The Best Days Out for Families for the Start of Autumn

As the days become shorter and the nights draw in, we're giving you a look at the best days out for families wanting to make the most of and celebrate the start of autumn. The sun might not be so high in the sky, but there's still every reason to get out and about, whether that's with an outdoor experience or one where the action takes place inside.

• A Capital Idea

There's little that can match the excitement of a trip to London, one of the best capital cities on the planet. You're surrounded by iconic landmarks wherever you go. And what better way to see the sights than from an open top bus tour, which is followed by a scrumptious afternoon tea at the world-famous Harrods.

The much-loved Routemaster double deck bus is the perfect vehicle to guide you past some instantly recognisable sights including Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and the Tower of London. But that's not all, as the experience also includes a river trip on the Thames and a photo shoot opportunity outside Buckingham Palace. Is London calling? We think so!

• Full Steam Ahead

There's something truly magical about a Steam Train Ride. Perhaps it brings out the inner child in each of us. Because of its broad appeal, it makes a great day out for all the family.

We have a number of steam train trips that will delight all ages whether it's simply the pleasure of being on the train as it winds through beautiful countryside, or incorporating it with another experience such as a delicious cream tea or a boat tour. All aboard for a steam train ride? Yes, please!

• Hit Cruise Control

Spending time on the water is an ideal way to wash away the stresses and strains of everyday life. Enjoying it with the family on a River Cruise makes it even more special. Whether it's floating down the River Thames with a mouth-watering afternoon tea taking in sights such as the London Eye, Tate Modern and Tower Bridge, from a fresh perspective.

Or, you could head further back up the river to Oxford for a delightful picnic cruise through the rolling countryside, there's such a cruise to suit. Take it to another level by heading out on the high seas, including a harbour tour or mini cruises along the majestic British coastline. Are you ready to embark on a watery voyage? I'll splash out!

• Lights, Camera, Action

We've all got our favourite film or TV programme and often wished we could put our feet into the actor's shoes. Now you can with our TV and Film Tours at various locations which are ideal for a family day out.

Fans of Harry Potter, and there's plenty of them, have a variety of wizardry tours in London to select from. Moving away from the silver screen but staying in London, you can join a Doctor Who walking tour and take in some well-known sights that have featured in the popular family tea-time TV show. Whether it's a film or TV tour, it's guaranteed to be a blockbuster experience (popcorn is not included)!

• Early Autumn Attractions

Here at Experiences UK, we have cherry-picked the very best family days out to make the most of the distinctive tones of autumn. From sight-seeing tours and adventures in London, to steam train rides and river cruises, pick your perfect family experience and let us do the rest.