Top England Kid-Friendly Tours

Reaching the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on the outskirts of London means working out trains and connections before you even arrive. Ride a coach straight there from central London at a departure time you pick when booking, with entry included. Once inside, explore the film sets, costumes, and props of the Harry Potter™ movies at your own pace, and see how the special effects were made.

Ensure you have a stress-free visit to Whipsnade Zoo by pre-purchasing your admission ticket. Instead of waiting in line to buy your ticket, simply head right in to check out key highlights, including the Centre for Elephant Care, the Butterfly House, the Whipsnade Zoo Aquarium, and a massive play area.

See London's top landmarks from a whole new perspective as you glide 90 metres above the River Thames on this unforgettable cable car experience. Take in sweeping views of Canary Wharf, the O2, St Paul's Cathedral, Maritime Greenwich, and more from the comfort of your seat high in the sky. It's the perfect pause in a busy day of sightseeing. Plus, upgrade to a fast-track ticket and skip the queues. Great for families.

One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Save yourself any sightseeing hassle, and secure your admission before you travel, when you book your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies for impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks.

A walk-up visit to Shrek's Adventure! London can mean queueing for tickets with restless kids in tow. This prebooked admission ticket sets your entry time in advance, so you can head straight in as soon as you arrive. Inside, the attraction runs on interactive performances, a 4D DreamWorks bus ride through London, and walk-through themed areas, with characters from the films appearing along the way.

The South Bank's busiest attractions draw long entry lines, especially in the school holidays. Booking SEA LIFE® London Aquarium in advance lets you pick a time slot and head in at the hour you choose. Inside, themed zones take you through marine life from sharks and eels to clownfish and turtles, with a glass tunnel that puts the tanks overhead and a suspended platform above the sharks, plus daily feedings and talks.

Understanding how Shakespeare’s plays were staged is far easier with access beyond the audience areas. This tour takes you inside Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the reconstructed Elizabethan playhouse. Learn how actors performed, how sets were designed, and how audiences experienced theater in Shakespeare’s time through lively, informative commentary. Upgrade your visit to include a themed afternoon tea inspired by "A Midsummer Night’s Dream".

Discover London’s iconic landmarks on a fun-filled 45-minute open-top bus tour, perfect for the whole family. Engaging guides share fascinating stories and historical facts that captivate both kids and adults. Enjoy views of famous sights like Big Ben, the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, and more. Designed to offer beautiful photo opportunities, this kid-focused tour combines education and entertainment. Enhance your experience with optional visits to the London Eye, Madame Tussauds, or a Thames River cruise.

Explore London’s top sights with flexibility aboard an open-top, double-decker bus. Get off only at the stops you're interested in and choose the ticket duration that works best for you. Travel between Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and more while enjoying panoramic city views from an open-top bus. Explore at your own pace, learn local history with onboard commentary, and upgrade your experience to include a River Thames cruise for a fresh perspective of the capital.

The Warner Bros. Studio, where the Harry Potter™ movies were made, is located on the outskirts of London, making getting there a challenge. This full-day tour includes round-trip coach transportation from central London and allows you to effortlessly spend the day exploring spellbinding movie sets independently.

Designed for Harry Potter ™ fans who want more than just photo stops, this immersive walking tour brings London’s wizarding connections to life through filming locations and the real landmarks that inspired the books. Explore areas such as Soho and Covent Garden while following a guide, picking up behind-the-scenes trivia along the way, taking part in a fun quiz, and even getting sorted into your Hogwarts house.

Journey back to the Middle Ages with this full-day admission ticket to Warwick Castle. Explore the historic castle, brought to life by actors and interactive displays, and wander across some 64 acres (26 hectares) of parkland. Take in the views from the ramparts, enjoy the spectacular Flight of the Eagles show, and see one of the world’s largest fireball catapults.

The British Museum is home to an acclaimed collection of artifacts from around the world—but exhibits aren’t usually set up in a way that kids can understand. Ideal for families, this private tour makes museum-going fun through games and kid-friendly commentary. Learn about treasures like the Rosetta Stone, Ginger the Egyptian mummy, and the Lewis Chessmen as you explore the museum with a guide.

Explore beyond London and combine two classic itinerary stops without the hassle of planning. First, explore Oxford’s historic landmarks, including the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, along with other university sites. Then, immerse yourself in the magic of Harry Potter™ on a Warner Bros. Studio Tour. View costumes worn by beloved characters and walk through real movie sets.

Explore an incredible underwater world at SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth and get closer than ever before to the creatures and features of the world’s oceans, with over 1,500 sea creatures and the 250,000 litre Tropical Ocean Display/tunnel is where you can see an awesome array of creatures and our largest inhabitants as they roam around the Lost City of Atlantis! Interact with our playful Humboldt penguins as they swim and socialise together and immerse yourself in the mysterious and graceful world of Rays in ‘under the Raydar’! Find out how it feels to touch a starfish at the Interactive Rockpool Experience and discover the world's smallest crocodiles! Make the most of your visit and enjoy the daily fun talks, animal feeds, special events and an adventure quiz - there’s plenty for everyone to enjoy at SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth.

Guarantee your entry before you arrive at the London Zoo by pre-booking your tickets. This major conservation zoo and tourist attraction has enough habitats and activities to keep you—and your kids—engaged for hours. Once you head inside, you can explore its highlights all at your own pace, and visit the animals that interest you most.

Harry Potter fans in London may rush to the Warner Bros. studio, but plenty of magical movie locations can be found within the British capital. Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour through central London and see the real-life spots that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.

Instead of wasting vacation time in queues, save time by booking your ticket in advance and immerse yourself in glamour and spectacle at Madame Tussauds London. Head to the world-famous attraction and spend some quality time with remarkable wax replicas of popular celebrity figures. Enjoy access to the interactive Marvel Super Heroes 4D Exhibition, Spirit of London Ride, Chamber of Horrors, and more.

Immerse yourself in London’s history with this private tour of over 20 of the city’s top attractions, including entry into Churchill’s War Rooms. See where Sir Winston Churchill’s war cabinet lived, worked, and strategized victory during WWII. Visit essential London sights from Parliament Square to Big Ben to Westminster Abbey and more. Great for families.

The Warner. Bros Studio, where the Harry Potter films were made, can be a challenge to reach. Make getting there easy during this full-day self-guided excursion, which includes round-trip coach transportation from central London. Explore all the details that went into the making of the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office and more.

Spend the day discovering the wonders of the deep at Hunstanton SEA LIFE Sanctuary. Book in advance to avoid waiting and enjoy access to the Seal Hospital & Rescue Centre, and exhibits containing more than 2,000 marine species. Plus, you can sit back and relax in a coffee shop overlooking Hunstanton’s picturesque seafront.

Experience the world of wizardry on a tour of London's Harry Potter™ filming locations. Cruise through the city on the same type of bus used for the Knight Bus as you visit landmarks such as the Millennium Bridge and Borough Market. Along the way, enjoy insider stories about the making of the Harry Potter films and visit famous locations that inspired the epic series.

Keep the whole family engaged on this private kid-friendly guided tour of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Avoid long lines with prebooked admission tickets. Hear fascinating legends and stories that bring the attractions to life. Highlights include seeing the Crown Jewels and admiring unique London views from Tower Bridge's high-level walkways.