23 things to do with kids in London this April 2025
Come rain or shine, these family days out in London will keep little kids (and even big ones!) entertained this April
Parents, we know you're definitely on top of things. But, just in case you've forgotten, the Easter Holidays are this month.
With all that time off school, not to mention weekends and the fact that the sun is starting to creep out from behind the clouds, you're best off coming up with a few plans for you and the family.
So, if you're London-based, these are some of the best indoor and outdoor experiences to do with your little ones.
From outdoor adventures that will certainly stretch the muscles (Go Ape, anyone?) to indoor tours that will keep your kids interested and protect you from potential showers, this list has got you sorted.
We're especially pleased with the number of beloved children's characters we've managed to squeeze in, including Paddington, Peppa Pig, and Harry Potter.
Top 10 best things to do with kids in London at a glance
- London Zoo, from £27.70
- The Paddington Bear Experience, from £40.63
- Peppa Pig Afternoon Bus tour, from £66
- Madam Tussauds, from £29
- Go Ape Junior Treetop Adventure, from £23.95
- Thames Rocket Speedboat Ride, from £132
- Harry Potter Studios, from £119
- Minecraft Experience, from £26.50
- Matilda the Musical, from £23
- Up at the O2 Climb, from £89
Best things to do with kids in London for April 2025
London Zoo
- Suitable for: All ages
London Zoo is a classic day out, with dozens of enclosures and wildlife dens to explore. It's a full day out for families, and there are a ton of animal experiences to book on to.
Buy London Zoo tickets from £27.70 at London Zoo
The Paddington Bear Experience
- Suitable for: All ages
The Paddington Bear experience is an immersive journey into the beloved character's world located on London's Southbank. Families can explore everything from the Peruvian jungle he comes from, to the Brown’s house at No. 32 Windsor Gardens, plus there are more than a few marmalade sandwiches around.
- Buy the Paddington Bear Experience tickets from £40.63 at Ticketmaster
- Buy the Paddington Bear Experience group tickets from £116 at BuyaGift
Children's sushi masterclass
- Suitable for: 7+
If you want to foster a budding young chef, this sushi masterclass by Inamo is the way to go.
Buy Children's sushi masterclass for £40 £24.95 at Virgin Experience Days
Go Ape Junior Treetop Adventure
- Suitable for: 4+
London has two Go Ape locations: Battersea Park and Alexandra Palace. Both are adrenaline-fuelled adventures that allow you to climb trees, swing from ropes and fly down ziplines.
- Buy Go Ape Junior Treetop Adventure at Alexandra Palace from £23.95 at Go Ape
- Buy Go Ape Junior Treetop Adventure at Battersea Park from £28.95 at Go Ape
Emirates Family Stadium Tour
- Suitable for: All ages
Any Arsenal fans out there? The Emirates Stadium tour will show your little one their favourite team like they've never seen it before. With an inside look at changing rooms, press boxes and a glittering trophy cabinet.
- Buy Emirates Family Stadium Tour tickets from £22 at Arsenal
- Buy Emirates Family Stadium Tour tickets from £26 at Virgin Experience Days
Peppa Pig Afternoon Bus Tour
- Suitable for: 2+
Hop on board the Peppa Pig bus for a sumptuous (and very pink) afternoon tea complete with dozens of sweet treats and snacks. All the while, you'll be whizzing past the sights and sounds of London.
Buy Peppa Pig Afternoon Bus tour from £66 at Virgin Experience Days
Shrek's Adventure
- Suitable for: All ages
Shrek's Adventure brings the fairy-tale to life as you trail through Shrek's stinky swamp and into the lands of Puss in Boots, Rumpelstiltskin and more.
Buy Shrek's Adventure tickets from £21 at Shrek's Adventure
Madam Tussauds
- Suitable for: All ages
Another classic London attraction. Madame Tussauds is packed with iconic wax works of celebrities and fictional figures alike. You can explore rooms full of superheroes, the Chamber of Horrors and more.
