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From museums to some of the most entertaining shows in London, we've an activity for every child. Find out about the best kid activities at Covent Garden.
Across 9 streets and one historic Piazza, discover a range of activities, kids’ menus, experiences and more. Read on to discover the top family friendly experiences in Covent Garden and stay tuned for events being added throughout the year.
London Transport Museum - Bringing to life the history of London’s public transport network — its buses, trains, tubes and taxis, from the 19th century to the present day, the Museum appeals to young people and adults alike. With an emphasis on interactivity, the exhibits range from impressive historic vehicles to striking examples of the transport network’s famous poster art and graphic design.
Today at Apple – The Apple store in Covent Garden is so much than a store, it is a full tech experience that hosts daily events and workshops for adults and kids. Their Today at Apple programme has a weekly schedule of classes along with special additions depending on the time of the year.
14th July - 4th September
We've partnered with Disney On Stage to bring you a summer of magical experiences celebrating the iconic Disney West End productions of Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King and Mary Poppins.
Follow the map to discover all of the installations across our neighbourhood!
This is a FREE event, no bookings needed
There is a reason Covent Garden is called Theatreland as we are surrounded by over 40 theatres. From West End icons like Les Mis to the latest launches like Frozen we are home to the shows, perfect for adding magic to your visit.
Home to some of London’s most loved dining concepts, from breakfast to brunch, fine dining or grab and go bites, Covent Garden is a foodie’s paradise, filled with a diverse array of options to suit all taste buds and budgets, morning ‘til night.
Several restaurants and cafes in the neighbourhood offer a wide range of kid friendly options including Shake Shack, Ivy Market Grill, Byron and Le Pain Quotidien.
Experience the ultimate Afternoon Tea for the whole family, from big kids to children, immerse yourself in the world of Roald Dahl's magical literature with the Charlie and Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych.
Covent Garden is home to over 200 brands and there are some very special stores that you can only find here.
The Moomin Shop - The Moomin Shop in Covent Garden's Market Building opened in 2011. The boutique is entirely devoted to the Moomins, Tove Jansson’s loveable hippo-like trolls, and stocks books, gadgets, tableware, clothing, stationery and rare memorabilia emblazoned with these adorable characters from Finland. If there was anything in the world you wanted with Moomin on it, you will find it here.
Benjamin Pollock's Toyshop - Benjamin Pollock's Toyshop in Covent Garden's Market Building was originally established by Benjamin Pollock back in the 1880s. Specialising in creative, educational and theatrical toys that nurture storytelling, Pollocks is enduringly popular with visitors and Londoners alike - in fact, it's one of Joanna Lumley's favourite shops in London. Read about Pollock’s incredible history here.
Hold on to your Sorting Hat, something wicked this way comes! The Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition will take you on a journey through the 10 years spent creating filmmaking magic in a display of behind-the-scenes images, never before seen in one place. If that wasn’t enough, the Photographic Exhibition is home to London’s only bottled Butterbeer bar!
Piercing a child for the first time is exciting and stressful for both but when pierced with The Alkemistry you can rest assured every detail has been taken care of to make it fun, calming and memorable.
Family Sundays are a regular event for families to come and explore the Royal Opera House, its artists and the world of opera and ballet. Each Family Sunday will be packed with creative and practical activities for all the family, with space to relax and enjoy live music in an informal setting.
