London family itinerary
Greenwich - London Aquarium - London Eye - West End - Science Museum - Madame Tussauds - London Zoo - Marine Ices
Overview
This fabulous 2-day London itinerary will take you and your family around to some of London's best family attractions. There's something for everyone, and with so much to do, you definitely won't be bored!
Day 1: Greenwich - London Aquarium - London Eye - West End
Greenwich - London Aquarium: 6 miles (10 km)
London Aquarium - London Eye: 600 ft (183m)
London Eye - West End: 2 miles (3 km)
Totals for Day: 8 miles (13 km)
Greenwich
Start your day in Greenwich, where you can set one foot in the east and one foot in the west as you stand either side of the Greenwich Meridian. Your kids will love the Royal Observatory, where they can take part in family events. Also visit the beautiful Greenwich Park, London's oldest Royal Park. It's a beautiful spot for a family picnic, or a spot of kite flying.
London Aquarium
Catch the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Westminster, looking out for London landmarks like Tower Bridge on the way. Head to the London Aquarium, where you can come face to face with sharks and venomous fish, gaze at the mysterious seahorses and meet the frenzies piranhas. There's even some hand's on action with stingrays, starfish and crabs.
London Eye
Walk along the River Thames and take a ride on the London Eye, the world's largest observation wheel. It's a spectacular way to see over 55 of London's most famous landmarks in just 30 minutes - see if you can spot them all! Afterwards, you can take a circular cruise of the Thames so you can see landmarks like the Houses of Parliament and the Tower of London.
West End
In the evening, take your family to the West End. There are so many great attractions in this part of London, but a family theatre show is a must-do. There are so many to choose from, so whether it's Mary Poppins or Lord of the Rings, make sure you don't miss a great show.