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London for Families
London abounds eclectic activities for adults… and also for kids. Whether you’re visiting during half term or just for a weekend, there’s plenty of things to do with your little ones that adults will enjoy as well. Head to Tate Modern’s Family Zone, ride a bike in Victoria Park and try a Tim Burton-themed Afternoon Tea.
Cool for kids: discover London as a family
Thinking of a family trip to London? Here’s where to head in Shoreditch and Islington.
London with kids on a budget
Keep kids keen in London with these free activities.
Visit the Harry Potter Studios
Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to the magical world of Harry Potter at Warner Bros Studios, within 1 hour of London.
A guide to Harry Potter’s London
Visit the film locations and other related addresses on a magical tour of London.
How to plan the ultimate family trip in London
For a stress-free stay and fun for all ages, head over to the South Bank.
London Eye Guide
Discover London as you’ve never seen it before from the top of the London Eye.
The London Zoo
Watch tigers and gorillas go about their daily business, test your mettle with creepy crawlies and take a walk on the wild side with playful lemurs.
London's Theatreland
See the musicals and premières everyone's been talking about - Theatreland's bright with neon lights and buzzing with expectation.
Hamleys
188-196 Regent St, Soho, London W1B 5BTStation Oxford Circus. Ouvert du lundi au vendredi de 10h00 à 21h00, le samedi de 9h30 à 21h00 et le dimanche de 12h00 à 18h00.
Natural History Museum
Cromwell Rd, London SW7Home to the finest collection of fascinating specimens, the Natural History Museum is incredibly famous and geared for kids for two (huge) reasons: Dippy, the cast of a full Diplodocus’ skeleton, and a giant, animatronic T-Rex. Need we say more?
Kensington Gardens
W2 2UHRun riot in the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground, with its pirate-ship centrepiece.
Tate Modern’s Family Facilities
Bankside, London SE1The international centre for contemporary art offers diverse activities adapted to younger visitors.
All exhibitions are free for under 12s, and installations such as audio kits, interactive screens and – our favourite – a drawing digital bar that projects sketches on the wall, will peak your children’s interest in no time.
Fun for all the family
Book a range of kids-friendly activities, from guided tours of the London Eye to fast-track entry to the Tower of London.
Where to stay
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