London comes to life with festive cheer at Christmas. Its residents and visitors have an abundance of sights, sounds, and tastes to experience such as the festive lights in popular shopping districts, the seasonal markets and pop-up installations dotted around the city, and the all-out Christmas trees and decorations in the cities luxury hotels.
With Christmas just around the corner, get in the festive spirit with our guide to London Hospitality at Christmas.
Oxford Street
You really can see a ‘Sky Full of Stars’! Amble down Oxford Street and enjoy this beautiful display while browsing the array of shops.
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Bond Street
The Ralph Lauren Giving Tree for Bond Street really is something to behold. Make a donation to The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and in turn you can dedicate a star and have it placed on the tree in honour of someone special in your life. This beautiful sentiment illuminates Bond Street ‘with kindness and love this festive season’.
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Covent Garden
Sleigh selfie anyone?
With so many things to do from enjoying a warm glass of mulled wine, visiting the new Dolce & Gabbana pop-up, and seeing the snow fall, Covent Garden is the place to be this season!
Experience some serious sparkle in the lobby of Claridges Hotel. Sandra Choi the Creative Director for Jimmy Choo named this tree ‘The Diamond’, a sculptural creation over 5 metres tall, filled with sparkling lights and a giant pink bow creating a jewel effect.
Photo by claridgeshotel via Instagram
No Mad London
Inspired by the official Royal Families florist Constance Spry, floral designers Federica Carlini & Marzena Joseph worked with No Mad London to create this beautiful display of pine cones, candles, mosses and large velvet red balls for their festive display.
Have you ever seen a more beautifully decorated tree? The decoration, and sheer size of this festive display is simply stunning!
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Kimpton Fitzroy
Snuggle by the fireplace at Kimpton Fitzroy, with Christmas decorations by Steven Duggan Events & Liana Verderocce.
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Annabel’s
This stunning facade at Annabel’s featuring a fun-fair theme is truly magical.
Photo by annabelsmayfair via Instagram
Harrods x Dior
The ‘Fabulous World of Dior’ exhibition at Harrods revisits the festive tradition of the gingerbread house, to pay tribute to Monsieur Dior’s legacy. Head in store to see ‘The Kingdom of Dream’s exhibition with gingerbread displays from dresses to sleighs!
Photo by dior via Instagram
Lanesborough Hotel
Experience a winter wonderland at the Lanesborough Hotel with the theme being ‘Lucky Star’!
