Its winter in London. With this in mind dress appropriately. Above all be prepared to be outside for 2-3 hours. The walking tour involves moving in and out of buildings. Clothes such as a hat, gloves and sensible shoes are essential. By all means stop for a drink or to warm up along the way. We’ve highlighted our favourite stops, however there are countless other options.
A DSLR will best capture the luminosity of the lights however great shots can be taken on a phone. The unique contrast between the different neighbourhoods make for diverse Christmas lights experience. Regardless of your preference for the traditional or modern, all of the streets are definitely worth visiting.
If you are in London from late November to mid January, ensure you include the Christmas lights on your to do list. Obviously it is the ultimate festive experience!
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