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Take her ice skating! London has a number of outdoor skating rinks that pop up from Nov - Jan, one of the best being in the courtyard of Somerset House. There's are others too, just search for 'somerset house ice skating' and you should find lots of info. Don't just turn up though, the most popular rinks often require you to book well in advance.
London eye is also good when the sun is setting or at night, again you need to book early and the chances are it could rain and be shit.
If you go on a Sunday, head over to Spitalfields market for the Chrismas markets, the whole area is buzzing. Also check out the Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, which usually has a lot going on too. If you both eat meat, I recommend a Sunday lunch at the Morgan Arms in Mile End. It seems out the way, but it's only a few stops on the tube and they serve great food and wine for reasonable money (for London). I'd called it laid back romantic.
Stick around Brick Lane for some fun nightlife without that attitude. Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes is also a great place to hang out (rather than bowl), lots of good music and people having a good time.
Stay clear of Leicester Square & Piccadilly Circus at night, just lots of expensive clubs and attitude going on.
If you haven't picked a hotel yet, I can recommend a few (depends a bit if you're sharing a room/bed).
>> The Russell Hotel - big, grand, good room rates online, central >> Miller's Residence - Notting Hill, small, super romantic and quirky, the owner is crazy cool, not cheap, but reasonable prices >> Regency House Hotel is cheap (for London) and in a great location, nice building and perfectly good, classic rooms.
There are loads of other's of course, let me know if you want something specific, I might be able to help. Definately book online - LOADS cheaper!
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