London's Most Beautiful Season: A Guide to the 2021 Brilliant Christmas Festival

Christmas always gives a romantic feeling that is beyond words. As Christmas approaches, the streets gradually light up with beautiful and brilliant lights, and people's faces show brighter smiles. Christmas is the most important holiday of the year for the British. As soon as December arrives, the whole of London gets ready for Christmas, and the festive atmosphere permeates every street and alley. As this year draws to a close, follow Go City to spend a brilliant and unforgettable Christmas in London!

Do you want to experience firsthand how the British royalty celebrated Christmas in the Victorian era? Then you can't miss the rare opportunity to feel the Christmas atmosphere at Kensington Palace! It turns out that before Queen Victoria's reign, people only exchanged fruits and nuts, but under the queen's influence, exchanging gifts gradually became the main activity of Christmas. To this day, Kensington Palace still displays some of the splendid gifts carefully chosen by royals in the past.

In addition to viewing the 19th-century Christmas decorations inside the palace, you can also buy tickets and watch classic Christmas movies with locals inside. The meticulously arranged Christmas decorations, giant Christmas tree, and sparkling lights will give you a unique movie experience and an unforgettable evening.

The Shard has always been one of the most eye-catching buildings in London. With Christmas approaching, the exterior of The Shard will transform into a dazzling Christmas tree to celebrate the festival with the people. This magnificent building, composed of 11,000 glass panels, also has a particularly romantic name: 'Star Picking Tower'.

In addition to climbing the observation deck of The Shard to overlook the city's scenery, you can also witness the tallest Christmas tree in London. You'll find that the relevant authorities have put a lot of thought into this 18-foot giant Christmas tree, even decorating it with 11,000 small lights—the same number as the glass panels on the building's exterior—fully enhancing the Christmas atmosphere.

Last year, the Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park was suspended for a year due to the pandemic, but this year it has made a strong comeback! Unlike before, to limit the total number of on-site visitors, you must book a visit date in advance on the official website. The good news is that there are designated off-peak hours every day, and visitors can get free tickets on the website to enter and enjoy!

Whether by day or night, Winter Wonderland offers a range of entertainment activities for visitors. You can ice skate at the rink or watch wonderful performances at the circus. For thrill-seekers, you can challenge the roller coaster, and of course, there is also the kids' favorite activity of Santa Claus giving out gifts. All kinds of exciting activities are at your choice.

When in London, you must take the opportunity to visit Greenwich, a tranquil town like a paradise, and experience its simple and unpretentious local customs. There are many hidden gem attractions here, such as the Royal Observatory Greenwich, which is the starting point of time and geographic longitude, the Old Royal Naval College, and the world's oldest surviving sailing ship, the Cutty Sark.

The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich also holds various activities to celebrate Christmas, especially suitable for the whole family. The venue will be decorated as a Victorian scene, allowing parents to bring their children to make mini wreaths and Christmas cookies for free. In addition, you can buy unique local souvenirs or taste local snacks at the pop-up shop.

What could be more relaxing than sitting back, relaxing, and joining a hop-on hop-off bus tour to enjoy London's Christmas scenery? With a Go City Pass, you can hop on and off unlimited times within a specified period, choosing from nine bus routes to easily travel around London's major surrounding attractions.

If you want to take a closer look, hop off the bus and take some fun snapshots. Follow your own itinerary preferences to explore iconic London attractions such as Westminster Abbey, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, and Big Ben. Along the way, you can also enjoy in-depth commentary from the on-board guide to learn about the unique charm of this city.

As Christmas approaches, even the snowflakes seem more romantic. The Go City Pass has carefully selected a series of fun, beautiful, and photogenic must-see attractions for you, making every trip serendipitous and unforgettable.

Travelogue Directory1. Visit Kensington Palace for a Royal Christmas Experience2. See London's tallest Christmas tree at The Shard3. Find Santa Claus at Winter Wonderland4. Experience the Christmas atmosphere in Greenwich5. Take a hop-on hop-off bus tour to see London's Christmas sceneryTravel InformationHotel IndexGuide IndexFlight Ticket IndexWebsite NavigationTravel IndexCruise IndexCorporate Travel IndexFranchise CooperationDistribution AllianceFriendship LinksCorporate Gift Card ProcurementInsurance AgencyAgency CooperationHotel FranchiseDestination and Scenic Spot CooperationMore Franchise CooperationAbout CtripAbout CtripCtrip Hot TopicsContact UsCareersUser AgreementPrivacy PolicyBusiness LicenseSafety CenterCtrip Content CenterIntellectual PropertyTrip.com GroupAlgorithm Disclosure