One of the most magical times of the year to visit London is around Christmas and New Year. If you’ve never had the chance to see the city at this time, you’ll find that it comes to life in a whole new way when the Christmas lights and decorations are put up everywhere. If you are hoping to visit London this year, you’ll want to start making plans and booking a London hotel very soon. Keep reading as we share some of our top tips for your Christmas or New Year trip to London.
Book Early for a London Christmas or New Year Trip Our number one piece of advice for anyone planning to travel to London at this time of the year is to book as early as you can. London hotels are at full capacity over the Christmas and New Year period, as many visitors come from overseas to enjoy the city at this time of the year or to visit loved ones. We offer London hotels in various central locations, all of which will allow you to get around easily and see all of the fantastic light displays, decorations, and events that are planned at this time of the year. Try to book as soon as you can to ensure you get the hotel and the room of your choice for a festive stay in the city.
Restaurant and Attraction Reservations Another thing to consider when booking a trip to London around Christmas is booking your restaurants and attraction tickets ahead of time. Restaurants usually put on special menus around Christmas and get booked up quickly with private functions and large family gatherings. The earlier you can book your meals, the more choices you’ll have regarding dining times. We also recommend booking popular tourist attractions ahead of time, keeping in mind that most of them will likely be closed around Christmas Day. Plan accordingly so you don’t miss out on anything that’s on your London bucket list.
New Year’s Eve Celebrations in London New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting times of the year to be in the city, but that night is also one of the busiest that the city sees all year. Look at options for packages for restaurants or bars, many of which put on special events for the evening’s celebrations. If you are lucky enough to be able to find somewhere that offers you a view of the New Year’s Eve fireworks, you’ll be in for a night that you’ll never forget.
There’s so much to see and do during a Christmas or New Year trip to London. You’ll want to try and book your London hotel as soon as possible, as these are the most popular dates of the year to secure hotels. Our team will be here to help you plan the perfect Christmas or New Year trip to the city and answer any questions about how to make the most of your time here.
