Restaurants and things to do - London with 15 and 8yo

[Juneboon]

Hi all,

Please could anyone give any recommendations for restaurants in London for a family of 2 adults and a 15yo and 8yo.

We are staying near Victoria and have tickets to Wicked booked, half of us have been to London before but it’s the 8yo’s first time so any recommendations on what tourist type activities to prioritise also appreciated. A trip to King’s Cross is also likely for HP loving kids.

We are staying for one night, Saturday AM to Sunday PM, trying to do as cheaply as possible, ideally around £200 for the meal but willing to pay more for an amazing experience 😌

Thank you in advance!

[Topsy1976]

We absolutely loved the fast boat up the Thames. It's really fun for all ages and you get to see a lot of London. We used https://www.thamestigers.com/?gadsource=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwt-OwBhBnEiwAgwzrUp9Bv0UgGGdJcIKvvxJwSCLPA0DJUyGYk0CfsJXcSJdXLhCKGTzJBoC0WcQAvDDBwE

[Topsy1976]

Sorry! Just realised you said restaurants! Ignore my post then

[Juneboon]

@Topsy1976

Sorry! Just realised you said restaurants! Ignore my post then

Ah no, ideas for things to do also gratefully received! I have done all the usual touristy stuff, but aware we have limited time so want to make the last of it for the youngest. Thank you I will check this out!

[Chelsea26]

@Topsy1976 The boat tour is amazing so a good suggestion but a cheaper alternative is an uber boat - you’ll still see a lot of touristy bits.

If you’re going to Kings Cross anyway there’s loads of nice restaurants in Coal Drops Yard
https://www.kingscross.co.uk/eat-and-drink#restaurants

Also this could be a fun way to see the sights. https://www.viator.com/tours/London/Harry-Potter-Walking-Tour-with-Games-and-Prizes/d737-49063P1