Family - What's on For Kids in London

London is great for kids and has lots of family-friendly attractions, events and activities. Whether you're looking for child-friendly restaurants, free attractions for kids, or ideas for your day out in London, you'll find it here!

What's On For Families

London Live: artist's impression of big screen in Trafalgar Square during the Paralympic Games

BT London Live
Watch the London 2012 Games on big screens in Hyde Park, Victoria Park and Trafalgar Square. 27 Jul-9 Sep

Jubilee Family Festival
Head to Hyde Park with the whole family to enjoy a festival of entertainment in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee. 2-3 Jun

A young girl tries her hand at one of Innocent's fruit-themed sporting activities.

Innocent Fruit Sports Day
Take the whole family to Regent's Park for a day of fun activities to get you in the mood for the London 2012 Games. 22 Jul

Torosaurus and Huxley. Copyright Joan Marcus

Walking with Dinosaurs
See dinosaurs walk the earth in this phenomenal live show at The O2 Arena. 26 Dec-6 Jan

More family events in London

Family Features

Kids play with a light table at the Science Museum

Best Museums for Kids
London is packed with museums that are great for kids, whatever their ages. And many are free to visit too!

Shopping for Kids
From big department stores, to one off independents, there's plenty of choice when it comes to buying kids clothes in London

Children's Theatres
For children who want to experience the buzz of live theatre, London is awash with options

London's City Farms
Where can you find alpacas, llamas and chickens, join a gardening club and learn to ride? On London's city farms, of course!

London for Little Pirates
Explore real ships, play on pretend ones, fire a cannon and even meet Captain Jack Sparrow in London

Kids Go Free in London
Treat the kids to a day out in London. With free travel and activities, you won't have to blow the budget

Family Restaurants
From children's menus to free colouring books, many London restaurants make a special effort to cater for younger diners

Bill Granger. Image copyright Mikkel Vang

Bill Granger's London
We caught up with chef Bill Granger for his London highlights: From his favourite restaurant to his tips for families

Hannah McHalick's London
Hannah McHalick, founder of clothing shop Oh Baby London, gives us her top tips for families in London

Family-Friendly Hotels
Browse through our guide to family accommodation. London hotels have everything you and your kids could need for a great stay

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Copyright Britain on View

London's Open Spaces
Fresh air, nature and wildlife: there are plenty of green and open spaces to enjoy in London. Discover them today!

London Theatre Breaks
London's theatre breaks include hotel accommodation, making it even easier to experience the magic of London's West End

Rainy Days in London
Exciting, fun and (most importantly) weather-proof places to make a beeline for when you're caught in a shower in London!

Best Birthday Parties
Give your child a day to remember with a birthday party in London. Includes activity parties, kids menus and more.

Tips for Winter
We've got all the answers to the question of keeping kids entertained during London's winter months

Inmost cases, children travel free on London Transport

Kids Travel Free in London
More information about child rates on London public transport

Little Princesses' London
Do your kids love princesses? Treat them to a royal day out in London, from enchanted Royal Palaces to princess workshops

The pirate ship in Kensington Gardens, London. Copyright The Royal Parks

Adventure Playgrounds
Adventure playgrounds in London are designed for fun. Including a huge wooden pirate ship in Kensington Gardens

Action Packed Kids Activities
Kids love skateboarding, swimming, riding, racing, climbing and playing golf with dinosaurs in London. It's action packed!

More Family Features

Fantastic Family Days Out in London

Giraffes at London Zoo. Image Copyright Britain on View

Regent's Park Day Out
Head to The Regent's Park, one of London's prettiest open spaces, for a day out the whole family will love

Day Out in Greenwich
With so much to see and do in Greenwich, this World Heritage Site has all the ingredients for a fun-packed family day out!

Kids with Explore Backpacks at the Natural History Museum

Day Out in South Ken
There's plenty for children of all ages in South Kensington, home to London's most famous museums and huge open spaces

South Bank and Bankside
South Bank and Bankside have plenty to entertain all ages, making them the perfect destination for a family day out

A young visitor at the Horniman Museum. Copyright MLA/Horniman Museum

Family Day Out in London
From family-friendly restaurants to free activities, there are many ways to keep young children occupied on a London day out

See the new figure of Robert Downey Jr as Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes' London
Grab your deerstalker hat and magnifying glass, and get ready to explore Sherlock Holmes' London. First stop Baker Street

Peter Pan Statue. Image courtesy of Britain on View

Peter Pan Day Out
See snapping crocodiles, Peter Pan monuments and the former home of author JM Barrie on a Peter Pan Day out in London

Family Day Out For £40
There are lots of ways to enjoy London on a budget. Treat the kids to a fabulous family day, all for less than £40!

Latest Family posts from the Visit London Blog

Five London Museum and Attraction Sleepovers
20 April 2012
If you’ve ever wondered what happens after dark in London’s museums and attractions, here’s your chance to find out. Family sleepovers are on the increase, and you can now spend the night at many of London’s top attractions. Kids must be accompanied by an adult at most sleepovers, so grown-ups can join in the fun [...]
Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain at the Garrick Theatre
06 March 2012
One thing to consider when booking tickets for the new West End production by the Birmingham Stage Company is the name. Horrible Histories is every bit as horrible as the title suggests. There is blood and guts galore in Barmy Britain, now appearing at the Garrick Theatre on Charing Cross Road. Over the course of [...]
Being a Junior Keeper for a Day at London Zoo
22 February 2012
Aspiring young zoo keepers have the chance to go behind-the-scenes at ZSL London Zoo. Kids can get close to some of their favourite zoo animals and find out what’s it like to take care of them during the Junior Keeper for a Day experience. We sent 12-year-old Téo Grimshaw to report on his day as [...]