Best family activities for May half term 2019 including Harry Potter bus tour and Marvel Avengers exhibition
HALF term May holiday has started this week for most schools in the UK.
If you've left the planning to the last minute and wondering what to do half term, not to worry - we've rounded up some of the best activities you and your family can do together to make the most of the free time.
School half term 2019 can vary depending on the particular institution, but for most schools, UK half term falls down this week, together with Bank Holiday Monday.
It can be a busy time as places are often completely booked up.
That is, if you haven't struggled with coming up with new and exciting things to do with the family.
So Sun Online Travel has come up with the list of the best family activities and attractions throughout the UK that you can book at the last minute.
From real adventure to team experiences, we've got something to suit every family and budget.
1. Thorpe Park
- Thorpe Park Resort tickets, £33pp -
If you're after a thrilling experience, a theme park is the way to go.
Situated just outside London, Thorpe Park is famous for its iconic rides such as and .
This year, the park celebrates its 40th birthday with the opening of three new attractions: GAMEFX, Jungle Escape, and BounceZilla.
If you and your family decide to head to the Thorpe Park this weekend, look out for a special Luna Cinema with some exclusive film accesses.
2. Harry Potter Bus Tour of London
- Harry Potter Bus Tour of London, £47 for adult and child from Buy A Gift -
Do you have a little wizard in the house who is crazy about Harry Potter stuff? Who isn't!
This Bank Holiday is a great opportunity to get your tourist hat out, put some sunglasses on and dive into the magical world of Harry Potter creations.
The Leaky Cauldron, the Gringott's Bank and Platform 9¾ are only a few locations that this tour will visit: make sure you take your camera to capture all the magical moments.
Perfect if you love Harry Potter but can't get to Orlando for the new Hagrid ride at Universal Studios.
3. LEGOLAND
- LEGOLAND Online Pre-Booked Ticket, £29pp -
is great for families, especially those with children between the ages of three and 12.
The park features over 55 rides and other attractions, as well as an extensive range of .
Check out the new for the whole family, and get ready to meet Lord Vampyre!
4. Marvel Avengers at ExCel London
- Marvel Avengers Station, £40 for a family ticket -
Calling all Marvel fans - Avengers Station has finally come to the UK!
It's an interactive exhibition where guests can take part in special agent training that will let them dive into the depths of the Avengers backstory.
Participants will have an opportunity to interact with props and characters from the biggest Marvel Universe movies.
5. Knowsley Safari Park
- Knowsley Safari Park, £50 for a family ticket -
Love animals? Head to Knowsley Safari Park this May Bank holiday for a unique Safari driving experience with your family.
The park is home to 700 animals: from cheeky monkeys to gigantic rhinos and lions. You'll get a real taste for safari wildness.
It's also a great educational tool for those who are interested in conservation.
6. Forest Laser Tag Adventure with pizza
- Forest Laser Tag Adventure with Pizza for Four, £99 from Virgin Experience Days -
Are you keen to find a fun and exciting activity that all the family members can get involved in?
Then load your Laser Tag gun, put on your ninja camouflage suit and get ready for the fight.
Each player will also get pizza with a drink afterwards.
This is a perfect team-building exercise that will get the whole family working together.
7. Original Kids Tour of London
- Original Kids Tour of London, £46 for a family ticket -
There's no better way to discover the City of London than hopping on and off the Original London Bus Tour.
The Original Kids Tour of London is specifically designed for children meaning that a live-guided commentary will be entertaining as well as informative.
The tour's sessions will take place on the 28th, 30th of May and the last session will take place on the 1st of June.
Nelson's Column, Westminister Abbey and The London Eye are just a few iconic locations that this tour will cover.
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