Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2026 opens on Thursday 19 November and runs until Sunday 3 January 2027, closing only on Christmas Day. If you are comparing hotels near Winter Wonderland, Earl’s Court is one direct train away. From our door it is a two-minute walk to Earl’s Court station, then four Piccadilly line stops to Hyde Park Corner: about 10 minutes door to door.
This guide covers the 2026 dates, tickets, the best station and entrance, and how late trains run back. It also covers what to look for in hotels near Winter Wonderland. We checked every detail with the organisers, TfL and Google Maps on 3 October 2026.
Key takeaways
- Open every day from 19 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, except Christmas Day, until 10pm. Last entry is 9.30pm.
- Everyone needs an entry ticket for a one-hour arrival slot. Off-peak slots, Monday to Thursday in November, cost £1.
- From the hotel it is four stops to Hyde Park Corner and three to Knightsbridge, with no changes.
- Bags must be A4 size or smaller and the event has no left luggage. We store bags free before check-in and after check-out.
- Trains run back to Earl’s Court after midnight, and the Night Tube runs on Friday and Saturday nights.
Winter Wonderland 2026 dates and opening times
The organisers have confirmed that Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is open every day from Thursday 19 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, apart from Christmas Day. It stays open until 10pm every evening, and last entry is 9.30pm.
Most days it opens at 10am. These dates open later, so check them before you plan a morning visit:
| Dates | Opens at |
|---|---|
| Thursday 19 – Friday 20 November | 12pm |
| Monday 23 – Thursday 26 November | 12pm |
| Friday 27 November | 11am |
| Monday 30 November | 12pm |
| Tuesday 1 December | 2pm |
| Wednesday 2 December | 12pm |
| Thursday 3 – Friday 4 December | 11am |
| Monday 7 – Friday 11 December | 11am |
| Monday 14 – Friday 18 December | 11am |
| Monday 28 December – Friday 1 January | 11am |
| Every other day | 10am |
Sunday 3 January, the last day, will be a Family Fun Day. The organisers say more details are still to come.
Winter Wonderland tickets: how entry works
Every visitor needs an entry ticket, and the organisers say that applies “whether you’re 2 or 92”. You book a date and a one-hour slot to arrive in, from 10am to 8pm. Once you are inside, you can stay until closing.
| Entry ticket | When | 2026 price |
|---|---|---|
| Off-peak | Every Monday to Thursday in November (green slots) | £1.00 |
| Standard | All day on some dates, and many mornings and afternoons (gold slots) | £5.50 |
| Peak | Mostly later in the day and at weekends (orange slots) | £8.25 |
- Advance prices last until 23:59 the day before your visit. You can buy at the gate, but it costs more and popular slots sell out.
- Booking fees are also included in the 2026 prices.
- Spend £25 or more online, in one order, on rides, attractions, passes or meal deals and your entry is free.
- However, rides, shows and attractions are paid for on top of entry.
- Tickets are sold through the official website by the organisers’ partner, SeeTickets.
Prices and times are from the organisers’ Tickets Guide, checked on 3 October 2026.
How to get to Winter Wonderland from Earl’s Court
Winter Wonderland is in Hyde Park, in central London. The organisers name Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge and Marble Arch as the closest stations. The first two are on the Piccadilly line, which also stops at Earl’s Court.
4 stops Earl’s Court to Hyde Park Corner on the Piccadilly line
By Tube: four stops to Hyde Park Corner
Walk about two minutes from the hotel to Earl’s Court station and take an eastbound Piccadilly line train, towards Cockfosters. Hyde Park Corner is the fourth stop, after Gloucester Road, South Kensington and Knightsbridge.
TfL’s journey planner gives seven to eight minutes on the train. Google Maps puts the whole trip from our front door to Hyde Park Corner station at about 10 minutes. During the day, trains run every few minutes.
From London Court Hotel to Winter Wonderland by Tube
Train time 7–8 minutes (TfL journey planner). Door to Hyde Park Corner station about 10 minutes (Google Maps). Gates: the organisers’ Getting Here page. Checked 3 October 2026.
Winter Wonderland entrances: which gate to use
The park has four gates, so use the one closest to what you want to do first:
| Gate | Closest stations | Nearest areas inside |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Gate (south) | Hyde Park Corner, Green Park, Victoria | Skater’s Corner (the ice rink) and Show Town (the circus) |
| Green Gate (west) | Knightsbridge, High Street Kensington | Bavarian Village and Market Square (the Christmas markets) |
| Red Gate (east) | Bond Street, Marble Arch | Santa Land and Thrillville |
| Gold Gate (north) | Marble Arch, Paddington | Arctic Circle (Magical Ice Kingdom, Bar Ice, Real Ice Slide) and Luminarie Lane |
From Earl’s Court, get off at Knightsbridge for the Green Gate or at Hyde Park Corner for the Blue Gate. At Knightsbridge, the organisers ask you to use the Hans Crescent exit.
Step-free access and busy stations
The organisers warn that Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge and Marble Arch get busy and can sometimes be closed. If you need step-free access or have a buggy, they recommend Green Park, which has lifts. Green Park is on the same Piccadilly line, five stops and about 10 minutes from Earl’s Court according to TfL. The organisers put the walk from there at about 17 minutes.
Driving and parking
The organisers say public transport is the best way to get to Winter Wonderland. If you do drive, they recommend Q-Park Park Lane, London W1K 7TY, which has entrances on Park Lane and at Marble Arch. There is no parking at the hotel itself, but there are public car parks nearby. Most of our guests find the Tube easier than driving in central London.
