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Kids Activities in Waterloo

8 locations
Ages 0–12

Home to the South Bank, the London Eye, and the Sea Life London Aquarium, all within walking distance of each other along the Thames. One of the easiest areas in London to fill a full family day without moving far.

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Uber Boat by Thames Clippers - Westminster Pier

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers - Westminster Pier

Boat Trip · All Ages

High-speed river boat service linking 24 piers across London from Putney to Barking Riverside. Scenic cruises pass iconic landmarks including Big Ben, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and Greenwich. Climate-controlled cabins with guaranteed seating, open-air back decks, onboard café bar serving snacks and refreshments.

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers - London Eye (Waterloo) Pier

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers - London Eye (Waterloo) Pier

Boat Trip · All Ages

High-speed river boat service linking 24 piers across London from Putney to Barking Riverside. Scenic cruises pass iconic landmarks including Big Ben, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and Greenwich. Climate-controlled cabins with guaranteed seating, open-air back decks, onboard café bar serving snacks and refreshments.

The Golden Carousel

The Golden Carousel

Carousel · All Ages

Hand-painted vintage carousel replica inspired by the 1951 Festival of Britain, operating year-round along the scenic Thames-side Queen's Walk. Traditional horses and whimsical decorations create nostalgic charm against London's modern cityscape.

London Eye

London Eye

Ferris Wheel / Observation Tower · Ages 2+

A 135-metre observation wheel offering 360-degree panoramic views of London's iconic landmarks including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul's Cathedral. The slow 30-minute rotation travels at just 26cm per second, allowing leisurely sightseeing from climate-controlled glass capsules that accommodate pushchairs when fully folded.

Southbank Skate Space

Southbank Skate Space

Skatepark · Ages 5+

Legendary undercroft skatepark beneath the Queen Elizabeth Hall, home to British skateboarding culture since the 1970s. Features ledges, banks, stairs and a smooth street section with a 7-stair, sheltered and lit for year-round skating. Vibrant street art and graffiti walls create a dynamic urban atmosphere; spectators enjoy watching skaters while grabbing coffee from nearby cafes along the Thames.

Build-A-Bear Workshop - Westminster Bridge

Build-A-Bear Workshop - Westminster Bridge

Interactive Store · Ages 2–14

Interactive toy workshop where you choose, stuff, and customize your own plush animal with outfits and accessories. Located in County Hall on the South Bank near Westminster Bridge and London Eye. Staff guide you through the heart-insertion ritual and personalization process to create a cherished keepsake.

Shrek's Adventure London

Shrek's Adventure London

Immersive Experience · Ages 5+

Interactive walk-through adventure through the world of Shrek featuring live actors, 9 themed sets, and a 4D flying bus ride. Visitors help rescue Shrek by solving puzzles and collecting magic ingredients while meeting DreamWorks characters including Princess Fiona, Puss in Boots, and Donkey. The 70-minute experience includes sensory effects, special animations, and character meet-and-greets.

SEA LIFE London AquariumSEA LIFE London Aquarium

SEA LIFE London Aquarium

Aquarium · Ages 2+

One of Europe's largest aquariums with over 500 species across 14 themed underwater zones spread across three floors. Walk through a 360° glass Ocean Tunnel with sharks, rays and turtles swimming overhead, explore the UK's largest living coral reef, and meet Gentoo penguins in the Polar Adventure. Interactive touch pools, daily feeding demonstrations, and specially designed jellyfish gallery with dramatic lighting create an immersive underwater world.

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