Gone is the time when a day out with kids meant bland food and weird, squashy play pens. The capital now boasts a multitude of stylish spots that have little Londoners fully in mind – you just need to know where to find them. Luckily, we do. From the most innovative outdoor playgrounds to the best place for a proper coffee while they slurp a babyccino, this handy little guide is full of shops, places, activities and cafés that we love visiting just as much as our under-five companions. Whether indoor or out, free or special occasion, slightly educational or downright silly; discover the magic of the city from a smaller, but highly opinionated, perspective.

This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer simple, highly-curated advice on what to do and see in London.