From egg hunts to petting zoos, adorable afternoon teas to stunning stage productions, we’ve rounded up the best Easter activities in London to do with the kids. Expect copious amounts of chocolate, themed events and a whole lot of fun.
Scroll on for the best Easter activities in London
Themed Afternoon Tea at The Kensington
Embark on a swift journey around the world courtesy of The Kensington’s cute 80 Days Around The World afternoon tea. Taking inspiration from Jule Verne’s headstrong hero Phileas Fogg, the tea celebrates his adventures through themed bites.
Expect each treat to be inspired by countries around the world, from Hong Kong-inspired miso and sweet potato tapioca balls to Indian-inspired kheer pudding with raspberry compote and pistachio cream.
WHERE: 109-113 QUEEN’S GATE, SOUTH KENSINGTON, SW7 5LP
WEBSITE: WWW.DOYLECOLLECTION.COM
Family Film Club, Barbican Centre
The Barbican hosts a weekly family film club, allowing you and all your family to fall in love with the magic of cinema.
Taking place every Saturday morning, their Easter holiday line-up looks epic. On Saturday 1st, kiddies can catch the witty Big Bad Fox and Other Tales and a flash film quiz after the screening, while Saturday 8th will see you return to the land of Oz in the 1939 film, The Wizard of Oz.
WHEN: EVERY SATURDAY
WHERE: BARBICAN CINEMA 2, BEECH STREET, BARBICAN, EC1Y 8AA
WEBSITE: WWW.BARBICAN.ORG.UK
BBC Earth Experience
London’s set to get a brand new immersive experience this spring. Created in partnership with BBC Studios, Moon Eye Productions and Live Nation, the BBC Earth Experience offers a 360 degree audio-visual journey, featuring footage from the TV series Seven Worlds, One Planet.
Narrated by David Attenborough, you’ll have the chance to be fully immersed and get stuck into the wonders of planet Earth. Journey through the ocean floor in the Water Life room, immerse yourself in the drone footage on the Vista Stage and see the wonders that grace the plant on a microscopic level in the Micro Life room. Educational and fun, this is a great one for all the family.
WHEN: 30.03.2023 – 31.07.2023
WHERE: THE DAIKIN CENTRE, EARL’S COURT, EMPRESS PLACE, SW6 1TT
WEBSITE: WWW.BBCEARTHEXPERIENCE.COM
Frozen the Musical
Whether you’re seeing it for the first time or the umpteenth time, Frozen the Musical brings Disney’s most loved princesses to life on the big stage. Now on stage at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, let your imagination run wild as you see Elsa and Anna’s story unfold through beautiful costumes, special effects and stunning scenery.
Before you head onto the adventure, why not stop by The Grand Saloon at The Lane to try Lily Vanilli’s afternoon tea.
WHERE: THE LANE, CATHERINE STREET, COVENT GARDEN, WC2B 5JF
WEBSITE: WWW.THELANE.CO.UK
Puttshack
Not your typical family outing, Puttshack is the perfect place to let off some steam and allow your friendly competitive side loose. It’s the world’s first tech-infused mini gold, inspired by arcade games and fairground games.
They’ve got four London locations and serve up kid-friendly food too. Think stonebaked pizzas, dirty burgers and chocolate churros.
WHERE: BANK, WHITE CITY, WATFORD & LAKESIDE
WEBSITE: WWW.PUTTSHACK.COM
The Peter Rabbit Easter Experience
It isn’t Easter without a mention of Peter Rabbit. This spring all the magic of Beatrix Potter’s loveable stories come to life in Covent Garden.
Spread across dates in March and April, the experience will see you helping Miss Potter out on a rescue mission, learn how to drive in a mini ROVER at Mr McGregor’s obstacle course and even a few photo ops with Peter Rabbit himself.
WHEN: 21.03.2023 – 16.04.2023
WHERE: CHESTNUT BAKERY, 24 FLORAL STREET, WC2E 9DS
WEBSITE: WWW.FEVERUP.COM
Cutty Sark
It wouldn’t be a half-term guide without a mention to our favourite little ship: Cutty Sark. Now around 200 years old, kiddies can uncover all about the history of the Cutty Sark, the fastest clipper, discover its weird and wonderful characters, and explore the incredible naval college buildings.
This Easter they’ve got plenty of themed activities going on too, from meeting Cutty Sark’s colourful characters to creating giant drawings of the future.
WHERE: KING WILLIAM WALK, GREENWICH, SE10 9HT
WEBSITE: WWW.RMG.CO.UK
Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur, Natural History Museum
If you’ve got a little dinosaur-obsessed human at home, make their dreams a reality Easter break and book in for the Natural History Museum’s brand new exhibition dedicated to the largest creatures to have ever walked our planet.
Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur takes a look at the Patagotitan mayorum. On display for the first time in Europe, this gigantic dino is four times heavier than Dippy the Diplodcus and 12 metres longer than Hope, the museum’s blue whale.
The dinosaur kingdom will come to life through this mega exhibition, from illustrations of Cretaceous plants and animals to interactive zones.
WHEN: 31.03.2023 – 07.01.2024
WHERE: NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, CROMWELL ROAD, SOUTH KENSINGTON, SW7 5BD
WEBSITE: WWW.NHM.AC.UK
By The Handbook
Themed Afternoon Tea at The Kensington
Family Film Club, Barbican Centre
BBC Earth Experience
Frozen the Musical
Puttshack
The Peter Rabbit Easter Experience
Cutty Sark
Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur, Natural History Museum
