Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Ice Rink Reviews Summary

Atmosphere and Ambiance

Pros:

• "During the day it’s really nice and quiet so no long queues."
• "The park setup itself is absolutely wonderful and very big."
• "Absolutely 💯 class place no ques during the day."
• "It doesn't seem so busy and much more comfortable as was this year."
• "The whole winter wonderland is HUGE."
• "It's definitely worth a visit."
• "A very spectacular and unique place to visit in the winter season in London."
• "We went on a tue night. Perfect is no queues to any of the rides."

Cons:

• "Winter wonderland is great but the only downside is too too expensive and very overcrowded."
• "Too crowded during the Christmas holidays."
• "We had to wait over 30 min to enter."
• "Although during weekends and afternoons it’s packed."
• "Unpleasantly packed, which doesn’t make sense since they started charging/requiring tickets."
• "It gets to a point that you can hardly walk around it's so busy."
• "Some of the activities might require a long queue before it gets to your turn especially on a very busy day."
• "It is a bit crowded, but the games aren't rigged and you can actually win stuff."

Food and Drink

Pros:

• "So many food stalls and every one that I tried was amazing."
• "The mulled wine was lovely."
• "Food from the stalls were all great too."
• "The variety of food options are delectable, and the entertainment is top-notch."
• "So many options of food is available everywhere."
• "You will have lots to do and plenty to eat."
• "Plenty of food options."
• "The food is so good and the decoration is amazing."

Cons:

• "The price of the food was expensive."
• "The quality of the mulled wine was pretty low."
• "The food stalls are pretty much all the same thing, sausages, burgers, crepes, waffles, and churros."
• "Food and drinks are very expensive."
• "Small glass of Mulled wine (~150ml) for £7/£8, tiny portion (4 small pieces) churros for £8."
• "Food prices were high for what you got."
• "The Bavarian Village wasn’t the same, there wasn't anywhere to dance and didn't see any live music."
• "The food and drink options were diverse, the real star was the immersive winter experience."

Rides and Activities

Pros:

• "Every ride available food from pork and roll was unbelievable."
• "A great experience but oh boy does it know just how to empty your wallet!"
• "Ice skating, a circus, rides galore for all age groups, shops, food, drinks."
• "A variety of fun houses and rides are available for all age groups."
• "Great selection of rides and food outlets, main bar area was brilliant with live shows."
• "The rides, games and German sausage were the ones."
• "Worthwhile to visit during the week on a quiet day and get a full day ticket and try unlimited rides."
• "The ice sculptures, Christmas shows, and Santa's grotto add an extra layer of enchantment."

Cons:

• "The rides are well overpriced."
• "Most ride cost average £5-7."
• "It is very pricey once you get past the gates."
• "Very few rides less than £5 a person and some are as much as £11."
• "It's massive but you can expect 2hr plus wait times for the big tent hall."
• "All rides require a token or can pay on card approx £7.00 each person."
• "The quality of the ice wasn't good at all, it seemed to be melting and covered in water."
• "The big wheel was amazing, great views and heated comfortable pods."

Cost and Value

Pros:

• "Only paid £5 for the entrance."
• "The entry to this place is also affordable, sometimes free."
• "I really enjoyed the atmosphere and had the best time with my best friend."
• "The entry cost seems like a little bit of a rip off since you’re paying for all the food and rides inside."
• "A bit pricey but this is such a popular place that it's definitely worth it once a year."
• "The prices for rides are really good and reasonable."
• "The prices were honestly the same as any other Christmas market in the country."
• "It is a bit on the high side for cost, but not so bad really."

Cons:

• "Always the same experience but getting more and more expensive each year."
• "It is a must for you to visit the park!!"
• "The park is good and has game options as well as food options, but the prices are a bit high."
• "Prices are per ride and they are ok though not exactly cheap."
• "It's expensive, but the best rides and entertainment you'll find anywhere in a city centre."
• "The food and drink options were diverse, the real star was the immersive winter experience."
• "Prices are absolutely ridiculous as well as services."
• "It is a bit crowded, but the games aren't rigged and you can actually win stuff."