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Family Days Out in North Yorkshire

85 family-friendly activities — zoos, theme parks, soft play, museums and more.

Partly cloudy · 18°C — Lovely weather in North Yorkshire today — we've put the best outdoor spots first.

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Scarborough Castle
Ages 4–14

Scarborough Castle

Castles & Forts · Scarborough, North Yorkshire

4.6 (8,719)
Free
Alpamare UK
Ages 4–16

Alpamare UK

Theme Parks & Amusements · Scarborough, North Yorkshire

4.3 (4,146)
See website
Rievaulx Abbey
Ages 6–16

Rievaulx Abbey

Abbeys & Priories · Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire

4.8 (3,161)
Free
Helmsley Castle
Ages 4–14

Helmsley Castle

Castles & Forts · Helmsley, North Yorkshire

4.5 (2,995)
Free
Bolton Castle
Ages 4–14

Bolton Castle

Castles & Forts · North Yorkshire

4.6 (2,573)
Free
The Web Adventure Park
Ages 4–16

The Web Adventure Park

Theme Parks & Amusements · York, North Yorkshire

4.5 (2,497)
See website
Great Yorkshire Show
Ages 1–10

Great Yorkshire Show

Shows & Cinema · Harrogate, North Yorkshire

4.6 (2,222)
See website
Middleham Castle
Ages 4–14

Middleham Castle

Castles & Forts · Middleham, North Yorkshire

4.5 (1,782)
Free
Playdale Farm Park
Ages 1–10

Playdale Farm Park

Wildlife Parks · Scarborough, North Yorkshire

4.7 (1,678)
See website
Pickering Castle
Ages 4–14

Pickering Castle

Castles & Forts · Pickering, North Yorkshire

4.4 (1,460)
Free
Byland Abbey
Ages 6–16

Byland Abbey

Abbeys & Priories · Coxwold, North Yorkshire

4.7 (1,451)
Free
Easby Abbey
Ages 6–16

Easby Abbey

Abbeys & Priories · Richmond, North Yorkshire

4.7 (1,039)
Free
Kiplin Hall
Ages 5–16

Kiplin Hall

Historic Houses & Halls · North Yorkshire

4.7 (937)
Free
Spofforth Castle
Ages 4–14

Spofforth Castle

Castles & Forts · Harrogate, North Yorkshire

4.5 (839)
Free
Beetle Bank Farm
Ages 1–10

Beetle Bank Farm

Wildlife Parks · York, North Yorkshire

4.7 (785)
See website
Kirkham Priory
Ages 6–16

Kirkham Priory

Abbeys & Priories · Malton, North Yorkshire

4.5 (723)
Free
York Leisure Centre
Ages 5–16

York Leisure Centre

Activity Centres · York, North Yorkshire

4 (145)
See website

Things to do by town in North Yorkshire

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Planning a family day out in North Yorkshire?

North Yorkshire has something for every family — from indoor soft play and rainy-day museums to outdoor adventure parks, zoos, and farm attractions. Whether you're looking for free things to do with kids or a special occasion treat, our 85-strong guide covers the best family-friendly activities across North Yorkshire.

Use the filters above to browse by activity type, or search by town to find activities close to home. Many listings include age ranges, pricing information, and opening hours so you can plan your trip before you go.