Best Things to Do in London for Families with Young Kids
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From the classic Shrek's Adventure London and Bubble Planet London, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.1 · 7,204 reviews
Step inside Far Far Away with the whole family on London's South Bank. Ride the 5D motion-simulator bus, wander themed sets from the DreamWorks films, and meet live character actors along the way.
★ 4.0 · 4,416 reviews
Step into Bubble Planet London for a playful family outing in Wembley. Explore themed rooms filled with bubbles, light effects, and interactive screens, letting kids of all ages dive into hands-on, no-pressure fun.
★ 4.3 · 29,031 reviews
Explore SEA LIFE London Aquarium inside the riverside County Hall building. Wander through themed zones from British coastal waters to tropical reefs, coming face to face with sharks and thousands of marine species along the way.
★ 4.4 · 2,561 reviews
Step into ZSL London Zoo, tucked inside Regent's Park since 1828. Wander the grounds at your own pace to spot tigers, gorillas, and reptiles before extending the day with a walk through the park itself.
★ 4.5 · 4,146 reviews
Step into Paddington Bear's world at County Hall's colorful walkthrough attraction. Wander through themed sets recreating scenes from the stories, letting kids explore interactive displays before continuing on to other South Bank sights.
★ 4.6 · 37,688 reviews
Step into the Natural History Museum's cathedral-like halls in South Kensington. Wander beneath Hope the blue whale skeleton, explore dinosaur galleries and mineral collections, and take in the ornate terracotta architecture around you.
★ 4.6 · 1,139 reviews
Take the helm yourself at GoBoat London's Paddington basin, no experience required. Steer your electric picnic boat along the canals with food and drink on board, enjoying a relaxed afternoon on the water with family or friends.
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★ 4.4 · 3,742 reviews
Discover SEA LIFE London Aquarium tucked inside County Hall on the South Bank. Walk through the ocean tunnel and shark walkway, spotting rays and rainforest displays on an easy 90-minute stop near the London Eye.
★ 4.4 · 6,270 reviews
Discover Young V&A in Bethnal Green, the V&A's playful spin-off made for kids and the grown-ups with them. Explore hands-on design, art, and performance galleries, with a paid activity zone for extra play if little ones want to linger.
★ 4.6 · 76,620 reviews
Explore the Science Museum in South Kensington, a hands-on trip through space, aviation, and computing history. Get up close to the Apollo 10 command module and historic steam engines through interactive exhibits made for curious minds of all ages.
★ 4.1 · 3,363 reviews
Discover Gravity MAX Wandsworth, a multi-activity entertainment complex made for group outings. Race go-karts, challenge friends on arcade machines, and hop between activity zones for a flexible, action-packed day out.
★ 4.6 · 1,142 reviews
Discover two South Bank icons in one easy booking. Wander through SEA LIFE London Aquarium's marine life, then rise above the Thames on the London Eye for sweeping skyline views, all in about two and a half hours.
★ 4.5 · 13,722 reviews
Explore Crystal Palace Park, a south London green space with a quirky Victorian secret. Wander around the lake to spot the world's first dinosaur sculptures, then relax on the lawns or visit the dinosaur-themed playground.
★ 4.6 · 9,661 reviews
Explore the Horniman Museum's eclectic collections in South London. Wander galleries of taxidermy and world musical instruments, visit the aquarium, then stroll the gardens for sweeping views over the city.
★ 4.6 · 3,702 reviews
Discover the WWT London Wetland Centre, a former Victorian reservoir turned wildlife haven minutes from the city. Wander boardwalks and hides to spot hundreds of bird species and watch otters at their scheduled feeding times.
★ 4.4 · 13,201 reviews
Step inside the London Transport Museum, tucked into a former Covent Garden flower market. Climb aboard restored buses and trams, try a driving simulator, and browse iconic Underground posters tracing the city's transport history.
★ 4.7 · 121,156 reviews
Step into nearly a thousand years of history at the Tower of London. Explore the White Tower's armour, see the dazzling Crown Jewels, and follow a Yeoman Warder's tour into tales of prisoners, executions, and the resident ravens.
