Are London’s Christmas Markets Really Worth The Price?! Covent Garden To Leicester Square

[@gglaw42]

Merry Christmas, everyone!!!

[@davea5250]

Merry Christmas. We need to bundle you up and send you to Europe for some Christmas markets.

[@Wherebutterfliesroam]

@gglaw42 you too! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 from San Diego

[@alwaysfair4991]

And a Merry Christmas to you too.

[@HannahRicketts]

Merry Christmas to you too!

[@paradisehotel5005]

A Merry Christmas to everybody! And a happy New Year to all the world!

[@awineandfoodnerd]

Absolutely wonderful, Hannah! Thank you for braving the cold to share this with us. The decorations in Covent Garden and along the way to Trafalgar Square were a treat. The markets in London are much better than the few that are here (Atlanta, Georgia area). Happy Christmas to you, Hannah and to all here in the comments! See you on Friday!

[@Veronica705]

Happy Christmas to you too Robert.

[@kanchpandit432]

❤ thank you for sharing

[@charbelh.boutros4971]

As a Canadian, I approve London's weather and love London's appreciation of Christmas! 😁😍 Thanks for the great tour!

[@chantallapierre7171]

Vancouver island for me too, Parksville

[@CaptainAMAZINGGG]

Yasss I love the weather!!!

[@cunningdeb3129]

Ontario for me. Last week (in January) it was -14F, wind chill of -24F.

[@glynnaKB57]

Really appreciate you showing us all the great decorated doorways! Don't worry about the 4k issue and go with the flow of jolly you always express! 😃❤

[@anniebowen1]

Your banter is so witty it makes the video, happy Christmas!!🎄🎄✨

[@ridafatimasyed9242]

Love how your videos are so informative and honest!!

[@ericbecker710]

The days of 2023 & Hannah's Vlogs are dwindling down to a precious few--Thanks for sharing the Market Walkabouts--the weather could've been better! I agree with Hannah--themarkets are a bit underwhelming! But Hannah's shiney personality saved the day--& made this vlog a fun experience. ❤😊

[@simonbrain8801]

Always great to do a tour with Hannah from the comfort of home with a coffee, especially as I cannot walk that far now, and the commentary adds to it all

[@larhumba4233]

15 years ago I started learning Bulgarian online as I wanted to visit the Black Sea Coast, and the food is like Turkish Cuisine. I learnt the basics, "Hello, how are you? My name is, Thank you, Bye!" Then fell and broke my shoulder so stayed home in agony. ☹️ Wish you better luck! 💗

[@poshypineapple473]

I love Christmas markets, so fun to watch.

[@Snajeh]

I am a teenager living in New York thanks to my dad. After watching this video, I decided to spend Christmas in London this year. And I want to live in London someday.

[@WeAreAllData65]

Covent Garden, decorated with those ✨GORGEOUS✨ gold and red ribboned bells 🔔🎀(set against a green frame background) was stand out for me! 💖 Thank you Hannah, for braving both the crowds and the cold 🌬️❄ for your vlog 🌟

[@nikkabautista317]

Hi Hannah!! Love your videos!! I’m a Filipina Londoner (moved to London for work many years ago) and I have so many recommendations in Chinatown! 1. Mamason’s- Filipino ice cream place! Amazing if you’re looking for great ice cream. They specialise in Ube ice cream. Ube is a native rootcrop in the Philippines and it’s like sweet potato but better! 2. Tsujiri- If you love matcha, you’d love this place! They have matcha ice cream, matcha cakes, crepe cakes, every thing matcha. Tip: try the soft serve matcha. It’s to die for. 3. Tao Tao Ju- my most favourite restaurant in town. Dimsums are great here and best when celebrating so you can share everything! Try their congee on a cold winter day! GREAT FOOD BUT AWFUL SERVICE (as all good Chinese restaurants usually are 😅) 4. Kung Fu Noodle- great braised beef hand-pulled noodles. No fuss, simple soup! Amazing for winter. And they have cold noodles that will be refreshing for summer! 5. Sakurado- gorgeous Japanese baked goods! Mille crepe cakes, fluffy sponge cakes, cutest yuzu cookies. Everything is great!! On a hot summer day, have the bingsu. It’s shaved ice dessert perfect for cooling down. Can have lots of toppings on it too! Have an amazing Christmas!! ❤

[@HannahRicketts]

Thank you for these recommendations!!!