Getting back to Earl’s Court after 10pm
Winter Wonderland closes at 10pm and the Tube keeps running well after that. We checked TfL’s journey planner for a weekday in late November. Piccadilly line trains from Hyde Park Corner to Earl’s Court were still running after midnight. On Friday and Saturday nights the Night Tube runs, and the planner showed trains back at 2.36am.
Prefer the bus? Route 74 runs from Hyde Park Corner to Nevern Place, about two minutes’ walk from the hotel. TfL gives about 15 minutes on board in the evening. Our reception is open 24 hours, so you can come back as late as you like.
Hotels near Winter Wonderland: why Earl’s Court works
When you compare hotels near Winter Wonderland, look at the journey as well as the map. Earl’s Court is on the same Piccadilly line as Hyde Park Corner and Knightsbridge. So the trip is one train and a short walk. Here is what that means for a winter stay with us:
- One line from Heathrow. The Piccadilly line runs from Heathrow to Earl’s Court with no changes, in about 40 minutes. Our hotel directions cover every London airport.
- Somewhere for your bags. Winter Wonderland only lets in small bags and has no left luggage. We store luggage free before check-in and after check-out. You can go on the day you arrive or the day you leave.
- A 24-hour front desk. Come back from an evening session whenever you like.
- Rooms for two or three. The Classic Double suits couples, the Classic Twin and Deluxe Twin suit friends, and the Classic Triple suits families.
- Museums on the way. South Kensington is two stops from Earl’s Court. A museum by day and Winter Wonderland by night is an easy plan.
Good to know before you book: the hotel is a period building with stairs to every floor and no lift. If step-free access matters, call reception on +44 20 7373 0027 before booking.
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Tips for visiting Winter Wonderland
- Go off-peak if you can. Monday to Thursday in November has the cheapest entry, and the organisers say the park is quieter then.
- Book by 23:59 the day before. That is when advance prices end.
- Arrive early in your slot. You can only get in within your one-hour entry window.
- Check the opening time. Several weekdays in late November and December open at 11am, 12pm or 2pm, not 10am.
- Travel light. Every bag is searched, bags must be A4 size or smaller, and suitcases, scooters and bikes are not allowed.
- Have your tickets ready on your phone or in the official Winter Wonderland app before you reach the gate.
- Leave gaps between pre-booked rides. The organisers say the park is large, so allow time to walk between attractions.
Make a day of it from Earl’s Court
The organisers say the park is liveliest later in the day and at weekends. That leaves the morning free for something else.
The free museums in South Kensington and Kensington are two stops away on the same line. Closer to the hotel, see our guide to things to do near Earl’s Court. It covers the garden squares, Brompton Cemetery, the Troubadour and the Finborough Theatre, all within ten minutes’ walk. For more on the station itself, see our Earl’s Court Tube station guide.
Winter Wonderland 2026: frequently asked questions
Dates, times and tickets
When does Winter Wonderland 2026 open?
Thursday 19 November 2026. It is open every day until Sunday 3 January 2027, except Christmas Day.
When does Winter Wonderland close?
Every night at 10pm, with last entry at 9.30pm. Some rides close their queues earlier so that everyone waiting gets on. The 2026 season ends on Sunday 3 January 2027.
Is Winter Wonderland open on Christmas Day?
No. Christmas Day is the only day it closes between 19 November 2026 and 3 January 2027.
Is Winter Wonderland free to enter?
No. Every visitor needs an entry ticket booked for a one-hour arrival slot. In 2026, off-peak entry is £1, standard £5.50 and peak £8.25. Entry is free if you spend £25 online in one order on rides, attractions, passes or meal deals.
Getting there
Which Tube station is closest to Winter Wonderland?
The organisers name Hyde Park Corner, Knightsbridge and Marble Arch as the closest stations. Hyde Park Corner and Knightsbridge are on the Piccadilly line, direct from Earl’s Court.
What area of London is Winter Wonderland in?
It is in Hyde Park, in central London. The south gate is nearest Hyde Park Corner and the west gate Knightsbridge. The east gate is nearest Bond Street and Marble Arch, and the north gate Marble Arch and Paddington.
What is the postcode for Winter Wonderland?
The organisers give the address simply as Hyde Park, London. Google Maps lists Hyde Park Winter Wonderland at Louisa Duckworth Walk, London W1K 7AN. If you are driving, the organisers recommend Q-Park Park Lane, W1K 7TY.
How do I get to Winter Wonderland from Earl’s Court?
Take the Piccadilly line towards Cockfosters. Knightsbridge is three stops and Hyde Park Corner four. From London Court Hotel the trip to Hyde Park Corner station takes about 10 minutes door to door.
Bags and where to stay
Can I bring luggage to Winter Wonderland?
No. Only handbags and small rucksacks up to A4 size are allowed. There is no left luggage at the event, and the organisers say the nearest is at Victoria Station. Our guests can leave bags at reception free of charge before check-in and after check-out.
Where should I stay for Winter Wonderland?
You don’t have to book one of the hotels near Winter Wonderland itself. Somewhere with a direct train saves the most time. From Earl’s Court it is four stops to Hyde Park Corner on the Piccadilly line, which also runs direct from Heathrow.
How we checked this
We wrote this guide for guests comparing hotels near Winter Wonderland. Dates, opening times, ticket prices, gates and bag rules come from the organisers’ Tickets Guide and Getting Here pages. Train and bus times come from TfL’s journey planner, and door-to-door times from Google Maps, starting at our address. Everything was checked on 3 October 2026. Details can change during the season, so check the official site before you go, or ask us at reception.
