Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in London (Updated 2026)

London, United Kingdom
Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide

Following complimentary coffee and pastries at the Cellarium, the 14th century medieval under croft, we enter the Westminster Abbey through the cloister. The cloister entrance …More

Following complimentary coffee and pastries at the Cellarium, the 14th century medieval under croft, we enter the Westminster Abbey through the cloister. The cloister entrance...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$116
The Ultimate Jack the Ripper Tour (Private Group Booking)

Retrace the steps of the world's most infamous, unidentified serial killer, as we take you back to the Autumn of Terror 1888. In just 3 …More

Retrace the steps of the world's most infamous, unidentified serial killer, as we take you back to the Autumn of Terror 1888. In just 3...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$363
London Callin': Rock n' Roll Private Tour in an Iconic Black Cab

Get ready to dive into the heart of London's rich musical history, where iconic legends and groundbreaking moments have shaped the very fabric of rock …More

Get ready to dive into the heart of London's rich musical history, where iconic legends and groundbreaking moments have shaped the very fabric of rock...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$544
Private London Day Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems

Experience London like a local on a private, customized walking tour. More than just sightseeing, this immersive journey is tailored to your interests. Explore famous …More

Experience London like a local on a private, customized walking tour. More than just sightseeing, this immersive journey is tailored to your interests. Explore famous...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$43
Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London

Enjoy a historic private tour down the infamous "street of shame". With over 30 pubs and gin distilleries to choose from, your guide will tailor …More

Enjoy a historic private tour down the infamous "street of shame". With over 30 pubs and gin distilleries to choose from, your guide will tailor...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$37
Private Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, The City of Bath Day Tour

Your driver/guide will collect you at 8:30am for this 12 hour tour and take you to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the City of Bath. There …More

Your driver/guide will collect you at 8:30am for this 12 hour tour and take you to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the City of Bath. There...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,499
Devour London: Borough Market & Leadenhall Food Tour with Wine

Borough Market is a food lover’s dream, and this guided tour takes you straight to the best stalls. Taste iconic British dishes while learning about …More

Borough Market is a food lover’s dream, and this guided tour takes you straight to the best stalls. Taste iconic British dishes while learning about...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$106
Hampton Court Palace 3hr tour: Henry VIII's & William III's intriguing Palaces

Hampton Court Palace, the home of England's most notorious king Henry VIII, has tales of ghosts, executions and his expanding collection of wives! Perfect if …More

Hampton Court Palace, the home of England's most notorious king Henry VIII, has tales of ghosts, executions and his expanding collection of wives! Perfect if...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$313
Jack the Ripper and Victorian London Beyond the Shadows

Step into the eerie streets of Victorian London with our captivating tour, "Jack the Ripper and Victorian London: Beyond the Shadows." What sets us apart …More

Step into the eerie streets of Victorian London with our captivating tour, "Jack the Ripper and Victorian London: Beyond the Shadows." What sets us apart...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
Winston Churchill & London in World War II Walking Tour

It’s time to go back to the 1940s. Big Ben no longer sounds. Air raid sirens are the norm. German bombing raids come under cover …More

It’s time to go back to the 1940s. Big Ben no longer sounds. Air raid sirens are the norm. German bombing raids come under cover...

90 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
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$38
London Christmas Carol & Charles Dickens Small Group Walking Tour

Treat yourself to a very small group tour (Max 10 People) to the sites immortalised by one of the most famous authors in the world, …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Treat yourself to a very small group tour (Max 10 People) to the sites immortalised by one of the most famous authors in the world,...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$121
Heathrow Airport - To & From Central London - Meet & Greet

Immerse yourself in a tailor made journey that transcends ordinary travel. Our commitment revolves around comprehending and fulfilling the distinctive requirements and preferences for you …More

Immerse yourself in a tailor made journey that transcends ordinary travel. Our commitment revolves around comprehending and fulfilling the distinctive requirements and preferences for you...

1 to 2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$205
Shared Shuttle London Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation

Travel from London's airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City) to your accommodation within the London city area in a shared transfer for an …More

Travel from London's airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City) to your accommodation within the London city area in a shared transfer for an...

2 hours
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$56
The Best in Stand Up Comedy - Comedy Shows every night of the week

We are a comedy Club hosts some of the very best comedians on the UK circuit every night of the week. Enjoy a free shot …More

We are a comedy Club hosts some of the very best comedians on the UK circuit every night of the week. Enjoy a free shot...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$16
Private London Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel / Accommodation

Travel from London's airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City) to your accommodation within the London city or Docklands areas in a private transfer. …More

Travel from London's airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City) to your accommodation within the London city or Docklands areas in a private transfer....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Jack the Ripper Tour: Murder, Mystery, & the Women of Whitechapel

Walk the streets of Whitechapel and step into London’s most notorious unsolved murder case. In the autumn of 1888, a killer stalked the East End, …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Walk the streets of Whitechapel and step into London’s most notorious unsolved murder case. In the autumn of 1888, a killer stalked the East End,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$27
"Here We Go Again" London Afternoon Tea Bus

ABBA fans, we heard your SOS! I Have a Dream to travel on a unique Afternoon Tea Bus and sing along to the greatest Swedish …More

ABBA fans, we heard your SOS! I Have a Dream to travel on a unique Afternoon Tea Bus and sing along to the greatest Swedish...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (173)
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$67
Changing of the Guard & Buckingham Palace Guided Tour Small Group

Experience the Changing of the Guard from the best vantage points on this guided walking tour in London. Avoid the common mistake of waiting outside …More

Experience the Changing of the Guard from the best vantage points on this guided walking tour in London. Avoid the common mistake of waiting outside...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
Incense Making Workshop

Our professional mentors will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you quickly grasp the basics of incense making. You'll leave the workshop with …More

Our professional mentors will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you quickly grasp the basics of incense making. You'll leave the workshop with...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$119
Speedboat 'Ultimate Tower Blast' from Tower Millennium Pier - 40 minutes

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist …More

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush on a sightseeing speedboat ride in London. Twist and turn at high speed as you listen to a chart-topped playlist...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (211)
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$79
Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

Calling all curd nerds and turophiles - yep there's a word for your love of cheese - London's finest cheeses are being wrapped up into …More

Calling all curd nerds and turophiles - yep there's a word for your love of cheese - London's finest cheeses are being wrapped up into...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
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