Best 10 Christmas markets in London 2022

Follow the lights to Hyde Park and soak up the festive atmosphere of Winter Wonderland, one of the biggest Christmas markets in London. Discover more than 100 wooden cabins overflowing with fantastic gifts, including handmade crafts and beautiful pieces of jewellery. It's also home to the UK's biggest outdoor ice rink, a Giant Observation Wheel and top Winter Wonderland Christmas shows. 2022 TBC

See the South Bank's riverside transformed into a wintry wonderland, where global cuisine and an artisan Christmas market come together in one sparkling location for Southbank Centre's Winter Festival. Amble past the traditional wooden chalets lining the banks of the Thames and pick up gorgeous stocking fillers from the Winter Market, or tuck into cheese-based food, cocktails and mulled wine. 2022 TBC

The outdoor Selfridges Christmas Market brings fairground rides for kids and adults, personalised wreaths and heaps of stalls selling Christmas goodies to Edwards Mews. Enjoy sizzling street food and warming treats from vendors curated by the founder of Street Feast, Dominic Cools-Lartigue. 2022 TBC

Be dazzled by hundreds of thousands of glittering lights that decorate Covent Garden, home to the Covent Garden Christmas Village. Last year's highlights include the festive food market, a walk-through a forest of Christmas trees and bauble-themed dining domes serving up seasonal food and cocktails. 2022 TBC

Experience festive fun with Christmas in Leicester Square, which gives the home of blockbuster film premieres a yuletide makeover. Browse the traditional market filled with a wonderful array of crafts and tempting treats. Afterwards, head to the Belgian spiegeltent to enjoy a brilliant lineup of comedy, cabaret and magic shows. 2022 TBC

Tour the historical arches of Borough Market, decked out with lights, decorations and twinkling ornaments, as you source the finest seasonal foods while listening to choirs and buskers singing jolly tunes. Special festive events usually include the popular Evening of Cheese! 2022 TBC

Christmas By The River at London Bridge City is set against stunning views of Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, offering wooden huts packed with original presents, handmade crafts and plenty of delicious snacks. Indulge in mouthwatering food from an array of pop-up stalls and admire one of London's most iconic skyline views with a steaming cup of mulled wine. 2022 TBC

Tick items off your Christmas shopping list while browsing Greenwich Market stalls and shops, selling a range of stocking fillers, fashion items, crafts and original artworks. Make sure to also wander around the ancient maritime neighbourhood of Greenwich, which is decked out with lights and festive goodies. 2022 TBC

Venture over to picturesque Kingston upon Thames, where you can search the riverside town's Ancient Market Place for unique Christmas gifts at the Kingston Christmas Market. The cosy cabins are usually packed with a range of handmade arts and crafts, beautiful decorations and stocking fillers. Afterwards, enjoy seasonal entertainment while tucking into some street food. 2022 TBC

Get hands-on at craft workshops at Christmas under the Canopy, a covered market found in King's Cross. Last year's highlights include an exciting array of stalls, carol singers, food tastings, mulled wine and masterclasses at Canopy Market, which welcomes independent, ethical and sustainable vendors. 2022 TBC