Half day · Christmas 2026
London Christmas Classics Tour: Winter Wonderland, Covent Garden and the South Bank
If you have one afternoon to see London at Christmas, this is the tour to choose. In four hours you visit the three places most people come for: Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, the tree and decorations at Covent Garden, and the riverside chalets of the Southbank Centre Winter Market.
We start in daylight and finish after dark, so you see the markets both ways. Your host handles the Winter Wonderland entry tickets, knows where to stand for photos and takes you to three food stops along the route.
Duration
4 hours
Starts
Fridays and Sundays at 13:00
Season
20 November to 20 December 2026
Group size
4 to 10 guests
Tastings
3 (1 hot drink, 1 savoury, 1 sweet)
Prices
- Join a group (per person): £79 adult, £45 child. Solo guests are welcome.
What is included
- Winter Wonderland entry ticket, booked by us
- 3 tastings
- A local host for the whole tour (a local food and markets enthusiast, not a licensed Blue Badge guide)
- A small group
- A digital map of Christmas markets with our food picks, sent after the tour
- All taxes and booking fees. The price you see is the price you pay
What is not included
- The Tube fare between Hyde Park Corner and Covent Garden (pay by contactless card)
- Travel to the meeting point and home from the end point. The tour does not end where it starts
- Extra food, drinks or shopping beyond the listed tastings
- Rides, ice skating, shows and attraction tickets
- Tips for the host (optional, never expected)
Itinerary
All times are approximate.
- 13:00
Hyde Park Corner station
Meet your host and walk into Hyde Park
- 13:15
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
Christmas market and Bavarian village. Tasting 1: hot drink
- 14:30
Tube to Covent Garden
Piccadilly line, direct
- 15:00
Covent Garden
The tree, the decorations and the market. Tasting 2: savoury
- 15:50
Walk over Waterloo Bridge
River views as the lights come on
- 16:15
Southbank Centre Winter Market
Tasting 3: sweet. Your host's tips for the evening
- 17:00
Tour ends
Nearest stations: Waterloo, Embankment
Meeting point and end point
Good to know
- Winter Wonderland: uses timed entry. Please arrive on time, because a late guest may miss the entry slot.
- Alcohol: mulled wine is for guests aged 18 or over. A non-alcohol hot drink is always offered.
- Dietary needs: a vegetarian option is always available. Tell us at least 48 hours before for vegan, halal or gluten-free. This is street food from shared kitchens, so we cannot guarantee any tasting is free from allergens.
- Weather: the tour runs in rain and cold. Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes.
- Tastings: stalls change during the season, so exact dishes can vary. You always get the number and type of tastings listed here. They are sample sizes, not a full meal.
- Times: all times are approximate. December weekends are busy and the group may move slowly.
Cancellation and policies
Free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before the start. Group tours need a minimum number of guests; if we do not reach it, we tell you and you choose a full refund or another date.
Common questions
How much food is there?
Each tour page lists the exact number of tastings. They are sample sizes, not a full meal. The Foodie tour has the most (5).
Can I see exactly which dishes I will get?
We list the type of each tasting, not the exact dish, because market stalls change.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Tell us when you book. For vegan, halal or gluten-free, tell us at least 48 hours before.
Does the tour end where it starts?
London tours end at a different place. Check the end point on the page. Day trips start and end at the same London station.
Is transport included in the day trips?
Yes. Your price includes return transport from central London in a minibus with a licensed driver — there is no train ticket to buy.
Do we go inside the colleges?
No. We see them from outside. You can visit one in your free time.
Are rides at Winter Wonderland included?
No. Your entry ticket is included. Rides and ice skating are extra and optional.
What if it rains?
The tour runs. We only cancel for official severe weather warnings, and then you get a full refund.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free up to 24 hours before London tours and 72 hours before day trips.
Can I join on my own?
Yes. Group tours are sold per person and solo guests are welcome.
What is the difference between group and private?
On a group tour you join other guests and pay per person. On a private tour only your group comes and you pay one price for up to 6 guests.
Is the car price per person?
No. Private car prices are for the whole vehicle, up to 6 guests, with driver, fuel, parking and road charges included.
What if not enough people book?
Each group tour needs 4 or 5 guests. If we do not reach that, we tell you and you choose a refund or another date.
Are tips expected?
No.
Want this tour just for your group?
Message us on WhatsApp for a private tour quote and we'll sort the details with you directly.