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Young V&A

πŸ“ London, Greater London

β˜…4.4(5,912 Google reviews)πŸ’°FreeπŸ‘ΆAll ages

Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024. Interactive galleries exploring toys, design, and creativity across multiple floors, with a dedicated soft play area for under-2s and regular drop-in family workshops. Free entry.

βœ“ Free entryβœ“ Best for under-8sβœ“ Soft play for toddlersβœ“ SEND-friendlyβœ“ Interactive exhibitsβœ“ Friendly staff
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Aviators Safarini

Quiet open airy space, with exhibits big and small explaining the history of toys. We were met at the entrance by a staff member who showed us where to start & directions to the other facilities. Our toddler enjoyed the experiential play area for the smaller kids. A mix of sensory and tactile play spaces, that kept the little one busy & entertained. There was also a specific age 0-2 soft play space with minders making sure it was only for the very little ones. Staff are friendly and helpful. Toilets great and have smaller size loos for the young ones. Ramp & lift available, so stroller/buggy friendly. Cafe menu wasn’t all that, more variety will be great. Overall worth seeing & entry is free.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 0-8, particularly toddlers who need hands-on sensory experiences in a calm, well-designed environment. The free entry and central East London location make it easy to combine with a nearby park or meal.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Free entry β€” no booking required for general admission, check the website for workshop slots
⏰Dedicated 0-2 soft play area has supervised access β€” check capacity on busy days
🎟️Ramps, lifts, and child-sized toilets are available throughout the building
πŸš—Plan around 1 hour for a complete visit β€” the museum is compact

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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5,912 Google reviews

Excellent for toddlers and young children40%
Interactive and engaging exhibits30%
Outstanding staff and facilities20%
Compact β€” plan a focused visit10%
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Aviators Safarini

2 months ago

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β€œQuiet open airy space, with exhibits big and small explaining the history of toys. We were met at the entrance by a staff member who showed us where to start & directions to the other facilities. Our toddler enjoyed the experiential play area for the smaller kids. A mix of sensory and tactile play spaces, that kept the little one busy & entertained. There was also a specific age 0-2 soft play space with minders making sure it was only for the very little ones. Staff are friendly and helpful. Toilets great and have smaller size loos for the young ones. Ramp & lift available, so stroller/buggy friendly. Cafe menu wasn’t all that, more variety will be great. Overall worth seeing & entry is free.”

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Dorit Raymond

2 months ago

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β€œI haven't been here for about 20 years when it was under a different name and was pleased to see it hadn't lost any of its appeal to children and adults. A lovely bright and welcoming environment with friendly helpful staff. There's a large variety of displays on different floors, showing toys and equipment that l remember playing with when l was a child and my own children. Lots of interactive areas and plenty of space for children of all ages to explore, play, relax and have loads of fun. The food area was well laid out with a variety of hot and cold meals to suit all tastes and reasonably priced. A really nice museum where children will not be bored.”

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NilgΓΌn Atalay

a month ago

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β€œI visited with my children and we really enjoyed it. There are plenty of interesting things that also capture the attention of adults. The atmosphere and the exhibits are fascinating and very engaging. It was smaller than I expected, and we were able to explore everything in about an hour. Overall, it’s a lovely place to visit with kids.”

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GΓΌrsel GΓΌnacar

2 months ago

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β€œThere are various activities for children aged 1-8. While you enjoy your tea in the central area, the children can play in the playgrounds. It's very suitable for parents with babies. There were lots of strollers at the entrance. There are also diaper changing areas and lockers here.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Young V&A organises its galleries around imagination, play, and design, with exhibits covering toys, games, and creative disciplines across bright, child-scaled spaces. A dedicated soft play zone for children aged 0-2 has supervised access. Drop-in events include Play Saturdays and SEND-friendly sessions. The Wallace & Gromit exhibition is a current highlight. Facilities include ramps, lifts, child-sized toilets, and pushchair storage at the entrance.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 17:45
Tuesday10:00 – 17:45
Wednesday10:00 – 17:45
Thursday10:00 – 17:45
Friday10:00 – 17:45
Saturday10:00 – 17:45
Sunday10:00 – 17:45

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