[@nikkabautista317]

@@neilboulton9813 Your English is superb too!

[@nikkabautista317]

@@HannahRicketts Thanks Hannah! A Chinatown might not be a terrible idea! :)

[@goconnor0304]

@@nikkabautista317 Well stated Nikka. I caught that too.

[@christophermichaelclarence6003]

​​@@nikkabautista317Londoner Filipina, eh ? Your Chinatown looks amazing compared to us. It’s a shame here in Paris, we don’t have like Ube Ice Cream. I already know why we don’t have that. Happy Early Christmas/Joyeux Noël. Greetings from a French Filipino 🇫🇷👋🇬🇧🎄🎁🎅

[@joelfernandez2333]

Beautiful Christmas decorations and thanks for showing us Americans how amazing London looks like during Christmas. Thank you Hannah..

[@Operabracelets]

Hannah, the best part of the Royal Opera house is the rooftop lounge bar! Apparently it’s open outside of performances too! Not sure if it’s only for summer but check it out

[@lucyc1033]

Merry Christmas Hannah! Your vlogs always put me in the Christmas spirit so thank you!! X

[@margretabroad4873]

And to answer your question regarding the cold: in Ontario, they have more and more cold weather warnings. Meaning temperatures below minus 40 degrees Celsius. If you intend to walk around outside in those temperatures, you need a special coat with fleece and membranes inside to protect you from the wind. And underneath the coat, I recommend Uniqlo heat tech clothing. Then you can walk around and take photos. You will still have a red, running nose after a long walk, but that'll be all.

[@jaana.s.]

Merry Christmas 😊 It is currently only -1°C here in Finland, but couple weeks back it was -19 °C. It is not unusual to go as far as -25 - -30 °C at this time. Once I experienced -45 °C in the north. So we are good for now 😂.

[@christophermichaelclarence6003]

Damn that’s freezing cold where you live. Hope you guys are in warm place

[@MichaelSampson-c4d]

Thanks! 🎄🧑‍🎄⛄ ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS is to see THE BEAUTIFUL Mr. Burnsey wear a KILT in future vlogs 😅 CONGRATS on your channels MILLIONS OF VIEWS !! The endorsements are WELL DESERVED...I will get ROSETTA STONES HOW TO SPEAK AUSTRALIAN course !! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PRETTY LADY 👍🇬🇧⛄🧑‍🎄🎄🕶️

[@HannahRicketts]

Thank you! You too! Thanks for the support x

[@stevenrobinson2837]

I'm in Springfield, IL. Temp is currently 0 C but we will see a week or two around -20 C over the winter.😊

[@debbier9325]

Wow is right for the giant Xmas bells @ the Apple Market! Yes, we can see the beautiful flickering glittering lights, so pretty. BTW, -2 for us in Phx, AZ is freezing. Once it hits 75° we’re dressed just like you are now 😊🥶. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@lisafernandes2722]

Hello from Alberta, Canada! We got minus 38 Celsius last year plus wind chill.... which makes it feel even colder. Brrr!

[@aHsydRAIN]

I live in the Caribbean. It gets down to 26 Celsius, and I'm freezing.

[@d.d.mac.3773]

It is actually colder there than it is here in south Ontario, Canada. Today is -1. I love the extent London goes for Christmas decorations. Wonderful. Thanks for taking us.

[@mrc4545]

Here in Cambodia there are government weather warnings when the temperature drops below 20 degrees, so yes, -3 is definitely cold! ❄️☃️

[@Veronica705]

You're slaying it, Hannah! Well done with Christmas in London 2023! ❤

[@jannieo]

I agree Hannah, the markets look just ok. The believe the markets in Germany and in Alsace and Colmar are probably representative of the ideal Christmas Markets. But fun anyway. Thank you for showing us. I absolutely love all your tours and can't wait for Friday! jannie

[@markbrown635]

Thx Hannah & what an effort you made to brave the weather to share this vlog of the different London Markets during the Christmas season! I agree with you that the market areas are enjoyable to see, with all the different food options, as well as shopping variety! It is also nice to see the additional Christmas decorations everywhere in London....very nice indeed! Thx again Hannah for all your efforts to add a vlog twice a week during the Christmas season! I always look forward to your vlogs, & especially this time of year! Merry Christmas Hannah & be safe!!!

