London is a great city to visit with many popular attractions all year round. There is a thorough transport network so you are never far away from a bus or underground station. If you are visiting London with the family you will want to keep everyone entertained and that is easily achieved in London.

It is a good idea to plan your trip before you go to ensure you can fit everything in. If there are certain things you want to do then make sure you book ahead if necessary and plan an itinerary. There are many family friendly attractions throughout the city, with some costing more than others. So set yourself a budget and have fun!

In this article we will cover just some of the fantastic variety of activities to do in London. We cannot possibly list all activities here because the list would be endless!  But these are just some suggestions of what to do and what sort of families each activity is suitable for.

London Eye

The London Eye is a breathtaking monument in itself. Towering at 135 metres the London Eye is Europes largest Ferris wheel and one of the most popular attractions in the UK. Booking ahead is recommended to avoid disappointment. This attraction is great for the entire family because it is such a unique way of seeing the whole of London from a birds eye view.

London Dungeons

How brave is your family? If you are feeling like something a little bit different then let The London Dungeons take you on a journey through the darkest and bloodiest history of the city. You will re-live the plague, the fire of London and you will also learn about many torture methods along with old-fashioned medical equipment.

Madame Tussauds

Have you ever wanted to hang out with your favourite celebrities but you are still waiting for the invitation? Well here it is! Madame Tussauds is a collection of the most famous celebrity waxwork models. You will get to meet Brad Pitt, Britney Spears and Johnny Depp to name just a few. 

Tower of London

The Tower of London hosts the Crown Jewels which can be viewed by the public. You will also learn about the History of the tower and how criminals were dealt with. If you are lucky you might even see the famous beheaded ghost! There are numerous guided tours around the Tower of London which are well worth the money.

Changing of the Guards

One of Britains most famous monarchy events is the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace. Every day the Queens guards march outside the Palace in a ceremony to mark the guards changing over. It is a great time to see the Monarchy still in action.

Theatre & Film

London has a fantastic array of choices when it comes to Theatre and Film. The West End is world renowned for its breathtaking shows and performances whilst Leicester Square boasts film premiers with all the film stars walking up the famous red carpet. Be sure to book your tickets before you visit so you know what is on and you can get good seats.

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