The best family-friendly activities in England for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

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Sherlock Holmes Private Walking Tour in London

The original, oldest and best 'Sherlock' tour/ Immerse yourself in the world of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson on this private 4-hour walking tour in …More

The original, oldest and best 'Sherlock' tour/ Immerse yourself in the world of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson on this private 4-hour walking tour in...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$115
Brighton City Bike Tour

Brighton is always an exuberant blend of color, culture, and trend-setting vibes, and has long been known as the London by the Sea. Submerge yourself …More

Brighton is always an exuberant blend of color, culture, and trend-setting vibes, and has long been known as the London by the Sea. Submerge yourself...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Fast Access Westminster Abbey Private Tour with a London Blue Badge Guide

Join this 2,5-hour tour and discover one of the world's most famous and recognisable landmarks, steeped in British history. The books you studied at school …More

Join this 2,5-hour tour and discover one of the world's most famous and recognisable landmarks, steeped in British history. The books you studied at school...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$112
Crime and Policing London Walking Tour

Enjoy Police TV shows and Crime Dramas. Come and hear all about real Cops & Villains. The 'London Police and Crime Walking Tour', is the …More

Enjoy Police TV shows and Crime Dramas. Come and hear all about real Cops & Villains. The 'London Police and Crime Walking Tour', is the...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$108
Oxford Private Day Trip from London: Lunch & Colleges Option

Explore the charming city of Oxford on this private walking tour from London. Visit prestigious universities, including Christ Church College, with skip-the-line tickets. Your local …More

Explore the charming city of Oxford on this private walking tour from London. Visit prestigious universities, including Christ Church College, with skip-the-line tickets. Your local...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$271
Royal English Walking Food Tour With London Food Tours

Whether you are new to London or a seasoned traveller, this guided, small-group, 3.5-hour walking food tour takes you on a journey through the unique history, …More

Whether you are new to London or a seasoned traveller, this guided, small-group, 3.5-hour walking food tour takes you on a journey through the unique history,...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$268
Guided tour to Bath & Stonehenge from Cambridge by Roots Travel.

Roots Travel & Tours has been running tours since 2006 to Stonehenge, Bath, York, Windsor, Oxford, The Cotswolds, Brighton Sratford, and other amazing places. Our …More

Roots Travel & Tours has been running tours since 2006 to Stonehenge, Bath, York, Windsor, Oxford, The Cotswolds, Brighton Sratford, and other amazing places. Our...

13 hours Free Cancellation
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$228
Jack the Ripper Mystery Walks

This is a fun and entertaining experience where you will meet like minded people and learn some of London's dark history and see original Victorian …More

This is a fun and entertaining experience where you will meet like minded people and learn some of London's dark history and see original Victorian...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
David Bowie Walking Tour of London

This is the only specialist David Bowie-themed tour that links two important locations in his life - Brixton, and Soho. Led by an expert on …More

This is the only specialist David Bowie-themed tour that links two important locations in his life - Brixton, and Soho. Led by an expert on...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (53)
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$27
Queen Highlights Walking Tour of London

Overview After meeting outside, South Kensington underground station, you will make your way to Beit Quadrangle where Queen performed their first London gig in 1970. …More

Overview After meeting outside, South Kensington underground station, you will make your way to Beit Quadrangle where Queen performed their first London gig in 1970....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (32)
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$35
Stonehenge and Bath Tour from Oxford

Experience two of England's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day with our fun, Oxford-educated guides who work to ensure there are NO …More

Experience two of England's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites in one day with our fun, Oxford-educated guides who work to ensure there are NO...

9 hours
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$236
Tales from the Necropolis - A Ghost Walk Through St. James Cemetery

St. James Cemetery is one of the most strangely beautiful and haunted locations in the world. We will guide you by lantern light through this …More

St. James Cemetery is one of the most strangely beautiful and haunted locations in the world. We will guide you by lantern light through this...

1 hour 13 minutes
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$25
The History of London City Center Tour Semi-Private 12ppl Max

Start off your trip to London with a 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour detailing the city’s rich history. Our top rated …More

Start off your trip to London with a 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour detailing the city’s rich history. Our top rated...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Cotswolds: Half-Day, Small Group (max 8 guests) from Bath

On this afternoon tour, you'll encounter one of the most iconic and idyllic Cotswolds villages before enjoying afternoon refreshments tea before heading back to Bath. …More

On this afternoon tour, you'll encounter one of the most iconic and idyllic Cotswolds villages before enjoying afternoon refreshments tea before heading back to Bath....

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$135
Agatha Christie London Walking Tour

Join this unique Agatha Christie London Walking Tour to see how the capital, its institutions and its people, inspired the Queen of Crime to create …More

Join this unique Agatha Christie London Walking Tour to see how the capital, its institutions and its people, inspired the Queen of Crime to create...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$34
Sherlock Holmes BBC Series and Traditional Locations - A Very Small Group Tour

For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect tour to take you deep into the world of the great Detective and the loyal friend Dr Watson. …More

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For all Sherlock Holmes fans! The perfect tour to take you deep into the world of the great Detective and the loyal friend Dr Watson....

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
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$120
Easy Access Tower Bridge and Engine Room & Scenic Thames Cruise

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of London with our fully guided 3-hour Tower Bridge Experience and Thames River Cruise. Led by a …More

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of London with our fully guided 3-hour Tower Bridge Experience and Thames River Cruise. Led by a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$93
Private Family Bike Tour of London, fun for all ages!

Blow out the cobwebs and get active on an unforgettable cycling adventure that will be the highlight of your London vacation. Your very own Tally …More

Blow out the cobwebs and get active on an unforgettable cycling adventure that will be the highlight of your London vacation. Your very own Tally...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$88
Private Night Photography Tour in London

Explore night photography and learn to capture stunning night time photos by mastering some of the most creative elements of photography. Whether you are starting …More

Explore night photography and learn to capture stunning night time photos by mastering some of the most creative elements of photography. Whether you are starting...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$94
Private Tour, Entry to Westminster Abbey and London Highlights

Join us for this half day tour around Westminster, a unique area where the Royalty meets Government. Starting in the beautiful Westminster Abbey, your guide …More

Join us for this half day tour around Westminster, a unique area where the Royalty meets Government. Starting in the beautiful Westminster Abbey, your guide...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$132
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