Let's Do London: top family experiences

• Be dazzled by twinkling light sculptures and immersive illumination experiences at the best winter light festivals in London. Various dates
• Meet Santa and help him fix his sleigh, follow a winter trail and discover more seasonal activities at the London Transport Museum. 4 Dec-2 Jan
• Set off on a festive trail, meet Santa and enjoy plenty more animal-themed fun this Christmas at ZSL London Zoo. 27 Nov-3 Jan
• Catch all the classics including Elf, Home Alone and The Grinch during Christmas at Backyard Cinema. Until 3 Jan
• Step inside a magical winter wonderland as Hogwarts in the Snow arrives at the wizarding world of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Until 16 Jan
• Take in the beautiful surroundings as you skate around the Natural History Museum ice rink for the last year before it closes. Until 16 Jan

Find more things to do with kids over Christmas in London.

• Tumble down the rabbit hole for an adventure through the adaptations, origins and reinventions of Alice in Wonderland with Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser at the V&A. Until 31 Dec
• Be dazzled by magic and the natural world as they combine in Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature at the Natural History Museum. Until 3 Jan
• Explore Joy and the conditions necessary to create it, as well as related historical artefacts, at Wellcome Collection. Until 27 Feb
• Visit one of the largest private collections of Banksy's work with the Art of Banksy exhibition. Until 22 May
• Sip on Butterbeer, ride a broomstick and trace magical moments of filmmaking history with The Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition, as a collection of behind-the-scenes photographs go on display at the London Film Museum.
• Enjoy storytelling, family trails and the chance to learn about urban landscapes with Climate Crossroads at the London Transport Museum. 
• Or get creative with TfL's Craft Club activities while out and about this half-term. 

Plan a trip to London to explore these incredible museums for kids. 

• Celebrate the Trolls World Tour with fun Troll-themed activities for kids at Shrek’s Adventure! London.
• Head to the Giants of the Galapagos exhibit to say hello to Dolly, Polly and Priscilla as the giant tortoises move into their new home at ZSL London Zoo. 
• From Paddington Bear to Mary Poppins, go on the hunt for stars of the screen on the Scenes in the Square statue trail in Leicester Square. 
• Explore the flora and fauna of the Barbican Conservatory with a free audio trail for kids. 
• Follow in the footsteps of your favourite wizard with a visit to the magical Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter. A must-visit for any Harry Potter fan!
• Little ones can have a great time trying out different careers in the city specially built for children at KidZania. 
• Journey to the depths of the ocean at SEA LIFE London Aquarium, which is home to sharks, penguins, jellyfish and more incredible creatures. 
• Come face to face with some of your favourite celebrities and take a selfie with the wax figures at Madame Tussauds.
• Prepare to be scared at the London Dungeon while exploring the capital's most horrible history.
• Visit top family attractions for less with a money-saving pass this summer, with options including the London Pass, London Explorer Pass or the Merlin London Attractions Pass.
• Take a ride on the world's tallest and longest tunnel slide with The Slide at ArcelorMittal Orbit.

Plan a visit to more top attractions in London. 

• Download the South Ken Green Trail map to explore wildflower meadows, art installations, beautiful gardens and more with the kids.
• Learn all about wildlife, go pond dipping, search for bugs and get crafty in London’s Hyde Park with themed Discovery Days over the school holidays.
• Teach the little ones all about the city with these outdoor London Curriculum Family Explorer Trails.
• Play detective with Sherlock: The Official Outdoor Game and solve a series of challenging clues to complete your mission. 
  
  

Check out more things to do outdoors in London.

• Watch Andrew Lloyd Webber’s highly anticipated adaptation of Cinderella as it makes its world premiere in London. 
• Let the little ones travel to the Serengeti during Disney’s well-loved tale of The Lion King. 
• Go on a magical adventure with everyone's favourite nanny, Mary Poppins. Plus, make sure to sing along to Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! 
• Join Marty McFly and the Doc for a time-travelling adventure with the Back to the Future musical. 
• Be dazzled by the untold story of two witches and their against-all-odds friendship in the magical land of Oz with Wicked. 
• Follow the heartwarming story of Matilda as Roald Dahl's classic tale comes to life on the West End stage. 

Book tickets for some of the top musicals in London.

• Experience one of London's best theme parks for an adrenaline-packed day out.
• Indulge in delicious treats while passing some of the capital's most-famous landmarks on a Brigit's Bakery afternoon tea bus tour. 
• Take on aliens to save the planet in an electrifying battle through time and space with the immersive Doctor Who: Time Fracture experience.
• Go on the roof of London’s famous entertainment centre with Up at The O2.

Check out more things to do with teenagers in London.

When you're out and about with the kids, make sure to map your route around London's top family activities with the Visit London app. 

For more family inspiration, have a look at our Let's Do London guide.