[@oceanhome039]

I enjoyed the tour of crowded markets, the decor and a peek at the variety of food together with your colourful commentary. Thank you for sharing. 💕🇨🇦🎄🎄🎄

[@Buns1172]

Thank you for taking me back to my teenage years when I used to hang out in Covent Garden 👏👏. Have to agree about the over-pricing 😥. Have a wonderful Christmas and thank you for all your hard efforts in bringing a true view of London to us ❤️❤️

[@robertomontel12345]

beautiful and beautiful Christmas decorations and thank you for showing us how incredible London is during the beautiful Christmas. thank you hanna

[@Nan01040]

Omg it feels like I am in some fantasy Disney story, so magical 🎄🎈 the decorations are unbelievably beautiful 😍🥹✨ Thanks for sharing Hannah 🧡🤍💜🫶🏼

[@VONALEXANDRIA]

Yes, I can see the flickering garland. Gorgeous!

[@romaniwijesiri7977]

Christmas market in Nottingham was lovely especially the Yorkshire pud wrap with Christmas dinner.yum

[@MrMilwaukee]

Merry Christmas everyone. It can get to -20 Celsius here in Wisconsin, USA in January That’s proper cold weather 🥶

[@C-mm745]

Beautiful Christmas decorations 🎄as everything is beautifully lit 💫but with so many people the cozy Christmas feeling can no longer be found🤯maybe just after a few mulled wine🤪🤪🤪

[@gailjohnston1248]

Hey there Hannah! Thank you as always for venturing out to show the holiday markets! It really was so Cold there! We had a Cold front come through last night, it's only 47 right now, here in Savannah GA. Our typical temp in late Fall into Winter is: 55-67 F. It's quite cold out there, but I enjoy chilly- cold temps, as during the Summers it's just too Hot! The cold weather drives the biting bugs away, which is a huge plus! I know to some, in other areas....this wouldn't be cold for them but in the South -- it IS!⛄❄ We've had warm Winters where it's been in the 70ties, which feels so unnatural to me. Have a Merry Christmas!🎄💝🎅🎁

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

Seems the Europeans go to London to experience some London Christmas Magic, and the Brits go to NYC! I was there last weekend to enjoy all the festivities, as I only live 7 hours north, and there were British couples and families everywhere! Even in my hotel elevator! I was just remarking to my friend who came with me, that there were lots of British people in the city and the 2 people in our elevator laughed and said "You've got 2 of them here!" Lots of Christmas Cheer all around. Merry Christmas Hannah! I've really enjoyed all of your holiday vlogs and keep filming in 4k. You look gorgeous.

[@lyndabond1443]

Merry Christmas 🎁🎄 🎉 to all. May you stay safe, well and get lots from Santa 🎅 this year !

[@suzisharp132]

Merry Christmas, Hannah! Thank you for showing us the Christmas markets.

[@Owlerycrinkie0918]

London seems to have one of the best Christmas vibes. 😊

[@goconnor0304]

This was so enjoyable Hannah. I live in a sleepy town - so nothing like that here. I went to Pasadena, CA on Saturday. They don't have a Christmas market that I am aware of. BUT they have this wonderful almost mile long Christmas Tree Lane (even with a plaque) that people drive through. There are these cedar trees that line the street and volunteers string colorful lights on them - it is beautiful and very comforting - like have a blanket of lights over you. And of course some of the houses along the road have their homes and lawns all done up in Christmas. I am originally from Chicago. Every year downtown they have a German Christmas market. Does London? Have a Happy Christmas Hannah 🎄 and wonderful New Year! 🍾

[@QBeeC2017]

First, 26F is COLD! Second, you are beautiful, so no need to worry about filming in 4k! 😂. Always look forward to your vlogs. Love your humor. Thanks, and Merry Christmas!

