Spring is here, and London comes alive with family-friendly activities perfect for the Easter holidays. Whether you’re looking for fun days out that won’t break the bank or special treats for the kids, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the best Easter events and activities for children in London—some free, some worth the ticket!
🌸FREE Activities
1.Easter Trail at Battersea Park
Battersea Park is always a family favourite, and this Easter it’s hosting a fun (and free!) Easter trail. Pick up a map from the café and explore the park to find hidden eggs and answer clues. Once complete, kids get a little prize!
🗓️ Dates: 29 March – 6 April
📍 Battersea Park, SW11
💷 Free
2.Explore the Natural History Museum
Dinosaurs, volcanoes, precious gems, and a giant blue whale—London’s Natural History Museum is a hit year-round. Best of all, it’s free! During the Easter holidays, there are usually special kid-friendly workshops and pop-up science shows.
📍 South Kensington
💷 Free (Some temporary exhibitions may be ticketed)
3.Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
For a classic London experience, take the kids to watch the iconic Changing of the Guard. The spectacle of music, marching, and the Royal Guards in their red tunics is always a hit with little ones.
🗓️ Check dates online (weather dependent)
📍 Buckingham Palace
💷 Free
4.Visit the Diana Memorial Playground
Let the kids burn off some energy at this Peter Pan-themed playground in Kensington Gardens. There’s a giant pirate ship, sensory trail, and teepees—perfect for imaginative play.
📍 Kensington Gardens
💷 Free
🐣PAID Activities
5.Horrible Histories Terrible Thames Boat Tour
Horrible Histories Terrible Thames‘ hilariously historical tourist attraction, it back for its fifth year. A uniquely exhilarating boat tour from the Horrible Histories team, it;s the history of the Thames with the nasty bits left in. You depart from Tower Bridge Quay, incorporating immersive theatre as it delivers its unique take on London, fun for all the family. Whether you love Horrible Histories or just want a sensational sightseeing tour of the Thames, this is a great trip for the whole family.
- 3rd April – 23rd April
- Tower Bridge Quay, London
- Adults £25 / Children / £20 / 0-3 Free
6.Kew Gardens – The Easter Adventures Trail
Kew Gardens is stunning in spring, and this year their Easter Trail is themed around nature, wildlife, and chocolatey surprises. Kids can collect stamps along the way and enjoy activities like storytelling and crafts.
🗓️ 29 March – 14 April
📍 Kew, Richmond
💷 Adults £22 / Children £7.50
7.The London Eye Easter Experience
Take to the skies with a spin on the London Eye. During the Easter holidays, the experience is extra special with themed pods and activities. Plus, the view of London in springtime is unbeatable.
📍 South Bank
💷 From £30 per adult / £25 per child
8.Shrek’s Adventure! London
If your little ones love the movies, Shrek’s Adventure is a hilarious, immersive experience with storytelling, rides, and a meet-and-greet with Shrek himself. A fun indoor option if the weather turns!
📍 South Bank
💷 From £30 per person (online deals available)
9.Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at National Trust Properties
Several National Trust spots in and around London are hosting classic Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts. Kids solve puzzles and explore beautiful gardens before collecting their chocolate reward.
🗓️ Dates vary by location
💷 Entry + £3 per child for the trail
🥚Bonus Tip: Easter Afternoon Tea
Many London hotels and cafés offer special kid-friendly Easter afternoon teas with bunny-shaped cakes and chocolate eggs. The Ampersand Hotel and The Savoy both offer beautifully themed experiences—perfect for a treat!
From free outdoor fun to special paid experiences, London is packed with activities to keep the kids entertained this Easter. Whether you’re hunting chocolate eggs, soaring over the skyline, or exploring nature, the memories will be egg-stra special!