★ 4.7 · 550 reviews
Step inside Allianz Stadium, English rugby's national ground, on a guided tour through the changing rooms and pitchside areas. Follow up in the World Rugby Museum, where the sport's history from its origins to today comes alive through stories of historic matches.
★ 4.6 · 5,794 reviews
Discover The Postal Museum in Clerkenwell, home to Britain's quirky postal history. Ride the miniature Mail Rail train through the disused underground tunnels once used to move post beneath London, then explore the exhibits above.
★ 4.7 · 8,136 reviews
Combine two of London's biggest crowd-pleasers in one ticket. Glide above the Thames on the London Eye for panoramic city views, then pose alongside royals, film stars, and musicians at Madame Tussauds' waxwork galleries.
★ 4.7 · 3,294 reviews
Step inside Stamford Bridge on a guided tour that goes far beyond the stands. Walk through the home dressing room and players' tunnel, pose with Chelsea FC's trophies, and take on a goalkeeper challenge in the museum.
★ 4.5 · 203,441 reviews
Discover London from above aboard the South Bank's giant observation wheel. Enjoy a slow 30-minute rotation in a glass capsule, taking in Big Ben, the Palace of Westminster, and views stretching to Windsor on clear days.
★ 4.7 · 2,908 reviews
Discover Up at The O2, a guided climb across the arena's curved fabric roof. Harnessed and led by guides on a 90-minute route, you'll reach a summit platform for panoramic views across the Thames and London skyline.
★ 4.7 · 33 reviews
Step behind the scenes at Wembley Stadium, beneath its landmark 133-metre arch. Walk through the players' tunnel, dressing rooms, and Royal Box while guides share personal stories from decades of FA Cup finals and England internationals.
★ 4.7 · 26,474 reviews
Step inside Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, one of football's most futuristic grounds. See the retractable pitch technology up close, walk through the glass-floor dressing-room tunnel, and take in the striking modern architecture built for both matchdays and major concerts.
★ 4.5 · 4,796 reviews
Discover Craven Cottage, Fulham FC's riverside ground on the Thames since 1896. Take a stadium tour to spot the corner cottage, soak up the intimate matchday atmosphere, and learn the history behind one of English football's oldest grounds.
★ 4.4 · 18,775 reviews
Step into London Stadium, the Olympic bowl turned Premier League home and mega-venue in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Catch a West Ham match or a big-name concert, then enjoy smooth entry and the parkland setting around you.
★ 4.7 · 1,438 reviews
Step into the Emirates Stadium on Arsenal's self-guided tour. Walk through the home dressing room and pitchside tunnel, then browse the museum's trophies and famous-player history with the help of audio guides and signage.
★ 4.6 · 10,901 reviews
Step into the Kia Oval, one of England's great Test cricket grounds. Catch a match from tiers like the Laker Balcony, taking in strong sightlines and the buzz of a ground steeped in Ashes history.
★ 4.7 · 3,371 reviews
Discover three of London's biggest attractions in a single day with this combo ticket. Pose with wax figures at Madame Tussauds, take in the skyline on a London Eye rotation, and wander through SEA LIFE's aquarium tanks.
London · 🎭 Entertainment
Shrek's Adventure London
1h15
Bubble Planet London
1h
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
1h30
London · 🌳 Nature
London Zoo: Entry Ticket
3h
The Paddington Bear Experience
London · 🎨 Museum
Natural History Museum
2h
London · ⚽ Sport
GoBoat London - Paddington
SEA LIFE Entry Ticket
Young V&A
Science Museum
Gravity MAX Wandsworth
SEA LIFE & London Eye Combo Ticket
2h30
Crystal Palace Park
Horniman Museum and Gardens
WWT London Wetland Centre
London Transport Museum
London · 🏛️ Landmark
Tower of London
World Rugby Museum & Allianz Stadium Tours
1h40
The Postal Museum
London: London Eye and Madame Tussauds Combo Ticket
Chelsea FC Museum
London Eye
45 min
Up at The O2
Wembley Stadium Tours
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Craven Cottage
London Stadium
1h50
Arsenal Stadium Tour
The Kia Oval
Madame Tussauds, London Eye & SEA LIFE Combo Ticket
4h
