🎉 Free Things to Do
with Kids in London
23 free options — parks, playgrounds, free museums, outdoor festivals and more.
London is a world city that somehow manages to be extraordinarily family-friendly. Free world-class museums, vast parks, and a constant calendar of events make it one of the best European cities for families year-round.
The best things in London are free. Hyde Park, Regent's Park, and Greenwich Park all have great playgrounds at no cost. The South Bank hosts free street performances year-round. Tate Modern, the National Gallery, and the British Museum are all free. Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is a spectacle the whole family can enjoy without spending a penny.
🏛️ Free Permanent Places (22)
FREEBorough Market
FREEBritish Museum
FREECrystal Palace Park - Dinosaur Trail
FREEDiana Memorial Playground
FREEGreenwich Observatory - Sky-High Views
FREEGreenwich Park & National Maritime Museum
FREEHorniman Museum
FREEHyde Park & Diana Memorial Playground
FREEIKEA Wembley — Småland & Restaurant
FREEMudchute Farm
FREENational Gallery Family Activities
FREENational Maritime Museum Greenwich
FREENatural History Museum
FREENatural History Museum London
FREEScience Museum London
Southbank Centre - Interactive Spaces
FREESpitalfields City Farm — London
FREETate Modern
FREEThames Barrier Park
FREEV&A Museum of Childhood
FREEVauxhall City Farm — London
FREEVictoria and Albert Museum
📅 Free Upcoming Events (1)
Frequently asked questions
What free things are there to do with kids in London?
There are 23 free activities for kids and families in London, including free parks, playgrounds, museums, and outdoor events.
Are there free family activities in London?
Yes — London has 22 free permanent places (parks, playgrounds, free museums) and 1 upcoming free event for families.
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