Top museums to visit with the kids in London

London is a treasure trove of attractions perfect to explore with the family on a trip to the city. From iconic palaces to museums, there are plenty of family-friendly places to explore in the city.

If you plan a visit in during summer it is peak season for tourists, so you need to make your hotel bookings well in advance. While there are plenty of hotels all over the city, staying in central London makes it convenient to travel to the major attractions, including the top museums in town.

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Some of the best museums to take the kids to in London are:

British Museum: If you want to learn about the history of mankind on the planet and the evolution of culture through the millennia, the world-famous British Museum is the place to visit. It houses one of the largest collections of artefacts and items. The kids and even adults always get captivated exploring its marvellous collection and many galleries. There are loads of activities for the family and if you plan to visit London’s top museums, the British Museum must be tops on the itinerary!

National History Museum: The galleries at the museums are home to an extensive collection of minerals, fossils, rocks and plant specimens from all over the planet. The biggest draw with the kids, of course, is its collection of dinosaur fossils. Its galleries are theme-based on different topics like the Blue Zone, Green Zone, Red Zone and Orange Zone that house an extraordinary collection of relics. The kids will enjoy exploring the museum through its interactive galleries that will introduce them to the evolution of animal and plant life on our planet over millions of years.

Science Museum: Spread over an impressive seven storeys, it is home to a massive collection of interesting educational exhibits. Its famous Wellcome Wing highlights the progress made in contemporary science, technology and medicine. The exhibits are interesting and made even more entertaining using interactive exhibits. A wonderful place for the kids to explore and learn about the wonders of science, in an informative and educational setting!

London Transport Museum: Established in 1890, it is among a select few museums where visitors can actually get to board exhibits. The museum offers a wealth of family activities that ensure that both adults and kids have a wonderful time at the museum. For kids under 5, the museum offers a specially designed play area featuring illustrations by Steven Appleby. The kids will get a kick out of getting to sit in the actual driver’s seat of an iconic red bus or an authentic London Cab. They even get a chance to drive the tube along the Northern Line on a simulator where they pass through platforms and tunnels. A wonderful place for the kids to learn about the history of transport in London through the ages!