What to do in London on New Years Day

From New Years Day Parade in London to walks around the capital.

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00:00If you're in London on New Year's Day you're in for a treat. The city offers a

00:05range of activities whether you're still recovering from last night's

00:09celebrations or ready to dive into the new year with energy, here's how to make

00:14the most of your first day of 2025 in the capital. If you're up for a bit of a

00:20spectacle the London New Year's Day parade is a great way to start the year.

00:25It's not just about the crowds even though there are over 8,000 people

00:29lining the streets, it's the mix of performers that makes the event special.

00:33The parade kicks off at noon and travels from Piccadilly through Regent Street,

00:38St. James, Pall Mall and Whitehall before ending at Westminster. Along the way

00:44you'll see everything from traditional pearly Kings and Queens to samba bands,

00:49brass ensembles and street dancers all bringing a burst of energy to the

00:54streets. It's a lively upbeat way to take in some of London's most famous

00:58spots and kick off the year with a bit of fun. For those who prefer a more

01:02relaxed pace here are a few great walking routes that London World has

01:06picked out to explore the capital on New Year's Day. From Hyde Park to Kensington

01:12Gardens, start at Marble Arch entrance to Hyde Park, wander through the park and

01:17across to Kensington Gardens for a scenic peaceful walk. South Bank to Tower

01:22Bridge, here you could begin at the London Eye and stroll along the Thames

01:26Path, passing landmarks like the National Theatre, the Tate Modern and

01:30Shakespeare's Globe. And finally from Westminster to St. Paul's Cathedral,

01:35starting at Westminster Abbey, walk along Whitehall across the River Thames via

01:40the Westminster Bridge and continue to Embankment Station or St. Paul's

01:45Cathedral. These routes offer a mix of London's iconic landmarks and quieter

01:51streets, perfect for a laid-back New Year's Day walk. For more on this and

01:55other news from across the capital head to LondonWorld.com