Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2024 Dates and Tickets

Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland is famed for its huge winter market, amusement rides and ice-skating rink.

The following is an extensive guide covering the essentials, including 2024 dates, opening hours, ticketing information, rides, and attractions.

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2024

Dates – Confirmed

Christmas Market dates: 21st November 2024 to 5th January 2025 (confirmed).

Update: Dates were announced in August. Sign up for our newsletter for future updates.

Source: Dates are obtained directly from the organiser’s website, available here.

Plan Your Visit

Location and Times

Location: Hyde Park, London (near Hyde Park Corner).
Opening times: 10am to 10pm.
Christmas Day: Closed.

Travel and Accommodation

Public transport:
Busiest stations: Hyde Park Corner and Marble Arch.
Quietest stations: Bond Street, Victoria and Knightsbridge.
Step free access: Bond Street or Green Park (plus lift).
Parking: Please take public transport to help limit congestion. Q-Park Park Lane is the nearest parking. Pay and Display parking is available on West Carriage Drive.
Where to stay: Buckingham & Lloyds is a popular hotel, directly across from Hyde Park.

Admission and Tickets

Admission: You must purchase an off-peak, standard, or peak ticket before you go.
Tickets: Book online before you go. Tickets include the entrance fee. Rides and attractions are additional.
Time slots: You must arrive within your chosen one-hour time slot. Once inside, you are welcome to stay as long as you like.
Standard tickets: Prices from £5.00
Peak tickets: Prices from £7.50
Off-peak tickets: FREE, but tickets are still required.
Attraction tickets: Purchase online in advance or on the day at the box office (subject to availability). It’s recommended to book in advance to avoid missing out.

Amenities and Attractions

Santa: Meet Santa at Santaland.
Ice skating: Yes, the ice rink surrounds the Victorian bandstand.
Popular rides: Giant Wheel, Ice Slide, Ice Mountain, Wave Swinger.
Popular attractions: Magical Ice Kingdom, Christmas Circus, Ice Sculpting.

Dietary Options

Vegetarian: Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan: Yes, plenty of options, including the 100% plant-based Clean Kitchen Club and Edgy Veggie.
Gluten-free: Yes, some options, including the English Indian.
Food specialities: Hot mulled wine; authentic German bratwurst; sweet churros with chocolate; artisan hot chocolate; roasted chestnuts, Bavarian specialties.

Accessibility

Accessible: Yes.
Pet-friendly: No.

Nearby Hotels

Buckingham & Lloyds is excellent for its central location and excellent transport links to the rest of London.

Alternatively, Nox Kensington Gardens is a great budget option.

Finding a decent hotel in London can be difficult at the best of times, but especially during the busy Christmas period.

Read my full guide to hotels in London near Hyde Park. Book early for the best price.

More places to visit are listed in my London Christmas Markets guide.

For a winter getaway, my UK Christmas Markets List has some suggestions on where to go this year.

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Christmas Market

Winter Wonderland’s Christmas market is teeming with stalls with a range of traditional and contemporary gifts and stocking fillers. Live music includes performances by choirs and carolers.

Food and Drinks

Mulled Wine: A delicious way to warm up.
Mince Pies: The British classic from local bakers.
German Sausages: Various types, from bratwurst to currywurst, grilled and served with different bread and condiments.
Churros: Spanish doughnut-like treats dusted with sugar and served with chocolate dipping sauce.
Roasted Chestnuts: A staple winter street snack.
Candy Floss: Spun sugar, often tinted pink or blue, served on a stick or in a plastic bag.
Toffee Apples: Whole apples covered in a hard toffee.
Santa’s Grill: Traditional meats and grilled veggie options.
Fish and Chips: Classic British fast food that needs no introduction; golden-battered fish and chunky chips.
Loaded Burgers: Burgers piled high with an assortment of extras, from cheese and bacon to jalapenos and special sauces.
Bao Buns: Soft, fluffy buns filled with a variety of fillings, from glazed pork belly to crispy tofu.
Curly Fries: Spiral-shaped fries.
Hot Dogs: Frankfurter in a bun or something with more elaborate toppings.
Duck Wraps: Wrapped in a thin pancake with cucumber, spring onion and hoisin sauce.
Gourmet Mac and Cheese: Comfort food with a gourmet twist with options like truffle oil, crispy pancetta or fresh herbs.
French Toast: Indulgent toppings such as berries, cream or maple syrup.
Doughnuts: Freshly fried and dusted with sugar or filled with jam or chocolate. Vegan doughnuts are available too.
Bubble Tea: In a variety of flavours, from fruity infusions to rich milk teas, complete with chewy tapioca pearls.

