Easter is a wonderful time to explore and enjoy the city of London with your children. Filled with exciting activities and events, London offers a huge range of options to keep your little ones entertained during the Easter break. If you are wondering what things to do in the Easter holidays then read on to get our highlights.

From egg hunts to theatre shows, here are some things to do over Easter in London with your kids.

Easter Egg Hunts:

London is known for its delightful Easter egg hunts, providing a great opportunity for children to indulge in some egg-citing adventures.

Various locations across the city, such as London Zoo, Hampton Court Palace, and Chelsea Physics Garden, organise egg hunts amidst beautiful gardens and historical settings. Let your kids unleash their inner detectives as they search for hidden treasures and enjoy the thrill of finding chocolate eggs.

Here are some of the top locations for Easter egg trails:

1. Hampton Court Palace: Hampton Court Palace, a historic royal palace, organises an exciting Easter egg hunt within its stunning grounds. Kids can follow the clues and discover hidden eggs as they explore the palace gardens looking for the Easter bunny. Pre-booking is advised!
2. The Elephant Family Little Egg Hunt: The Royal charity Elephant Family and Clarence Court eggs are bringing back egg-shaped sculptures to Chelsea, London after a 10-year break to raise funds for Elephant Family projects. The art installations will be on display around Chelsea from 20th March-14th April 2024.
3. Aldgate Easter Egg Hunt 2024: Join the free egg hunt in Aldgate, follow clues in business windows, collect a treat at Aldgate Tap.
4. Stephen's House & Gardens Hop to It: Come to the Gardens for an Easter Trail, follow the clues to win a prize and enter to win theatre tickets. £4.50 per map. Booking essential.
5. Lauderdale House Easter Train 2024: Head to Waterlow Park in Highgate for a free Easter Treasure Hunt on Easter Sunday. Solve riddles, hunt for the Giant Bunny, and collect a small chocolate surprise for the first 100 people to complete the trail. Maps available for download in mid-March.
6. Chelsea Physics Garden: Head to the Chelsea Physic Garden this Easter for an egg hunt trail and pond dipping. Tickets cost £5 per person plus admission, book in advance. Trail designed for children, all ages welcome. Friends can book from 10am, non-friends from 11am. Last booking slot is 4pm, Garden closes at 5pm.
7. Ikea Wembley Easter Egg Hunt: Not your traditional Easter Egg hunt... but if you are heading to Ikea over the bank holiday weekend. Check out their Easter egg hunt to keep your little ones entertained. Join the quest to ‘crack’ the code on their Easter fun Egg Hunt trail around the store!

If you are further afield, then check out the National Trust for amazing local Easter events, craft activities and Easter adventures in the great outdoors.

These locations are just a few examples of where you can find Easter egg hunts in London. Many other parks, gardens, and attractions across the city also organise egg hunts during the Easter season, providing a delightful experience for kids and families.

Explore Museums and Galleries:

London boasts an array of world-class museums and galleries that cater to the interests of children. The Natural History Museum, Science Museum, and the Victoria and Albert Museum are just a few examples.

Get your kids involved in fun learning with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and educational workshops that spark curiosity. If you are wondering what to do this Easter weekend, then why not head to a local museum to check out their activities and workshops.

Check out these Easter holiday activities that are taking place in museums and galleries in London:

1. London Transport Museum: This Easter holiday, discover the relationship between London and its green environment through poetry, science, and storytelling workshops.
2. HMS Belfast: Explore HMS Belfast with their new family trail this spring. Help the ship's cooks find hidden eggs and unscramble letters to reveal a special cake name. Learn about the ship's history and visit the bakery where bakers produced bread for several ships.
3. The British Museum: although not Easter themed, there are lots of great things to do on the Easter weekend with your kids.
4. The National Gallery: Join Leap Then Look for a drop-in family workshop to test new sculptures using unusual materials and help shape new resources and activities for the Centre for Creative Learning. Check out the website for their family fun Easter offerings.
5. Southbank Centre: Join their special family edition of Simmer Down on Good Friday, featuring reggae music, live DJs, and book carnival for all ages. Presented in partnership with Tomorrow’s Warriors, who are on a mission to unite communities through the power of reggae, sparking joy with live music and positivity.
6. Visit London Zoo: Celebrate Easter at London Zoo with the Zoonormous Egg Hunt, a family trail to discover eggs from various animal species. Solve clues to find the Golden Egg and enjoy Easter crafts and animal encounters. Don't miss out on the diverse range of animal species and interactive exhibits at the zoo.
7. The RAF Museum: The RAF Museum is hosting STEM-themed activities with UP AN’ AT ‘EM! HISTORY! this Easter Break. Kids can participate in four activities to earn their pilot wings. Pre-booking is recommended.
   

Check out some brilliant performances this Easter:

London's West End is renowned for its world-class theatre productions, many of which are suitable for children. Treat your little ones to a magical experience by watching a captivating children's show. From beloved classics like "The Lion King" and "Matilda" to enchanting new productions, there is something to suit every taste.

Check the listings and book tickets in advance to secure the best seats for a memorable family outing. You will be sure to find Easter weekend events and shows to suit your family.

Check out just some of what London theatres have to offer for the perfect time for you and your family this Easter:

1. Bluey at Kew Gardens: Bluey from the hit TV show is coming to Kew Gardens for interactive activities inspired by the show. Kids can enjoy outdoor games and learn about plants and wildlife. Meet Bluey at the Gardens and have a fun family day out this Easter.
2. Polka Theatre: Three Billy Goats Gruff. Join in for a fun and exciting puppetry show with live music and original songs.
3. Regents Park Open Air Theatre: Bear Snores On- Join Mouse on a magical journey to find warmth and safety in a cave, where she meets new animal friends including a big, brown, fluffy bear. Inspired by a beloved picture book, this family-friendly show will be at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre in spring 2024. Suitable for ages 4 and up.
4. The Arts Depot: There is a huge array of events and shows on at the Arts Depot this Easter. There is sure to be something for all the family.
5. The Little Angel Theatre: The Everywhere Bear- based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb. The Everywhere Bear goes on a big adventure after falling from a backpack, getting washed out to sea, and being carried away by a seagull.

London offers a huge range of activities in the school holidays to keep your children entertained. From egg hunts and museum visits to animal encounters and theatre shows, there is no shortage of things to do in the city. Hoppy Easter!

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