to visit the big man himself \u2013 Santa Claus! Luckily for you, he seems to be dotted around the whole of London. Watch out for his grotto pop-ups in Leicester Square, London Zoo<\/a>, London Transport Museum<\/a>, Hamleys Toyshop<\/a>, and Hobbledown Heath<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Ice Skating<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Tis the season to lace up your boots and get twirling as magical ice rinks<\/a> pop up across London. A guaranteed good time with family and friends, skate around one of London\u2019s most famous rinks \u2013 Somerset House. With a handy Skate School, it\u2019s an ideal choice for kids. As is the ice rink at Winter Wonderland with vintage fairground rides and plenty of other kid-friendly activities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pantomimes<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pantomimes are a real winter treat, and this year is no exception. Whatever your favourite classic fairy tale is, there\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy in London this year. Journey to the magical Hackney Empire to see Cinderella. With fabulous costumes and larger-than-life characters, it’s sure to have everyone in fits of giggles. Or head into Soho and see Sleeping Beauty<\/a>. You can expect twists and turns, cheeky humour, and comedy legends.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Lapland UK<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Give your children the most magical experience this Christmas in Lapland UK<\/a>. Bringing to life the real meaning of Christmas, Lapland UK is an immersive, beautiful experience that transports your children to the North Pole without a sleigh. Visit the toy factory, meet Mrs Claus, get close to Santa\u2019s reindeer and enjoy a special meeting with Santa himself. Dusted in snow and promising smiles all around, it’s the most perfect thing to do with your kids!<\/p>\r\n

Looking for more Christmas things to do in London? Check out our festive tours<\/a> and make this season one to remember.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n