Best Birthday Parties for Kids in London
Celebrate your child's birthday in London with one of these fantastic parties.
Whether your little ones want to explore the rainforest, or go horse-riding, you can do it in London. Many venues will do the planning and the clearing up for you - they'll even throw in a goodie bag! So all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the party.
Chelsea FC
Footie-mad kids can follow in the footsteps of their heroes with a Chelsea FC birthday. Score a hat trick with a private stadium tour; five-a-side football game; and a Chelsea gift and certificate for each child. The party package also includes invitations. From £20 per child
Imli
For a tasty and affordable kids' birthday party, head to Indian restaurant Imli. Their special kids' menu is lightly spiced and designed to be gentle on young tummies. Even better, it's only £8.50 for three child-sized courses. For children's parties of 10 or more, Imli will even provide you with a complimentary birthday cake.
London Dungeon
Venture into the London Dungeon and let your little monsters come to face-to-face with London's grisly past. Birthday packages include fast track entry, a tour, a goodie bag and a souvenir photo. You'll also get all the usual frights, live shows, actors and special effects that make the London Dungeon famous! From £25.28 per child
NAMCO Station
Can't decide whether to go bowling, hit the arcades or something more adventurous? You can do it all at NAMCO. The entertainment centre will host your child's birthday party, including bowling, dinner, bumper cars and arcade tokens. There's also balloons, goodie bags and party invitations thrown in - all for just £12.95 per child
Queens Ice and Bowl
Whether your kids want to bowl, ice-skate or sing karaoke, they can do it all at Queens Ice and Bowl. Book a birthday package and enjoy one activity for £12.99 or two activities for £15.99, along with a choice of pizza, sandwiches or a hamburger, with fries. Queens also provide invitations, party bags, ice cream and a party table.
The Rainforest Cafe
Little monkeys will love a tropical birthday dinner in this jungle-themed restaurant. The Rainforest Café organise everything including invitations, party bags and food. The package includes a main course, dessert, and drink from the kids menu. Then tuck into a delicious triple chocolate layer cake! £15.50 per child
Royal Air Force Museum
Ensure your party takes off at The Royal Air Force Museum. Budding pilots will be treated to lunch or afternoon tea, plus a goodie bag with an Airfix model and activity sheets. Children can also go on the flight simulator for an additional cost. Groups of 8-50 children are welcome. £13.50 per child
V&A Museum of Childhood
Nurture your child's creative side with a birthday at the V&A Museum of Childhood. This museum explores the themes of childhood past and present with a range of exhibitions, the Moving Toys Gallery. Hire the party room and choose from extras such as catering and arts and craft activities. From £140
West London Stables
Enjoy an active birthday with a children's party at West London Stables. The kids will love making a fuss of the ponies with an hour of grooming, followed by an hour of riding games. The party is suitable for riders and non-riders as adult helpers are on hand if required. Only available on Sundays. £35 per child
WWT London Wetland Centre
Get close to nature at a London Wetland Centre party. Choose from an hour and a half of exciting activities, including pond-dipping, hunting for creepy crawlies or bird-spotting. Bring your own birthday lunch or pre-order picnic boxes. From £250 for up to 10 children and two adults