
A full day of family fun at The O2 this half term
October half term is nearly upon us, along with the inevitable quest for days out and activities that keep both the kids and adults entertained. With over 30 bars and restaurants, a climbing experience with Up at The O2, shopping at Icon Outlet, the latest blockbusters at Cineworld, and interactive experiences including TOCA Social and Tikky Town, The O2 is the ultimate all-in-one destination for a fun-filled family day out this half term.
For the thrill-seekers in the family, why not try walk over the world’s most popular music, leisure and entertainment venue with Up at The O2? Enjoy panoramic views of the capital and capture some family snapshots against the backdrop of London’s skyline. Prices start from £32 per person and children must be aged 8 years and over to climb. Book your tickets here. Advance booking is required.
Can you kick it? At TOCA Social, yes you can. TOCA Social brings together the worlds of social entertainment, flavoursome food, and immersive football games under one roof. Offering visitors the chance to ‘play, dine and score’, the attraction has a variety of interactive football-based games designed for both lovers and haters of football, and all ages and abilities. Click here to find out more and book your tickets.
Visitors to The O2 can also head to Cineworld – London’s largest multiplex cinema with 19 screens, for the latest blockbuster releases this half term, including The Boss Baby 2. Create picture perfect memories at Selfie Factory and Tikky Town using a range of unique, colourful backdrops, or step into the spotlight for free at Sky Studios with their interactive newsroom. Take a seat at the presenter desk and read the latest Sky News or Sky Sports headlines for an experience you’ll never forget. Or for the football fans, join our virtual Super Sunday pundits, as you step up as the Player of the Match.
Along with ten-pin bowling at Hollywood Bowl who are offering early bowlers 50% off games before 11am, or a trip to the UK’s leading trampoline park, Oxygen Freejumping, which features two floors of unlimited fun for all ages with special Halloween-themed activities and games available this half term, there’s plenty of attractions to keep the whole family entertained. Click here for more information and booking details.
Looking for a wardrobe refresh or a head start on the Christmas shopping? From seasonal essentials to timeless classics, Icon Outlet has over 60 superstar fashion and lifestyle brands with up to 70% off RRP all year round. Brands include adidas, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Calvin Klein, JOSEPH, Levi’s, Next, Nike, The Cosmetics Company Store, Tommy Hilfiger Kids and more. Snap a selfie in front of our Autumnal flower wall, and shoppers can also claim 4 hours free parking when spending over £35 in Icon Outlet. For those on O2, pick up an extra 20% off outlet prices at participating stores 11am-1pm every day. Find out more here.
If you’re after a lunchtime pit-stop or a dinner delight, then look no further than the Entertainment District, which offers a wide variety of cuisines to please even the fussiest of eaters. Tuck in to mouth-watering burgers at Beer + Burger, where kids can enjoy a free burger and fries with every full priced burger purchased throughout half term, or authentic Indian street food at Scarlet Rasoi. New to The O2 this month, why not check out Marugame for delicious Udon noodles and flavoursome broths. For more information on our bars and restaurants, click here.
The O2 is located just 15-minutes from central London and is easily accessible by tube, road or Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Ample car parking space is also available.
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