Guests taking in the lights and decorations on this season’s Magical London Christmas Tours
The Twelve Days of Christmas
Did you know that “The 12 Days of Christmas” carol began as a fun memory game, played at the dinner table?
Players would recite gifts in order — forget a line and a playful forfeit awaited! Over time, this simple game became one of Britain’s most beloved holiday songs.
This year sees the song resurface as a particular highlight across London Magical Tours’ award winning Christmas tours.
Come and discover the gifts from the Twelve Days of Christmas — including the 6 Geese a-laying
From Family Game to Christmas Classic
From a partridge in a pear tree, all the way to 12 drummers drumming – the quirky gifts on the Twelve Days of Christmas list made for a fun but tricky memory game. Originally played by families at the table on Christmas Day, by the 18th century printed versions spread the song far beyond homes – and it soon became a festive carol, sung by both choirs and families alike.
If you wish to experience the spirit of the season in London, don’t miss the festive extravaganza that is our London Christmas Lights tour — it’s the perfect way to see the city’s holiday magic come alive.
Children love taking part on mini-adventures on our Private Magical London Christmas Lights Tours
London Holiday Magic
Few world cities decorate for the holidays quite like the capital of the UK. London brings the Twelve Days of Christmas to life with festive decorations and playful installations, all inspired by the song.
For a truly magical evening with friends or family alike, don’t miss our London Christmas Lights tours, running through to 6th of January.
Visiting London this Christmas?
Share your magical moments with us! Tag @londonmagicaltours and use #LondonMagicalTours — from festive lights to seasonal surprises, we can’t wait to see how you celebrate the best time of the year with us.