Wondering about where to see Christmas lights around the world for maximum festive spirit? You have a veritable boatload of options no matter where you go and travel this holiday season—but here are 22 of the best Christmas lights displays all across the globe. These flashy and twinkly options are varied: from botanical gardens that get a makeover for the Christmastime, to waterfront winter wonderlands (in cold and hot environments), to city streets that get dressed up for the occasion.
You can expect the usual suspects: gargantuan trees, skating rinks for beginners and experts, lights in the shapes of flora and fauna, plenty of Santa and Nutcracker figures, and even one spectacular display done up as an in-car drive-through experience. Seven of these can be found stateside; the rest are scattered across the global map. May these lovely lights bring you joy and wrap up your year in a festive bow.
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