Santa in London 2023: Where to see Father Christmas in the capital for free this festive season

Santa will be back in town to spread Christmas cheer across the capital this festive season. Here's where Londoners can see the fella in red for free over the holidays.

With a present-filled sleigh, the beloved bearded man in red will see what Londoners have been naughty or nice.

The next few months will be a busy time for Santa as he is set to dish out gifts at a number of spots, including London's most famous toy shop, Hamley's. 

Londoners can even catch up with Santa at a few different places around the city for free before he heads back to his home in the North Pole.

We break down where families around London can head to meet the man himself for free in the capital this festive season.

Westfield Shepherd’s Bush

When: From December 8 until December 24

Address: Ariel Way, Shepherd's Bush, London, W12 7GF

When is Santa there? December 8 - December 14, December 24 - 10am - 6pm, December 15 - December 23. 

Nearest station: Shepherd's Bush

While it is free to meet Santa, visitors will still need to book a slot for when they would like to stop by. More information and how to book is available on the Eventbrite.

Winter Wonderland Hyde Park

When: From now until Winter Wonderland closes on January 1.

Address: Hyde Park, London

When is Santa there? 10am - 6pm 

Nearest station: Hyde Park Corner

While it is free to meet Santa in his grotto, visitors will still need to book a slot to enter the Winter Wonderland site. It is free to enter Winter Wonderland during off-peak times. 

Transport Museum 

When: From November 24 until December 23

Address: London Transport Museum, Covent Garden Piazza, London, WC2E 7BB

When is Santa there? Weekdays 11am - 3pm, Weekends and from December 16 11am - 5pm

Nearest station: Covent Garden

It is free to meet Santa in his grotto upon admission into the museum. Visitors can enter the museum for free if they are 17 and under, TfL staff or TfL Staff nominee with a valid card, Staff of one of the museums' Corporate Supporters, LTM Friend, Patron or are a Carer/Companion.

More information is available on the London Transport Museum website.