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Things to see and do with kids in London

London is a great city to explore with children. On a clear day, take the kids for a ride on one of the hop-on hop-off topless buses. The constantly changing scenery is exciting and it'll save a lot of energy trying to walk the streets with small children in tow. The bus tickets also allow a Thames River boat ride past such sights as Westminster, Big Ben, the London Eye and London Bridge. Kids will be delighted at the amount there is to spot along the way.

While obvious holiday attractions for kids in London include the London Eye, Big Ben and the London Dungeon, there are also an assortment of parks, museums and shows to keep children happy. Whether children are interested in nature, science or arts and crafts, London has it all.

Madame Tussauds is fun and children will love discovering the famous wax sculptures. Don't miss taking the kids to the world-renowned Hamleys Toy Shop for a shopping experience to remember.

London may be synonymous with cold, rainy weather but is still a year-round holiday destination. It is at its best during spring (April to June), when the days are warm, and the flowers are blooming.

Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds is the most famous wax museum gallery in the world, with more than 400 life-sized models of stars, famous politicians, royals and sportsmen, as well as the most infamous criminals the world has known. Inside the Museum the 'Spirit of London' ride...  see full details

London Eye

At 443ft (135m) tall, and weighing more than 250 double-decker buses, the London Eye is the most spectacular new addition to London’s skyline. With incredible views of most of London’s major attractions, and an opportunity to put the city’s geography into perspective, it is...  see full details

London Dungeon

Take a trip through London’s dark and gruesome history, meet Jack the Ripper and see what became of his victims, or see the chaos and destruction caused by the great fire of London. The London Dungeon brings history’s most notorious killers and evildoers back...  see full details

City Farms

There are a number of city farms that offer the perfect day out for children in London, giving them the opportunity to learn about nature in a fun environment. Deen City Farm offers pony rides, scavenger hunts and supervised water-fights for kids to...  see full details

London Parks and Gardens

London has a number of beautiful parks and gardens where children can play outdoors while their parents relax. A picnic lunch and a blanket can make this a very enjoyable day out. Richmond, St James' and Green Park are home to lots of...  see full details

Museums for Kids

There are ample child-friendly museums in London, featuring children's activities, educational facilities and fun displays. The Natural History Museum and the Science Museum have dinosaur bones, an earthquake simulator and a Moon landing module to entertain kids, the Victoria & Albert Museum offers 'Free...  see full details

London Bus Tour

Children can be taken to view all the major sightseeing attractions in London on a big, red double-decker bus. Depending on the route selected, kids can marvel at such impressive structures as Big Ben, the London Eye, Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London,...  see full details

West End Kids' Shows

There are a plenty of child-friendly musicals and shows playing on London's West End for families with kids to attend. Some West End favourites include The Lion King, Aladdin and Potted Pirates, best enjoyed with tons of ice-cream, fizzy drinks and popcorn! ...  see full details

Hamleys

Children will love coming to this world-renowned toy store in the heart of London on famous Regent Street. Hamleys is one of the world's largest toy stores, with 6 floors of magical, cutting edge toys and games, drawing over 5-million visitors each year....  see full details

London Zoo

Boasting a plethora of exciting, cute and fuzzy animals and over 750 species, the London Zoo is a must for all children and animal lovers. Kids will love the brand new Animal Adventure where they can climb, touch, tunnel and splash their way...  see full details

Science Museum

Perfect for inquisitive children, the Science Museum will captivate, educate and thrill kdis of all ages. Featuring dozens of state-of-the-art exhibits, the Science Museum also features a 3D IMAX Theatre. ...  see full details

Chessington World of Adventures

Located in south-west London, Chessington World of Adventures is a theme park and zoo catering to children of all ages. Featuring four roller coasters and two water slides, this theme park is best visited during the summer months. The zoo however is open...  see full details

Alexandra Palace Ice Rink

Kids love nothing more than a bit of ice-skating and the Alexandra Palace Ice Rink is just the place to do that while on holiday in London. Children will love the rink here and public skating sessions, figure skating classes and ice hockey...  see full details