London Transport Museum

The London Transport Museum is an interactive paradise where kids can climb aboard real vintage buses, trains, and Tube carriages from London's transportation history. With plenty of hands-on discovery zones designed specifically for children, this museum brings transport history to life in a way that keeps little ones engaged and entertained while parents enjoy the fascinating collection of historic posters and vehicles.

• ✓Climbing aboard authentic vintage buses, trams, and underground trains from different eras
• ✓All Aboard interactive play zone with a Tube train, bus, and hands-on activities for under 7s
• ✓Future Engineers zone where older kids can design vehicles and test them
• ✓Simulator experiences where children can drive a Tube train
• ✓Beautifully preserved vintage advertising posters from London's transport history

1. 1.Book tickets online in advance for a small discount and to skip the ticket queue, especially during school holidays and weekends.
2. 2.Head straight to the All Aboard play zone on the lower level when you arrive, as it gets busiest mid-morning through early afternoon.
3. 3.The museum is located in Covent Garden, so arrive via public transport (Covent Garden Tube station) to make the visit itself part of the transport adventure.
4. 4.Let kids collect stamps throughout the museum as they explore different areas, which keeps them motivated to see everything.
5. 5.The museum shop is exceptional but pricey, so set expectations with kids beforehand or budget extra for tube-themed souvenirs.

Visit on weekday mornings right at 10:00 AM opening time for the quietest experience, avoiding weekends and UK school holidays when the interactive areas can get crowded. Tuesday through Thursday mornings are typically the calmest.

Admission is moderately priced (around £18-20 for adults, free for under 18s when booked online with a paying adult). The museum has a cafe for snacks and light meals, lifts for stroller access, and family toilets with changing facilities.

Open year-round with consistent hours. The museum hosts special events during school holidays and occasionally offers themed activities. Check their website before visiting as they occasionally close for private events.

Covent Garden is steps away with endless family-friendly options including Flat Iron (simple, good-value steaks kids love) and Shake Shack. For a quintessentially British experience, try the Market Hall for fish and chips or grab pastries from one of the many bakeries in the piazza.