Visiting London with Your Child

Packed with entertainment, London is a city that appeals to children and adults alike. It can provide fun, fascination and education, all rolled into one. Kids will love the wide choice of etertainment — and it’s not just children that will enjoy these activities and places of interest: adults will be delighted, too!

The London Zoo. With thirty-six acres of conservation space, this Zoo, based in Camden Town, is home to an array of exotic animals and wildlife, including lions, tigers, fish, birds, reptiles, insects, gorillas and bears. There are many daily activities designed for kids, such as tours of the Zoo, games and playtimes. There is even a grade one listed penguin pool.

Imax Cinema. Located at the Science Museum in South Kensington, the Imax offers both 2-D and 3-D films. The pictures come to life in front of your kids’ eyes, making them feel as though they are actually part of the feature.

The Sherlock Holmes Museum. This museum, dedicated to the characters written about by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is located at one of the most famous addresses in London: 221B Baker Street. Stepping into this museum is like stepping back into Victorian times. The kids will love to learn more about super-sleuth Holmes and his faithful assistant Watson.

The London Aquarium. Based on the South Bank, the London Aquarium will provide your kids with an opportunity to learn about marine-life, and to see many fascinating species of sea creature. Captivating and educational, it is the perfect place to help children learn more about nature and evolution.

Pollock’s Toy Museum. As soon as they hear the name of this museum, your kids may be screaming to visit it — and they won’t be disappointed, either! The museum has a wide variety of toys on display, including dolls and doll houses, optical and mechanical toys, and rocking horses. During school holidays, there are also live toy theatre performances, which will make the experience even more enjoyable and unforgettable for your kids.

The Royal Air Force Museum. If your children are interested in aircraft, they will love this place. The museum will teach your kids about the history and current state of aviation, from wartime bombers and Spitfires to modern military aircraft and jets.

Madame Tussaud’s. Kids will be thrilled to discover life-size waxworks of their favorite stars, perfect in every detail: from singers like Kylie and Madonna, to actors like Schwarzenegger. There is also a darker side to this place, where horror stars like Freddy Krueger come to life… From dignitaries and royals to celebrities and murderers, Madame Tussaud’s holds a combination of the star-studded and the macabre.

With such a great choice of things to see and do, the kids will not get bored in London!