Deck the Halls: A Magical Tour of London's Christmas Markets 2023

From London Asked and Answered - Your London Travel Guide by Sascha Berninger

November 27, 2023 · 41 min · Season 1 · Episode 17

About this episode

In this festive episode, Sascha explores London's Christmas markets, highlighting unique holiday experiences and vibrant atmospheres.

Ho ho ho! Welcome to a special festive episode of "London Asked and Answered," where we're donning our Santa hats and jingling all the way through the vibrant and merry Christmas markets of London. Join your host, Sascha, on a magical sleigh ride across the city, exploring the twinkling lights, festive cheer, and unique holiday experiences each market has to offer. In this episode, we're starting our journey with a cup of steaming mulled wine at the famous Winter Wonderland, where the holiday spirit is as infectious as the twinkling lights. We'll weave through the historic charm of the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre, sharing a laugh about Henry VIII’s notorious appetite, and then take a turn through the enchanting lights of Christmas at Kew. Ever wondered what a Bavarian Christmas feels like in the heart of Kingston? We've got you covered! We'll also explore the cozy and intimate Paternoster Square market, set against the magnificent backdrop of St. Paul's Cathedral, and dive into the eclectic and creative world of the Christmas Independent Ceramics Market in Shoreditch. But that's not all! From the festive fairy tale of Covent Garden to the Finnish Church Christmas Market…

People in this episode

Host: Sascha

Topics covered

Christmas markets
London travel
holiday experiences
festive cheer
winter events

Keywords

Christmas markets
London
festive
holiday
Winter Wonderland
Kew
St. Paul's Cathedral
Shoreditch
Covent Garden

Mentioned in this episode

Places: London, Hampton Court Palace, Kew, Kingston, Paternoster Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shoreditch, Covent Garden, Finnish Church, Southbank