There's so much for kids to see and do at the Queen's House; wander like a royal around the grand rooms, discover the history and architecture of the royal residence and marvel at some extraordinary artworks by renowned artists.

Family fun activities

Mistress Babbington character actor at the Queen's House
Character Actors at the Queen's House
Meet historical characters connected to the Queen's House and take part in exciting performances
Two children and two adults look at a large image in the Queen's House.
Family challenges at the Queen's House
Top things for families to look out for in the Queen's House.
Queen's House Create Trail
Queen's House Family Self-Led Activities
Pick up a family trail and explore the Queen's House
Top things to do with kids at Royal Museums Greenwich
Our top picks of fun-packed things to see and do across our world-class attractions
Things to do with toddlers in Greenwich
We have lots of entertaining activities to keep toddlers busy.

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Family activities to do at home

A family craft activity to make a theatre made from a cardboard box with painted waves and a ship sailing across the stage
How to bring a painting to life
Using just a few things from your recycling, and your imagination, to make your very own theatre.
craft portraits of Tanya Tagaq, Ching Shi and Elizabeth I
How to make your own art gallery
Create your own gallery of amazing women from our collection!
The iconic portrait of Elizabeth I, with the Queen's face framed with an elaborate lace ruff
How to bring Queen Elizabeth I to Life
Make learning fun with this dressing-up activity. You will be able to construct Elizabeth’s image by choosing outfits from Her Majesty’s extensive wardrobe.
Final sensory tray showing tray filled with shells, dried beans, leaves, ribbons, foil fish on either side, blue and purple coloured fabric stretched out like a river with a paper boat and a tablet playing a video
How to make a sensory tray
Recreate the sounds of the sea using objects you can find at home
A portrait of Elizabeth I, with the Queen wearing a rich silk ruff
How to create ruffs and cuffs fit for a Queen
Discover how to create your own Tudor ruff and cuffs, inspired by those in the Armada Portrait at the Queen's House

What’s On

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Family fun

Play Tuesdays

Bring your under 5 on a different adventure every week! Explore the Museum together through song, dance and stories
Term time Tuesdays | 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.00pm, 2.00pm
Family fun

Character Encounters

Visit the National Maritime Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell
Saturdays
Royal Observatory science demos
Family fun

Live science and astronomy

Drop by and chat with our Observatory explainers and Navigation experts as they bring science and astronomy to life!
Weekends | 11.00-14.30
Family fun

Family Fun Weekends

Spend a spectacular day out at Cutty Sark with workshops and activities for all ages
First weekend of every month | Next event on 2-3 July
Family fun

Meet the characters of Cutty Sark

Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear astonishing stories about life at sea in the age of sail
Weekends and school holidays
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Family fun

Discover Sundays

Each Sunday come and explore the Museum's collection through hands on creative activities
Sundays during termtime | 11am - 1pm | 2pm - 4pm
Sensory Sailors
Family fun

SENsory Sailors

Come along and enjoy this brand new sensory play session for children with special educational needs
Once a month on Saturdays | 9th July, 13 August | 11am-12.30pm
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Summer of Play

Come and play at Royal Museums Greenwich this summer
Selected dates between 24 July and 31 August | 11-1pm and 2-4 pm
A group of four with adults and children participating in a craft.
Family fun

Safe Harbour

A new programme for foster and adoptive families.
Monthly: 25 June, 30 July, 27 Aug | 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Two people look at their cameras in a park.
Family fun

Photography along the Thames at Greenwich

Join SharpShots Photo Club to explore photography along the River Thames, inspired by Canaletto Revisited.
Thursday 25 August, 11am - 4pm

Find out more

Family talking selfie at the Royal Observatory
For families at Royal Museums Greenwich
Go on an epic family adventure of discovery across the seas and through the universe at Royal Museums Greenwich
A mother and her child look in through a porthole on the main deck of Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark families
Bring the kids to Cutty Sark for an action-packed day out. Explore the ship, meet the captain, and discover the history of this famous ship
Kids in Ahoy
Families at the National Maritime Museum
Little pirates and explorers of all ages can enjoy an action-packed day at the National Maritime Museum

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  • Exposure: Lives at Sea exhibition
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