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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!
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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.
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York Minster
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Family Friendly Businesses
Family Friendly Experiences
Self-Drive Boat Hire in York
Self-Drive Boat Hire in York
Prices From £40.00
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Fancy driving your very own boat? Of course you do.Try your hand at skippering y…
Evening Escape Cruise: City Cruises
Evening Escape Cruise: City Cruises
Prices From £18.00
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Looking for the most tranquil way to end your day in York?Embark on the Evening …
Chocolate Lollipop Making
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £6.50
Join us at York Cocoa Works to craft your own chocolate treat to take away to show off, share or just enjoy!Budding cho…
Party Nights Afloat: City Cruises
Party Nights Afloat: City Cruises
Prices From £47.50
Step off the pavement and onto York’s only floating dance floor.Party Nights Afloat is the city's go-to high-energy c…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Prices From £9.50
Looking for something a little different in York? Welcome to The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring, an award-win…
Calm Hour At The Puzzling World of Professor Kett…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Prices From £9.50
Experience The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring in a quieter, more relaxed environment during our dedicated Cal…
York River Bus: City Cruises
York River Bus: City Cruises
Prices From £15.00
Riverbus: City Cruises From Campsite To The City - And Back!Ready to swap the campsite for a day in the city without …
York Fish and Chips Cruise: City Cruises
York Fish and Chips Cruise: City Cruises
Prices From £29.00
Sailing daily from the City Centre!Fancy a chippy tea with a view? Of course you do.Combine the best of British tra…
The Cookery School at The Grand, York
The Cookery School at The Grand, York
Prices From £85.00
Based in York’s finest hotel, The Cookery School at The Grand, York offers classes for all skill levels. The expert tut…
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at York Cocoa Works
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £25.00
AVAILABLE DAILY - Design and create your very own chocolate bar in our hands on chocolate bar making workshop. Choose f…
Hump Day BBQs
Novotel York Centre
Prices From £28.50
Grill & Chill at Novotel York Centre's BBQ! Delicious food, refreshing drinks and live music await. Your perfect su…
The Ghost Quest: family-friendly treasure hunt in…
The York Quests: Immersive Riddly Treasure Hunts and Outdoor Escape Rooms
Prices From £19.99
Can you save all the ghosts?Enjoy a family-friendly treasure hunt in York. Walk through this historic city solving ridd…
Alive After Five: City Cruises
Alive After Five: City Cruises
Prices From £14.00
The Happiest Hour on the Ouse! Clocked off or just getting started? Swap the pub for the river. Give happy hour a whole…
Abbeys, Ruins and Reformation
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
Prices From £295.00
Explore Yorkshire’s ruined abbeys, historic villages and Reformation stories on a private driven tour from York.Abbeys,…
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Prices From £14.00
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
Wizarding Afternoon Tea at The Grand, York
The Rise Restaurant, Terrace & Bar
Prices From £26.50
The Grand, once a magical hub for railway travellers, has come alive once more for a long-forgotten tradition of Wizard…
Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey
York Cocoa Works
Prices From £12.50
Learn how we make chocolate at York Cocoa Works with our Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey.During your time with us…
Family Friendly Events
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Welcome to Storywood - Writing Workshops for ages…
Grand Opera House York
Mon 21 Sep, Mon 19 Oct & Mon 23 Nov 2026 | 4pm - 5pmAge guidance: 9+Step beyond the pages of a familiar fairytale a…
Autumn Market at Nunnington Hall
Nunnington Hall - National Trust
Spend a relaxed autumn day at Nunnington Hall and discover a celebration of local craftsmanship, creativity and communi…
Medieval Weekend at Barley Hall
Barley Hall
Join us at Barley Hall from 29th – 31st August for a weekend celebrating the sights, sounds, and skills of the Middle A…
Art at the Adventurers with Clavis Mentis
Merchant Adventurers' Hall
Join us in the relaxed setting of the Hall's garden for an arts session with a difference! Bring your own sketchbooks a…
York Attractions' Week
York Attractions' Week17th - 23rd August 2026Make the most of York Attractions' Week with special offers, added extras …
Christmas On The Water!
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
Christmas On The Water! Make the most of the festive season with a magical voyage through the heart of the city. Keep t…
October Half Term on the water!
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
October Half Term: York’s Only Boat Tour Make the most of the school holidays with a unique voyage through the heart of…
The Selfish Giant
Friargate Theatre
Step into the magical world of the Giant's garden. It's full of music, beauty, bird song and stories!But the Giant is …
Hocus Pocus Halloween
Mother Shipton’s Cave
Get ready to be spellbound this Halloween at Mother Shipton's in Knaresborough, Yorkshire. From 24th October to 1st Nov…
Sledmere Play Barn
Sledmere House and Gardens
Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sun & BH Mon from 29th July to 31st Aug.Are you looking for the perfect Summer holiday activity? T…
Summer Nature Trail
Sledmere House and Gardens
Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun between 19th July – 6th Sept10am - 5pmRoam the Parkland and Gardens during the holidays at Sl…
Micklegate Choir Performance: Sound Waves
York Art Gallery
Micklegate Choir Performance: Sound Waves Sunday 30th August 2026 |12pm Free| admission to York Art Gallery is not req…
Family Friendly Offers
Lunch 2 Course Menu Offer
Kapadokya 50
Get ready to discover the enchanting flavors of Kapadokya50 with a modern touch. The carefully crafted Lunch …
50% off Boat Trips!
York Sightseeing Cruise: City Cruises
About UsSailing Daily from the City Centre!York Attractions Week Special Save 50% on Daytime Sig…
York Pride Offer!
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
From now until the end of the year, show your York Pride wristband to our team when purchasing a walk-in tick…
Wing Wednesday
Fancy Hank's Bar & Kitchen
All You Can Eat Wings & Fries £13.95pp 💥Wednesdays from 4pmChoose your flavours..💥Buffalo💥Cowboy Butter💥B…
10% Off with Wizard Walk Of York!
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
We’ve partnered with the amazing Wizard Walk of York to offer a spellbinding bonus just for our visitors!When…
10% Off Entry with Golden Tours York
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Exciting News!We’ve teamed up with Golden Tours York to bring you an exclusive deal!* Show us your Golden Tou…
Lunchtime Fixed Price Special
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub
Join us every Monday to Friday lunchtime for our special lunchtime fixed price menu. 2 courses for £22 and 3 …
York Pride Offer!
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
Celebrate York Pride with us and enjoy 20% off walk-in admission when you show your York Pride wristband at e…
Proper Sunday Lunch
The Grand, York
Join us at The Rise as our much-loved Sunday Lunch returns. Enjoy a refined take on the British classic, with…
Summer Cave Savings
Stump Cross Caverns
Great news for summer adventurers! As part of the government's Great British Summer Savings scheme, we're pas…
Hollywood Bowl 3 games deal!
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
Take advantage of our exclusive online only offer! Grab 3 games of bowling from only £9 per child, £11 per ad…
Children Under 10 Can Play Race Across the World:…
Race Across the World: The Experience York
Let the summer adventures begin by taking on the high-stakes foot race and official live experience of the hi…
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…
Family Friendly Summer in York: Sunrise to Sunset
York is a the perfect family-friendly destination. Let us help you make your summer in York unforgettable with a family…
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