School is out for Summer and London has plenty in store for everyone to enjoy!
With plentiful unique experiences and activities that would truly be unforgettable, what better place to celebrate your summer than in London? With so many new iconic and fan favourite attractions it’s hard to decide what to do! Here are a few ideas that’ll put you on the right track!
Sightseeing Cruise on the River Thames
As you may know, London has some of the most famous tourist attractions in the world and people travel far to come to see them! Did you know that almost all of London’s major tourist sights can be seen from the Thames? A sightseeing cruise on the River Thames is the best way to see the sights from a different view! Providing you with all the perfect photo opportunities and it’s a great thing to do with kids, as you don’t need to worry about them wandering off or walking too far and getting tired.
Kidzania
When I grow up, I want to be…
Welcome to Kidzania, where your children can immerse themselves in exciting real-life activities! It’s a unique educational and entertainment concept where children aged 4 to 14 can experience real-life role-playing activities in various professions. The miniature city features a range of establishments such as a hospital, fire station, bank, TV studio, supermarket, and many more. Kids can try out different jobs, earn KidZos (the currency of KidZania), and learn about teamwork, independence, and financial literacy in a safe and immersive environment. It’s a popular destination for families looking for an engaging and educational day out in London.
Come to Greenwich and step on board the famous Cutty Sark and discover what life was like on board this iconic sailing ship! There’s so much for kids to explore on board Cutty Sark: meet the cast of colourful characters, play interactive games, take a selfie on the main deck, touch the hull of the ship, and see how the crew lived and worked at sea.
London Transport Museum
The London Transport Museum based in Covent Garden is the home for anything related to the rich heritage of London’s transport. The Museum is inviting families to go on a Green Journey this summer. Until 1 September, discover their brand-new, interactive installation exploring global warming and its effects on London, some of the available solutions to help tackle it – from Transport for London’s hydrogen buses to the active travel choices we can all make to make our journeys greener – as well as new green jobs and skills needed to solve these problems.
Families can also join in hands-on, fun workshops, where they can meet real-life innovators and create their climate change superhero or create Family Action Cards to get inspired to take action to make London a greener city. All workshops are drop-in and free with museum admission, and kids go free!
London Eye
It is Europe’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel and is the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom with over 3 million visitors annually! Come visit the London Eye and witness the views of London at a great height!
The London Eye was originally constructed to mark the turn of the millennium in 2000. Designed by architects David Marks and Julia Barfield, it was intended to be a temporary installation, but its popularity ensured its permanent status. Standing at a height of 135 meters (443 feet), it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world when it was erected.
The Eye consists of 32 sealed and air-conditioned passenger capsules, representing each of the London boroughs. Each capsule can hold up to 25 people, providing panoramic views of the cityscape during the 30-minute rotation. On a clear day, you can see landmarks like Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Shard from the top.
Monopoly Life-sized
The board game that may have caused many family arguments at Christmas has become life-sized! Come and play the iconic life-sized board and you can complete challenges, build houses, charge rent, escape jail , and even control London’s waterworks as you travel around the life-sized board earning as much money as you can by completing escape room-style challenges.
Original Post Date: August 12, 2022