Things to Do in London with Kids & Teens – April 2026 (Easter Holidays Guide)
April in London is peak parenting cheat code.
You’ve got the Easter holidays, longer days, and a city packed with genuinely good things to do – from Easter egg hunts and immersive experiences to free museum days that actually hold kids’ attention.
Jump to a category: Easter Themed Activities | Free Easter Events | Theatre & Crafts | Free Museum Events | Immersive Experiences | Big Days Out | Something a Bit Different
Best Easter Egg Hunts & Seasonal Events
Cutty Sark Easter Egg Trail (Greenwich)
A really nice mix of learning and chocolate motivation. Kids explore the ship hunting for hidden eggs, each revealing a letter. Crack the code and head to the café under the hull for your reward – which, let’s be honest, is the main event.
It gives kids a proper reason to engage with the ship rather than just wandering around it.
When: 3–6 April
Best for: 5+
Time needed: 1–2 hours
Cost: Included with entry (from £11 under 4s free)
Swingers West End – Crazy Golf Family Easter Event
Crazy golf, crafts, egg hunts and a slightly more energetic atmosphere than your average kids’ activity.
It’s one of the few options that feels genuinely fun for adults as well.
When: Easter Monday
Best for: Ages 5+
Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
Cost: From ~£15–£20
Hampton Court Palace – Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt + Magic Garden
This is basically a full day out.
The Easter trail gets you exploring the gardens, but the real highlight is the Magic Garden – one of London’s best playgrounds, with towers, slides and loads of space to run wild.
History for you, chaos for them. Perfect balance.
When: 21 March – 12 April
Best for: 3–12
Time needed: Half to full day
Cost: Palace entry from £14.50 Under 5s free
London Zoo – Zoonormous Egg Hunt
If you’re doing an egg hunt, you may as well combine it with a proper day out.
Follow clues around the zoo, crack the code, and find the Golden Egg – all while seeing lions, monkeys and everything in between.
It’s big, busy, and not cheap, but it does deliver.
When: 28 March – 12 April
Best for: All ages
Time needed: 3–5 hours
Cost: Zoo entry from £19.40 (Travel by train to access 2FOR1 entry, which requires valid National Rail tickets and pre-booking)
RAF Museum – Easter Egg Hunt
A slightly different take on the usual Easter hunt.
Kids follow clues through real aircraft hangars, which adds a bit of scale and interest you don’t get elsewhere.
Good option if you want something less crowded and a bit more unusual.
When: 28 March – 12 April
Best for: 4+
Time needed: 2–3 hours
Cost: £5
National Trust Easter Trails
If you’re in London or heading out of town, these are always a safe bet.
Big outdoor spaces, structured trails and a slower pace – a nice contrast to the city.
When: Various dates
Best for: All ages
Time needed: 2–4 hours
Cost: ~£3–£5 + admission
Free Easter Events in London
St Katharine Docks Easter Hunt (FREE)
A really lovely central London option that feels a bit more relaxed than the big-ticket attractions.
Kids can follow an Easter trail around the docks, with craft activities and egg decorating often running alongside. The waterside setting makes it feel like a bit of a mini escape from the city.
Good for pairing with a walk along the Thames or a Tower Bridge visit.
When: Easter Egg Hunt: 4 – 5 April. Easter Activities: 30 March – 12 April
Where: Coronarium
Best for: Younger kids
Time needed: 1–2 hours
Cost: FREE
Hyde Park Spring Discovery Days (FREE)
A simple but lovely outdoor option.
Pond dipping, nature hunts and hands-on activities that feel more like play than learning.
When: 31 March – 2 April
Best for: Younger kids
Time needed: 1–2 hours
Cost: FREE
For handy info on other London Parks see our guide below.
Bank of England Museum – Easter Activities (FREE)
A surprisingly strong free option in central London.
There’s a structured trail plus crafts and interactive elements, which helps keep kids focused without it feeling too “museum-y”. It’s also compact, so you won’t be stuck there all day.
When: 30 March – 10 April
Best for: Ages 5+
Time needed: 1–1.5 hours
Cost: FREE
Horniman Museum Spring Fair (FREE)
Old-school fun done properly.
Think fete games, music, face painting and a proper community atmosphere. Add in the Horniman gardens and you’ve got a really easy, feel-good day out. To find out all the things to do at Horniman Museum visit our page.
When: 11 April
Best for: All ages
Time needed: 2–4 hours
Cost: FREE
Theatre, Shows & Creative Activities
Polka Theatre (Wimbledon)
Always a safe bet if you want something well-made and genuinely engaging.
- We’re Going on a Bear Hunt (3–7) is warm, familiar and beautifully done
- The Shivers (7–11) is faster, funnier and a bit more thought-provoking
They also run workshops, so you can turn it into more than just a quick theatre trip.
When: 25 March – 12 April
Best for: Ages 3–11
Cost: From ~£12–£20
Time needed: 1–2 hours (show) / Half day with workshops
For lots more theatre ideas and Kid Reviews for younger kids click below
Postal Museum – The Jolly Postman
A really nice mix of creativity and play.
Kids design their own story envelope using proper materials, then you’ve got the Mail Rail ride, play space and interactive galleries to explore afterwards.
It’s one of those places that works particularly well for younger kids.
When: 7–12 April
Best for: Ages 3+
Time needed: 2–3 hours
Cost: Included with admission (~£16 adults / £10 kids)
The Boy at the Back of the Class (Theatre)
A genuinely lovely piece of theatre with a bit more depth than your average kids’ show.
