Shrek’s Adventure
County Hall Riverside Building Westminster Bridge Rd London SE1 7PB
10am - 3pm (varies)
Nearest Tube: Waterloo or Westminster
75 mins
4 - 12 years
https://www.euansguide.com/venues/shreks-adventure-london-16635
from £28pp
Based on 9 reviews
‘ We recently visited Dreamworks Shrek’s Adventure with our 5 year old daughter and had a great time. The experience is well-structured, taking you through a series of themed rooms guided by live actors who do a fantastic job keeping both kids and adults engaged. The production quality is impressive - immersive sets, clever storytelling, and fun interactions with familiar Shrek characters. The dim lighting, loud sound effects, and immersive atmosphere were too intense for our 2-year-old, who got frightened early on and had to leave with my husband. For the right age group (website recommends 6+), it’s a magical and entertaining experience that brings the world of Shrek to life.’
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About Shrek’s Adventure
Shrek’s Adventure! London is a laugh-out-loud, all-indoors fairy tale romp packed with live actors, 4D rides, swampy surprises and Donkey-fuelled chaos. Best for kids aged 4–12, it’s silly, magical and brilliantly bonkers. Book ahead—it’s a South Bank favourite for birthdays, rainy days and full-family fun.
Top tip from the KidRated Team:
Book a combo Merlin ticket. You can bundle Shrek’s Adventure with SEA LIFE, the London Eye or even the London Dungeon. It saves money and turns one fun outing into a full-blown family adventure along the South Bank.
Quick Inspiration
It’s perfect for kids aged 4–12. Some parts might be loud or dark, so it’s less ideal for toddlers.
Around 75 minutes – just the right length for mini attention spans.
It’s more silly than scary, though younger or sensitive kids might find a few scenes a bit intense.
Not during the show, but there’s a fun themed area at the end for pics with loads of characters from Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Madagascar and more. Posing with Donkey? Non-negotiable.
Wheelchair users are welcome, but accessible slots are limited – book in advance. Buggies need to be left in a buggy park.
Yes – tickets often sell out, especially during holidays and weekends.
No café inside, but the South Bank is packed with food stalls, restaurants and sweet treats just outside.
Only if they’re game for a bit of fairy tale mayhem – it’s loud, lively and seating is limited.
Tons! The London Eye, SEA LIFE, Jubilee Gardens, Southbank Centre and London Dungeon are all a short walk away.
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‘I loved seeing Sleeping Beauty, she was so funny and kept falling asleep, even when she was talking! And Pinocchio made me laugh when his nose grew. My best bit was helping the Muffin Man with his magic potion. We went into lots of rooms and met different people who told us what to do to help find Shrek. It was like a big story and we were in it! The very best part was at the end when I got to see Shrek!‘ - Mabel (5)