Things to do with children in London. This section covers parks for a family picnic, free outdoor activities and free venues for kids in August, rainy day ideas under ten pounds and children’s museums with an age-by-age guide. We also list creative kids workshops and half-term science trails at the Natural History Museum.
Half-term trails at the Natural History Museum fill the Cromwell Road entrance fast once the October break starts, and arriving without a plan often means a long wait outside before you see a single exhibit. This guide covers the free ticket you need, the gallery that fills up by mid-morning, and the one exhibition this … Read more
Kids workshops London have never offered more variety, and with the autumn term now underway, this city’s galleries, studios, and arts centres are ready to welcome young creators through their doors. Art Play London: pottery, painting, and more Art Play London runs kids workshops across multiple locations, including Chelsea and Shoreditch. Sessions run from Friday … Read more
Children’s museums in London are among the most diverse and welcoming in the world, and knowing which one suits your child’s age can turn a good day out into a great one. The best museums for toddlers and young children (ages 0 to 5) The Young V&A in Bethnal Green is the UK’s first and … Read more
Free venues in London are one of the city’s greatest gifts to families, and this August the school holidays give you every reason to walk through their doors. Natural History Museum, South Kensington Few places in London stop children in their tracks the way this one does. The Natural History Museum gives you a 25-metre … Read more
Rainy day London is one of the best-kept secrets of this city, when the grey clouds roll in, some of the most joyful, creative, and memorable experiences for children come alive under one roof, and most of them cost very little. Free national museums: more than enough for a full day London’s major national museums … Read more
London kids have 6 weeks of summer holidays and a city full of free outdoor adventures waiting right outside the door, from open parks and play fountains to festival performances and wildlife encounters. Play in the Park with the Royal Parks The Play in the Park project offers a free play programme of fun, creative … Read more
London parks fill up with families every summer, and for good reason: the city holds over 3,000 green spaces, from world-famous Royal Parks to quiet neighbourhood gems, each one ready for a blanket, a basket, and a few hours of sun. Hyde Park: the classic choice for families Hyde Park is one of the most … Read more
