In the shadow of Kensington Palace stands one of London’s great Royal parks, Kensington Gardens. It is a wonderful place to explore with children. The gardens are home to an abundance of wildlife including squirrels, swans, buzzards, lorikeets and butterflies. The garden’s statue of Peter Pan also served as the design inspiration for the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground. Designed to be accessible and inspiring, kids love playing in the tepees, on the faux beach and running between the sculptures that make up the playground.

The Science Museum is the most visited science and technology museum in Europe. There are over 15,000 objects on display, including world-famous items such as the Soyuz TMA-19M descent module - the spacecraft that took astronaut Tim Peake back to Earth from the International Space Station - and a real piece of the Moon. The interactive galleries have been especially designed to bring science to life for children. Kids can see lightning strike before their eyes, play with forces on giant slides or travel through space under a canopy of stars.

A trip to the theatre is a fantastic opportunity to create memories and encourage creativity in children and fortunately there are several performances that are perfect for families including The Lion King, Mrs. Doubtfire and Matilda. Most West-End productions also offer select afternoon matinee performances, which are helpful for ensuring your little one still gets to bed at night on time. Via our partnership with Albemarle of London, our Concierge can assist with obtaining tickets to all family friendly shows, often at last minute and when a full house. A detailed listing of all current performances can be found on Albemarle’s website and please speak to Concierge who can provide guidance on the recommended minimum audience age for a particular production as well as provide assistance with obtaining tickets.

A London hop on and hop off open-top bus tour is a great way for children to take in some of the city’s most famous sights including Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, the London Eye and Tower Bridge. The special children’s commentary offered on TOOT tours has been designed specifically for youngsters and will guide them around the sights of London with fun stories and facts to bring the history of the city to life. Tickets are valid for 24 hours so there is plenty of time to hop off and explore the sights. Our Concierge can provide route maps, explain activities along the route and assist with advance tickets.

Hamleys is London's oldest and largest toy store, founded in 1760. Hamleys is much more than just a toy shop. You'll find interactive demonstrations of toys and games on every floor and kids might even get to meet their favourite superhero or cartoon character who regularly make appearances in store. Across the seven floors you'll find sections for a huge range of toys, including soft toys, Harry Potter, Star Wars, Lego, Barbie, Playmobil, specialist collector areas and more.

188-196 Regent Street, London W1B 5BT

The London Dungeon is a walk-through experience that recreates scenes from London’s scary history. Take the medieval lift into the depths of the dungeon and begin your journey. Along the way you'll have a close shave with Fleet Street barber Sweeney Todd, investigate the mysterious identity of Jack the Ripper and discover the dreadful secrets of the torture chamber. Not for the faint-hearted or for very little ones! Advance tickets are recommended and can be obtained from the Concierge.

The Queen's Walk, London SE1 7PB

This unique experience brings to life the hilarious world of Shrek and friends. The fantastical tour combines 10 laugh-out-loud live shows and classic sets from the Shrek films with captivating storytelling, an amazing 4D ride, dramatic special effects, and extraordinary DreamWorks animation. Children will meet all their favourite Shrek characters, including Princess Fiona and Donkey, as well as encountering a magic mirror maze, smelly swamp, powerful spells and a cheeky DreamWorks Game Show. Advance tickets are recommended and can be obtained from the Concierge.

The Queen's Walk, London SE1 7PB

Dive in and explore an underwater world of glittering scales, waddling feet and razor-sharp teeth at Sea Life London, home to over 7,000 creatures. Sea Life is a great place for children of all ages. During your visit you'll stroll underneath the sea in the glass Ocean Tunnel; take a trip to Seahorse Kingdom; spot piranhas and crocodiles in the Rainforest Adventure and test your nerves on the Shark Walk as sharks swim beneath you. Other creatures you'll meet include penguins, clownfish, rays, jellyfish and starfish. Advance tickets are recommended and can be obtained from the Concierge.

The Queen's Walk, London SE1 7PB

Designed for children from aged four to fourteen, KidZania is an indoor city with immersive play areas that combine learning with fun. Once they have arrived at the city, children are given the freedom to be whoever they want and explore the unique city, created just for them. There are many jobs available for kids to discover, from an airline pilot to an actor, firefighter to DJ. Kids can work, play, earn and learn while having fun. This unique experience is an excellent place for children to experience and is particularly good for a rainy day. Please see the Concierge for ticket assistance.

Westfield London Shopping Centre, London W12 7GA

Step on to authentic sets, discover the magic behind spellbinding special effects and explore the behind-the-scenes secrets of the Harry Potter film series. Discover the iconic Hogwarts Great Hall and explore the Forbidden Forest, all before boarding the original Hogwarts Express at Platform 9 ¾ and wandering down Diagon Alley. Located at the Studios where all eight films were produced, the Studio Tour showcases the British talent, imagination and artistry that went into making the impossible a reality on screen. Visitors will relive the magic through the eyes of the filmmakers who brought the Harry Potter film series to life. The Studio Tour is one of London’s most popular attractions and advance tickets are a must. Please also note the Warner Bros. Studio is located on the outskirts of London, approximately 75 minutes’ drive from Broadwick Soho. Please see the Concierge who can assist with tickets to the Studio and transportation.

Studio Tour Drive, Watford WD25 7LR

Families can report for duty aboard the iconic HMS Belfast naval ship and explore the history of one of the most famous battlecruisers of WWII. Discover what life was like for the 950 men who worked on board and hear as veterans recount stories of famous battles such as the D-Day landings of 1944. Find your sea legs as you climb up and down ladders to explore all nine decks. Take the helm in the Captain's chair and navigate Europe's only surviving Second World War cruiser. Choose your action stations in the Operations Room and help recover a drowned plane. Advance tickets are recommended and can be obtained from the Concierge.

The Queen's Walk, London SE1 2JH

The London Transport Museum is one of London’s most popular attractions for children and brings together more than 500,000 objects including locomotives, horse-drawn vehicles, scale models and interactive displays. Highlights of the collection include the only surviving steam engine from the 1860’s, a double deck electric tram and an Underground railway pocket map from 1908. Families are well catered for with daily events including singing, craft workshops and storytelling for all ages. It is one of our top picks for a family fun day out. Advance tickets are recommended and can be obtained from the Concierge.

Covent Garden Piazza, London WC2E 7BB

From the furry, feathered and scaly, to the cute and scary, over 800 species and 17,000 animals call London Zoo home. Set in leafy Regent's Park, the Zoo is an excellent spot for a family day out. Your children will find themselves face to face with Asiatic lions in Land of the Lions, get up close with penguins, lemurs and monkeys and have an opportunity to see an abundance of exotic animals including giraffes, tigers, zebras, hippos and gorillas. Advance tickets are recommended and can be obtained from the Concierge.

Outer Circle, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY