Throughout November and December, London is packed full of Christmas markets and we have narrowed down the best Christmas markets in London for you to visit this year.

London’s Best Christmas Markets

Mayfair Christmas Market

Mayfair Christmas Market is being held on Friday 29th and Saturday 20th November. Mayfair Christmas market is quickly becoming one of London’s best Christmas markets with live music, great food, champagne stalls and excellent atmosphere.

Winter wonderland

Winter Wonderland is London’s largest Christmas market and Christmas event. Winter wonderland boasts a fair ground, ice rink, activities, bars and restaurants making it the number 1 thing to do in London at Christmas. Tickets do need to be pre-booked and this should be done early for busy periods.

You can book tickets here.

Leicester Square Christmas Market

Leicester square transforms into a Christmas markets in the hub of the West End. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine as you browse the stalls. This is a smaller market but big in atmosphere as you explore through the hustle and bustle.

South Bank Christmas Market

The Southbank is a hub of activity during the festive period. In addition to the Christmas market there is Under the Bridge a food and events space, fair ground and Fire and Fromage pop up to toast marshmallows and dine on raclette. It’s the perfect place to explore and also stop by the Christmas Market for a browse of the gifts, food and drinks on offer.

Trafalgar Square Christmas Market

Another Christmas Market located amongst the hustle and bustle of busy London life, Trafalgar Square’s Christmas market is located in the center of the capital and well worth a visit if you don’t mind the crowds.

Kingston Christmas Market

Kingston Christmas Market opens on 14th November. The market has traditional market stalls, food and drink stalls and the opportunity for you to try your hand at curling. Tickets for curling need to be booked via the website here.

Greenwich Market

During the festive period, Greenwich market gets a Christmas make over. Browse the stalls for Christmas gifts and try the various food and drink options on sale. Wander along with a cup of mulled wine before heading to The Queens House for some ice skating.

Source: Visit Greenwich

Covent Garden

Over the festive period, Covent Garden gets it’s own Christmas make over and you can enjoy browsing the stalls under the Christmas lights and decorations. This year mulled wine stations are set up around Covent Garden to keep you warm while browsing.

Spitalfields Christmas Market

Old Spitalfields Market also adds a festive spin from November-December. Browse the unique stalls and see the independent vendors all while tucking into some of the best food stalls and trucks in London.

Source: Time Out

Kings Cross Christmas Market

Christmas at Kings Cross is huge this year, with the famous covered Christmas market with over 100 stalls you can visit in any weather. In addition you can explore the shopping mall and traffic free shopping area alongside the variety of food and drink options. This is a good option for a less busy Christmas time!

Source: Kings Cross Christmas 

Leadenhall Christmas Market

Leadenhall Market offers a different option to the festive markets covering the rest of London. On specific dates you will find various different flea markets, craft markets and vintage markets to wander and stroll.

Sunday 29 September – The Vintage Furniture & Flea Market

Saturday 12 October – SoLo Craft Fair

Saturday 16 November – SoLo Craft Fair Christmas Market

Sunday 24 November – The Vintage Furniture & Flea Christmas Market

Saturday 7 December – SoLo Craft Fair Christmas Market

Source: Leadenhall Market

Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre

Hampton Court Palace is once again hosting it’s festive fayre over 2 weekends this festive season. The fayre will ne held for 3 days from Friday 6th-Sunday 8th December and Friday 13th-Sunday 15th December. Head out to explore the stalls in the fayre or have a go at ice skating on the beautiful ice rink.

Source: Hampton Court

Explore our things to do in London at Christmas here. 

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