Last Updated on February 28, 2026
Jurassic World: The Experience – A Family Adventure Brought to Life at Battersea Power Station
As we made our way through the sleek riverside development at Battersea Power Station, my three young companions – aged 8, 11 and 14 – were quietly fizzing with anticipation. Jurassic World: The Experience had promised an immersive encounter with life-sized dinosaurs, and even the most sceptical among them couldn’t quite conceal their curiosity. For a generation raised on CGI and streaming services, this offered something different: the chance to come face to face with creatures they’d only ever seen on screens, brought to life, this time, in a surprisingly convincing way.
Jurassic World: The Experience is a carefully staged, interactive attraction that leans heavily into the spectacle of the film franchise. Designed to draw visitors into the heart of Isla Nublar, it offers the chance to wander through familiar movie locations, come nose-to-nose with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, and take part in a handful of hands-on activities along the way.
Tickets must be booked in advance, and although we had a 3:30 pm slot, there’s little point arriving early; they only allow entry five minutes before your designated time. That said, the queue moved swiftly, and we were soon ushered into the first part of the tour: a simulated ferry ride to Isla Nublar, followed by a grand entrance through the towering Jurassic World gates, which did a good job of setting the tone for what was to come.
The exhibition unfolds across several carefully crafted zones, beginning in the Land of Gentle Giants, where visitors walk beneath the towering neck of a Brachiosaurus and other enormous herbivores. My young companions were genuinely struck by the sheer scale and realism of these creatures, which move and respond with surprisingly lifelike detail.
In the next room, an Ankylosaurus caught our attention with its formidable club-like tail, a defensive weapon that belies its otherwise gentle, herbivorous nature. Here, too, we encountered baby dinosaurs tended by knowledgeable keepers who shared intriguing facts, adding a welcome touch of education to the spectacle. The boys were thrilled to climb inside a gyrosphere – a futuristic, transparent spherical ride vehicle featured in Jurassic World.
Next, we stepped into the Creation Lab, where we learned about the science behind dinosaur cloning and had the chance to interact with lifelike baby dinosaurs. One of the more memorable and unexpectedly joyous moments came when we were invited to feel different piles of dinosaur poo, adding a hands-on, if slightly messy, layer to the experience.
In the Raptor Paddock, things were stirring inside the Velociraptor enclosure, where we witnessed a captivating raptor training demonstration that showcased the creatures’ intelligence and agility. Saving the best for last, we moved on to T. rex Kingdom for a dramatic encounter with the legendary Tyrannosaurus rex – an unforgettable finale to the experience.
The dinosaurs are impressively brought to life through a mix of sophisticated animatronics and skilled puppetry, complemented by immersive set design and in-character actors portraying park rangers and scientists who help complete the illusion. Alongside the main exhibits, there are numerous interactive elements – visitors can pose for selfies with baby dinosaurs, try their hand at excavation activities, and explore a range of hands-on displays tailored to suit all ages. The experience takes around 45 to 60 minutes to complete, although there’s no rush. Guests are free to move at their own pace and soak up the atmosphere of this thoughtfully designed prehistoric world.
It’s a great day out for all the family – even the youngest guests seemed thoroughly enthralled, and I must admit, I was too.
Jurassic World: The Experience Ticket Information:
General admission prices for Jurassic World: The Experience starts at £22.90 for children (ages 3-15). Family and group tickets are also available. Please note that all tickets are valid for a specific time slot.
Travelling to Battersea Power Station could not be easier with the Zone 1 Battersea Power Station Underground station bringing the riverside neighbourhood within 15 minutes of the West End and the City. Battersea Power Station also has its very own Uber Boat by Thames Clippers pier. It is a 15-minute journey from Embankment, 20 minutes from Blackfriars, 30 minutes from Putney and 40 minutes from Canary Wharf. The riverside neighbourhood is easily accessible by bus, bike, car, and train as well.
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Battersea Power Station
Address: Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London SW11 8DD
Phone: 020 8176 6500
Location @NeonAtBPS
For more about Jurassic World: The Experience opening soon at NEON at Battersea Power Station, please visit jurassicworldexperience.co.uk.
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