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.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland runs for six magical weeks from November to January, with a variety of attractions, activities, entertainment, food, drinks and so much more available. We'll be back in November 2024 to make more magical memories with you all…
Winter Wonderland is open between 17th November and the 1st January every day (except Christmas day) 10am till 10pm. If you are coming to visit us you will find that on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays please note that the event may be busier than our weekday sessions.
Visit during off-peak times like mornings and weekdays for a quieter experience. You'll also save money as morning tickets (usually between 10:00 and 12:00) are free, and you can stay in the park for as long as you like.
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.
On weekdays, entry to Winter Wonderland is free on until 2pm; £5 per person until 4pm, and after 4pm, is £7.50. At weekends, prices start at £5, increasing to £7.50 from 2pm (and staying that way all day).
It's common knowledge just how expensive Winter Wonderland is, but after my first visit I'm not sure it would be worth going again. The whole area is basically a glorified funfair, where every attraction and game is multiple times the average price.
3.9 No refunds or exchanges will be given for late arrival which results in customers not receiving a full session at the Ticketed Attraction(s) (as applicable). Late arrivals for all Ticketed Attractions will be allowed access at the discretion of the operator.
If you arrive outside of your booked entrance slot, you are not guaranteed entry. Whilst we will do our best to accommodate latecomers who arrive after their timed entrance slot, please note this may not always be possible.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland does not provide a left luggage facility. The closest left luggage facility is at Victoria Station. We strongly advise not bringing large bags or luggage to event as we may not be able to accommodate these. We advise only bringing a handbag or small rucksack.
Yes, you can take your own food into Winter Wonderland. However, by the time you've smelled the unmistakable waft of mulled wine and flame-grilled bratwurst, you might not want to tuck into your picnic!
Can you pay for rides on the day at Winter Wonderland?
Yes, there are several box offices at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland where you can buy tickets for all attractions. Please be aware that these are subject to availability, and we strongly advise you to book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment.
You must have a pre-booked time slot to enter Winter Wonderland, you can only enter during your time slot but once you're in you can stay as long as you like. Entry is free during off-peak periods and costs between £5 – £7.50 for peak hours.
Find out what you and your family need to wear for the real snow of Santa's Winter Wonderland. Wrap up warm, as you would for a cold winters day! Warm clothes, gloves and a hat are ideal.
All guests will require a valid identification document confirming they are aged 18 or over to enter Bavarian Hall during the evening session (6PM-10PM).
What happens if you miss your Winter Wonderland time slot?
Late arrivals will be allowed at the discretion of the operator. We advise customers to arrive at their booked attraction 20 minutes before the start time stated on the ticket. Please allow time for queuing at the entrance gates. Please also allow enough time to get from one attraction to the other.
What is the nearest tube station to Winter Wonderland?
The entrance to Winter Wonderland is very close to Hyde Park Corner station which is on the Piccadilly line. Most people think it's not a bad way to pass an hour or two as long as you don't plan on spending money!
Winter Wonderland is a CLOSED SITE, meaning only people with an e-ticket will be allowed entry into the event. Please note that all those aged 16 and under must be accompanied by at least one adult (who must also purchase an e-ticket even if they are not planning to go on the rides etc).
How much do people spend on average at Winter Wonderland?
In a video, they shared that one hot chocolate costs £7, a hot dog £8, the ice bar costs £16 each, the Ferris wheel £10 each (and another £10 for fast track), £15.50 for ice skating and £2 charge for cloakroom use, Churros £9 and they also spent £15 on a hat.
While you can use cash at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, all our bars and stalls accept contactless payments. You will also be able to use contactless payments at our rides, token booths and games. Was this article helpful?
The only time you might want to avoid it is if you have a really young baby as there's not much for them, you'll be doing quite a lot of walking and it will get chilly. But from toddler age (with a pram) onwards, we think this is a great day out.