[@NilesGimp]

Regarding winter weather, here in central California, winter temps can get into the low 60's, which means we have to bust out the gloves and puffy jackets....

[@reneefielding5064]

We were at Winchester Christmas Market on Saturday and it does not dissappoint. Hop on the train and check it out!

[@JennyAmponsah]

That’s where I wanted to go but I just missed out as it had finished!! Do you think it will be back next year?

[@nkhiuyitfdx]

I live in Chicago and we get these polar fronts from Canada in January and for a week every year it’s like -40 outside. Also we live right where warm weather comes up from hurricanes so in hurricane season and in summer it can get up to 102 degrees, 125 with heat index. Oh and this does happen gradually here either, two weeks ago it was 70 and now it’s 20 outside.

[@ericlindstrom8932]

Fabulous video.... Moonshine is whiskey. During prohibition alcohol was an illegal substance. Bootleggers would distill and often distribute "Moonshine" at night... that is how it got it's name.

[@rogertemple7193]

The Christmas markets there in the UK are a lot better than the ones here in the US have a very Merry Christmas Hannah Thank You.🇬🇧🎄⛄🎀⛄🎄🇬🇧

[@craigweems]

Go to Grand Central in NYC. I did most of my Xmas shopping in an hour and a half. A truly curated market.

[@jackieshaw9256]

Next year? More shopping, please! And eating! Just keep doing what you’re doing - we love it! Much appreciated, as an ex-Londoner now living in the Caribbean! 🏝️

[@britain1100]

Where I grew up in BC, Canada, a little town called 100 Mile House, it hits -35c to -48c in January and Feb.

[@catherinezilber7677]

Merry Christmas Hannah! I'm from Moonshine Central basically. It's just a white non-aged spirit made from corn, versus bourbon which is barrel aged and has a more involved distilling process. Then they add loads of flavorings in the shine like they do with vodka. Grownups drink bourbon and leave the shine for the college kids and the many many tourists. Thanks for taking us along Christmasy London and have a lovely time with your family.

[@SylisCalven828]

Lovely Stroll with you, I love how your Filming and Precise Editing, Pop the Beautiful Colors through the Screen.... your Efforts are Appreciated "Princess of Christmas"....we love you✳️

[@helenalexander2567]

Merry Christmas Hannah xxx Hope you and all the family have a wonderful time x

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

Enjoyed the tour. I always love the seasonal decorations at Covent Gardens.

[@Samminish]

Frohe Weihnachten, Hermosa! HAPPY CHRISTMAS Ms. Hannah to you and your family & Blessed/Healthy New Year!!

[@EsmeraldaRamos-w8v]

HELLO 👋 My Dear Friend Hannah: I want to Thank You 🙏 For Bundling Up and Walking Out In The Cold 🥶 To Share with All of Us To See what’s Going On In LONDON. I Absolutely: Love ❤️ All The Decorations In Convent Garden And Also In Trafalgar Square. Thank You Again For Taking Me Along With You. Have A Blessed Day- HAPPY CHRISTMAS 🎄 To You And Your Family And Friends. From: Your Friend In Texas USA 🇺🇸 🥰🤠❤️🎄

[@andreasbobzin2687]

Thanks for the cool video 👍 It sounds kinda cute when you say Bratwurst 👋😍🌲🇩🇪 Merry Christmas

[@mariafoo2065]

Thank you for an experience for me watching all these Christmas vlogs......wonderful view from where I am.

[@erinnyren5564]

I’m in Minnesota in the US, and we had -13C this morning (8F). In January we commonly have -28C! Thanks for the lovely tour!

[@alibabafurball]

Those little fish shaped custard things looked like a good idea, and sounded yummy. I would not have been able to pass that first sausage stand without getting a bratwurst or the smoked one. It is -9C here in Canada where i am and can get a lot colder, like -20 - -32C. I love those door trims you show, really nice.

