Visiting the Sky Garden London with kids is a great family-friendly activity. It is London’s highest indoor garden, and it is completely free to visit! If you’re planning a trip to London soon, you need to add The Sky Garden to your itinerary. This guide will tell you everything you need to know about visiting The Sky Garden in London with kids.
While The Sky Garden isn’t specifically aimed at kids, it is a very family-friendly attraction, ideal for your first time in London. We loved visiting here, so read on for all you need to know and tips on what to expect at Sky Garden with young children.
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Everything You Need to Know About Visiting the Sky Garden London with Kids
Where is The Sky Garden Located?
The Sky Garden, also known as the Walkie Talkie building, is located at 20 Fenchurch Street in the city of London. The closest tube station is Monument (on the District Line and Circle Line); however, quite a few other tube stations are within walking distance. London Bridge train station is also only a 10-minute walk away.
Opening Times
The Sky Garden is open from 10am – 6pm on weekdays and 11am – 9pm on weekends and Bank Holidays.
Do You Need Tickets for the Sky Garden?
The Sky Garden is completely FREE to visit. However, everyone, including children, needs to book a ticket. I’ve linked their website here. They are released every Monday morning, 3 weeks in advance, for the whole week. So set yourself a reminder to get them.
If you miss out on booking tickets, there are some walk-in spaces available, you’ll just have to try on the day. Alternatively, I recommend the Garden at 120. It’s not as high, but it is also free, and no booking is required!
Security at the Sky Garden
You have to go through security to enter, and your bags go through a scanner. If you’re bringing a stroller/ pushchair, have everything ready in a bag so it’s easy to unload.
NOTE: You are not allowed to take oversized bags or suitcases into The Sky Garden.
Accessibility at the Sky Garden London with Kids
The first viewing platform is 35 floors up, is accessed by a lift (elevator). This makes the Sky Garden London accessible for families with young children. There is also a disabled access elevator taking you up to the 38th floor. However, there are steps up/ down each side, and this is where you get the best views.
Tips for visiting Sky Garden London with a stroller: All the steps make it not very pushchair / stroller-friendly inside.
Either you can take turns took turns walking around with the kids while the other has a rest/ watches the pushchair. Or, people had left small strollers to the side at the bottom of the stairs. Of course, don’t leave any valuables unattended.
We had no problems with our pushchair, but if possible, leave yours at home/ your hotel and use a baby carrier.
Eating at the Sky Garden London
You’re not allowed to take in your own food, however, we were allowed to take in the kids’ drinks and snacks. There is a cafe selling cocktails, coffee and cake inside the Sky Garden. There are also tables ideal for kids (no purchase necessary).
There are also two restaurants inside the Sky Garden, but we didn’t try these.
Enjoy the Views
We found The Sky Garden to be a great, free London viewpoint suitable for families. You get great views of The Shard, Tower Bridge, The River Thames and much more.
When visiting the Sky Garden with kids, it’s fun to play a game of “What London Landmarks Can You See?” This keeps kids entertained!
Final Thoughts on Visiting The Sky Garden London with Kids
Overall, we think visiting The Sky Garden is one of the best free things to do in London with toddlers/children. Our 4-year-old loved it and kept asking to go back. It’s especially great as it is a free activity – if you have little kids and they’re not in the mood, and you end up not spending too long there, it doesn’t matter!
Thank you for reading, I hope you enjoy visiting the Sky Garden London with kids. I hope we’ve helped you to plan your trip and you have an amazing time in London!
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Happy Exploring,
