Things To Do During The Summer Holiday In London

After things to do in London this summer holidays for 2025? Grab your whisks, crack your eggs and get ready to take on other teams with The Big London Bake South. At this event, you'll be able to test your skills, all before digging into the masterpieces.

The Tacover Taco Tequila Festival has every summer hols entertainment angle covered. Set to be the largest event of its kind in Europe, it'll see over 40 traders serving up magnificently Mexican food and drink.

Aside from the feasting, the little ones are sure to lose their minds to mariachi music, folk dancing, roaming luchadores, tortilla slapping and hot taco challenges. The best part? Kids tickets start from just £1.10.

The UK's award-winning baking experience, The Big Bakes, is rolling out a stellar lineup of daytime family sessions this August to rescue your holiday itinerary. Kicking things off is their highly anticipated Superhero Bake Week, dropping into London East on 4th August and London South on 5th August. It's a 90-minute race against the clock where pairs of one adult and one child team up to build a custom superhero cake, complete with live, acrobatic superhero entertainers.

If your August calendar is already looking packed, the holiday fun doesn't stop there. From 12th to 28th August, the tents are switching gears for the rest of the summer holidays with their Kids Summer Safari Cake sessions. Running at 12pm and 3pm on selected dates, these sessions let families bake a super-cute, animal-themed masterpiece together. 

Thought you knew crazy golf? Then it's time to give Puttshack a swing, as the White City venue chucks everything and anything on their courses. Kids can head over before 5pm on weekends, while adults can tuck into their sweet selection of cocktails.

At the Ashley Williams Summer Camp, your kids can sharpen their skills with a certified Premier League legend. In the immersive stadium environment of Ballerz, they'll enjoy football games, competitions, SkillZone challenges, small-sided games and mini tournaments. 

While you focus on your working day, they'll stay active, make new friends and get to spend time with the former Wales captain. Tickets start from just £33 for a half day session and £64.80 for a full day.

Whether it's with friends or family, this fantastic Race Across The World Experience is a cracking day out for all ages. Inspired by the popular BBC TV show, this interactive outing will have you exploring the city on foot, stopping off at three different checkpoints before completing the adventure.

You can play in teams of two to eight people, aiming to be a top scorer and nab a place on the live leaderboard. There'll be all kinds of obstacles, challenges and riddles to solve along the way, alongside optional 'work' tasks, and it's available to play every day of the week.

With dining, immersive theatre, and comedy thrown in, Faulty Towers is perfect for those after things to do during the summer holidays in Lonndon. More suitable for the oldies, the show brings to life Basil, Sybil and Co, in a hilariously dysfunctional fashion.

This summer holiday, join in on the Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Tours across the capital. Make your way around the city's pretty streets, all while taking in the iconic landmarks and dancing along to top-notch tunes. To top it off? There's also hilarious commentary. 

Pretty much every kids's dream come true, The Chesterfield have created a sweet-stuffed afternoon tea, complete with chocolate lollipops, frothy milkshakes, and scrumptious finger sandwiches. Willy Wonka who?

When it comes down to summer holidays things to do in London, Biscuiteers is sure to impress. With venues across the capital, from Belgravia to Notting Hill, there's plenty of venues to get stuck into icing and decorating sweet treats.

Try your luck this summer holiday at the Family Brunch Bingo. DJs are behind the decks spinning disco tunes all afternoon to soundtrack your search for a full house. 

There's plenty more fun and games along the way, from animal riddles to tuck shop treats, kids v parents challenges and magical mocktails. Grab your tickets to this epic day out from just £15.40.

For all the little thrill-seekers out there, the F1 Arcade in St Paul's is the perfect place to spend a summer's day. Their cutting-edge racing simulators will keep you entertained for hours, competing against each other to secure first place. Even better? Throughout the summer holidays, kids eat free when their food is purchased alongside an adult main meal. They're cooking up cheeseburgers, fried chicken tenders, pizzas and more here, and you can upgrade to free drink refills for £3.50, or add on an ice cream for just £2.50 as well.

