An Insider’s Guide To Visiting The Best Of London With Kids – Attractions That Rock!
Ten Don't-Miss Attractions Kids And Parents Will Love!
An enigmatic city of culture, color, and contrasts, London attracts around 30 million visitors each year, with hordes of eager travelers descending upon the Tower of London, The Natural History Museum ,and Buckingham Palace every day.
Beyond these iconic attractions, the UK capital boasts plenty more offbeat experiences, from the local nature reserve and working farm Mudchute Park to immersive experiences like Bubble Planet, where giant ball pools and infinity rooms await. Oh, and we couldn’t resist mentioning the world’s largest candy store, M&M’s World at Leicester Square! Get some cool ideas for your next trip to London with the Little Steps’ guide to one of Europe’s most vibrant and much-loved cities!
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CORAM'S FIELDS
An Adventure Playground In The Heart Of The CityAn oasis nestled in London's literary epicentre Bloomsbury, Coram's Fields comprises of a toddler and adventure playground, large sandpit, duck pond, pet's corner and café. This tranquil play haven was built on the former site of Thomas Coram’s Foundling Hospital for unwanted babies, and continues to protect children by enforcing a strict policy that only permits adults to enter if accompanied by a child.
Coram's Fields, 93 Guildford Street, Bloomsbury, London, www.coramsfields.org
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M&M's WORLD
Visit The Biggest Candy Store In The World!The world's biggest candy store is the closest you'll get to living out those Charlie and the Chocolate Factory fantasies. Spanning 35,000 square feet, the main highlight of this buzzy, vibrant space is a giant wall of chocolate where you can create your very own custom mix of M&Ms from 100 choices. Kids will go mad for the merchandise, including plush toys, clothing, bedding and kitchenware.
M&M's World, Swiss Court, 1 Leicester Square, London, www.mmsworld.com
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HOXTON STREET MONSTER SUPPLIES
A Playful Shop For Wannabe Wizards And WitchesThis quirky emporium wouldn't seem out of place in Harry Potter's Diagon Alley. Cast your eyes over their neatly stacked shelves of edible treats, which include Banshee Balls (throat sweets), Cubed Earwax (clotted cream fudge) and Thickest Human Snot (lemon cheese). Along with spooky T-shirts and stationery, they make brilliant gifts for any young witch or wizard in training.
Hoxton Street Monster Supplies, 159 Hoxton Street, Shoreditch, London, +44 207 729 4159, www.monstersupplies.org
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MUDCHUTE PARK AND FARM
Visit A Working Farm In The UK CapitalA working farm in London? Yes - it actually exists! Set in 32 acres, this unexpected patch of countryside on the Isle of Dogs is a fun and friendly day out for all the family, with the chance to get up close to pigs, sheep, goats, alpacas, donkeys, cows and chickens. Join in the regular craft sessions and if you've worked up an appetite, tuck into homemade meals at the Mudchute Kitchen.
Mudchute Park & Farm, Pier Street, Isle of Dogs, London, www.mudchute.org
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SKY GARDEN
Check Out London's Highest Garden - For Free!Unbeknown to many, there is a public garden right on the uppermost floors of London's iconic Fenchurch Building, nicknamed "The Walkie Talkie" because of its distinct shape. Offering breathtaking, uninterrupted 360-degree views of the London skyline, this lush oasis is awash with exotic flowering plants and features several drinking and dining options including Italian eatery Larch Restaurant. Sky Garden is free to visit but we recommend booking your 90-minute slot at least three days in advance.
Sky Garden, 20 Fenchurch Street, City of London, London, skygarden.london
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LONDON BRIDGE EXPERIENCE & LONDON TOMBS
Terrifying Historical Fun For Tweens And TeensDive into this real life Horrible Histories, and be repulsed by gruesome tales of murder, death and torture reenacted within recreated historical settings. Descend into the forbidding London Tombs – it once housed a plague pit – for a spot of terrifying fun, and run past unspeakable horrors and the creepy crawlies that prowl through the darkness. Best for over 11s.
The London Bridge Experience & London Tombs, 2-4 Tooley Street, City of London, www.thelondonbridgeexperience.com
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THE GEFFRYE, MUSEUM OF THE HOME
See How Londoners Used To LiveAlready been to the Natural History Museum to frolic with dinosaurs and The British Museum to see the mummies? For something a little different, drop by the charming Geffrye Museum to take a fascinating trip back in time. Walk through galleries resembling English interiors in the last 400 years and catch a glimpse of how Londoners once lived. Special kids workshops run on the weekend.
The Geffrye, 136 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch, London, www.geffrye-museum.org.uk
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MAGICAL AFTERNOON TEA FOR KIDS @ VINTRY & MERCER HOTEL
Tuck Into A Spellbinding Culinary ExperienceAfternoon tea is a British institution but most hotels and restaurants are often too stiff for kids. Not so at Vintry & Mercer Hotel, which offers the family-friendly Magic of Afternoon Tea (and the the Wizard's Afternoon Tea for kids). Fiendishly delicious bites include the Witch's Owl (white chocolate owl and blueberry macaron) and a 'Box of Bones' filled with chocolate soil. Fancy a spooky cocktail? Choose from the Magical Tea Pot-tails menu, which includes Witches' Brew (Bourbon, mango syrup, chill, lemon and Earl Grey) among other tipples.
Vintry & Mercer Hotel, 20 Garlick Hill, London, www.vintryandmercer.com
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DISCOVER CHILDREN'S STORY CENTRE
Let Your Kid Create Their Own Tale!Discover is a unique venue where children can embark on a story journey, facilitated by costumed characters on hand to help them craft their own tales. Dress-up kits, drawing materials and the Story Garden all fuel young imaginations. There's also a cafe and a shop selling picture books and toys. Parents take note: Discover is right next to Westfield Stratford City Mall.
Discover Children's Story Centre, 383-387 Stratford High Street, Stratford, London, www.discover.org.uk
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ENGAGE ALL THE SENSES AT BUBBLE PLANET
Step Inside A Colorful, Surreal Bubbly WorldVoyage through fantastical, pastel landscapes designed to appeal to all five senses at Bubble Planet, where experiences include an LED Room designed to emulate an underwater world, an Infinity Room with continuous bubbly illusions and VR, a virtual space where you can immerse fully yourself into a magical bubbly planet.
Bubble Planet, 22 Fulton Road, Wembley, London, https://bubble-planet.com
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