I spend time in London every summer with my son, and these are some of our favorite activities, things to see, and places to eat with kids. It's our favorite city with so much to explore! “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.” - Samuel...
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Outdoor Activities
There's something amazing in every season at Kew Gardens. The treetop walkway is one of our favorites, with amazing views!
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Regent's Park is sprawling, beautiful, and the perfect place to explore and get the wiggles out. We love the rose gardens and the pedal boat rentals.
The Regent's Park & Primrose Hill
Yayoi Kusama's bronze pumpkin sculpture is on display near Round Pond and is so cool to see in person!
Kusama's Pumpkin at Serpentine Galleries - Kensington Gardens
Sculpture trails are one of my favorite ways to explore a city with kids. Grab a map, make it an adventure, and explore new areas and places to eat along the way.
London Outdoor Sculpture Trail Guide 2025
Restaurants
There's something for everyone at this group of Indian restaurants in London, including a terrific kids' menu filled with less spicy (but no less flavorful) favorites.
Dishoom Covent Garden
Split a pizza and pasta at this Covent Garden cutie, with a fun vibe and a great pizza oven.
Ave Mario
Sit outside and share an XXL cheese toastie (kids aren't welcome inside after a certain hour, but the outdoor seating in summer is perfect).
The Wigmore
Build your own charcuterie box and head to one of the parks for a picnic lunch.
Brityard
Grab apps and pizzas at this cute Nancy Silverton spot on the lobby level of the Treehouse Hotel.
Pizzeria Mozza London
There's something to please every palate at this sprawling food hall.
Borough Market
Other Food & Drinks
This afternoon tea tour on a vintage double-decker bus is adorable, quirky, and memorable!
Brigit's Bakery & Afternoon Tea Bus
The most beautiful shop in the prettiest area in Belgravia! Stop in for a little sweet treat while exploring on foot.
Peggy Porschen Cakes
This science themed afternoon tea is such a fun treat for littles! Great atmosphere and inventive bites.
Science Themed Afternoon Tea at the Ampersand Hotel
Arts & Entertainment
This walkthrough public art installation features large-scale, immersive digital art and is free to enjoy! Find it near the Tottenham Court Road station.
Outernet London
The views from the Eye can't be beat!
The London Eye
Beautiful museum with an impressive collection. May want to skip if the weather is particularly hot – we found certain areas of the museum a bit stifling in the summer heat.
Natural History Museum
There's so much to explore at the Tate Modern! Definitely research what's on before you arrive, so you know where you'd like to head. In summer, grab a pizza al fresco on the terrace after exploring the museum.
Tate Modern
Shopping
A visit to London with kids just isn't complete without a stop at Hamley's, the multi-floor toy emporium on Regent Street. With live demos throughout the store and an entire floor of Legos - complete with a life size Lego Queen Elizabeth (with corgis...
Hamleys
The toy department and the food hall are must do's when traveling with littles!
Harrods
The Tiffany of tea! Whether shopping for teas and sweets, or doing a sit-down tea, you won't want to miss Fortnum's.
