1 Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
As well as enjoying the rides and Christmas markets at Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland, make sure you stop off in Santa Land.
The grotto isn’t ticketed and is run on a first-come-first-served basis so it’s a good idea to arrive early.
When: 17 November 2017 – 1 January 2018
2 Santa’s Grotto at Christmas in Leicester Square
Enjoy a story with Santa, meet the elves and receive a small gift from him in this magical Christmas grotto right in the heart of Leicester Square.
When: 11 November – 24 December 2017
3 Meet Santa at ZSL London Zoo
Why not combine a trip to London Zoo with a visit to see Santa.
Your kids can join in the arts and crafts with Mrs Claus and chat to the cheeky elves before meeting Santa and receiving a Christmas gift.
When: weekends from 9 December – 24 December 2017
4 Santa School at the Ragged School Museum
Take a trip to the Ministry of Christmas, Santa’s secret hideaway at The Ragged School Museum.
Not only can you help the Elves prepare for Christmas, your kids can also meet Father Christmas.
When: 25 November – 24 December 2017
5 Father Christmas Adventure at Sutton House
Meet Santa in his picturesque grotto by a cosy fire at Sutton House.
Your kids can also enjoy magical stories of his adventures around the world before receiving an early Christmas gift.
When: 25 November – 17 December 2017
6 Meet Santa at the WWT London Wetland Centre
Jump aboard a thrilling husky sleigh ride to Santa’s grotto at the WWT London Wetland Centre.
Your kids can also help Santa’s elves in their workshop and make a small Christmas gift to take home.
When: 2 December – 3 December 2017
7 Victorian Santa’s Grotto at Museum of London Docklands
Take a trip back in time and meet Santa in a Victorian setting at the Museum of London Docklands this Christmas.
Transformed with festive decorations, you can also listen to Christmas carols in the Sailortown Gallery before meeting Santa.
When: 2 December – 23 December 2017
8 Sail with Santa on the Thames
All aboard for a festive Santa Cruise on the River Thames this Christmas.
You’ll board at Tower Pier before enjoying mince pies and cookies on the boat … and meeting Santa.
When: 2 December – 23 December 2017
9 Father Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall
The Royal Albert Hall has been transformed into a festive wonderland this Christmas.
Your kids can go on an immersive and interactive journey with some magical characters before meeting Santa.
When: 5 December – 24 December 2017
10 Christmas at Kew Gardens
Don’t miss the North Pole village at Kew Gardens where your kids can meet Santa within this beautiful botanical winter wonderland.
When: 22 November 2017 – 1 January 2018
