In partnership with York Park & Ride
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 £3.80!
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 £3.80!
City Cruises York
City Cruises has trips to suit the whole family! From regular sightseeing tours with live, on-board commentary, to self-drive boats, and even a Fish & Chips cruise with ice cream!
National Railway Museum
Experience the extraordinary at The National Railway Museum. Wonderlab: The Bramall Gallery is an unmissable new interactive experience for families—where nothing is off limits.
York's Chocolate Story
Discover York's famous chocolate history through this tour attraction, taking you through the secrets of York's Chocolatiers, and the opportunity to create your own delicious chocolate.
JORVIK Viking Centre
York Castle Museum
See hundreds of years of York’s history in one place, with recreated indoor streets and Jacobean dining rooms.
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
View all blogs
Featured Family Friendly
York Minster
JORVIK Viking Centre
The Visit York Pass
Family Friendly Businesses
Family Friendly Events
View all Events
Princess Live!
Princess Live! is the ultimate hour long princess pop party, featuring your favourite fairy tale royalty in this all si…
Father's Day at The Swollen Gambler
Treat Dad to a delicious meal this Father’s Day weekend at The Swollen Gambler. Take advantage of our exclusive offer: …
Eboracum Roman Festival 2025
Eboracum Roman Festival 2025! Schools Week, 19 – 23 May 2025 Family festival, 24 – 31 May 2025York Museums Trust is l…
Meet Paddington™ at the NYMR
Join us on Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th May at Pickering Station, where the beloved Paddington™ will be making special…
How To Be A Kid
Warning: Contains dancing, chocolate cake, dinosaurs, superheroes and an epic car chase! Molly cooks. Molly does the di…
The Carnival of the Animals
Hear the animal kingdom brought to life inside York Minster as young listeners are guided through Camille Saint-Saëns’ …
Wars of the Roses (York Dungeon)
New Easter Seasonal Show - Wars of the Roses Which House Will You Choose......... Step into the dark heart of the Wars …
The Wind In The Willows
Pop Yer Clogs Theatre return to Theatre@41 with a fresh, high-energy reimagining of Kenneth Grahame’s beloved classic. …
Easter at The Caverns
Hop into the Easter Holidays at Stump Cross Caverns! We have so much going on this Half term from the grand reopening o…
WizardFest - York Festival of Wizardry!
York’s first festival of wizardry, conjured up by The Wizard Walk of York. Coming May 24-26th JOIN the event listing on…
Last Friday Dinner
Running every last Friday of the month, treat yourself to a 4 course themed dinner meal December - The Feast of 7 Fishe…
Last Friday Dinner
Running every last Friday of the month, treat yourself to a 4 course themed dinner meal November - Provincial Menu: The…
Family Friendly Offers
Eat, Drink & Bowl Deal
Eat, Drink & Bowl for just £8 per child and £11 per adult! Includes 1 game of bowling, 1 meal and 1 drink…
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…
£25 off Wolds Edge Breaks
To celebrate winning Visit York Tourism Award for Camping, Glamping, Holiday Park and Self Catering of the Ye…
Saturday Steak Night £45
Enjoy our Sizzling Steak Night every Saturday from 5pm and divulge in Steak & Wine for just £45! 2 perfec…
Save up to £10 per person at the York Dungeon
Save up to £10 per person using this link to book tickets for the York Dungeon*. Get ready to journey back th…
The Sunday Feast Menu at Roots York
Roots is open on Sundays, serving a set 3-course Sunday Feast Menu at £55 per person. It features succulent m…
Reason To Get Together Dining Package
Celebrate in style with friends and family or mix business and pleasure with colleagues and business associat…
MAL Sunday Lunch
Gather family and friends and enjoy a magnificent Sunday Lunch, check out the MENU. Pick your favorites from …
1 game, 1 course deal
Snatch up this great value in centre offer of 1 game, 1 course for only £10pp! Valid all day, every day.
Lunchtime Fixed Price Special
Join us every Monday to Friday lunchtime for our special lunchtime fixed price menu. 2 courses for £22 and 3 …
Sip and play offers
2 games/courses and a drink from £10pp. Offer valid all day Mon-Thurs, before 9pm Fridays and after 6pm Sunda…
50% OFF EVERY WEEKEND BEFORE 12PM
Take advantage of our 50% off early bird deal every weekend before 12pm! Valid for bowling and mini golf. Use…
Family Friendly Itineraries
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…
You may also like
York Steiner School Parent and Child Group
Malton Monthly Food Market - November 2025
