15 Things to Do in London With Kids in April

April’s the perfect time to explore London with kids through exciting Easter hunts like the Big Egg Hunt 2025 across iconic landmarks and Hampton Court Palace’s Lindt GOLD BUNNY adventure. You’ll discover interactive experiences at the Horniman Robot Zoo, enjoy free minigolf at Canary Wharf, and set out on educational trails at Eltham Palace and Osterley Park. From wetland bug hunts to CBeebies live shows, the city offers endless family-friendly activities that blend learning with pure entertainment throughout the month.

Big Egg Hunt 2025 Across Central London

Starting March 24, 2025, more than 100 giant egg sculptures will transform London’s streets into an open-air gallery that’s perfect for families seeking an interactive adventure during the Easter holidays.

You’ll discover these 2-foot-tall artworks designed by renowned artists across iconic locations like Buckingham Palace, Covent Garden, Canary Wharf, and the British Museum.

The City of London features 18 eggs clustered around Liverpool Street Station and Leadenhall Market.

Download the free Big Egg Hunt app to track your discoveries, unveil special rewards from local retailers, and navigate between locations.

You can start anywhere and complete sections over multiple days—there’s no fixed schedule or entry fee.

This wildlife charity event supports Elephant Family’s conservation efforts, with sculptures auctioned after April 27 to fund endangered Asian wildlife protection. The event showcases themes of creativity, culture, and conservation throughout London’s historic landmarks.

Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt at Hampton Court Palace

While giant egg sculptures bring art to London’s streets, Hampton Court Palace transforms its historic gardens into a chocolate lover’s paradise with the Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt from March 29 to April 21, 2025.

You’ll set out on a 90-minute self-led trail hunting for golden bunny statues throughout the stunning palace grounds, combining history with Easter excitement.

This whimsical quest runs daily from 10am to 5:30pm and comes included with your standard palace admission—£28 for adults and £14 for children.

The hunt perfectly aligns with Easter holidays, offering families an engaging way to explore Hampton Court’s magnificent gardens. Designed specifically for children aged 3-12 and their families, this outdoor adventure encourages exploration among the springtime daffodils.

Upon completing your chocolate-focused adventure, you’ll receive an edible gold bunny as your triumphant reward, making this popular returning event a sweet ending to your palace visit.

Easter Adventure Quest at Eltham Palace and Gardens

Where can families blend historical exploration with Easter excitement in South-East London? Eltham Palace and Gardens offers the perfect Easter Adventure Quest from April 5-27, 2025. You’ll hunt for clues around the stunning grounds, cracking codes and solving puzzles at your own pace during daily hours of 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.

This self-guided trail suits all ages, making it ideal for families with children of different ages. You’ll pay just £2 per child on top of standard admission, and completing the quest rewards kids with chocolate treats. The outdoor trail explores the palace’s extensive gardens and lawned areas. Beyond the quest, you can explore the remarkable art deco mansion and discover the heated home that once housed Mah-Jong, the Courtaulds’ pet lemur.

Book online through English Heritage to save up to 15% on entry tickets, then add the quest on-site. With toilets, café, and gift shop available, you’ll have everything needed for a memorable Easter family day out.

London Museum Docklands Easter Activities

Moving from South-East London’s royal gardens to the historic docklands, London Museum Docklands transforms Easter holidays into an archaeological adventure with its mudlarking-themed activities from April 8-17, 2025.

You’ll plunge into Victorian mudlarking stories through creative workshops, mould clay coins replicating foreshore discoveries, and handle genuine Thames artefacts. The Rising River Pop-Up Cards workshop, Meet a Victorian Mudlark sessions, and Foreshore Finds exploration offer hands-on learning experiences.

Your family can craft Mudlarking Mementoes while exploring Thames archaeology through free workshops. The museum offers free entry to its permanent galleries, making it an accessible destination for families during the Easter holidays.

These activities perfectly complement the new Secrets of the Thames exhibition opening April 4th, featuring over 350 mudlarked objects.

Located at West India Quay near Canary Wharf, the museum welcomes families with buggy parking, café facilities, and baby changing areas.

Robot Zoo at Horniman Museum

From the Thames mudlarks to Forest Hill’s mechanical menagerie, Horniman Museum transforms into a robotics wonderland with its Robot Zoo exhibition running February 14 through November 2, 2025. You’ll encounter massive robot animals built from familiar machine parts that demonstrate real animal adaptations.

Your kids will marvel at the 10-foot wingspan housefly, 18-foot tentacled giant squid, and 9-foot giraffe while learning how animals see, hunt, and move.

