Kids in London
Expats moving to London with children in tow can take comfort in the fact there is plenty to see and do, regardless of the weather.
On summer days take the kids for a ride on the hop-on hop-off topless sightseeing buses; the ticket also gives you a Thames River boat ride that takes you past numerous city attractions. Other options for fun in the sun include exploring the wonderful parks like St. James, Regents Park and Hyde Park.
In the event of cold or rainy weather check out Madame Tussauds, with its wax sculptures of famous people, and Hamleys Toy Shop, for the single best collection of wallet-sapping toys in the world.
Other great activities for expat kids in London are the London Eye, especially at night, and the London Dungeon, with its gory re-creations of London’s medieval past.
Great museums for kids are the fun-filled Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the charming Victoria & Albert Museum.
The West End offers a range of theatre experiences aimed at children. Classic shows include The Lion King, Aladdin and Potted Pirates.
Another good option is the well managed and fascinating London Zoo, about the closest you’ll get to life-threatening animals in Britain.
A little further afield is the Chessington World of Adventures - a theme park complete with zoo, roller coasters and water slides.
Finally, a top winter attraction is the Alexandra Palace Ice Rink, which allows for skating and other ice based fun.
On summer days take the kids for a ride on the hop-on hop-off topless sightseeing buses; the ticket also gives you a Thames River boat ride that takes you past numerous city attractions. Other options for fun in the sun include exploring the wonderful parks like St. James, Regents Park and Hyde Park.
In the event of cold or rainy weather check out Madame Tussauds, with its wax sculptures of famous people, and Hamleys Toy Shop, for the single best collection of wallet-sapping toys in the world.
Other great activities for expat kids in London are the London Eye, especially at night, and the London Dungeon, with its gory re-creations of London’s medieval past.
Great museums for kids are the fun-filled Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the charming Victoria & Albert Museum.
The West End offers a range of theatre experiences aimed at children. Classic shows include The Lion King, Aladdin and Potted Pirates.
Another good option is the well managed and fascinating London Zoo, about the closest you’ll get to life-threatening animals in Britain.
A little further afield is the Chessington World of Adventures - a theme park complete with zoo, roller coasters and water slides.
Finally, a top winter attraction is the Alexandra Palace Ice Rink, which allows for skating and other ice based fun.
