How to watch the New Year's Eve fireworks in London for 2025

Ah 2025, it's nearly time to wish you a very fond farewell. We will forever remember you as the year of the Blue Origin Space Flight, Labubu's and the time Coldplay broke the internet.

Before we venture off into the unknown world of 2026, it's only right to say goodbye to this year with a bang – literally.

For those planning to be in the capital this New Year’s, we've put together a guide to how to see off the year.

To start, we’ve compiled a list of all the top places to watch the famous London fireworks – from land, water, and sky no less – as well as a ton of extra parties and experiences that will help you ring in the New Year.

So, get ready to pop out the bubbly and sing Auld Lang Syne with these explosive experiences.

It's not New Year's just yet! Before then you should check out the best Christmas London shows, the best UK pantomimes and best Christmas light trails. Plus, read our chat with Tom Fletcher on the Paddington Musical.

Best places to watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks at a glance

• New Year’s Eve at the London Eye, from £20
• New Year's Eve Thames Cruise with Fireworks, from £265
• New Year's Eve Fireworks at London's County Hall, from £499
• New Year's Eve Thames Cruise with Gala Dinner and fireworks, from £599
• View from The Shard and Marco Pierre White Three Course Meal, £127
• Deluxe One Night Stay in London, £174.99

Best places to watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks in London for 2025

New Year’s Eve at the London Eye

It’s time to tick this one off the bucket list. This New Year’s Eve, you can join the hundreds of thousands of Londoners who gather on the Southbank to watch the legendary fireworks. This tradition has been around since 2000 and includes over 12,000 fireworks and 400 drones, which work together to recap the best events of the year.

To join the crowds opposite Big Ben, you’ll need to pay £20 from the London Eye website. Tickets go on sale at midday on 17th October, but be aware that availability will run out very quickly.

Buy tickets to New Year’s Eve at the London Eye from £20 at London Eye

New Year's Eve Fireworks at London's County Hall

The Riverside Rooms at County Hall offer an absolutely premium view of the fireworks, plus you'll be inside the warm instead of standing around for hours outside. Plus, this experience includes all-inclusive drinks and a DJ to help you dance the night away.

Buy New Year's Eve Fireworks at London's County Hall from £499 at Golden Tours

New Year's Eve Thames Cruise with Fireworks

From sky highs to watery depths, you can also take in the breathtaking fireworks from a Thames riverboat. At Golden Tours, there’s a huge range of cruises and trips available to you, whether you want a quiet tour up the river with a glass of champagne, or you want to dance the night away on the Galaxy Cruise, you’ll be feeling pretty buoyant by the time midnight rolls around.

Buy New Year’s Eve Thames Cruise tickets from £265 at Golden Tours

New Year's Eve Thames Cruise with fireworks and gala dinner

Taking the river cruise a step further, you can book in a trip that includes a three-course gala dinner and drinks at City Experiences. You’ll sail past London’s best landmarks before making your way to a prime viewing spot before the fireworks begin.

Buy New Year's Eve Thames Cruise with Gala Dinner and Fireworks from £599 at City Experiences

View from The Shard and Marco Pierre White Three Course Meal

Talking of great views, what’s better than the view from the Shard? If you’re quick, you’ll be able to ring in the New Year with this experience that includes a Michelin star meal at Marco Pierre White’s London Steakhouse Co followed by a trip up the Shard.

Buy View from The Shard and Marco Pierre White Three Course Meal for £113 at Virgin Experience Days

Deluxe One Night Stay in London

If parties and boats aren’t your thing, you can always celebrate the start of 2026 from the comfort of your hotel room. At Buyagift, you can book a deluxe one-night stay in a West End hotel, and get the thrill of being in the capital.

Buy Deluxe One Night Stay in London for £174.99 at Buyagift

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