Every parent knows how frustrating vacation planning stress can be. You want your kids to have a good time, but you don’t want to exhaust them by dragging them everywhere possible. At the same time, you want to enjoy yourself as well, so you should look for things for you and your partner to do. When planning your next vacation, visiting the UK’s capital London is a great way to enjoy good food, history, and culture. With that in mind, here’s some advice to plan a trip to London with the kids.
Plot An Accessible Base
No matter how long you’re visiting London, you should find hotels that make the rest of the city easily accessible. The good news is that there are many ways to get around the city, with various subway and bus routes taking you throughout the various zones. However, some routes are not always so convenient, so if you’re looking for a quick trip in and out (especially to stop your kids from getting restless), try to find something as central as possible without veering into wild unaffordability.
Know What You Want to Do
You should already know that there’s a lot to do in London. From the London Eye to Buckingham Palace as well as a wide range of fun attractions, it’s always best to know what you want to do before you arrive. In terms of the best things to do with kids, you have plenty of options to consider that they will love. However, if there’s anything important that you’ve always wanted to see, don’t hesitate to treat yourself.
Take Advantage of Free Attractions
London can be pricey, and there’s no getting around the cost of a sandwich or a glass of wine at the end of the day. However, because London is such a tourist city, it’s always worth looking for free deals and attractions. For example, the London Eye is free for kids under two years old, while the Victoria and Albert Museum is also free to enter. Furthermore, Hyde Park is a great place to have a picnic if the weather permits.
Get Your Passes Before You Leave
London can also be busy, and Londoners are known for being impatient. Because of this, you’ll want to get all your passes before you leave. It’s best to spend at least four or five days in London, so book bus and train passes to cover this amount of time and have them on your phone (or even print them off) to ensure you don’t hold up the line at any tube stations. If your kids are old enough, you can trust them with their own tickets and passes, although it might be a good idea to have a spare in your bag if they misplace it.
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If you love to see the world, there are few better places to visit than a city steeped in history. While you won’t get a relaxing seaside vacation, you can still find plenty to love, and your kids may fall in love with the city , meaning you have plenty of chances to come back at the next opportunity.
This is a contributed post.