[@riinviirand7251]

Happy Holidays! London is definitely my favorite city so far and I am very grateful I found your channel. It brings so much joy and keeps me positive while I cannot be there. Every time I watch new vlog, I’m like traveling. Thank you for sharing everything with us. While living in Canada, it’s extremely important to me to keep bit of Europe in my life, since I’m originally from Estonia. And talking about cold…goosh, last year I had a chance to reach new numbers in my life. Unfortunately we are not talking about weight numbers and thankfully not yet age, but winter here can get very brutal, especially in the middle of Canada. Together with wind I experienced-43 degrees in Celsius. And that hurts. So badly that after crying for a bit I realized my tears froze and there was nothing else to do than just laugh about whole situation. This year we’ve been lucky and mostly having mild winter. Bit of a frost during the night and reasonable temperatures in daytime. Keep doing what you doing, because London has special place in my heart, as whole England. And I will keep watching your new vlogs. Merry Christmas!🎉

[@straycat1403]

I love Christmas Markets. These looked awesome to me, much better than the ones in the US which tend to be small and very expensive. Thank you for braving the crowds Hannah!

[@steveh5042]

Thanks for your vlogs in 2023 Hannah, here's hoping to many more in 2024. Merry Christmas hope you have a good one x

[@DarthReluctant]

Wonderful vlog, looking fresh in 4K. The National Gallery is well worth a look.

[@Wherebutterfliesroam]

San Diego- high of 70 Fahrenheit low of 56 Fahrenheit 🎄🤸‍♂️☀️partly cloudy 🌥 so beautiful 🤩👏🏼

[@Uclimkoknyembahbatuberhala]

From West Java, Indonesia. Merry Christmas, world!! Happy bornday, my KING

[@ElectricHyenas]

Regarding your temperature question, I'm from Ontario, Canada. Growing up, the school (k-8) policy was that they wouldn't cancel outdoor recess at unless it got to -20 😆

[@MelandaGuenther]

Had to watch last year's christmas vlogs, cause I can't wait for this year lol, I'm such a Christmas lover...😁🎄

[@janetclaireSays]

Standing in a queue for an M&Ms store or Lego store to me is like being from a different planet. Thank you for showing us the Christmas markets, I'm not a person who likes crowds so this is probably as close as I will get to any of them. Some mulled wine would be nice though!

[@johnkelly1083]

Yeah, stay well clear of tacky tourist traps.

[@RIXRADvidz]

The Markets are a fun tradition, the forever queues for an over priced taster of some this or that ''holiday'' themed confection or sip. LOL Go Grinch Me go grinch me LOL !!! Thanks for this super fun packed adventure in Christmas London, it's all smiles here thanks to you. Merry Christmas Hannah Ricketts !!!!

[@amyk108]

Just discovered your channel and loving it! Getting my London at Christmas fix without the stress! Thank you!! Xx

[@salvatorepraino8258]

Beautiful London any Time of the year !Great Hannah with your descriptions and comments !Love you! Ciao

[@mkoury83]

looking fantastic in full 4k glory! hair, skin, makeup all lovely. Thanks for the Christmas ideas. Merry Christmas Ms. Ricketts!

[@Misspprivate]

Thanks 🎉 you make my Saturday mornings magical. Love you taking us everywhere it's perfect

[@HannahRicketts]

You're the best! Thank you!

[@geniushisfriends1260]

I visited winter wonderland a couple of years ago and loved it. I feel Europe has the best Christmas markets. Yes can see the flickering lights. Thanks Hannah. The decorations and atmosphere is amazing. Loved this vlog. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Christmas. ❤

[@Ecojock]

Perfect timing!!!

[@newtron1]

In my part of The Colony 🇨🇦 (near Toronto), the temp today is 3C and sunny. Forecast for Christmas Day is 10C. Green Christmas this year. It has been a very mild December.

[@mikeletaurus4728]

I live stateside in Michigan, where it is currently +4 degrees Fahrenheit, which is -16 Celsius. Bitterly cold.

[@everettemoses]

Thank you tremendously for the effort. Crowds are fun, but they are so full of people. Love your earrings. Happy Christmas!

[@0806cheryl]

67 degrees in Arizona at 6:00 pm. We have beautiful weather in the winter.

