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Things to do in London for families

Places to take the family

Matilda the Musical

Enjoy the family show based on the novel by Roald Dahl.

Warner Bros. studio tour

Discover the magic behind the wizarding world of Harry Potter.

SEA LIFE London

Meet more than 500 aquatic species, from sharks to jellyfish.

Always sells out

The Lion King

Meet Simba and find out more about friendship and self-awareness.

Whether you have the teens in tow or little ones to entertain, there are plenty of things to do in London with kids. Find fun kids’ activities, visit family attractions and lay on the treats at child-friendly restaurants. Make sure you book tickets in advance.

Best things to do for families

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101 things to do with kids

Find plenty of ideas for a fun family trip to London.

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Kids' theatre London

See a show for the whole family and marvel and exciting stories.

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Harry Potter's London

Visit themed locations, see movie props, and much more!

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Theme parks

Treat the kids to the adventure of a lifetime at London's theme parks.

Family things to do at Christmas

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101 Christmas ideas

Christmas lights bus tour

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

Christmas in Chelsea

Family places to go

London Transport Museum

Discover the story of London's transport past and present!

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Shrek's Adventure! London

Meet your favourite Far Far Away characters and help Shrek on an epic journey.

London Eye

See the skyline from above and spot landmarks from one of the 32 pods.

The Postal Museum

Become a postman for a day and learn what it was like to deliver mail across London.

Madame Tussauds London

Meet your favourite celebrities and iconic figures at Madame Tussauds.

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The Paddington Bear Experience

Join Paddington on the adventure of a lifetime.

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Best family restaurants

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Immersive experiences

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Zoos and farms

The multi-award-winning smash hit

Wicked

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Family-friendly London

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Family-friendly hotels

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Fun areas for families to explore

Day out in Greenwich

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Useful information

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Top activities for teenagers

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Things to do with toddlers

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Where can I take my family out in London?

If you're planning some epic days out with the kids, London has it all! No matter the weather, there are plenty of things to do in London with kids, from Madame Tussauds to SEA LIFE London Aquarium.

The greatest activities for kids in London

Experience kids theatre in London, such as The Lion King London Musical, the magical Wicked Musical London and Matilda the Musical.