Best Indoor Activities for Kids in London

38 indoor kid-friendly activities in London. Perfect for rainy days, hot weather, or when you need climate-controlled fun with the family.

Highest rated: Hone Books Galore, Children's Bookshop London, Immersive Gamebox - Southbank, London. 7 are free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.

Top Picks

Hone Books Galore

Hone Books Galore

5.0(3)

Ages: Best for ages 0-12

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Children's Bookshop London

Children's Bookshop London

4.9(100)

Ages: Best for ages 0-13

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Immersive Gamebox - Southbank, London

Immersive Gamebox - Southbank, London

4.9(4,746)

Ages: 8 and up

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Immersive Gamebox - Shoreditch, London

Immersive Gamebox - Shoreditch, London

4.9(1,200)

Ages: 8 and up

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Moon Lane Books

Moon Lane Books

4.9(174)

Ages: Best for ages 0-12

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Stoke Newington Toys & Books

Stoke Newington Toys & Books

4.8(6)

Ages: Best for ages 0-10

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London

4.8(99,739)

Ages: 8 and up

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Free

The National Gallery

4.8(60,057)

Ages: All ages

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Pingo Pongo

Pingo Pongo

4.8(76)

Ages: Best for ages 6-17

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Waterstones

4.7(4,646)

Ages: Best for ages 2-17

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Stanfords

Stanfords

4.7(1,631)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17

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Imperial War MuseumFree

Imperial War Museum

4.7(30,238)

Ages: 8 and up

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Foyles

Foyles

4.7(13,125)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17

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Free

The British Museum

4.7(170,263)

Ages: All ages

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Activate at The O2

Activate at The O2

4.7(468)

Ages: 8 and up

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E W Marchpane Ltd

E W Marchpane Ltd

4.7(55)

Ages: Best for book-loving teens and adult collectors; children aged 10+ may enjoy browsing

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Waterstones

4.7(13,065)

Ages: Best for ages 2-17

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The TOY Project

4.7(142)

Ages: Best for ages 0-10

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Molly Meg

Molly Meg

4.6(68)

Ages: Best for ages 0-7

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Waterstones

4.6(1,787)

Ages: Best for ages 2-17

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Science MuseumFree

Science Museum

4.6(74,246)

Ages: All ages

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Benjamin Pollock's Toyshop

Benjamin Pollock's Toyshop

4.5(232)

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

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London Tree House

London Tree House

4.5(64)

Ages: Best for ages 0-6

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The Paddington Bear Experience

4.5(3,585)

Ages: 2–7

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Waterstones

4.5(2,178)

Ages: Best for ages 2-17

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Bank of England MuseumFree

Bank of England Museum

4.5(2,460)

Ages: 7 and up

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Hamleys$$$

Hamleys

4.5(38,882)

Ages: Best for ages 2-12

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Horniman Aquarium

Horniman Aquarium

4.5(116)

Ages: 2–12

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Disney Store

Disney Store

4.4(12,134)

Ages: Best for ages 2-10

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Free

Young V&A

4.4(5,839)

Ages: Under 14

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London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum

4.4(12,671)

Ages: 2–12

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Monopoly Lifesized

Monopoly Lifesized

4.4(2,181)

Ages: 7 and up

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Academy Sport

Academy Sport

4.3(177)

Ages: Best for ages 5-17

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M&M'S LondonFree

M&M'S London

4.3(58,300)

Ages: All ages

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SEA LIFE London Aquarium

SEA LIFE London Aquarium

4.3(28,284)

Ages: 2–12

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The Cartoon Museum

4.1(1,228)

Ages: 6 and up

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Peter Rabbit Easter Adventure - London

Peter Rabbit Easter Adventure - London

3.5(55)

Ages: 2–7

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Queen Mother Sports Centre

Queen Mother Sports Centre

3.3(553)

Ages: Best for ages 2-17

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Common Questions

What are the best indoor activities for kids in London?
London has 38 indoor kid-friendly activities. Top picks: Hone Books Galore, Children's Bookshop London, Immersive Gamebox - Southbank, London, Immersive Gamebox - Shoreditch, London, Moon Lane Books. Great for rainy days or hot weather.
Are there free indoor activities for kids in London?
Yes — 7 indoor activities in London are completely free, including The National Gallery, Imperial War Museum, The British Museum.
How many indoor activities in London are stroller-friendly?
16 of the 38 indoor activities in London are fully stroller-friendly.

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