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Family London Day Bag Checklist
For parents travelling with children in London
London Vacation Guide
londonvacationguide.com/resources
Documents & Payment
Passports / ID for all family members
Contactless card + backup card
Attraction tickets (printed or on phone)
Hotel address card or screenshot (no signal fallback)
Emergency contact list
For the Kids
Snacks (long Tube journeys and queues happen)
Water bottles (refillable - London has free water refill points)
Wipes and tissues
Hand sanitiser
Portable entertainment (tablet, books, games for queues)
Change of clothes for younger children
Comfort item for young children
Clothing & Comfort
Layers for everyone (mornings can be cool, afternoons warm)
Waterproof jackets or compact umbrellas
Comfortable walking shoes for all - London requires miles of walking
Lightweight buggy/pram (fold-flat for Tube lifts)
Practical Gear
Portable charger / power bank
Portable first aid kit (plasters, antihistamine, pain relief)
Sunscreen (summer)
Folding bag for shopping
Camera or phone fully charged
Family Travel Tips
Most London museums are free - ideal for families (Natural History Museum, V&A, Science Museum)
Check TfL step-free map before travel - many Tube stations are NOT step-free
Buses are fully step-free and buggy-friendly
London City Airport is best for families - small, step-free, and close to central