Family Days Out in London ? Fun for the Kids and Adults Too!

Posted by londonducktours on February 16th, 2016

When considering a family day out, there is no better place to visit than London with its multitude of family friendly places that you can enjoy with your children. There are museums, parks, water parks, picnic spots and many other fun and safe places where you and your kids can have a great time.

Museums

• British Museum: This is one of the world’s greatest museums. It showcases objects from prehistoric to modern times. Let your children experience the richness of the culture of England and the world. There are also lots of fun events for kids that are organised in this museum.
  

• Science Museum: Plan a day out with your kids to the Science Museum. Entry is free and the museum is packed with fun-filled activities for children and adults alike. You can even catch the latest film at the IMAX Cinema (tickets sold separately), fly with red arrows in 3D, see Leonardo’s creations and projects, watch the evolution of space travel or see photography exhibitions. You name it, you can find it here.
  

• Natural History Museum: Children can safely enjoy floating, sinking, shadows and reflections, sound and giant building blocks in this museum. You can also take homemade food and have a picnic on the premises. Your children can enjoy the thrill of witnessing the life-size dinosaur sculptures that date back to the Victorian era.

Picnic Spots

There are lots of beautiful open places in London for a family picnic. You can enjoy the lush green scenery, relax and play some games with your children. Make the most of London’s open spaces with an easy-on-the-budget quality day out.

Parks

London doesn’t fall short when it comes to parks. They are a great choice for a family day out in London and most are free to enter. Each park has its own unique activities and events that make for a fun-filled experience with your children. Take them out to any of these great parks and let off some steam.

• Crystal Palace Park: Has full-scale models of dinosaurs, an outdoor concert stage, a hedge maze and plenty of green space to run about

• Bushy Park: Here, your family will get to witness a variety of wildlife, grasslands, ancient trees and exotic woodlands. Cycling and horse riding are allowed on the roads and rough grasses

• Kensington Gardens: Your kids can climb the giant wooden pirate ship, see Peter Pan and explore the sensory trail, or take in the Italian garden fountains or the current exhibition at the serpentine galleries.

• Hyde Park: Hyde Park is one of the most beloved parks in London. It has beautiful scenery where you can relax, take a stroll, skateboard or cycle and enjoy the view. You can enjoy the meadows, fountains and the ornamental trees. Boating and horse riding facilities are also available. Most teenagers love this place for its cycling and skateboarding activities.

• Covent Garden: Why not take your kids to Covent Garden for a lively atmosphere and let them watch the street performers in the Piazza. There are lots of cheap but delicious food joints around the corner for you and your family to enjoy.

 About London Duck Tours:

London Duck Tours is an amphibian sightseeing company that offers a selection of tours within central London on both the road and river without leaving your seats using original DUKW’s. This London sightseeing tour lasts about 75 minutes, with approximately 30 minutes on the river and is enhanced by an entertaining, action packed commentary by the tour guides who provide an alternative and insightful view of London's history, plus fascinating facts and figures about the original D-Day vehicles themselves. They also offer educational trips and team building events In London.