London is a beautiful, exhilarating and exciting city with so much to see. From sights and museums to monuments and nightlife, all the treasures of London life are within easy reach and shouldn’t be missed. But to make the most of it, you’re going to have to make some choices for your own good and that of your young child.
How do you get childcare when you decide to visit London?
This is the question that many parents ask themselves. London is a big city, and there are plenty of childcare professionals on hand. The best way is to surf the Internet and use one of the platforms specialized in this type of childcare service for parents. They list all the professionals who can help you look after your children in your absence. It is also helpful if you are a child care worker who is looking to find a babysitting job in London.
In fact, if you’ve decided to travel the length and breadth of the UK’s capital city, its millions of inhabitants and visitors, it’s probably best to do it between adults.
What to do in London without your kids?
To maximize your tourist experience in London, you need to plan long days of sightseeing. This also means a lot of walking, even if the city’s underground and aerial transport network is one of the best in the world. In this context, it’s best to be in good shape, and avoid carrying a pram or children who unfortunately won’t last the distance.
In London, you can enjoy some of the world’s finest museums, such as the Tate Modern or the British Museum, and stroll the streets of Notting Hill or Camden Town without worrying about the crowds. Are you a soccer fan? Let yourself be tempted by a visit to one of the city’s many legendary stadiums. Or perhaps treat yourself to tickets to a match for the ultimate fan experience? Finally, treat yourself to some shopping worthy of your stay in Soho or Kensington, and relax in traditional English pubs where British fervour reigns over a beer to reward your hard days of sightseeing.
There’s no shortage of things to do and see, and it’s best to have planned and booked all your stops to ensure the best possible experience.
Of course, some of London’s attractions are interesting and relevant even for very young children. The city’s many parks, such as Hyde Park, allow you to relax on the lawns and let your children enjoy themselves. The squirrels and birds that inhabit these gigantic green spaces in the heart of the city are sure to amuse and entertain any babies they spot. Some of the quieter districts also lend themselves to family walks, along the River Thames for example.
A stay in London can therefore combine the best of both worlds: family visits and visits between adults, so that everyone can soak up as much of London life as possible, whether calm or tumultuous, and engrave in their memories, at all ages, the best possible memories.
