London Family Travel Tips & Advice
On this page, we’ve gathered our best London family travel advice in one place, including guides on getting around London with kids, transport tips, and neighbourhood help so you can base yourselves somewhere that works for your family. We break down the most useful transport links for families, from the London Underground (including step-free stations where possible) to buses, trains and river boats, plus practical tips for travelling with a buggy, using contactless, and keeping costs down.
You’ll also find recommendations and itineraries from mums who know London well, including where to stay, what to do, and how to build a day that mixes big-ticket attractions with playground stops, easy lunch options and calm moments.
London Family Adventure: Everything You Need to Know
Planning your first family trip to London can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re navigating a new city with kids in tow. From figuring out how to use public transport to choosing attractions that actually work for families, there’s a lot to consider before you go.
Written by Lois (aka @familylifenorthwest), this guide covers everything first-time visitors need to know about traveling to London as a family, including where to stay, how to get around, what to book in advance, and which experiences are genuinely worth your time. Whether you’re visiting with young children or older kids, these practical tips will help you plan a smoother, more enjoyable trip—so you can spend less time stressing and more time experiencing the best of London together.
A Buggy-Friendly Belgravia & Knightsbridge Christmas Lights Walk
Explore London’s festive glow on a free, buggy-friendly Christmas lights walk through Belgravia and Knightsbridge. This guide maps cosy photo spots, hot-chocolate stops the kids will love, and beautiful hotel façades and window displays—plus local gems, shopping ideas for families, alternative detours, and step-free transport options from Victoria and Knightsbridg
Christmas Markets 2025: A Family-Friendly Guide
Planning a festive family day out? This guide rounds up London Christmas Markets 2025 with exact dates, typical opening times, and pram-friendly tips. Discover the best snack stops, warm indoor pit-stops and nearby kid-friendly attractions from Southbank to Covent Garden, Kingston, Battersea and mor
Pram-Friendly Christmas Lights Walking Tour in London (Bond Street Loop)
A family-friendly, step-free walking tour of London’s Christmas lights. Start and finish at Bond Street with snack stops, covered arcades, and festive markets — perfect with kids.
London neighbourhood guide: Hampstead heath
Visiting London for the first time, travelling with kids, or both? It can feel overwhelming. With 32 boroughs and a huge public transport network, there’s a lot to see, so let’s simplify it. In this guide, I’ll share five of the best London neighbourhoods to stay in with children, each with its own vibe, easy transport links, and family-friendly perks, perfect for little legs.