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Family Friendly York
Family Friendly
Welcome to York, an exciting and child-friendly city perfect for family adventures! Whether you’re planning a fun-filled day out, looking to keep the kids entertained on a rainy day, or searching for holiday activities, York has something for everyone. Residents and visitors alike will find endless opportunities for family fun in our vibrant city.
Explore more great family-friendly ideas on our Half Term page. There's never been a better time to enjoy York with the kids!
Start your journey with York Park & Ride! It’s quicker and easier than driving. You can park for free. And it’s easy to access, with 6 different sites around the city. What’s more an Adult ticket with 3 children free costs just £3.90!
York Park & Ride ▸
Start your journey with York Park & Ride! It’s quicker and easier than driving - plus, you can park for free. Easy to access, there are 6 different sites around the city. What’s more, an Adult ticket with 3 Children costs just £3.90!
York Dungeon ▸
With live actors, dark history, immersive sets and amazing special effects… the only question is are you brave enough to step into the depths of the York Dungeon?
Book Your Stay ▸
York offers a wide range of accommodation, from hotels to self-catering getaways, giving you an eclectic choice of inviting places to rest your head after a day of exploring.
Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop ▸
Based in the heart of the city, our friendly assistants are here to share their expert local knowledge of attractions, travel information, places to eat, shops and events with you.
Family Friendly Blogs
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Family Friendly Businesses
Family Friendly Events
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Greg Jenner: Totally Chaotic History: Roman Britain Gets Rowdy!
Greg Jenner: Totally Chaotic History: Roman Britain Gets Rowdy! Saturday 23 May | 10:30 and 2:30£7.50pp | Book Tickets …
Easter Hob Hunt at York Mansion House
Can you crack the code hidden in our Easter Hob Hunt?Our helpful household faeries, the hobs, have hidden eggs all arou…
Be Like Blippi Tour
Get ready to see the world more curiously, because Blippi is coming to your hometown in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour…
Printers’ Devils: Children’s Letterpress Workshop
Calling the next generation of printers! Printer’s devils were children who worked in the printing house. This is your …
Slice of Fun: Quiz Night Fundraiser
Pie and Peas, a fun quiz, refreshments and a raffle - what's not to like? Help us raise funds for the Age UK York Keep …
Children's Bookbinding Workshop
Join us for a hands-on workshop where children will learn the basics of bookbinding and create a unique handmade notebo…
The Summoning - New Show for 2026
The spirits of the past stir once more...Step back into 19th Century York, a city obsessed with spiritualism, and the d…
Ride the Wave: Family Relief Printing
Ride the Wave: Family Relief Printing Friday 10 April 2026 10.30am - 3:30pm Included in general admission Explore the …
Gallery Tales
Gallery Tales Wednesday 1 April 2026 Session 1: 10.15am - 11am | Session 2: 11.30am - 12.15pm Suitable for ages 2-8 | £…
Gallery Tales
Gallery Tales Wednesday 8 April 2026 Session 1: 10.15am - 11am | Session 2: 11.30am - 12.15pm Suitable for ages 2-8 | £…
Spring Trail
Spring Trail Daily, 28 March - 12 April 2026Suitable for all ages Collect a trail sheet from the Yorkshire Museum admi…
Make and Play
Make and Play Daily, except Saturday 28 March, Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April 2026 Drop in between 10.30am - 3…
Family Friendly Offers
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
Hollywood Bowl - Sip and play offers
2 games of bowling and a drink from £13pp. Offer valid all day Monday-Friday and after 6pm Sundays. Includes …
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Little Vikings, Rewards!
Little Vikings cardholders now receive 10% off walk-in admission tickets to The Puzzling World of Professor K…
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
Hollywood Bowl 3 games deal!
Take advantage of our exclusive online only offer! Grab 3 games of bowling from only £9 per child, £11 per ad…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
10% Off Entry with Golden Tours York
Exciting News!We’ve teamed up with Golden Tours York to bring you an exclusive deal!* Show us your Golden Tou…
Roots York
The Sunday Feast Menu at Roots York
Roots is open on Sundays, serving a set 3-course Sunday Feast Menu at £70 per person.Our New Year Sunday Feas…
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub
Early Evening Special Menu
Join us every Monday to Friday evening from 5.00pm till 6.00pm for our special fixed price evening menu. Cura…
The York Dungeon
Save up to 30% per person at the York Dungeon
Save up to 30% per person using this link to book tickets for the York Dungeon*.Get ready to journey back thr…
Wolds Edge Holiday Lodges
£25 off Wolds Edge Breaks
To celebrate winning Visit York Tourism Award for Camping, Glamping, Holiday Park and Self Catering of the Ye…
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
Eat, Drink & Play Deals
Eat, Drink & Bowl for just £8 per child and £11 per adult! Includes 1 game of bowling, 1 meal and 1 drink…
Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens
Wildlife Day Advanced Family Ticket
Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens Annual Wildlife Day is on the 29th June 2025. This is a day for all the family, w…
Go Quest Adventures - Self-Guided City Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt
Save 20% Off Your York Adventure Quest
Looking for something unique to do? Why not try a Go Quest Adventure - a city-based challenge packed with puz…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
York Pride Offer!
From now until the end of the year, show your York Pride wristband to our team when purchasing a walk-in tick…
Family Friendly Itineraries
Starring York & North Yorkshire: 72 Hours
If you're in York and North Yorkshire for only 72 hours, find our ultimate itinerary for you to use on your visit. From…
York Mumbler’s Guide to Accessible Family Fun in York
York Mumbler has published a comprehensive, free online guide for families with accessibility, autism-friendly, sensory…
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