The best half-term activities in London
Keep the kids busy and entertained this May 2019 half-term with some fantastic activities around London
If you’re looking for things to do with the kids in London this May half-term (Monday 27 -Friday 31 May), you’re in luck. We’ve picked a bunch of the best children’s events taking place in the capital over the week, so you can pack your calendar with must-dos. From family-friendly festivals to rainy-day exhibitions and outdoor film screenings, there’s loads to keep them busy. Book ahead wherever possible, get there nice and early and stock up on snacks for the queues.
Check our full guide to half-term in London for more events.
Half-term activities for kids
Brick Wonders
Lego lovers will be in their element at the Horniman Museum’s Brick Wonders exhibition. There are about 50 Lego models on display – that’s about half a million bricks if you’re counting – covering everything from ancient pyramids to the International Space Station. There are interactive play areas and a mini-cinema showing LEGO animation shorts, and you can buy a combi ticket if you fancy ticking off the aquarium and Butterfly House while you’re here. Family ticket £18.
Beasts of London
Come face-to-face with the beasts who once roamed the city in the Museum of London’s new interactive digital installation. 'Beasts of London' takes visitors on a journey through London’s past via a cast of animal narrators.
Morgan & West's Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show for Kids & Childish Grown Ups
Time-travelling magicians Morgan & West have sleeves full of tricks that will astound kids, and bamboozle adults. Close-up magic, jokes, and plenty of audience involvement make this a ridiculously entertaining hour of Victorian-themed trickery.
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