Finding things to do with kids in London is important for families. When travelling with children, parents know how vital it is to keep their children entertained and engaged; nothing puts a damper on an otherwise enjoyable trip like a whiny or grouchy child.

With all the child-friendly things available in London, it is easy to find all sorts of activities that parents and children will both enjoy.

If your children are fond of animals, Mudchute Park and Farm is a wonderful open space with farm animals to pet, horses to ride, and wild spaces to explore.

Spitalfields City Farm is another green place in London, be sure to take advantage of the picnic areas and fire pit.

Whipsnade Wild Animal Park has animals of a rather different sort; you can ride on a miniature train and observe animals like monkeys, cheetahs, and rhinos wandering around their custom-built enclosures.

The Battersea Dogs and Cats Home will appeal to children who love animals and pets, it is one of the oldest and most respected animal shelters in the UK and it welcomes visitors of all ages.

Every child loves parks, and London has some really impressive ones. The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground in Kensington has a fun Peter Pan theme and is designed to be accessible to children of all ages and abilities.

Coram’s Fields in Bloomsbury is an amazing collection of kid-pleasing activities; with a playground, a paddling pool, and much more it is a child's dream come true.

Thorpe Park is an amusement park with rides suitable for kids of all ages, and Legoland Windsor Theme Park (pictured) is a wonderland perfect for children and adults who enjoy building with Lego bricks.

For children who enjoy museums, Madame Tussauds has an amazing collection of wax models, everything from world leaders to mass murderers is on display there.

The London Bridge Experience is another child-friendly exhibit that is sure to delight and surprise.

Things to do with kids in London are plentiful, so choose carefully and have fun.

The Battersea Dogs and Cats Home is perfect for children who love pets, they will enjoy visiting the animals while learning valuable lessons about responsible pet ownership.

Coram’s Fields was once the site of the old Foundling Hospital which took in and cared for unwanted babies, and these days it still is a place dedicated to children's well-being.

London's Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground is a perfect place to bring children; its open play philosophy gives children the opportunity to exercise their imaginations as well as their bodies.

At Legoland Windsor, kids can immerse themselves in a wonderland full of Legos, and adults can get in on the fun, too.

The London Bridge Experience brings to life the fascinating and somewhat gruesome history of the bridge with interactive sets and displays.

If you are buying Madame Tussauds tickets when travelling with children, it is advisable to book the family ticket plan; you will get a large discount as well as being able to select the time of your arrival.

Mudchute Park and Farm is dedicated to providing a taste of country life to the people of London complete with farm animals and open fields.

Spitalfields City Farm is a great place to bring children; most of them love watching the animals and they are sure to learn a thing or two as well.

Thorpe Park rides are sure to delight even the most dedicated theme park aficionado; the Stealth roller coaster has the fastest acceleration in Europe.

If you are looking for things to do with kids in London the Whipsnade Wild Animal Park has an impressive collection of animals on exhibit; more than 6000 creatures call the park home.

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