It tells the story of a young refugee and his classmates’ plan to help him, balancing humour with some big emotional moments. It’s warm, funny and quietly powerful – the kind of show that sparks conversation afterwards.
When: 7–12 April
Best for: Ages 7+
Time needed: ~1.5 hours
From: £16
Diversity – Live Show (One Night Only)
High-energy dance with a proper wow factor.
Diversity mix big choreography with themes around technology and humanity, but you don’t need to overthink it – it’s exciting, visual and easy to enjoy. Kids tend to be hooked from the start, especially if they’re into dance.
The fact it’s a one-night event makes it feel a bit more special.
When: 11 April
Best for: Ages 5+
Time needed: ~2 hours
From: £34.90
For more ideas on shows for older kids and teens click the image below.
Brilliant Free Museums for Kids
Science Museum – Space Events
One of the strongest free line-ups this Easter.
You’ve got live science shows (with a bit of fire and chaos), space-themed talks, and hands-on demos – including the ever-popular explanation of how astronauts go to the toilet.
It’s busy, but for good reason. Visit our Science Museum page for top tips.
When: 28 March – 12 April
Best for: All ages
Time needed: 2–3 hours
Cost: Free (some ticketed elements)
London Transport Museum – Future London
A good mix of creative and practical.
Kids can imagine what London might look like in 2126 and design their own transport ideas. Visit the London Transport Museum Depot on 1 April for a guided Family Tour to explore items not usually displayed in the Covent Garden museum.
It’s slightly more thoughtful than some of the other activities, which works well for older kids. Check out our FAQs here.
When: 28 March – 12 April
Best for: Ages 5–12
Time needed: 2–3 hours
Cost: Included with admission (~£24 adults, kids free)
Immersive Experiences
LEGO® Botanicals Building Experience – London Eye
This is a really clever twist on the classic London Eye visit.
Instead of just going up and down, you’re building your own LEGO flower display while you’re up there – guided by a host who points out London’s best spring views as you go. You get two rotations, so it doesn’t feel rushed, and you leave with something you’ve actually made.
It’s calm, creative, and a bit more special than your standard tourist attraction.
When: 11 April – 4 May (selected dates)
Best for: Ages 6+
Time needed: ~1 hour
Cost: £5
Paddington Bear Experience (South Bank)
A genuinely polished immersive experience.
You move through different themed rooms, meet characters and take part in interactive activities, with an Easter version adding an egg hunt and themed extras.
It’s slick, well-paced and lands well across a wide age range.
When: Daily (Easter enhancements 28 March – 12 April)
Best for: Ages 4+
Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
Cost: From ~£34 + £15 Easter add-on
Paddington mad? Watch our KidRaters review of Paddington the Musical here.
Luminarium: Myriad (Woolwich Works)
A walk-through structure filled with colour, light and winding spaces.
It’s calm, slightly surreal, and very different from the usual London attractions. Kids tend to treat it like an adventure playground, while adults quietly enjoy the atmosphere.
When: 2–6 April
Best for: All ages
Time needed: 20–30 minutes
Cost: ~£8
Quiz Room (Shoreditch)
A fast-paced, game show-style experience.
You buzz in, compete, and answer questions across different topics – somewhere between Family Fortunes and a pub quiz.
Particularly good for teens or families with a competitive streak.
When: Ongoing (bookable slots)
Best for: Ages 8+ / teens
Time needed: ~1 hour
Cost: From ~£25 per person
Zippo’s Circus
Classic circus energy with a modern twist.
It’s colourful, lively and doesn’t require a full-day commitment, which makes it a good option to slot into a busy week.
When: Throughout April (check dates)
Where: Blackheath, East Ham, Tooting
Best for: All ages
Time needed: ~2 hours
Cost: From ~£15–£25
Big Days Out (Worth the Effort)
LEGOLAND Windsor – Easter Event
A full theme park day with Easter-themed extras layered in.
Expect lots of rides, plenty of queues, and very tired children by the end – in a good way.
Check out Legoland FAQs here.
When: 28 March – 12 April
Best for: Ages 3–12
Time needed: Full day
Cost: From ~£34
Alton Towers – Bluey Ride
Yes, a Bluey rollercoaster.
Brilliant for younger kids, but there’s plenty here to keep older ones entertained too if you’re making the journey.
When: From 28 March
Best for: All ages (especially younger kids + teens)
Time needed: Full day
Cost: From ~£39
Decide which Theme Park is best for you using our handy guide.
Something a Bit Different
Sticks’n’Sushi Kids Masterclass
Kids learn to make sushi with proper guidance from chefs.
It’s hands-on, a bit messy, and they get to eat what they’ve made at the end – which definitely helps.
When: Various dates in April
Best for: Ages 8–12
Time needed: ~1.5 hours
Cost: From £40
Barbican Family Film Club
A reliable, low-effort option.
Saturday morning screenings that are easy, affordable and ideal if the weather turns or everyone needs a bit of a reset. Plus you could tag on a visit to the Conservatory – the second biggest one in London. For all the info on Barbican visit our page.
When: Every Saturday
Best for: All ages
Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
Cost: ~£5–£8
Very Hungry Caterpillar Trail at Walthamstow Wetlands
A Hungry Caterpillar themed outdoor trail with puzzles and spotting activities. Trail map included with 8 trail points featuring UK birds + insects.
When: 21 March – 30 June
Best for: Under 8s
Time needed: 1–2 hours
Cost: Paid
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