Buy Madam Tussauds tickets from £29 at Madame Tussauds
The Tower of London
- Suitable for: 5+
Experience all the history and grandeur of the Tower of London. Families can see remarkable features like the White Tower, Traitors’ Gate, and the home of the Crown Jewels.
Buy The Tower of London tour tickets from £35.80 at Viator
Science Museum
- Suitable for: All ages
The best thing about the Science Museum is that it's free to enter. The next best thing is that it's packed with interesting exhibitions and interactive moments – ideal for sparking your child's interest in STEM.
The London Eye
- Suitable for: All ages
The London Eye is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, so why not mark it with a visit? While also showing your child one of the city's most iconic setting.
Buy The London Eye tickets from £33 at London Eye
Sherlock the Official Live Game
Sherlock the live game
- Suitable for: 10+ (children aged 7+ are welcome with parent discretion)
If you have a young Sherlock fan, or an amateur detective in your midst, the Sherlock escape room is the perfect day out.
Buy Sherlock the Official Live Game tickets from £35 at Fever
SEALIFE London
- Suitable for: All ages
Much like London Zoo, SEA LIFE London is an absolute classic for children, especially those with an interest in marine biology.
Buy SEALIFE London tickets from £29 at SEALIFE
Thames Rocket Speedboat Ride
- Suitable for: 10+
Experience the ultimate thrill ride of the Thames Rocket Speedboat, which skits up the river at a rate of 30 knots.
Buy Thames Rocket Speedboat Ride from £132 at Virgin Experience Days
Harry Potter Studios
- Suitable for: All ages
For any little witches and wizards, Harry Potter Studios is a deep dive into the magical world of Hogwarts. Complete with thousands of props, costumes and sets from the movie series, it will be spellbinding.
Buy Harry Potter Studios Experience tickets from £119 at Virgin Experience Days
London Dungeon
- Suitable for: 12+ (children aged 5+ are welcome with parental discretion)
For a bit of history and a wee bit of fright, try the London Dungeon. It will certainly teach your child a thing or two about the more horrible sides of London's past.
Buy London Dungeon tickets from £27 at London Dungeon
Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue
- Suitable for: All ages
This new exhibit is perfect for gamers. It's an immersive experience centred around Minecraft in which visitors can mine for gems, run from zombies and and craft a life-saving potion before time runs out.
Buy Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue tickets from £26.50 at Fever
Kew Gardens
- Suitable for: All ages
For a longer and more tranquil day, try a wander around Kew Gardens. There's plenty for kids to interact with and explore, plus it gives them a chance to really stretch their legs in a green space.
Buy Kew Gardens tickets from £22 at Tiqets
Natural History Museum
- Suitable for: All ages
It's fun, free, and stuffed with interesting animals, the Natural History Museum is the perfect educational outing.
Matilda the Musical
- Suitable for: 6+
If you're looking for a musical that's suitable for younger kids, Matilda is the one. Based on Roald Dahl's classic story, it follows a precocious young girl who fights to free her school from a tyrannical headmistress.
- Buy Matilda the Musical tickets from £24 at LOVE Theatre
- Buy Matilda the Musical tickets from £23 at TodayTix
The Paradox Museum
- Suitable for: All ages
Interact with 50+ immersive paradoxes and defy your perception of reality with this museum. Highlights include: the Zero Gravity Room and, just for April, an Easter Egg hunt.
Buy The Paradox Museum tickets from £21.50 at Fever
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition
- Suitable for: All ages
Another immersive exhibit, but this time for young archaeologists. The Tutankhamun experience takes you all the way back to the ancient world and uncovers the secrets of one of history's most mysterious figures.
Buy Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition tickets from £22 at Fever
The Lion King
- Suitable for: 6+
Disney fans will love the real-life production of The Lion King. It's a true spectacle to behold, and the songs will be in your head for weeks!
Buy The Lion King tickets from £34 at ATG Tickets
Up at the O2 Climb
- Suitable for: 8+
Last but not least, the O2 runs this easy, but exhilarating, climb over its roof with plenty of opportunity for pictures.
Buy Up at the O2 Climb tickets from £89 at Virgin Experience Days
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