[@aliampb6949]

So pleased you have done this for me. In those crowds I would have been straight back on my train to West Berkshire Have a wonderful Christmas xxxx

[@lindsayturcaloro5661]

London sure does know how to do a Christmas Market! Thank you for braving the cold and sharing Hannah! ❤

[@joekhatib3798]

Hey beautiful Hannah, Glad you got to see a ballet at the Opera House! I went with friends and saw a performance of the Nutcracker here in Dallas last Saturday!!! Sorry about the cold, it is 62 degrees Fahrenheit here in Dallas/Ft. Worth today, December 19 (the advantages of living in the American South)! I thought the Trafalgar Square markets were probably the best but that is just a personal preference! Stay awesome lovely lady! ✌👍🤠💟

[@ChrisSmith-ls7mb]

Hello Hannah We love watching your videos. We are from Ontario Canada and we are having a warm December it was only 3 today with a dusting of snow in the morning which is now gone. No white Christmas for us. We are big Ben cookies fans. Do you know do add any Christmas types of cookies this time of year? We just watched the movie last Christmas which was filmed in Convent gardens. We love Convent garden area. We always stop by each time we come to London. We enjoy your walks around areas of London as a suggestion for 2024. Thanks for this great videos and all the others from the year. Take care Chris and Sandra of Canada.

[@andybiddle9088]

Great Vlog 🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻 It was nice to see all the places I walked last Saturday, but I did it at night time. Covent Garden looked awesome....Proper rammed as well! Why is it that Trafalgar square always has a nice tree, but the way the lights are slung on it, it looks shite! Covent Garden tree is heaps better. From Covent Garden I walked to The Strand, then Holburn,then bank, then Tower of London, then back over Southwark bridge, along Southbank, (4 quid pot of hot nuts by millennium bridge!) round to Westminster Bridge and across. Up Whitehall,Trafalgar square,Shaftesbury Av. to Cambridge Circus and onto TCR tube to Euston. 26,800 steps if anyone's interested 🥵 Loved it! See you Friday Hannah x

[@garygarrison4336]

See you Friday Hannah 👋👋

[@AnitaAnneLloyd]

Merry Christmas beautiful Hannah! May we have many sper vlogs from you in 2024! I fully agree with your ratings. I live in South-Africa and -3 is FREEZING!

[@sankofa0615]

Those bells are mind blowing 😮❤

[@jamesgillis8990]

Thanks Hannah I've really enjoyed all of your vlogs showing us Christmas in London. Merry Christmas. Du bist wunderschon.

[@donaldferguson5637]

Love the “ walk n talk” . Thank you. Merry Christmas

[@ulf989]

Greetings from Anchorage, Alaska! Currently -6 Celcius - a pretty mild winter this year, so far. LOTS of snow - 178cm. Happy Holidays!

[@rhondalockrey9592]

That was fun to see all the decorations & food a grand tasting tour would be something fun to do so many choices!

[@andrewtrafford9757]

The National Portrait Gallery is well worth visiting. Plus there's a great rooftop restaurant which has good views. It's been used in films a lot, famously Closer starring Julia Roberts.

[@tina8508]

That’s definitely cold!! Keep warm! Merry Christmas 🎄!

[@kathyevans2968]

Merry Christmas Hannah! Thanks for brightening my day throughout the year with your down to earth yet classy take and good sense of humour. I reminisce about being in London, which I miss so much, with each vlog. You show your city to perfection!

[@keithgrant351]

Great place, good food at cheap prices: Wong Kei 41-43 Wardour St, London. Opposite main entrance to China town. Service has a lot to be desired but that is the reason everyone goes! Used to live in Wong Kei when a student! 😋 many many years ago 😳

[@wheretheavocadosat]

rewatching your videos for the christmas spirit! i was at the Leicester square Christmas market today and a hot chocolate haha it was quite busy today too! as always, love your videos !!

[@alanbarnes3569]

Hi Hannah, Nice to hear a young lady speaking English properly who is well spoken. I get so tired of hearing Americans and Australians butchering our language. Well done keep it up 👍

[@michaeljohndennis2231]

1:24 that street resembles Grafton St in Dublin

[@jeannenielsen7714]

Merry Christmas Hannah. Thankyou for all of your fabulous vlogs of 2023. Look fwd to the 2024 ones! Best wishes from 🇨🇦