Visit the Natural History Museum in London
Stand beneath the blue whale, come face to face with dinosaurs and follow cabinets full of fossils, minerals and creatures from every corner of the natural world. The Natural History Museum turns a family day in London into a genuine expedition without leaving South Kensington. The building is part of the experience: a cathedral-like home for collections that make deep time, evolution and the living planet feel tangible. Children can follow whatever catches their eye, while adults will find plenty worth slowing down for. General admission is free, although some exhibitions and activities cost extra. Check the museum’s current opening and booking information before travelling, especially during school holidays. Add this to your list and give the family a day of discoveries that can be as focused or as gloriously sprawling as you like.