Indoor Activities
Rain or shine, London’s packed with brilliant indoor activities for kids, teens, and families. From immersive museums and trampoline parks to epic escape rooms and arty workshops, there’s plenty to keep everyone smiling. Whether you’ve got energetic toddlers or hard-to-please teens, we’ve got the lowdown on London’s best indoor spots, with real reviews from real kids. Ideal for half-term, wet weekends, or just keeping them entertained and dry.
Lee Valley VeloPark
Lee Valley VeloPark is a brilliant spot for biking families, with tracks and trails for all ages and abilities. From...
WeJam
At WeJam, kids become the stars of their own band – playing drums, keys, guitar and more in a real...
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...
Up At The O2
Up at The O2 is perfect for thrill-seeking families with older kids and teens. Climb the iconic roof with expert...
Swingers West End
Swingers Crazy Golf is like your wildest birthday party and a street food market had a baby – and we...
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
SEA LIFE London is a brilliant indoor adventure full of sharks, stingrays, jellyfish and hands-on marine fun. Walk through glass...
VRXtra Kingston
VRXtra Kingston is a next-level virtual reality arena packed with games, escape rooms and multiplayer mayhem. From zombie battles to...
Bat & Ball
Bat and Ball is ping pong with attitude – perfect for energetic kids, teens and competitive parents. With music, food,...
London Dungeon
The London Dungeon is a spooky, funny, and slightly gory journey through 1,000 years of London’s darkest history. With live...
British Museum
Step into centuries of history at the British Museum, where families can explore ancient artifacts and world treasures. Kids love...
Mamma Mia!
Get ready for sunshine, sequins, and non-stop ABBA anthems! Mamma Mia! brings a feel-good story, glittery costumes, and laugh-out-loud moments...
London Transport Museum Depot
Fancy stepping off the tourist trail and into a giant, working garage full of real trains, buses and trams? That’s...
Royal Albert Hall
The Royal Albert Hall is a stunning London icon that’s surprisingly perfect for families. Enjoy a fun, family-friendly tour, grab...
Lee Valley Ice Centre
Lee Valley Ice Centre is East London’s go-to spot for family skating fun. With two rinks, penguin skate aids, disco...
Wembley Stadium
The Wembley Stadium Tour is a top pick for footie-mad kids and curious grown-ups alike. Explore the players’ tunnel, dressing...
Household Cavalry Museum
The Household Cavalry Museum is a brilliant behind-the-scenes peek at royal soldiers and their horses. Try on real kit, watch...
RAF Museum
The RAF Museum in Hendon is a soaring hit for families who love planes, buttons and big “vroom” energy. With...
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is a royally good family day out, with Tudor history, ghost stories, and a brilliant hedge maze....
London Bridge Experience
The London Bridge Experience is a thrilling mix of creepy history and live-action scares—perfect for brave tweens and fearless teens....
V&A East Storehouse
V&A East Storehouse is like stepping into the V&A’s secret attic – but with permission. Kids and teens can peek...
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Canalway Cavalcade
Canalway Cavalcade is a brilliant, boat-filled festival in Little Venice every May Bank Holiday. Expect floating homes, food stalls, music,...
Theme Parks
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