Average highs 12 °C / 54 °F; expect damp spells and sharp evening chills.
What to eat in London in November: Seasonal delicacies
November slips between autumn gold and holiday glitter. Guy Fawkes fireworks ignite dark skies early in the month, while Christmas lights and Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland flip the switch by the 20s. With shorter lines at museums and off-season hotel deals, you can linger indoors when drizzle hits, then bundle up for nighttime river views. Tip: many attractions close by 5 pm; book late-afternoon slots for crowd-free hours just before closing.
1. Pre-book Christmas at Kew and Hogwarts in the Snow six weeks out; prime evening slots vanish first.
2. Layer waterproofs: showers blow in fast, but Tube carriages stay warm—pack a stuff-able tote for shed layers.
3. Use Night Tube (Fri–Sat) after fireworks or jazz gigs; day buses switch to Sunday timetables on Remembrance Sunday road-closure routes.
4. City business hotels slash rates Friday–Sunday—search in the Square Mile for four-star rooms under £150.
5. Contactless cards cap at £8.10 daily; tap the same card to unlock 2-for-1 National Rail attraction deals too.
6. Make the most of London’s festive atmosphere by exploring markets with London Hop-on Hop-off bus tour.
7. Save on top attractions and festive activities with an all-inclusive London City Card.
Most major sights stick to 5–6 pm last entry; shorter daylight only affects outdoor grounds. Check Kew’s winter light-trail hours—they open after dusk.
Yes for big park displays—buy online (£10–£15) at least two weeks ahead. Smaller neighborhood shows may be free but still busy.
Absolutely. Black Friday sales start 28 Nov and many stores offer mid-season discounts earlier; crowds stay manageable on weekdays.
Think layers: long-sleeve shirt, wool sweater, waterproof shell, comfortable boots. Evenings dip near 5 °C, so add scarf and gloves for night walks.
Yes—Thames Clippers and sightseeing boats operate year-round; indoor cabins are heated. Evening departures around 4 pm reveal city lights without late nights.
Central Tube stations near Bank and St Paul’s are extremely crowded 10 am–2 pm; exit at Barbican or Blackfriars and walk 10 minutes to the route.
Before 8 pm many pubs welcome kids for meals; Sunday roasts are popular with families. Check signs—some city pubs restrict under-18s after dark.
Buttery pastry filled with brandied dried fruit hits bakery counters mid-November, signaling Christmas countdown. Pair with custard or mulled cider after dark lights tours.
Where to eat: Bread Ahead, Borough Market.
Spiced red wine or whisky, lemon, and honey warm chilled hands at fairs and pub fireplaces—perfect post-firework ritual.
Where to drink: Bavarian Hall, Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park.
Hearty roast beef, crispy potatoes, and sky-high pudding soak up gravy—November’s damp Sundays demand it.
Where to eat: The Harwood Arms, Walham Grove, Fulham.
Steamed date sponge drenched in hot toffee sauce tops winter dessert menus; add clotted cream for decadence.
Where to eat: Rules Restaurant, Maiden Lane, Covent Garden.