Rides and Attractions

Christmas Market: Explore over 100 traditional wooden chalets. They’re full of unique gifts, traditional decorations and festive foods.
Bavarian Village: Experience a slice of German tradition in the heart of London, complete with cosy chalets, outdoor seating, bars, cafes, and restaurants. Sample Bavarian brews and traditional German food like bratwurst.
Arctic Lodge: Providing a taste of the Alaskan frontier, the Arctic Lodge is all about roaring fires, cosy seating and the chance to unwind and warm up from the winter chill.
Aeronaut Starflyer: At a towering 80 metres, this ride delivers an ascent that rewards with a bird’s-eye view of Hyde Park.
Après Ski Funhouse: Enter a ski-themed multi-level walk-through that transports you to the alpine mountains with steep moving steps, wobbly floors, and a unique double slide.
Bar Ice: Step inside the coolest bar, where you can enjoy 80’s après-ski themes, fun cocktails and a frosty atmosphere.
Canadian Mountain Funhouse: As the largest mobile funhouse in the world, this attraction features five floors and over 70 tricks across various themed rooms, including a courtroom and an aqua trail.
Circus: World-class talents showcasing aerial and acrobatic magic.
Christmas Parties: Curated group packages.
Christmas Tree Ride: Festive family ride in the heart of Santaland.
Cirque Berserk: Circus stunts as entertainment.
Discovery: The UK’s only ride of its kind, a thrill ride that rotates 360 degrees on a twin axis while flipping through the air.
Dragons Nest: Hop on a tower ride high above Hyde Park, soaring through the sky.
Eurocoaster: One of the event’s longest-standing rides, the 370-metre-long track is perfect for thrill-seekers.
Flying Jumbos: Family-friendly flying elephants.
Giant Wheel: Experience London’s epic skyline from 70 metres high in the tallest transportable wheel in the world.
Haunted Mansion: Festive spirit meets a spooky adventure.
Helter Skelter: See Hyde Park from all angles as you spiral down this traditional fairground lighthouse slide.
Ice Mountain: Ride through a mountain cavern indoor roller coaster with resident penguins and polar bears.
Ice Rink: The UK’s largest open-air ice rink, built around the iconic Victorian bandstand.
Ice Sculpting Workshops: Carve your very own ice sculpture.
Ice Slide: Race down the Ice Slide.
Magical Ice Kingdom: Step into the Ice Palace’s arched doorway to view tonnes of sculpted ice and snow.
Munich Looping: This popular Oktoberfest ride is the world’s largest transportable roller coaster.
Santaland: A space filled with rides for children, festive eateries and the chance to meet Santa.
Santaland Train: Perfect for the little ones to ride around the heart of Santaland.
Snow Jet: A gentle sleigh ride through a snowscape that then kicks it up a notch to become one of the fastest rides at Winter Wonderland.
The Hangover: As the tallest transportable drop tower in the world at 85 metres, this ride has unmatched views across London.
The Time Machine: Twist, turn and spin on this steampunk-inspired roller coaster.
Traditional Wave Swinger: A vintage-style ride designed with traditional patterns from around the world.
Wilde Maus: Wild roller coaster ride with a G-force of 2.5.
XXL: One of Europe’s first high G-force pendulum-style rides. It can swing to heights of 47 metres with a claw that rotates at a maximum speed of 15 RPM.

Sustainability Tips

Limiting Food Waste: Plan meals and snacks ahead to avoid impulse buys. Share food with companions and take home any leftovers.
Ethical Shopping: Support vendors who prioritise sustainable sourcing. Ask stallholders about the origins of their products and only purchase what you need.
Sustainable Diets: Choose plant-based meals, which have a lower environmental impact. Winter Wonderland has a variety of vegan and vegetarian options.
Transport: Use London’s excellent public transport system, including the Underground, buses, or trains. Walking or cycling is ideal if you live nearby.
Reusable Items: Bring a water bottle and reusable shopping bags.
Waste Disposal: Use the recycling bins provided in Hyde Park. Sort your waste correctly into recyclables and non-recyclables for proper disposal.

Helter Skelter at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland at night.

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