Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
An outdoor park-gardens in Greater London
A sprawling 560-acre park built for the London 2012 Olympics, now a vibrant public space with something for every age. Families love the adventure playgrounds, especially the Tumbling Bay playground with its sandpits, slides, and water play features. The park also offers the ArcelorMittal Orbit tower with the world's longest tunnel slide, plus wide open lawns, cycle paths, and canals for walking.
Highlights for kids:
The Slide at the Orbit: a 178m corkscrew slide from 80m high
Tumbling Bay playground (ages 2-15) with inclusive equipment
London Aquatics Centre for swimming (book ahead)
Pedal-boat hire on the waterways
Regular family events and festivals
Ages: Suitable for toddlers through teens. Facilities include cafes, picnic spots, free toilets with baby-changing, and easy access by tube (Stratford). Most of the park is free, but some attractions require tickets (e.g., Orbit slide costs around £16 for adults/kids).
At a glance
Entry
Free / cheap
What parents should know
A sprawling 560-acre park built for the London 2012 Olympics, now a vibrant public space with something for every age.
Best timing
Book London Aquatics Centre in advance
Swimming sessions at the Aquatics Centre need booking ahead, especially during school holidays and weekends.
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