Fun places to visit with the kids during the half term holidays in London

Thinking of ways to entertain the kids during the half-term holidays? We have rounded up some of the best places to visit in London to keep the whole family happy and entertained.

Balloon Museum

The Balloon Museum has been the talk of the town, with photos of giant balloons plastered all over social media! Nineteen artists have created an installation in their own room, Each installation has a unique style and each one portrays a different emotion through the medium of balloons, think joy, happiness, fear and anger… There’s even a gigantic ball pit, for both kids and adults to get involved in… But it’s no ordinary ball pit, don’t worry we won’t spoil the surprise… The Balloon Museum is a pop-up and only in London until 18th Feb, so we advise you book your tickets now, to avoid any disappointment.

The Balloon Museum runs at Old Billingsgate until 18th February 2024

Tickets from £32 | Children under 15 from £18 | Children Under 4* – free.

To purchase a ticket visit www.balloonmuseum.world/lp-london

Photo by Matt Chung

Discover Children’s Story Centre

Discover Children’s Story Centre is a magical place for children aged 0 to 11, where curiosity, imagination and play is high on the agenda! Children can follow a story trail in the indoor exhibitions or embark on an adventure in the story garden. There are different exhibits throughout the year, so you’ll want to come back time and time again.

Address: 383-387 High Street, Stratford, London, E15 4QZ

To book your tickets visit https://discover.org.uk

Photo by Sorcha Bridge

Frameless

At Frameless, art comes to life as a dramatic sensory experience, taking you through rooms of revolving and evolving art as it springs to life around you, displaying the work of world-renowned artists including Monet, Dali and Klimt. Kids will be wowed by the moving art, and the sound and light in each room is so unique and spectacular, it will certainly keep the kids engaged and entertained.

Address: 6 Marble Arch, London, W1H 7AP

To book your tickets visit https://frameless.com

Photo by Montana Lowery

Twist Museum

Enter Twist Museum and you will be taken on a mind-bending journey where your perceptions are tested as you walk through the museum participating in all the tasks. Kids can step into mind-altering immersive rooms and can get up close and personal with unexpected interactive illusions. It’s great fun for all the family.

Address: 248 Oxford St, London, W1C 1DH

To book your tickets visit https://twistmuseum.com

Photo by Nyla Sammons

Virtual reality arcade DNA VR

Families and kids will be entertained with over 50 thrilling virtual reality games offered at virtual reality arcade DNA VR. Games include Angry Birds VR and Skiing VR, with games suitable from ages 7+. Children can get their creative juices flowing with ABC Paint, or playfully experience the fantasy adventure Plush Rush where toys come to life. There is hours of entertainment and lots of fun to be had at DNA VR.

To book tickets visit www.dnavr.co.uk

Photo courtesy of DNA VR