Interactive games let children race jet-propelled squids and operate chameleon “tongue-guns” to catch insects. The robots reveal internal systems using pistons as muscles and pipes as intestines, making biology tangible. This popular exhibition last toured globally before returning to the Horniman Museum.

You’ll need separate timed tickets beyond free museum entry, so book ahead. Members enter free but should reserve spots online for this family-friendly exploration of nature’s engineering.

Design Baby Natural Worlds at V&A Museum

South Kensington’s cultural treasures extend beyond towering robot animals to intimate early-years experiences at the V&A Museum, where Design Baby: Natural Worlds creates a sensory haven for your tiniest explorers. Running April 9–11, this free drop-in session transforms the Digital Studio into a nature-inspired playground for babies and toddlers aged 0–3.

You’ll discover unusual materials, textures, and colours that encourage child-led exploration rather than structured activities. The calm environment contrasts beautifully with typical play centres, offering soft surfaces perfect for non-walkers and early explorers.

Arrive early during these busy holiday dates—places operate first-come, first-served. Sessions run continuously 11.00 to 16.00, providing flexibility for families with varying nap schedules and routines.

The session runs during typical late morning hours, making it ideal for combining with other V&A family activities or South Kensington attractions for a full cultural day out.

Discovery Days Spring Surprises at Hyde Park Learning Centre

While central London’s museums offer incredible indoor adventures, Hyde Park Learning Centre brings nature education directly to your family through Discovery Days: Spring Surprises, running April 8–10 during the Easter holidays.

You’ll discover pond life through hands-on dipping activities, explore seasonal changes on guided nature trails, and learn about pollinators through interactive games.

The drop-in format means you can arrive anytime between 11:00–15:00 without booking.

Your children will create seedballs to take home, participate in nature crafts using seasonal materials, and enjoy springtime storytelling sessions. These activities include wildlife garden exploration where families can investigate natural habitats and search through logs for insects and small creatures.

These free activities suit all ages and combine outdoor exploration with creative learning.

Located within Hyde Park’s wildlife garden, this eco-friendly centre offers authentic nature experiences right in central London’s heart.

City Nature Challenge 2025 at Regent’s Park

Over 400 cities worldwide will participate in the City Nature Challenge 2025 from Friday 25–Monday 28 April, and you can join London’s contribution by exploring Regent’s Park during this four-day global “bioblitz.”

You’ll use the free iNaturalist app to photograph and record any wild plants, animals, fungi, or signs of life you discover, helping scientists understand urban biodiversity while creating an engaging family adventure.

Your kids will love spotting the park’s abundant wildlife—from ducks and geese on the lake to ring-necked parakeets in the trees. Join organized hikes led by local naturalists who can help identify species and share fascinating insights about urban wildlife.

Late April’s perfect timing means you’ll capture stunning cherry blossoms and horse chestnut flowers alongside urban-adapted species like grey squirrels and woodpigeons.

Each two-minute observation becomes a mini learning session as the app’s community experts identify your findings, making this free activity both educational and exciting.

Lloyd of the Flies Wetland Bug Hunt at London Wetland Centre

Where else can your children hunt for bugs alongside beloved Aardman characters while discovering the fascinating world of wetland insects? Lloyd of the Flies Wetland Bug Hunt at WWT London Wetland Centre offers exactly this unique adventure from April 5th to June 1st, 2025.

You’ll join Lloyd and his dragonfly friend Dart on interactive outdoor trails designed specifically for families. The activity runs daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with special South Downs segments available April 5th-21st from 10:00-16:30.

Your kids will explore wetland environments while learning about insects through themed trails and hands-on discovery opportunities. The self-guided trail encourages children to develop their natural curiosity while discovering beetles, butterflies, spiders, and other fascinating creatures.

This brilliant partnership between WWT and Aardman, endorsed by the Royal Entomological Society, transforms bug hunting into an engaging educational experience that connects children with nature in Richmond’s stunning wetland setting.

Horniman Spring Fair With Easter Bonnet Parade

What better way to celebrate spring with your family than at the Horniman Spring Fair With Easter Bonnet Parade on Saturday, April 19th, 2025? Running 11am-4pm at Horniman Museum & Gardens, this outdoor event offers fantastic activities for all ages.

Don’t miss the Easter Bonnet Parade at 1-1:30pm – bring your own creative bonnet and show it off at the Bandstand during DJ Danny Nutt’s spring disco.

Free activities include circus skills, fete games, MiniJam musical storytimes for under-4s, and bee tours for 7+.

You’ll find paid options like face painting (£8+), bouncy castles for 3+ (£3), and screen printing (£10).

Meet goats, alpacas, and giant rabbits during Animal Walk encounters, plus enjoy diverse food vendors throughout the blossom-filled gardens. Specialist nurseries will be selling a variety of plants for those looking to bring some spring greenery home.

