Christmas' Day In London

Attractions London on Christmas Day

It is the day of the year in which London shows its quiet side, although there is still much to enjoy on Christmas Day.

Although Christmas Day in the capital is much quieter than usual, no shortage of activities to enjoy. This is a unique opportunity to explore and experience a different aspect of the city.

Displacement
There is no public transport on Christmas Day, but you can opt for a Boris bike to explore central London with much less traffic than usual. There are also some taxis and mini-cabs to get around.

Because transportation options are limited, once consumed thousands of Christmas calories, walking is perhaps the best option. You can peacefully enjoy the beautiful London architecture, street art and the Christmas lights, and walking is the best way to do it.

Excursions

Explore London and its quieter side with a guided tour. There are many tours during the holidays, including some on Christmas Day. Enjoy a Christmas meal on a boat with iconic views of London from the river; Take a cruise on the Thames; or go to central London when calmer is on a bus tour with which you can get on and off whenever you want during the day or a night tour to see the lights. Alternatively, get out of town on a guided tour of the Christmas style of Dickens routes Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich coach, or a trip to the Cotswolds and Oxford precious.

Interesting places
Most London attractions are closed on Christmas Day. However, some attractions are open.

Go to the Serpentine in Hyde Park, where members tanned Serpentine Swimming Club participate in the annual race of the Peter Pan Cup.

Christmas Masses
Most London churches celebrate Christmas Masses. It is recommended to arrive early, as the masses can be very crowded and space is limited. It is best to check in advance in every church. Here are some of the churches in central London to celebrate Mass on Christmas Day:

 St Martin-in-the-Fields
 Southwark Cathedral
 Cathedral of St Paul
 All Hallows by the Tower
Eat and drink
Many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, although some remain open for lunch or dinner. Most restaurants require booking in advance for dinner on Christmas Day.

Some pubs open for a few hours around lunchtime, but most are closed or require payment of tickets to access. Consultation in advance opening hours. The hotel bars are a good option for a drink on Christmas Day, although it is also advisable to check in advance the opening hours for each hotel.

Boxing Day (December 26)
The day after Christmas (known as "Boxing Day" in the UK) is also fairly quiet. Some of the January sales begin this day. Most attractions remain closed.

There is public transportation, but with limited options; check the website of Transport for London to plan your journey.

For more information about opening times and transportation during the Christmas period, see our guide to Christmas background information.