Looking for family-friendly activities in South Kensington? Dive into a world of exploration and experimentation with interactive experiences tailored for families. From music and science to arts, performance, film, parks, playgrounds, immersive galleries, and beyond, there's plenty of inspiring fun for your kids to discover!
The French Institute in London offers a wide range of French courses and exam preparations for kids, tweens and teens. Whether they are taking their very first steps in French, already know a little or are bilingual, children from 4 to 17 years old can enjoy fun and interactive courses in a friendly and supportive environment.
From 7th Sept 2026
Institut français
Visit Website for French for Young Learners at Institut français
Have you ever wondered what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, what they really looked like and why we continue to study them today? Book a Dinotour with one of the Museum's knowledgeable tour guides to get up close and personal with all the main characters in their world-famous Dinosaurs gallery.
Dates vary
9 am - 10 am
Natural History Museum
Visit Website for Out of Hours Dino Tours at Natural History Museum
Go behind the scenes with our knowledgeable science educators for a 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum's fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit.
Daily
Times vary
Natural History Museum
Visit Website for Behind the Scenes Tour: Spirit Collection at Natural History Museum
Go on a journey of discovery and exploration around the Science Museum.
The biggest movies with the best soundtracks - experience classic films with live orchestral accompaniment in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.
With never-before-seen footage and the latest underwater filming techniques, this documentary transports you to the farthest reaches of this majestic land and reveals that what happens there affects every single one of us.
Ever wanted a sleepover with a giraffe or camp under a blue whale? Kids aged 7–11 can explore the Museum after dark with fun, educational activities.
Dates vary
6.45 pm - 10 am
Natural History Museum
Visit Website for Dino Snores for Kids at Natural History Museum
Experience this fully immersive IMAX on one of the UK’s largest screens, featuring IMAX Laser 4K and 70mm projection. Enjoy scientific documentaries and the latest blockbusters.
Step into the fascinating world of technicians for a peek behind the scenes in the Museum's interactive gallery. Experience what it’s like to create visual effects on a film set or operate a robot in a manufacturer's workshop,
Mon - Sun
10 am - 6 pm
Science Museum
Visit Website for Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery at Science Museum
Fun, free things to do in a park, on the street, or anywhere outdoors.
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Natural History Museum
Visit Website for Outdoor Activities for Kids at Natural History Museum
Immerse yourself in this hands-on gaming zone, featuring the very best video games and consoles from the past 50 years. From Pong to Pacman and Minecraft to Mario, there’s something for everyone.
Engineers shape the world that we live in, creating bold, ground-breaking innovations that respond to global challenges and improve billions of lives. But how much do we know about the people behind these innovations?
Ciné Lumière screens new releases, UK premieres, classics, documentaries, family films, and curated series or festivals, often accompanied by on-stage discussions with directors, actors, and critics.
From hefty herbivores to jungle jumbos, discover who's topping the charts when it comes to being the biggest, the tallest and the heaviest of them all. Follow the trail to meet some of world's biggest animals and to find out all about the highs and lows that come with being so big.
Discover how the world can use energy sustainably to fight climate change in the Science Museum’s Energy Revolution gallery, exploring the past, present, and future of a low-carbon world.
Mon - Sun
10 am - 6 pm
Science Museum
Visit Website for Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery at Science Museum
Meet a full-size Diplodocus, encounter early mammals, and follow our ancestors’ footsteps. Explore grassland, wetland, and woodland habitats, and see how nature thrives in cities. No booking needed.
Daily
10 am - 5.50 pm
Natural History Museum
Visit Website for The Natural History Museum Gardens at Natural History Museum
At this interactive gallery, discover the beauty of the science and math that shape our everyday lives. This unmissable experience will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination, and inspire you to see the world in new and exciting ways.
It’s a showdown for the ages! What are the fiercest animals to have lived on Earth – dinosaurs or sharks? Come on a journey to decide which are the most powerful predators.
Dates vary
10.30 am - 11.30 am & 1 pm - 2 pm
Natural History Museum
Visit Website for Dinos vs Sharks Show at Natural History Museum
Join Albert Einstein and Marie Curie as they share the DNA of CBBC’s hit comedy sketch show Horrible Science live at the Royal Albert Hall with some scientifically proven bangers from the classical canon.
25th July 2026
2 pm & 6 pm
Royal Albert Hall
Visit Website for BBC Proms: Horrible Science - The Big Bang Proms Experiment at Royal Albert Hall
Inspired by sneakers and designs from the latest exhibition 'NIGO: From Japan with Love', young designers will create a sculptural shoe prototype using recycled and found materials, exploring how ideas from culture and everyday objects can be transformed into original design outcomes.
28th July 2026
10.15 am - 4.15 pm
the Design Museum
Visit Website for Design Camp for ages 11 to 14: Create a Shoe Prototype at the Design Museum
Experience cinema’s most iconic films including Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings, with the score performed live by an orchestra in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.
Join Serpentine throughout the summer for a vibrant series of Family Days. Enjoy hands-on workshops, creative activities and performances for all ages inspired by the Serpentine Pavilion, and exhibitions by David Hockney and Cecily Brown.
19th July & 23rd Aug 2026
11 am - 3 pm
Serpentine
Visit Website for Serpentine Family Days at Serpentine
A day of hands-on exploration for children to experiment with clay, from creating pinch pots to wheel throwing and turning, to crafting tools. They will be introduced to the tactile material of clay and its many properties.
28th July 2026
10 am - 4 pm
the Design Museum
Visit Website for Design Camp for ages 7 to 10: Create in Clay at the Design Museum
In this hands-on workshop, children will learn how to transform everyday plastic bags into fusible eco-friendly fabric that can be used for all kinds of creative projects.
29th July 2026
10 am - 4 pm
the Design Museum
Visit Website for Turn Plastic into Fabric, ages 7–10 at the Design Museum