Supertato Adventure at Kew Gardens

After soaking up the springtime festivities, you’ll find another egg-cellent Easter adventure awaiting at Kew Gardens’ Supertato Adventure from April 5-21, 2025. Your little heroes can join the Super Squad to help Supertato and his veggie friends defeat the mischievous Evil Pea through hands-on challenges and activities.

This spud-tastic event runs 10am-4pm daily (Kew members get early 9am access). It teaches kids about fruit and vegetable growth through interactive games exploring shapes and colors. The experience includes veggie-themed challenges designed to engage children while they learn about plant cultivation.

You’ll discover carnival parades with music, sports zones packed with challenges, and a popular dressing-up area where children can transform into their favorite vegetables for memorable photo opportunities.

The adventure’s included with Kew Gardens entry, making it perfect for Easter holiday family plans that combine education with entertainment.

CBeebies Rainbow Adventure Live Show

Four beloved CBeebies characters come together in London’s CBeebies Rainbow Adventure Live Show, where your little ones set out on a performer-led journey to bring a magical rainbow to life. The Rainbow Gardener guides families through iconic CBeebies rooms, including Duggee’s Clubhouse, JoJo & Gran Gran’s kitchen, Mr Tumble’s living room, and Bluey’s bedroom.

You’ll participate in hands-on activities, dancing, and colorful discoveries while collecting rainbow pieces. The adventure culminates with Duggee’s Disco, where children earn their Disco Badge before lighting up the rainbow finale.

Your family can meet one costume character and potentially snap photos with Bluey. The experience is conveniently located within Westfield Shopping Centre, making it easy to combine with other family activities.

This hour-long immersive experience combines theatre, play, music, and surprises. Tickets cost £52-£66, with shows running throughout 2025. Perfect for ages 4-6.

FREE Minigolf by Craig and Karl at Canary Wharf

Nine vibrant holes await your family at Montgomery Square’s FREE Minigolf by Craig and Karl, East London’s only complimentary minigolf course nestled among Canary Wharf’s towering skyscrapers. This interactive art installation by New York-London duo Craig Redman and Karl Maier transforms April afternoons into colourful adventures with geometric patterns and bold designs.

You’ll find stewards providing rubber-covered putters free of charge, making this pop-up perfect for all ages and skill levels. The small, ace-able holes ensure everyone can succeed while creating brilliant photo opportunities against the striking backdrop. While exploring the area, don’t miss the Paws on the Wharf art trail featuring 25 guide dog sculptures that celebrate these incredible animals while raising awareness of sight loss.

Open daily 12-6pm rain or shine until October 5th, it pairs brilliantly with nearby free ping pong tables. Access is effortless via Canary Wharf’s excellent transport links.

Gorgeous Georgians Trail at Osterley Park and House

You’ll discover ten interactive stations spread across this stunning Georgian estate’s house, formal gardens, and parkland. Your kids can dress up in towering wigs and hoop skirts, design “weird wigs” at the Temple of Pan, and spin the “Wheel of Woe” to uncover grim Georgian jobs like rat catcher or chimney sweep.

The trail’s included with standard admission (free for National Trust members). Gardens open 10:00–17:00, while the house operates Wednesday–Sunday 11:00–16:00. The adventure continues with bike rides and den building activities throughout the historic parkland.

You’ll explore notorious characters like Dick Turpin while learning about Georgian society through trademark Horrible Histories humor.

Great Fire of London Family Walk

While exploring London’s historic streets, your family can step back 350 years to experience one of the city’s most dramatic events through the Great Fire of London Family Walk. Starting near Pudding Lane where the fire began in 1666, you’ll follow the blaze’s path through interactive activities designed for primary school-age children.

Your 60-120 minute journey covers major landmarks including The Monument, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Guildhall. Guides engage kids with stories and role-play about Samuel Pepys and Sir Christopher Wren. The experience includes visual aids like a coloured version of the London Museum’s burning of London illustration to help children visualize the historical events.

Children discover how the fire destroyed 13,200 houses and 87 churches before being stopped by firebreaks and the Thames.

The wheelchair-accessible route runs in all weather, perfectly complementing school curriculum topics while bringing history alive through engaging storytelling.

The Sum Up

You’ve got incredible options to make April unforgettable for your little ones! From hunting chocolate treasures across London’s landmarks to exploring interactive robot exhibits, there’s something magical waiting around every corner. Don’t miss the free activities—they’re often the biggest hits with kids. Book those popular shows and museum events early since April’s peak family time. Pack comfortable shoes, bring your camera, and get ready for adventure-filled days that’ll create lasting memories for the whole family.