London Christmas markets 2024: Full dates of when festive spots will open in the capital

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London is set to welcome back several Christmas markets this holiday season - here’s when they’ll open.

It is almost that time of year when London transforms into full Christmas mode.

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After the spooky season wraps up at the end of the month, the city will get a lot more festive as Christmas markets open across the city.

The inner city in particular usually hosts a few different markets from the West End to right by the river Thames.

Here’s when London's Christmas markets will open this festive period.

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Winter By The River

Right by London’s famous River Thames between Tower Bridge and London Bridge the market will open on November 14 and will be open until January 1.

Nearest Tube station: London Bridge

Winter Wonderland

The iconic Hyde Park festivities will kick off on November 21 and will stay open into the new year until January 5.

Nearest Tube station: Hyde Park Corner

Southbank Centre's Winter Market

Further along the Thames is another Christmas market along Queen’s walk. Opening on November 1 it’s one of the first to open but it will only stay open until boxing day (December 26).

​​Nearest station: Waterloo

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Christmas in Leicester Square

London’s bustling Leicester Square is also set to host it’s own market this festive season from November 6 to January 5.

Nearest station: Leicester Square

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