How long does it take to get round Winter Wonderland?
Recommended visiting time for Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland is around three hours, but make sure you give yourself plenty of time to try out a few rides or games, watch a few performances and sample some delicious food and hot mulled wine.
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- Winter Wonderland. You should spend around 3 hours dedicated to doing rides( the lines are not that long) Then 2 hours or so on shops, restaurants, and all the little stands. Helpful? You can spend a lot of time here if you are into trying different rides and games.
Mornings are great for families, where you can explore Winter Wonderland at a leisurely pace. When the evening comes around, Hyde Park is transformed by thousands of sparkling lights – so grab your mulled wine, hot chocolate, or stein of Bavarian beer and get ready to join in the festive fun.
Tickets sell out especially at weekends and evenings so we recommend that you book ahead. Please note that tickets are not refundable or exchangeable. See Ticketing and Concessions (below) for further details. We strongly advise arriving at Winter Wonderland 30 minutes prior to your booked attraction.
We advise only bringing a handbag or small rucksack. We ask all guests to be vigilant and not to leave bags and belongings unattended at any time. Any unattended item may be disposed of in line with our security protocols.
During daylight, the two parks merge seamlessly into each other, but Kensington Gardens closes at dusk, and Hyde Park remains open throughout the year from 5 a.m. until midnight.
I'd recommend wearing a hat, scarf, gloves and a warm waterproof coat. At the Bar Ice or The Magical Ice Kingdom presents A Christmas Carol, you'll find it particularly chilly at a frosty -10°C (14°F)… brrr!
As well as the rides, shows and entertainment, an important part of Winter Wonderland is its food and drink. A focal point for many revellers is the Bavarian Village.
Hyde Park is one of London's most popular open-air hangouts, a much-frequented escape from the busy city streets. Parkgoers can explore independently, boating on the Serpentine lake, listening to people air their views at Speakers' Corner, and viewing the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain.