The best Christmas light trails in London you can visit

From Santa grottos, Christmas tree farms, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and the main Christmas lights, the options are endless in London.

But away from the typically costly and busy Christmas attractions, there are some more relaxing, outdoor activity that is all about the festive spirit. 

As Christmas light trails have become very popular in recent years and there’s plenty in London you can visit.

The best Christmas light trails in London

Kew Gardens Christmas light trail

Kew Gardens transforms into a magical Christmas land during the dark winter nights, as the whole area including the botanic garden is lit up in thousands of dazzling lights.

With mulled wine on offer, you can wander around Kew for hours as you enjoy the lights from November 15 until January 7.

Tickets cost between £22.50 and £29.

Eltham Palace Christmas light trail

The palace becomes enchanted as 2km of lights lead a trail all around the area that takes around an hour to walk.

Torchlit gardens and projections onto Eltham Palace walls will bring the attraction to life from December 1 until January 1.

Tickets cost £20.50 per person.

Greenwich Christmas light trail

Sparkle in the Park is a free Christmas attraction that’s back in Avery Hill Park from November 30 until December 3.

The limited-time event lets visitors explore the festive light trails, listen to carols and explore the Christmas market.

Plus, you can also attend the quiet hour held on Sunday, December 3 for visitors with sensory sensitivities.

Southbank Centre Christmas light trail

Southbank Centre is also hosting a free Christmas light trail with an amazing outdoor light show on display from Waterloo to London Bridge station.

The trail will include colourful installations created by artists such as David Batchelor and Jakob Kvist.