Funland Games Arcade
Rating
Family of 4
USD 40-80
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
5 and up
About
Funland Games Arcade is one of London's most established family arcades, located in the heart of the city and offering a wide range of classic and modern arcade experiences. The floor is packed with ticket-redemption machines, claw cranes, racing games, shooting galleries, and more — enough variety that different age groups find something that appeals to them. Younger children gravitate toward the simpler ticket machines and themed rides, while older kids and teens spend time on the more skill-based or immersive simulators.
The redemption counter at the end of a visit is a key part of the experience for younger kids: watching their ticket pile translate into a small prize is genuinely exciting. Unlike some arcades that feel tired or poorly maintained, Funland keeps its machines in solid working order and replaces older games regularly. The central London location makes it easy to fold into a bigger day out — it works well as an afternoon activity after a morning at a museum or park.
Setting a token budget before entering is a practical move; the games are individually cheap but add up quickly, especially if older kids are chasing high scores on competitive machines. Weekday afternoons during term time are the most comfortable time to visit — quieter machines and shorter waits mean kids get more time on the games they actually want to play.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Setting
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons
Wait Times
Low to moderate on weekdays, longer on weekends
Nearby Food
Trocadero area and surrounding Piccadilly Circus have a wide range of fast food and family restaurants within walking distance
Why Kids Love It
Funland is a classic arcade packed with everything from ticket-redemption machines to racing simulators, giving kids a huge variety of games to burn through in a single visit. The ticket system means kids are working toward prizes the whole time, which keeps motivation high. Tweens and teens love the more advanced machines and the social atmosphere.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Set a fixed token budget per child before going in to keep costs predictable
- Visit on a weekday afternoon for shorter queues on the most popular machines
- Combine with a South Bank visit — Funland is well located for a full-day London itinerary
What to Bring
- Cash or card for tokens — check whether they have a card-top-up system
- A bag for any prizes won on redemption machines
- Patience if visiting at a peak time — popular machines can have short waits
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 40-80
Tips to Save
- Set a token budget before entering so spending stays predictable; avoid weekend evenings when it's busiest and most expensive
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM