Looking for exciting activities to keep the kids busy in London this October half term? From the interactive museums to spooky zoo's and discovery days, London has a plethora of fantastic things to do with your little ones. Here are 5 of our favourites – perfect for family days out or little adventures during the spookier season!

1. Explore London Zoo

This October half term, from 25th October to 2nd November, London Zoo’s “Boo at the Zoo” is back! Families can enjoy pumpkin painting, marshmallow toasting, Halloween crafts and spooky animal talks — all included with zoo entry. Tickets start from £27 for adults and £18.90 for children when booked online in advance.

2. Enjoy a day at the Science Museum

Wonderlab is the ultimate indoor destination for curious kids, with live experiments, interactive exhibits and hands-on science in action. Open every day from 10am–6pm, it’s ideal for a full day of discovery. Especially if the weather turns! Entry starts from £9 for children, £11 for adults, and under-3s go free. Or explore their new exhibit 'Space' for those more interested in the planets. If this is a real interest for your family the science museum are also running a 3D 60 minute experience at IMAX: The Ronson Theatre for £12 called 'A Beautiful Planet 3D'. The perfect entertainment for inquisitive kids.

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3. Pumpkin carving at Morden Hall Park

Head over to Morden Hall park on the 28th or 29th for some pumpkin carving fun! They provide all the tools needed, clean up the mess and provide a pumpkin for £6 plus general admission to the park. Enjoy the autumnal nature, visit the rose garden and wetland habitats or use up the rest of that half-term energy in the natural play area before or after pumpkin carving to make the most of the day.

4. Step Aboard HMS Belfast

Moored in the heart of London, HMS Belfast offers families the chance to explore nine decks of fascinating naval history. Kids can clamber through engine rooms, sit in the captain’s chair, and discover what life was like aboard this iconic warship. With interactive exhibits and plenty to touch, see and imagine, it’s a brilliant mix of history and hands-on adventure. Great for curious minds and future explorers! From the 25th October to 30th November there's an exciting new trail that teaches families how ships used flag signals to talk to each other plus the chance for families to create their own flags that represent them. This is 'Activity Hub: Signals At Sea'.

5. Get Creative at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery

From 26th - 31st October, Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery in Ealing is hosting a week of creative family fun inspired by their Sir Howard Hodgkin exhibition. Events include Magic Box Halloween storytelling, print‑making drop‑in , Halloween‑themed workshops and Mini Makers Messy Play.

Tickets are included in general admission (meaning you pay the usual Manor & Gallery entry; children go free with a paying adult).

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6. Big Penny Social's Halloween Bounce House

The whole event space is being taken over by massive inflatables, including a huge inflatable assault course! All given a Halloween twist for the week (27-31 Oct). Sessions are £7 for one hour, with accompanying adults and children under 6 months old FREE. Early booking is recommended - the event always sells out. The 10am session every day is for under 3's only.

7. Foundling Museum's Family Workshops

There's lots of creative Halloween activities happening at Foundling Museum from 28-31 Oct, with family workshops including Haunted Halloween Lanterns, Deadly Tin Designs, Spooky Spiders Animations and Scary Skeletons. Tickets £5 include entry to the museum.

‍Plan Your Autumn In London

We hope this guide to 5 Fun Things to Do with Kids in London This Autumn helps you make the most of the school holidays. 

And if you’re looking for more ways to keep your kids engaged this holiday, why not explore our 5* rated Holiday Camps below?