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Family attractions & activities

Britain is crammed full of fun family attractions - from museums and galleries to theme parks and zoos. Britain's attractions are full of surprises and adventures for you and your family to discover, and with so many great family deals available, they'll never get bored. Come and see what Britain has to offer your family - you'll be spoilt for choice.

Alnwick Castle with one of the grand stone carved lions on Lion Bridge.

Educational attractions

Britain has thousands of must-see historic and scientific attractions, museums and galleries. But when you're travelling with children, sightseeing has to be fun, too. We've put together some fun, family friendly attractions that both kids and adults will love.

Educational attractions

Girl pointing to tiger at Banham Zoo - Credit: Banham Zoo

Zoos & safari parks

All kids love a day at the zoo, and Britain is home to some of the best zoos in the world, so make sure you pay them a visit while you're here. And if you want some animal adventure, take your family to one of Britain's fabulous safari parks, where you can roam around amongst your favourite creatures.

Zoos & safari parks

Keynes Country Park, Credit: Keynes Country Park

Top 10 family days out for under £10

We know that family holidays can be costly, so to give your wallet a break and your family a great day out, here are some ideas for the best family days out in Britain for under £10.

Top 10 family days out for under £10

The Colossus rollercoaster at Thorpe Park - Credit: Thorpe Park

Theme parks

If you want an adrenaline-packed day, take your family to one of Britain’s fantastic theme parks. Packed with rides that will make you scream, theme parks make a great family day out. And there’s so much to do that none of you will want to leave!

Theme parks

Quad Biking at Westlands Activity Centre - Credit: Westlands Activity Centre

Outdoor & adventure activities

If you're looking for some adventure from your family holiday, Britain is the place to be. There are so many wonderful outdoor and adventure activities you can do as a family, you're guaranteed a fantastic action-packed family holiday you'll never forget.

Outdoor & adventure activities

Crystal clear waters surrounding Shell Beach on the tiny island of Herm

Top 10 family beaches

Britain's coastline stretches for over 9,000 miles and is covered by beautiful beaches and bays where you'll find everything from old-fashioned seaside resorts to modern water sports centres. Find out about some of out best family beaches here.

Top 10 family beaches

Family theatre

Treat your family to a spectacular night out in London's West End and see a great family theatre show. From Mary Poppins to Lord of the Rings, you'll be spoilt for choice. But whichever show you pick, you'll be guaranteed a great night out.

Family theatre

Top 10 family picnic spots

There's no better way to spend a quiet day than having a picnic with your family. Britain is home to lots of beautiful picnic spots with lots to see, so pack your lunch and your family, and head off to one of our top ten picnic spots.

Top 10 family picnic spots

Girl bottle feeding a lamb at Dairyland Farm World - Credit: Dairyland Farm World

Top 10 family assessed attractions

Here are our top 10 family assessed attractions - you'll find everything from storytelling to knight schools, ensuring that you and your family will never be short of things to do during your visit to Britain.

Top 10 family assessed attractions

Robin Hood exhibition at Sherwood Forest - Credit: Nottingham County Council

Top 10 family days out for free

Britain is packed full of brilliant attractions that make great family days out. And lots of them are free! So take a look at our top 10 free family days out, and enjoy a fun, free, family day out.

Top 10 family days out for free