Sometimes it can be hard to convince the kids to put the consoles down and head outdoors - but Putt in the Park in Battersea is making things all the more easier. The 12-hole course has got everything from rockeries through to waterfalls, ensuring entertainment for everyone.

A great choice of competitive activities to do as a family, Krazy Karts can be found at The Bermondsey Bierkeller. This is an underground drift karting course, promising state-of-the-art electric karts and a unique course.

After the winner has been crowned, be sure to check out their food menu. Think sourdough pizzas, wagyu burgers, chicken schnitzel and much more.

Bringing you a quirky activity that the whole family can enjoy, Game of Stones Treasure Hunts are a must during the summer holiday in London. Taking place across the city, the experience will have you solving riddles and searching for clues in Piccadilly, Kingston and beyond.

Enjoying a Royal Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel is one of the best things to do in London this summer. Head along to the stunning space to tuck into elegant sandwiches and sweet treats while your child enjoys a Little Prince and Princess Tea.

All summer long, children aged 12 and under can dine for free at Eastway Brasserie, part of Andaz London Liverpool Street. The restaurant is hosting a three-month residency by rising Argentinian chef Cristian 'Chino' González, who brings bold yet elegant flavours to the table. Expect refined dishes with a twist from Argentina, paired with a curated wine list for adults looking to savour something special.

On Sunday mornings until 30th August, families can stop by Eastway Brasserie during breakfast for colourful face painting too.

Escape London offers an exceptional blueprint for a corporate Christmas party your team will actually remember. Swapping passive drinking for high-stakes, interactive collaboration, these private escape games place colleagues into cinematic, themed environments where they must work together, communicate clearly, and tap into each other's hidden strengths to beat the 60-minute clock. 

The spaces can easily scale from smaller department outings up to massive company-wide events of over 100 guests by utilising multiple rooms simultaneously. For a seamless planning experience, companies can take advantage of inclusive mid-tier and premium packages (starting at £55 per player) that bundle the 60-minute game with a dedicated private party room decked out in festive decorations, hot pizzas, and plenty of drinks. 

The Magic Hour is a fantastic show by master magician Sonic, a finalist in The Magic Circle Stage Magician of the Year 2018. This critically-acclaimed show is a great shout for all the family, recommended for ages 10+.

Expect to see a mesmerising variety of misdirection, mind-reading and close-up tricks. This takes place at the Sheraton Grand Park Lane, where you can even enjoy a delicious meal beforehand.

Situated in the heart of Camden, Babylon Park is a real feast for the eyes and for those after an adrenaline boost. Jump on the mini roller coaster, bumper car or carousels, all before venturing to the arcade for a few rounds of games.

For summer holiday activities in London, Substation Brixton is a brilliant choice. The venue is fab for climbing events and instructed tutorials, followed by a trip to the treatment room or cafe - the perfect way to relax after.

London Zoo in Camden is a historic attraction dating back to 1828, offering a fascinating day out for families with children and teenagers. Home to thousands of animals including lions, penguins, monkeys and Galápagos tortoises, it features standout exhibits like Penguin Beach, Land of the Lions and the walk-through Butterfly Paradise.

With interactive zones, daily keeper talks and more, it's a brilliant mix of education, adventure and fun.

Ever fancied getting a peek behind the scenes of the Harry Potter films? Then check out the Warner Bros Studio Tour in Watford, taking you through the studios where they filmed all eight movies. Expect to see beautifully preserved props, costumes and sets, from the Ministry of Magic to Dumbledore's office.

On the three to four-hour experience you'll learn much more about these beloved films, as well as taking part in interactive experiences like green screen broomstick rides and wand choreography lessons.

Situated on Oxford Street, Twist Museum is an interactive experience that's fun for all ages. Their mission is to challenge our perception of things, with over 80 different exhibits that make for amazing photo opportunities.

Expect optical illusions, sensory experiments, interactive installations and more, all designed in collaboration with artists, neuroscientists, and philosophers. You'll question your understanding of light, sound, space and motion, and prepare to have your mind blown.