Browse our hand picked activities and events all around London that are suitable for young people and their families. For our selection of London theatre and performing arts shows for children and families please visit our Theatre & Dance page. Keep up to date with more family-friendly fun by following us on Instagram.
In the Dark is back in London with a new show: PULSE
This original concept (no sight, just sound) brings together everything that the audience loves: rhythm, sound movement and a listening experience like no other.
Pollenarium is the newest art from Luke Jerram and it is free to experience for one day only at Barking Riverside on 12 September.
This extraordinary sculpture explores how it feels to have a bee’s view of East London. This experience is part of Emerge East free on day festival.
- Inside Aardman: Wallace & Gromit and Friends is at the Young V&A Museum until 15 November. Tickets £11. You can come back to visit as many times as you like with your entry ticket.
Timewalk Exhibition is a fully immersive journey through twelve thousand years of human history. Explore the civilisations of the Maya, Babylon, Ancient Egypt, Rapa Nui and Göbeklitepe in a once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience for all generations. Featuring stunning 360° environments, cutting-edge spatial audio and an original orchestral score, this multisensory journey is narrated by David Schofield and Olivia Williams and designed by more than 250 award-winning immersive artists, designers and composers. 20% off for under 15 years old.
Childhood in War at the Imperial War Museum is the first exhibition dedicated to the impact of war on young people from the First World War to today. Free to explore and packed with interesting and poignant facts this major event is a reminder for all of us of how impactful war can be on children’s lives. Ends Feb 2027.
Hop aboard the Peppa Pig Afternoon Tea London Sightseeing Bus Tour from Brigit’s Bakery for a fun-filled ride through London’s most iconic sights. With sweet treats, entertainment, and plenty of family fun, it’s an experience little ones won’t forget. Tickets from £37
Henry Moore: Monumental Nature, at Kew Gardens is the largest outdoor presentation of Moore’s iconic sculptures. Running until the end of January 2027, this brilliant outdoor display is fresh, timely, and incredibly fun for visitors of all ages. Tickets from £10.
Go Ape is back at Alexandra Palace! This urban escapade serves up all the monkey business you’d expect from Go Ape, topped off with the thrill of a famous London views. Tickets from £23.95
The London Transport Museum has just released a fresh batch of tickets for its award-winning Hidden London tours, running until September 2026. Whether you’re a film buff, a history geek, or just looking for a truly “cool” (literally, it’s chilly down there!) summer activity, these tours offer a perspective of the city you simply can’t find on Google Maps. Have a look at the full list here.
Babylon Park is London’s first-ever underground theme park Spreading over two floors, this unique space is packed with exciting rides, awesome arcade games, and the city’s only indoor rollercoaster. Fun for all ages! Tickets £30.
The Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour at the Shakespeare’s Globe is the monthly spooky guided tour that tells the story of ghosts, spirits and chilling happenings inspired from Shakespeare’s most scary plays. Tours runs until 31 October. Tickets £20.
Singing, stories and crafts for under 5s at London Transport Museum! Experience the city through a journey with the ‘Underground Mouse,’ ‘Kayla the Kestrel,’ and the ‘Canteen Queen’ in this 45minutes of craft and interactive singing and storytelling. Free session with museum admission. Tickets offer free return day-time entry for a year.
The London loo tour! This family friendly tour is a fun way to explore London through the history of toilets. From the earliest Roman latrines to the life achievements of our very own Thomas Crapper, and the future of flushing, your guide will take you on a whirlwind tour through the history of Britain’s public toilets.
Moco Museum – Perfect destination for contemporary art. From Yayoi Kusama and Andy Warhol to Banksy, this friendly museum is the perfect place to explore art and creativity. Tickets £22.95.
The Paddington Bear Experience is a delightful journey with plenty of sensory delights and surprises! Tickets from £34. More info and bookings here.
Meet real astronomers, try your hand at landing a Mars rover, use a starlight splitter and step inside an awe-inspiring ‘galaxy box’ to find out just how amazing our Universe is at Astronomers Take Over. Tickets from £8.
Have a look at our theatre and dance page to see our selection of family friendly shows.