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The 5 best free things to do with kids in the 2026 school summer holidays
Stay sane over the six-week holiday with these excellent affordable days out in the capital
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The 5 best free things to do with kids in the 2026 school summer holidays is one of our hand-picked Events finds for London. Stay sane over the six-week holiday with these excellent affordable days out in the capital.
Why London? London is a vast, layered world city where royal history, endless neighborhoods, green parks and global food sit side by side. The city is known for royal landmarks, free world-class museums, West End theatre and markets.
Good to know: May–September for parks and long evenings; December is festive but cold and dark early. The Tube and buses cover everything with a contactless tap; central areas reward walking.