London or Edinburgh for Christmas: Which City is Better?

Christmas Lights Let’s start with the Christmas lights because, honestly, both cities know how to shine. London’s light displays are nothing short of spectacular. The major shopping streets—Oxford, Regent, and Bond—are draped in glittering overhead installations. Don’t miss Covent Garden’s festive decor, Carnaby Street’s fun theme, or the tree in Trafalgar Square. That said, London’s light displays come with a price: crowds. And I mean crowds. London in December is not for the weak. Be ready to jostle for space, especially on weekends. Edinburgh, on the other hand, takes a more intimate approach. The city’s Christmas lights feel cozier, with twinkling fairy lights on historic buildings and beautifully decorated shopfronts...