Planning an Easter break in London? Whether you’re travelling with children, visiting as a couple, or making the most of the long weekend with friends, Easter is one of the best times to enjoy the capital.
With Easter weekend falling from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April 2026, plus school holidays running from 30 March to 10 April 2026, London has a great mix of family-friendly events, spring days out and classic long-weekend plans.
At Central Park Collection, both Central Park Hotel (steps from Hyde Park) and Royal Eagle Hotel (5 minutes from Paddington & Heathrow Express) are the perfect base whether your Easter plans involve family attractions, a market wander, or a theatre night.
Top 10 Fun Things to Do in London This Easter 2026
1. Natural History Museum — Easter Family Festival
One of the strongest Easter picks for families, the Easter Family Festival runs from 5 to 20 April 2026 with free family-friendly activities and events inside one of London’s best-loved museums.
2. Science Museum — Destination Space
The Science Museum is always a strong holiday option, and its Destination Space programme adds extra appeal over Easter with free family shows. The museum is also opening early from 30 March to 10 April 2026, which is handy for beating the crowds.
3. Southbank Centre — Spring Family Fun
If you want more variety than a standard attraction day, Spring Family Fun at the Southbank Centre runs from 1 April to 31 May 2026 and brings together performances, music and free creative activities for families.
4. Southbank Centre — REPLAY
Also at the Southbank Centre, REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground runs through the Easter break and offers a playful, imaginative experience for children and grown-ups. It is one of the more unusual Easter options in central London.
5. Hyde Park — spring walks and open-air time
Sometimes the best Easter activity is also the simplest. Staying close to Hyde Park means easy access to spring walks, blossom, open space and a slower-paced London moment between busier attractions. This works especially well over a long weekend when you want a mix of plans and downtime.
6. Portobello Road Market — classic Notting Hill wander
For adults, couples and older families, Portobello Road Market is one of the best west London Easter weekend ideas. It gives you antiques, vintage shopping, food stalls and that classic Notting Hill atmosphere, all within easy reach of the hotels.
7. West End musicals — Easter night out
If you want an evening plan, a West End musical is one of London’s best all-weather Easter treats. It is a particularly good fit for couples and groups of friends making the most of the bank holiday weekend.
8. Easter Sunday roast — long weekend done properly
A proper Sunday roast is one of the best adult-friendly Easter traditions in London. For anyone treating Easter as a long weekend city break rather than a school-holiday trip, this is one of the easiest ways to make the stay feel seasonal.
9. London Zoo — spring wildlife day out
London Zoo is a great all-round option during the Easter holidays, especially for younger children.
10. South Kensington — build your own Easter day out
If you prefer flexibility, South Kensington is one of the best places in London to shape your own Easter itinerary. Between the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and nearby park space, you can easily combine indoor attractions with springtime outdoor time.
Easter In London - Where To Stay
Easter in London feels effortless with two Central Park Collection hotels in an ideal central location, just moments from Hyde Park, the museums and the West End.
Central Park Hotel
In peaceful Bayswater, Central Park Hotel puts you right by Hyde Park and minutes from South Kensington’s museums – ideal for prams, playgrounds and easy naps between outings, then hop on the Tube for quick journeys to Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and Soho. Enjoy the buzz, then return to a peaceful night’s sleep after the encore.
Royal Eagle Hotel
Five minutes from Paddington Station, Royal Eagle Hotel pairs family value with rapid connections (Elizabeth, Bakerloo, District & Circle lines) to the South Bank, West End and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Easter weekend in London in 2026?
Easter weekend runs from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April 2026.
Are there Easter activities in London for adults too?
Yes — Visit London highlights options such as West End musicals, Sunday roasts, riverside pubs and broader spring city breaks, which work especially well for couples and groups of friends.
What’s a good Easter activity near Hyde Park?
A spring walk in Hyde Park, a trip to the Natural History Museum or Science Museum, or a wander around Portobello Road Market all work well from this location.
Is Portobello Road good over a long weekend?
Yes — it’s one of the classic west London picks, especially for antiques, vintage finds and food, with Saturday as the main market day.
Do I need to book Easter attractions in advance?
Usually yes — especially museums with timed entry, Southbank family experiences and theatre tickets over a bank-holiday weekend.
