It’s that time of the year again, Santa’s in town and jingle bells fill the air, but where do we find him?
Liverpool has some amazing Christmas grottos this year where you can meet Santa and do plenty of festive family activities to get in the Christmas spirit.
We’ve listed the best Christmas grottos in Liverpool and surrounding areas where you get to meet Santa and share your Christmas wishes.
Where To Find Santa In Liverpool – The Top-Rated Santa’s Grottos
Santa’s Grotto At John Lewis – Liverpool One
John Lewis is holding a Santa’s grotto at Liverpool One this year, where there will be a festive story session, merry elves and a chance to make a Christmas keepsake.
Share your Christmas wishes with Santa and receive a special gift! There is also a Santa’s paw experience, tea party and relaxed sessions for children who prefer less noise.
Read more about the John Lewis Santa’s grotto here.
Santa’s Grotto At Dobbies Garden Centre
From the 28th of November to the 24th of December is Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Garden Centre. This magical experience has a train-themed journey this year, interactive elements and of course, a chance to meet Santa himself!
There are also photo opportunities and a gift from Santa.
See more about this event or book a spot here.
Lapland Liverpool’s Christmas Grotto
Lapland Liverpool is a three-hour entertainment experience where children and families engage in magical winter wonderland activities, from ice skating to posting your Christmas wishlist and eating gingerbread in Mrs Claus’s kitchen.
You can meet Santa in his cosy cabin and receive Santa’s bucks to spend on the toy of your choice.
Book or read more about Lapland Liverpool here.
Santa’s Grotto – Everyman Theatre
From Friday the 15th of December to the 23rd is Santa’s Grotto at the Everyman Theatre. There is a letter-writing station before the elves take you to meet Santa where you tell him all your Christmas wishes and get a special gift!
There is also an opportunity to take pictures. You can call to book tickets here.
Christmas-shire Sneaky Family – Kingsdock
Have an enchanted encounter with Santa and his elves at Kings Dock between November 23rd and December 22nd.
If you’re looking for things to do in December as a day out, this experience offers a chance to solve a Christmas mystery where you also get to meet Santa and receive an ethical present.
Book this experience here.
Santa’s Grotto At Sefton Meadows
Between the 23rd of November and the 24th of December, you can meet Santa at Sefton Meadows garden centre. Each child will receive a gift and there is an opportunity to try the Magical Sleigh Ride in Virtual Reality.
Learn more about the costs and book here.
Farmer Christmas – Farmer Ted’s
The Father Christmas Walking Adventure is back at Farmer Ted’s this year with a winter wonderland and a chance to meet Santa.
You begin your journey at the animal barn then check in to start your adventure, pass through winter wonderland, make your reindeer food, decorate gingerbreads and much more!
You can buy tickets and check out the gallery here.
Santa’s Grotto at Knowsley Safari Park
Knowsley Safari Park has a daytime grotto, Santa Panto and an illuminated light trail for their foot safari, you are spoilt for choice! The daytime grotto goes on for every weekend in December and each child will get a special gift from Santa to take home.
A professional photo souvenir is also included. Find out more here.
Croxteth Park Farm – Christmas Grotto
Open on the 30th of November 2024, you can meet Santa and his friends at Croxteth Park Farm Christmas grotto. Visits include the farm entry, meeting Santa, a gift and a bouncy castle in the new indoor barn area!
Check out more details and other events on the farm here.
Festive Family Lunch At Thornton Hotel & Spa
This special family lunch includes a three-course meal, DJ, live entertainment, games and a festive gift from Father Christmas!
It’s an ideal festive day out with a combination of meeting Santa. See more details here.