London offers plenty of fun in May! Whether you’re strolling through parks, visiting museums, or trying new thrilling experiences, there’s something for everyone. Here are the top family-friendly activities happening in London this month!
For the little ones and their families
Experience the ultimate family fun with Tuff Nutterz, the UK’s biggest inflatable obstacle course! Measuring 300 metres long, this supersize inflatable maze is packed with action-packed challenges alongside a towering 6-meter slide that promises to thrill for all ages!
Looking for the perfect day out with your little ones? Head to LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort where imagination comes to life! With rides, shows, and LEGO®-themed adventures for all ages, it’s a family experience you won’t want to miss.
Kensington Mums recommends:
- Bring a pushchair for all toddlers – not only can this save you time and you can push your little ones, but it will also serve as a trolley to carry all your ‘things’.
- Bring a bottle of water, as you can fill and refill it with water for free.
- Sanitiser and plenty of tissue paper are always good to have and keep handy.
- Comfortable shoes
- Change of clothes for your little ones, to be prepared in the event of an accident
- Swimming costume, as the little ones can cool off on a sunny day at the Splash Safari (weather permitting)
- Towels
- Sunscreen
- Tip: Buy the Vip pass, even if it’s more expensive, it’s worth it if you do not want to spend half of the day queuing.
Explore some of Shakespeare’s most enchanting comedies with your little ones! A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Romeo and Juliet are in-person workshops at Shakespeare’s Globe for 5 to 8-year-olds and their families.
Get ready to be blown away! This brand new, exciting and educational show at the Lyric Hammersmith – Exciting Science – will delight all ages from 4 years & upwards on 10th May. Packed with fun & fact-filled experiments, the show features volcanic eruptions, a vacuum cleaner turned missile launcher, and an incredible smoke blaster!
Head to the Brompton Library every Saturday for a fun-filled story session, arts, and crafts. The Crafty Creations sessions are ideal for children aged 5 and over, though younger children are always welcome to join in.
Learn to make Kumiko Latticework Coasters at Japan House between 6th and 13th May. Discover the beauty and precision of kumiko wood latticework and assemble your own decorative wooden coaster in this hands-on 45-minute workshop.
For the fans of thrills
Step through the iconic Jurassic World gates and begin an unforgettable journey across 10 immersive zones that brings to life one of the biggest blockbuster franchises in cinema history. Jurassic World: The Experience immerses you in interactive scenes inspired by the film at NEON at Battersea Power Station.
Sit back, look up and embark on a journey through the history of space exploration at the Natural History Museum. Space Odyssey is an immersive planetarium show for all the family on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June.
You’ve seen Squid Game on Netflix, now play it in real life! Squid Game: The Experience is the ultimate test of survival, strategy, and skill as you go head-to-head with other contestants in a series of games masterminded by the infamous Front Man. Let the games begin…
Trace the steps of our ancestors on an epic journey told with a thrilling mix of dance, gravity-defying acrobatic tricks and dynamic parkour. Lively and joyous, HENGE at the Southbank Centre is a celebration of human curiosity and ingenuity for the whole family.
Discover the excitement of Monopoly Lifesized in London! Monopoly Lifesized is an immersive, escape room-style experience that brings the classic board game to life on a massive 15m x 15m board. Fun guaranteed!
For the outdoor enthusiasts
Join Rose for a relaxing Yoga in the Garden session in a tranquil oasis, surrounded by lush trees and flowers at Leighton House. Let the soothing melodies of setar player Rambod Latifi enhance your movements and deepen your concentration. There’s no better place to awaken your inner peaceful warrior!
Discover Holland Park’s flying nocturnal residents with an expert from the London Bat Group. After an introductory talk, head on a walk around the park to search for these mammals equipped with bat detectors. Please bring a torch with you. The Spring Bat Walk is FREE, but donations to the London Bat Group are encouraged. Booking essential.
Step back in time at Discover Days: Time Travellers, an event taking place on 27th and 29th May in Hyde Park. Travel through the history of The Royal Parks with fun activities such as creating plant prints with a mallet, designing a park of the future, trying your hand at calligraphy, and meeting Queen Victoria in person!
Destination spotlight: Alpin Juwel
Nestled in the stunning Austrian Alps, Alpin Juwel offers a perfect blend of luxury, nature, and family-friendly experiences. Alpin Juwel boasts 76 beautifully designed rooms and suites, each offering a blend of traditional charm and modern comfort. For families, the Juwel Courtyard and Kids Club provide endless entertainment for the little ones, while parents can unwind in the AJ-Veda Spa. Alpin Juwel also offers childcare services during peak seasons, a kids’ playland with billiards, arcade games and a room for arts and crafts. The hotel also features a Juwel courtyard where kids can play and enjoy trampoline fun! During the summer, the hotel organises guided family hikes. The Joker Card, which is included with your stay, provides free access to mountain lifts and local attractions, making it easy to explore the beautiful surroundings.
And finally, for the foodies
Sit back and experience delicious, authentic Singaporean, Malaysian and Chinese food with a modern twist in the heart of London. Considered to be one of London’s best Asian restaurants, The Bugis restaurant encompasses a relaxed ambience with fabulous international cuisine. It takes its name ‘The Bugis’ from the bustling area in Singapore, renowned for its flair of street food and flavours.
Sizzle on down to KGK, the first and only Korean grill in the Kensington area. KGK is the only restaurant in London to offer an Omakase dining experience. Omakase means ‘I leave it up to you,’ diners leave it up to the chef to select and serve seasonal specialities. Get ready to flip meats on a grill, drink Korean traditional vodka soju and enjoy a seasonal Korean milkshake for dessert. KGK has compiled everything you need to know about savouring a traditional Korean BBQ experience.
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