A unique family day out!

May half term was an extremely popular week at KidZania London, with most days being SOLD OUT! During half term is the perfect opportunity for a family day out in London, where kids can explore our unique indoor city situated in Westfield London, Shepherds Bush, and have the freedom to be whoever they want. It was fantastic seeing so many smiles on kids' faces, enjoying our range of immersive, real-life activities.

There were many exciting events happening in the city over the course of the week, including a special visit from the well-known Pokémon character Pikachu, British Airways ambassadors at our Aviation Academy and a Mayor ceremony to hand over the keys to our new Mayor, Livia!

Read on to find out what we got up to and don't forget to book your tickets for a fun family trip this Summer, we have limited availability!

Say cheese!

Situated outside the KidZania London Theatre, we were extremely lucky to have a very special Pokémon, Pikachu, taking pictures with our visitors!

For those who don't know, Pikachu is one of the most popular Pokémon in the world. Pikachu are an Electric-type Pokémon that evolve from Pichu when Trainers max out their friendship. Eventually, Pikachu can evolve into the powerful Raichu or Alolan Raichu when exposed to a Thunder Stone. Pikachu are covered in yellow fur with horizontal brown stripes on their back. They have a small mouth, long, pointed ears with black tip and red cheeks which contain a special pouch for storing electricity. At the base of their tails is a small patch of brown fur. Female and male Pikachu have different tail shapes, with female Pikachu having a heart shape at the tip of their tail, whilst male Pikachu tails resemble the shape of a lightning bolt. Pikachu make fantastic Pokémon partners and can communicate amongst themselves using squeaks and tail-shaking as friendly gestures!

Both kids and adults were thrilled to see Pikachu in the city with many memories and smiles being captured! If you got photos with Pikachu, share them with us by tagging us on social media @KidZaniaLondon as we'd love to see the fun you had!

Our Pokémon Creative Studio let's kids explore the role of an animator or trading card game designer. They will learn to create their very own stop motion animation using character, storyboarding and production software. Alternatively, they can explore how to create their very own trading cards, using image elements, colour, background and character statistics!