Family Breaks and Holidays in London
With its beautiful parks and riverfront terraces, summer is the perfect time to explore London. The city's wealth of iconic family-friendly museums and historical monuments host summertime schedules and the streets burst with life. Discover what to do with children in London with our Millennium Hotels offers.
1. Arrival and Accommodation:
Enjoy a luxury stay in the heart of the action with these convenient Millennium Hotels across London.
The Chelsea Harbour Hotel & Spa
This spa hotel is nestled along the Chelsea riverfront and boasts a child-friendly swimming pool and harbour-view dining. With instant access to Thames Clippers via Chelsea Harbour Pier, you can discover the breadth of London or explore vibrant local areas, like Battersea, Chelsea and Fulham.
The Bailey's Hotel London
This charming Victorian hotel offers an exciting slice of the past with modern-day comforts. It's located just a stone's throw from Kensington's magnificent museums and features spacious connecting suites for families.
Millennium Hotel London Knightsbridge
The perfect location for shopping and sightseeing, this hotel is situated along London's desirable Sloan Street, in between Hyde Park and Harrods. Its family-friendly rooms and suites provide sprawling city views with plentiful attractions on its doorstep.
Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington
This stylish hotel off Gloucester Road is perfectly placed for Kensington's world-renowned museums, like the Natural History Museum. Its spacious rooms are packed with plenty of amenities to keep your family recharged throughout a summer stay.
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
This inviting hotel is tucked away near Kensington High Street and Hyde Park. With spacious family suites with living rooms and fireplaces, it's the perfect home away from home for sightseeing in London.
2. Family-Friendly Activities
If you're wondering what to do with kids in London, follow this fun London family holiday outline.
Day 1: Historical Adventures
Morning: Visit a waterfront monument like the Tower of London, where you can tour some 10 centuries of history with a Beefeater guide.
Afternoon: Enjoy a Thames River Cruise departing from Tower Millennium Pier heading west to soak up panoramic views of the Thames from London Bridge to Chelsea.
Evening: Enjoy an evening relaxing at your hotel and make use of its spa or pool facilities, followed by dinner at a family-friendly restaurant.
Day 2: Museums and Parks
Morning: Take your pick of Kensington's fun museums, from the Natural History Museum to the Science Museum and the glorious V&A.
Afternoon: Soak in the sunshine with a playtime and picnic at Hyde Park.
Evening: Take your family into the West End to catch a show or enjoy a themed restaurant.
Day 3: Shopping and Entertainment
Morning: Explore the shops of Knightsbridge and Kensington, including the iconic Harrods and Fortnum & Mason.
Afternoon: Enjoy the best of Regent Street with a trip to Hamleys or enjoy the boutiques, stores and shows of Covent Garden.
Evening: Make the most of a final night in London with a night-time city tour. The Southbank makes for a fun stroll with city views from the London Eye.
3. Dining and Relaxation:
Hotel Dining
Each Millennium Hotel offers diverse culinary options to cater to all tastes in comfort. From The Bailey's delectable Afternoon Tea to the Chelsea Harbour Hotel's seafood brasserie, you needn't leave your hotel to find fabulous dining.
Local Eateries
A summer holiday in London is the perfect time to enjoy the city's best food, from simple cafes to street vendors. While Borough Market is the most popular for street food, other highlights include Malty Street, Seven Dials and Spitalfields. Head to a family-friendly pub for authentic English staples like bangers and mash.
4. Tips for a Smooth Family Holiday
Transportation
The Underground is the most convenient means of exploring London. Kids under 10 travel for free and children under 15 can get a special Oyster Card. In particular, newer services, like the Elizabeth Line, are more spacious for strollers. You can buy individual paper travel cards or top-up Oyster Cards, although debit and credit cards work just the same. Your Oyster Card can also be used on buses and Thames Clippers throughout your trip. You may find taxis more convenient for tired legs, particularly in the evening.
Entertainment for Kids
London has no shortage of child-friendly attractions, like the London Zoo or Shrek’s Adventure. If the weather begins to turn for the worse, older kids will adore the London Dungeon and Harry Potter fans can learn the tricks of filmmaking with a Warner Bros. Studio Tour. If you're wondering what to do in London in August specifically, there are plenty of limited activities to look for, like the Paddington Bear Experience on the Southbank.
Book your London family holiday with Millennium Hotels this summer
Whether your family loves history or art, London is one of the most kid-friendly cities to visit in Europe. From generous hands-on displays at the Science Museum to pedal boating on Hyde Park's Serpentine Lake, there's plenty to do throughout the summer.
Book a Millennium Hotels Stay With More room, where two kids can stay and eat for free in London. Enjoy the perfect blend of luxury, relaxation and fun family memories when you book a secure stay today.
