Things to Do in London with Kids

London offers hundreds of activities for families with children, from free museums and parks to paid attractions and immersive experiences. The best things to do in London with kids balance entertainment value, age suitability, and practical considerations like travel time and weather. Immersia XR at Waterloo Station is one of London’s newest family-friendly attractions — an immersive VR walking experience where children and adults walk through stories together using lightweight headsets.

Why Families Are Choosing VR Walking Experiences

Over 7,000 visitors tried Immersia XR during its Manchester run, with families representing the largest group. Parents report that children aged 5–12 engage with the walking format more readily than static museum exhibits or screen-based entertainment. The 30-minute experience length is deliberate — long enough to tell a complete story, short enough to avoid restlessness. Combined with the Waterloo Station location, it fits easily into a day out without requiring a dedicated trip.

What Kids Experience at Immersia XR

Immersia XR is an XR Walking Theatre where visitors physically walk through scenes wearing lightweight VR headsets. Children choose from six experiences: Alice in Wonderland is the most popular with younger visitors, following the familiar story through Wonderland’s key moments. Moon Landing recreates the Apollo 11 mission for children interested in space. Tales of Aladdin brings the classic adventure to life. Journey to the Centre of the Earth follows the underground expedition. 20000 Leagues Under the Sea explores ocean depths. Eternal Tang Dynasty visits ancient China.

The experiences are story-led rather than game-based, meaning children of different ages and abilities can enjoy them equally. There are no scores, no competition, and no time pressure. The walking pace is comfortable for a five-year-old, and staff are present throughout the space. Children can remove the headset at any time if they want a break — the experience continues for others in the group without interruption.

The headsets are lightweight and designed for smaller heads as well as adults. First-time VR users — which includes most children — typically adjust within the first minute of the experience. The walking format feels more natural to children than standing still with a heavy headset, which is the standard in most VR arcades.

Combining Immersia XR with Other London Activities

The Sidings is at ground level inside Waterloo Station, making it one of the most accessible family venues in London. Within walking distance: the London Eye (10 minutes), SEA LIFE London Aquarium (10 minutes), Southbank Centre playground (5 minutes), and the riverside walk along the South Bank. Many families book Immersia XR as a morning activity and spend the afternoon exploring the area.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 11am–7:30pm, Saturday to Sunday 10am–7:30pm. Address: The Sidings, Ground Level, Waterloo Station, London SE1 7LY. Tickets at feverup.com/m/474855. Use promo code XREASTER20 for 20% off.

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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.