Christmas Illumination London - 2023

The twinkling Christmas illumination London in the streets transform city into heaven. It makes an unbelievable sight. Walking through the beautiful streets of London at night, with the chill feels strange.

The lighting carnival starts from Oxford Street in early November and other streets are lit up with different patterns of lights and join the festival day by day.

This is our first Christmas in London therefore we are so exiting about getting our new experience. Out of curiosity, we went to see the Oxford Street Christmas Light on the same day the light bulbs started coming on. The entire street came alive with an enchanting glow. We started from the Oxford Circus underground station and walked to the end of Oxford Street. It was amazing. The street was a bit crowded. Many people had come to enjoy that beauty. We thought to come back on the street by the upper deck of a bus to get the feeling in another way.

Xmas lights London

But while walking, we saw there are so many other streets also getting ready to join this joy. So, we thought we should come back after lighting all the street.

Then end of the November we went again to get that unforgettable experience with all the streets. Oh no, that was awesome. I have no words to explain that beauty. There is not only the lighting street but also Christmas markets, street performers and many events all around the streets.

If you are in London or near, you should not miss this seasonal experience to explore the Xmas Lights London. I will include the best route to see Christmas light London and nearby stations to these streets. All routes are connected to each other or very close to each other, so you will be able to get a Xmas light London experience easily. But honestly it is a little bit of walk, which is worth to do so and I am sure you will not have time to focus about the tiredness. Most importantly all of these memorable sceneries are free of charge

Let’s start the Explore Xmas lights London.

Oxford Street London Christmas Lights 2023

Oxford street is the first street that switch on it’s Christmas light. It’s sprinkled with a bunch of dazzling stars, turning the place into a beautiful, twinkling night sky with 300000 lights. It’s like taking a walk under a magical starry sky.With that beautiful piercing, can join in contributing something to society. You can sponsor to light a star on Oxford Street to help make a child’s stay in hospital brighter this Christmas by online or via scanning QR code on street.
Oxford Street London Christmas Lights
  • Start: 2nd November 2023
  • End: Until early January 2024
  • Flashing Time: 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm every day
  • Closest tube station: Oxford Circus/ Bond Street/ Marble Arch

Besides the stars on Oxford Street, there are many other things that you can enjoy:

  • Starlight Fairy
  • Ice skate in the west end

    for booking: https://www.skatewestend.com/

  • Santa’s Grotto and Toy Shop at John Lewis

    Kids can have fun in there by exploring the interactive grotto and unlocking the door to meet Santa, having story time, photos taken and special gifts. Your pet also can enjoy it there. To book tickets: click here

Regent Street Christmas Light

Regent Street Christmas Lights

The sparkling spirits of Christmas are watching from the sky on Regent Street and for the first time, lighting up St James too. It is an amazing view and can’t believe on my eyes. It’s the largest light scheme in capital use over 300000 of LED lights in a canopy of nets shine more than 40 handcraft spirits.

  • Start: 9th November 2023
  • End: 2nd January 2024
  • Flashing Time: From early evening – Everyday
  • Closest tube station: Oxford Circus/ Picadilly Circus

Covent Garden Christmas lights

Covent Garden’s Christmas decorations stand out with a unique and captivating design. The Christmas tree at Covent Garden boasts a magical spectacular display. These magical decorations are scattered throughout the iconic Piazza, Market Building, Neal’s Yard, Seven Dials and surrounding streets. In first time they use over 40 giant golden bells with red bows, giant bubbles and spinning mirror balls Inside the marketing building.

In addition to the enchanting decorations, delightful freebies are waiting to be discovered.

    • A magical snowfall on West Piazza from 1st to 31st December between 12 pm to 9 pm hourly flurries every day. It is an amazing experience for all but especially for kids.
    • You have a chance to pause and bask in the splendour of one of London’s grandest Christmas trees, standing tall on the West Piazza of Covent Garden.
    • So many street performers are there to entertain you. If you like, you can make a donation for them.

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-Written by Lochi-

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