New Year Day: Things to do in London
The celebration of the New Year’s in London not just ends on the eve. The first day of the New Year’s is a special day for the Londoners when the real party begins. The most important event of New Year’s Day is the London Parade in which people from different parts of the world gather to welcome a new beginning. Music concerts are arranged, special entertainment activities are organized and the people of London spend the whole day with great enthusiasm. If you are still confused on what to do on the New Year’s Day, our list of things to do on the New Year’s Day will help you make plans for January 1st.
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The New Year Parade
The New Year’s Parade in London is one of the most exciting and exhilarating way to say farewell to the previous year and welcome the new year. More than 100,000 performers will be filling the streets of London from different parts of the world to take part in the entertainment of the New Year’s parade.
The Parade will start from the Piccadilly at 11:45 and will end on the parliament square. View map
Visit London Parade Website
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The London Eye
The London eye is the most popular place in London which will give you an unforgettable experience in the New Years day. The giant Ferris wheel located on the bank of the River Thames is decked out with elegant lights on the New Year eve. On the New Years Day, people from all over Europe come with family and friends to welcome another year.
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Go Ice Skating
Ice skating is one of the best things to do on the New Year’s Day. Many famous rinks in London are open on the first Day of New Years and you can enjoy ice skating with your family and friends.
Here is a list of some famous Ice Rinks in London
Streatham Ice Arena
Ice Skating at the Tower of London
Somerset House
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Plan a Museum Day
If you are tired from the New Year’s Eve celebrations and want to lighten up on the Day, the best thing to do is to plan a museum day. The top museums of London are open on 1st January and you can spend the New Year’s Day at a museum with family.
Some of the famous museum of London are listed below.
Imperial War Museum
London Transport Museum
Victoria & Albert Museum
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Royal Botanic Kew garden
In order to clear out the foggy memories from the New Year’s Eve, the best thing to do on the Day is to go for a peaceful walk around the Royal Botanic Gardens of London. Horses and carriages rides are available in the gardens as well for some recreational activities.
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The O2
Similar to Christmas, The O2 is soaked up with all kinds of entertainments activities on the New Year’s Day. You can enjoy great meals all day in the Bars and restaurants of O2, go crazy in the music concerts and keep yourself busy with all the fun and entertainment going on the place.
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Hike up on the Primrose Hill
If you want to relax on the New Year’s Day with a beautiful surrounding, Primrose Hill is the place for you. The Hill is located on the north side of the Regent’s Park and you can enjoy a complete view of the central London from the hill.
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London Travel
If you want to visit many places on the New Year’s Day to explore the celebration on different parts of the city, go for a city Travel by Bus. The London city buses drive you around the major parts of the city. You can take your family or friends for a London Travel on the New Year’s Day.
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Throw a party
One of the best ways to celebrate New Year’s Day is with your family and friends. So you can simply invite everybody at your house or book a restaurant and welcome the first day of the New Year with your loved ones.
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Relax at home
If you are tired from the New Year’s Eve celebration, relax at home and watch the New Year’s programs on TV. You can even watch your favorite movie with your family and enjoy the holiday.
