There are plenty of things to do and places to go. to see in London with children.
Today, I invite you to take a tour of the city's activities!
London with children: article summary
- London with children: visit Hackney City Farm
- The London Eye
- London with children: discover the dinosaurs of Crystal Palace Park
- The V&A Museum of Childhood
- London with children: London Zoo ZSL
- A stroll through Kew Gardens
- London with children : Kidzania
- The science museum
- London with children: a walk in Hyde Park
- Spend some time at London's Sea Life aquarium
London with children: visit Hackney City Farm
Open all year round, except Mondays, Hackney City Farm offers children and adults alike the chance to get up close and personal with numerous farmyard animals.
Seeing, smelling and planting vegetables and other plants is also a way of life. one of the area's most popular activities for toddlers.
Here, you can learn new skills to live a healthier, happier life with less environmental impact.
To take advantage of this activity, you will need :
- 6,80 £ per adult
- 3,40 £ per child
The London Eye
Visit London Eye is a must for adults and children alike. At 135 m high, it goes without saying that the views from this giant Ferris wheel are incredible.
For an even more exceptional experience, I recommend a visit at sunset. You'll enjoy a wonderful moment to share with the whole family.
If you want to save a little on admission, I recommend booking this experience online. You'll be charged :
- 24,50 £ per adult
- 22 £ for children over 3
Free admission for children under 3 years of age
London with children: discover the dinosaurs of Crystal Palace Park
Crystal Palace Park, in South London, is home to an extraordinary collection of statues depicting dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals.
These were built in the 1850s by Victorian sculptor Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins.
These were the world's first attempts to create life-size, scientifically accurate models of animals known only from fossils.
Children will love being transported back to prehistoric times and walk among the dinosaurs.
The V&A Museum of Childhood
The V&A Museum of Childhood in Bethnal Green, in London's East End, is a branch of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
It contains the national collections on childhood and introduces the public to childhood experiences.
The site offers :
- Children's clothing
- LEGO
- Doll's houses
- Games
You'll also be able to enjoy constantly evolving exhibits and interactive experiences so that all children feel happy here.
London with children: London Zoo ZSL
It's the world's oldest zoo, located in the heart of London. In the 1830s, a display of animals took place in the Tower of Londonwhich was eventually transferred to the zoo!
It is home to many animals, including :
- Lions
- Tigers
- Gorillas
- Reptiles
- An aquarium.
The venue organizes special late-night events, zoo trips and "animal encounter" experiences.
As far as admission is concerned, you should allow :
- 25 £ per adult
- 19,50 £ per child over 3
Admission is free for children under 3.
A stroll through Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens offers a wide range of activities for children. Here you can :
- Seeing through a bird's eyes
- Living like an otter
- Befriend giants.
From the tropics to the desert, explore this natural area in a single day and discover the wonders of nature.
There are also :
- An indoor playground called Climbers and Creepers
- A log trail
- Arboretums
- A beehive offering a sound and light show
It's a great way to spend an exceptional day discovering a wide range of on your trip to London.
As far as prices are concerned, you should allow for :
- 12 £ per adult
- 4,50 £ per child over 4
London with children : Kidzania
Westfield London is home to the magical world of KidZania. Let your little one become a firefighter or surgeon at KidZania London during this half-day experience.
This is the first educational entertainment experience in the UK where children can acquire concrete skills in a city their size.
Watch the excitement on their faces as they explore over 60 unique and exciting professions through real-life role-playing adventures in a fun environment.
The perfect place for them to release their excess energy.
Entrance fees are as follows:
- From 18 £ for adults
- From 38 £ for children over 3
- 10 £ for children aged one to three
The science museum
The Science Museum's world-class collections bear witness to scientific, technological and medical advances from around the globe.
For kids, visit the Wonderlab. Inspired by the power of wonder, the Wonderlab enriches learning through specific themes such as :
- Forces
- Electricity
- Light
- Sound
- Material
- Space
- Mathematics
Enjoy live performances, live experiments at the Chemistry Bar, live lightning demonstrations on Tesla's giant coil and more. to help your little ones understand the mysteries of nature.
London with children: a walk in Hyde Park
Located in the heart of London, Hyde Park offers both events and plenty of quiet places to relax.
For children, you can enjoy :
- Wide open spaces
- A playground
- Soccer pitches
- Horseback riding
- Rental of a rowing boat or pedalo
Enough to keep them busy for a whole afternoon!
Spend some time at London's Sea Life aquarium
Explore the marine world at Sea Life London Aquarium on London's South Bank. You and your family can walk under the sea in the glass ocean tunnel.
You can also :
- Take a trip to Seahorse Kingdom
- Spot piranhas and crocodiles in Rainforest Adventure
- Admire the Shark Walk
To take advantage of this attraction, you will need :
- 27 £ for adults
- 24 £ for children over 3
There are plenty of places where you can take your children in London. During your visit, I recommend that you take advantage of each of them to share special moments with your little ones.
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