# London with kids, sorted

> Ten London outings that keep kids busy and adults happy, plus where to stay with room to spread out.
- Title: London with kids, sorted · Marlin | Shortify
- Summary: Ten London outings that keep kids busy and adults happy, plus where to stay with room to spread out. Build a London family trip around a few big-hitter…
- Keywords: london, family travel, things to do, kids, serviced apartments, sorted, Marlin
- Source: Marlin — https://marlin.com/london-family-guide
- Author: melinda
- Published: 2025-11-12T08:11:00+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: london, family travel, things to do, kids, serviced apartments
## London, kid tested
Zoos, musicals, museums and parks sit within easy reach of the centre. The trick is picking a handful that suit your crew rather than chasing everything.

> There's no shortage of things to do in London for families
## Start at London Zoo
Hundreds of species in Regent's Park, minutes from central London. Arrive early to beat the crowds, then walk it off along Regent's Canal.
## Paddington on stage
Paddington: The Musical runs at the Savoy Theatre with catchy songs and the bear's usual charm. A West End night that works for every age at the table.
## Go behind Harry Potter
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London puts you inside the Great Hall and Diagon Alley with real sets and costumes. Kids can ride a broomstick and drink Butterbeer.

> Pure magic from start to finish
## Dinosaurs, free of charge
The Natural History Museum stacks towering skeletons, gemstones and interactive science zones inside a stunning building. Entry costs nothing.

> It's educational, awe-inspiring, and completely free
## Walk into Far Far Away
Shrek's Adventure London runs live shows and interactive scenes through the fairy tale kingdom. It sits a short stroll from Marlin Waterloo.
## Breathe at Kew
Kew Gardens spreads 300 acres of glasshouses, treetop walkways and a Children's Garden. A UNESCO site that doubles as somewhere to let kids off the leash.
## Make art at Tate Modern
Hands-on workshops, family zones and creative sessions turn a gallery visit into something kids actually want. The riverside power station setting helps.
## Tower Bridge from inside
Glass-floored walkways, Victorian engine rooms and the bridge lifting for boats below. Marlin Aldgate Tower Bridge is a short walk from the door.
## Deer, ropes, open air
Richmond Park holds 2,500 acres and hundreds of free-roaming deer, ideal for a picnic. For adrenaline instead, Gripped London in Hounslow runs zip lines and free-fall jumps.
## Stay somewhere with space
Marlin's serviced apartments give you separate bedrooms, sofa beds and a full kitchen, so dinner is not another restaurant bill. The Canary Wharf flat sleeps nine.

> a true home-from-home for your short family break
## Key takeaway

Build a London family trip around a few big-hitter attractions and a base with a kitchen and separate bedrooms, so the days work and the evenings still feel like home.