East London’s Best Spots for kids to visit during their Half term holidays
February is a relatively crowd-free month in London, as its right after a busy holiday season. It’s that time of the year when school children are having their half-term break here in the UK. It makes for a wonderful time for you and your family to relax and have a great time here in East London. A perfect opportunity for you to make memories with your kids while they are free from school! We have gathered the top things to and the top places for you to take your kids to, during their holidays. All these places are easily accessible from East London Hotel, and offer a great way to experience London at its best!
Platform 9¾
Start your trip by taking your kids to the iconic platform 9¾ if your kids are into harry potter or even if you are. The platform is located on the iconic King’s Cross station. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to take photos by enacting the famous scene of pushing the trolley through this magic barrier. As most of the Harry Potter series was shot here in the UK, there are several prominent locations you can visit or get yourself a guided tour to take you around. What another way to spend your time in London, then by imagining yourself in the magical, Harry Potter world! Right?
Museums
It’s not everywhere that you find museums dedicated to childhood, but the V&A museum of childhood is one such exception. The museum is located in Bethnal Green and is an integral part of East London. The museum houses dolls, toys, and games that date back to the 17th century. The science museum is another great option to take your kids to. It is a perfect place for your kids to learn while still enjoying their holidays. Kids here can also watch an informative film on an IMAX screen or indulge in some science-based art. Don't use plagiarised sources.Get your custom essay just from $11/page
British Museum is another great option. It’s a great place to escape the low temperatures outside and is free to visit. The museum has a collection of over 8 million artefacts and can easily take up your entire day. The best idea is to take a guided tour as you get the added benefit of learning the culture and history behind the artefacts and the museum.
Theatres
Theatres are another great place where you can take your children. Half Moon Young People’s Theatre and Little Angels Theatre have got some excellent programs for kids. If your kid is into theatre, then these theatres often have interactive workshops that your kids will love.
Ice Rinks
If you happen to be in London in the first half of February, you can enjoy skating on the famous Canary wharf ice rink with your kids. It’s one of the very few, and enormous ice rinks open at this time of the year. You can easily take the tube right across the East London hotel and visit this ice rink located in the central business district.
Cruises
Cruises are a great way to have quality time. You can also book a cruise on the famous River Thames. The tour starts from Westminster abbey and ends at the Greenwich pier. It’s a great place to view all the iconic sites and tourist attractions of London for you and your kids.
Buckingham Palace
Changing of guards is another famous tourist event held at Buckingham palace. In February, as crowds are small, you can easily find the perfect spot to witness the ceremony. Easily reach the Palace by taking the central line from the Bethnal Green station; the approximate journey time is 30 minutes.
London is still chilly at this time of the year, so do not forget to bring along warm items of clothing. The East London Hotel bar can serve you a nice cup of tea or coffee to keep you warm on a cold evening. Here at East London Hotel we strive to make your stay here more memorable and comfortable thanks to the wide range of facilities that we offer!