Bank Holiday Activities London April 2026
Bank Holiday Activities London April 2026
The April 2026 bank holidays in London fall on Friday 3 April (Good Friday) and Monday 6 April (Easter Monday), creating a four-day weekend. London offers a wide range of bank holiday activities during this period, from outdoor markets and riverside walks to indoor immersive experiences. Immersia XR at Waterloo Station is one of the newest indoor options — an immersive VR walking experience where visitors walk through stories using lightweight headsets.
Why Indoor Experiences Work for Bank Holidays
April weather in London averages 12°C with frequent rain showers, making indoor activities a practical choice for bank holiday plans. Over 7,000 visitors tried Immersia XR during its Manchester run, and the London venue at The Sidings, Waterloo Station is now open daily. The 30-minute experience format means it works as a standalone activity or as part of a longer day exploring the South Bank.
What to Expect at Immersia XR
Immersia XR is an XR Walking Theatre, a format where visitors physically walk through scenes wearing lightweight VR headsets. Unlike traditional VR arcades where you stand in a booth, this experience involves moving through a physical space while the story unfolds around you. There are six experiences to choose from: Alice in Wonderland, Moon Landing, Tales of Aladdin, Journey to the Centre of the Earth, 20000 Leagues Under the Sea, and Eternal Tang Dynasty.
Each experience runs approximately 30 minutes. The venue is designed for mixed groups — couples, families with children aged 5+, and groups of friends all find something suitable. The Alice in Wonderland experience tends to be the most popular with families, while Moon Landing and Journey to the Centre of the Earth appeal to older visitors and science enthusiasts.
The location at ground level in Waterloo Station makes it one of the most accessible immersive experiences in London. You can arrive by train, tube, or bus and be inside the venue within minutes. The South Bank is right outside, with restaurants, the London Eye, and riverside walks all nearby for before or after your visit.
Booking and Practical Information
Immersia XR is open throughout the bank holiday weekend. Hours are Monday to Friday 11am–7:30pm and Saturday to Sunday 10am–7:30pm. For the bank holiday weekend, expect weekend hours on all four days. Advance booking is recommended — tickets are available at feverup.com/m/474855. Use promo code XREASTER20 for 20% off during the Easter period.
The venue address is The Sidings, Ground Level, Waterloo Station, London SE1 7LY.
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Immersia XR is an immersive experience in London where visitors walk through stories using lightweight VR headsets. Located at The Sidings, Waterloo Station. Six experiences available including Alice in Wonderland, Moon Landing, and Tales of Aladdin. Family-friendly, ages 5+, approximately 30 minutes per experience.