Looking for some family-friendly dinosaur fun in London? From lifelike animatronic giants to sleepovers at iconic museums, these prehistoric adventures are guaranteed to make memories.
Whether you’re a local family looking for something new or visiting London with kids, here are five epic dinosaur-themed experiences happening across the capital this summer.
Jurassic World: The Experience at Battersea Power Station
Step into the world of Jurassic World with this brand-new immersive experience at NEON, Battersea Power Station. Visitors can walk through the iconic Jurassic gates, meet life-sized dinosaurs like the Brachiosaurus and Velociraptor, and are encouraged to explore richly themed environments that bring the blockbuster films to life.
📍 Battersea Power Station | 🎟️ From £22.90 (children) / £28.90 (adults)
🔗 Book tickets here and use code use code YOUNGLONDONIST10 for 10% discount.
Perfect for: Older children, families, dinosaur movie fans
Dino Snores Sleepovers – Natural History Museum
Spend a night at the museum surrounded by fossils and fun! The Natural History Museum’s iconic sleepovers are back with two unique formats:
🧒 Dino Snores for Kids
Designed for children aged 7–11, this overnight adventure includes torch-lit trails, dino-themed activities, and breakfast under the famous blue whale.
📅 Upcoming Dates: 22 August, 20 September, 22 November and 20 December |🔗 More info & tickets
🍷 Dino Snores for Grown-Ups
A one-of-a-kind night out for adults featuring science shows, stand-up comedy, food, drink, and a chance to sleep among the exhibits.
📅 Upcoming Dates: 1 August and 18 October|📍 Natural History Museum, South Kensington
🔗 More info & tickets
Perfect for families, curious kids, adults seeking a quirky night out.
Dinosaur themed shows
London’s stages are coming alive with prehistoric performances this summer:
🎭 Dinosaurs Live! – Natural History Museum Tour
A dazzling new touring stage show from the Natural History Museum, featuring realistic dinosaurs that roam through millions of years of Earth’s history. Coming to London’s Alexandra Palace on the 15th, 16th and 17th of August. More info and bookings here.
🗣️ Teach Rex Live
This unique, interactive show uses life-like realistic dinosaurs, special effects and music to teach children about dinosaur anatomy and life as it was many million years ago. Children will be greeted by baby dinosaurs and will be invited to engage in plenty of educational activities, all delivered by teachers. The show is suitable for children of all ages (3+ recommended) and is extremely popular with adults too.
📅 Dates: 31 July and 21 August 2025 | 📍 Natural History Museum
🔗 More info & tickets
Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs
An immersive exhibition developed in partnership with Apple TV+, featuring 360-degree projections and storytelling that bring the prehistoric world to life. Suitable for all ages.
📅 until 2 November 2025 | 📍 Lightroom, King’s Cross Tickets: Available via Lightroom
Ideal for families, school groups, and anyone fascinated by dinosaurs and natural history.
Crystal Palace Dinosaurs
Discover some of the oldest dinosaur sculptures in the world at Crystal Palace Park. These Victorian-era statues may not be scientifically accurate, but they’re packed with charm and history.
Wander the Dinosaur Trail, enjoy the lakeside views, and learn about the history of paleontology in this unique outdoor museum. Perfect for history lovers, nature explorers, free family days out.
📍 Crystal Palace Park, South London |💸 Free to visit more info here.
The Lost Kingdom – Immersive Dino Experience
Step into a prehistoric world at The Lost Kingdom, an immersive exhibit featuring over 50 animatronic dinosaurs, educational zones, fossil digs, and photo ops. It’s a walk-through adventure where the past comes roaring back to life. Perfect for: Families, birthday parties, dinosaur fanatics
📅 Spring dates ongoing |📍 Various London locations📅 Summer dates ongoing
🎟️ Tickets from Fever (Use code YOUNGLONDONIST for 10% off) 🔗 Get tickets on Fever
🦕 Ready to Roar?
From digging for fossils to walking alongside lifelike raptors, London is bursting with dino-tastic experiences this spring. Whether you’re hunting for a half-term activity, planning a weekend adventure, or just looking to make the most of your visit to the city, these dinosaur-themed days out in London are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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