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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 and Summer in York pages. 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. In 2024, check out the new fashion galleries and Summer Gala.
Book Your Summer 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.
Thor's Orangery
York's favourite pop-up bar is coming back this Summer! Head to Parliament Street to enjoy live music, delicious street food, and a new drinks menu.
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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The Great Summer Social
THE GREAT SUMMER SOCIAL Grab your friends and family and let The Great Summer Social begin. Now open until Sunday 8 Sep…
Summer Holidays at Beningbrough
Spend time together at Beningbrough, with the Feathered Friends nature trail, Wonderful, Wild Wednesdays and even thing…
The Best of the 80's at City Screen
THE 80'S ARE BACK Get ready for a blockbuster-sized summer celebration of the best films from the greatest decade: Pict…
Around the World in 80 Days-ish!
Based on the novel by Jules Verne. Adapted and directed by Juliet Forster. Our beautiful building is hosting a big top…
Fire anniversary guided tours
York Minster’s general admission tickets include a free guided tour of the cathedral. Throughout the summer months, our…
On this Spot
Stand in the footsteps of those who saw the 1984 fire and its aftermath by following a new digital-visual trail – On Th…
National Treasures: Monet in York ‘The Water-Lily Pond’
Monet’s ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the central feature of a major new exhibition at York Art Gallery to mark the 200…
Star Carr
Star Carr: Life after the ice Opens 22 March 2024 Included in general admission Discover what human life was like 11,00…
Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail
Join us this summer and try out our brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our…
Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey at York Cocoa Works
Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey Learn how we make chocolate at York Cocoa Works with our Chocolate Manufactory Ta…
Chocolate Lollipop Making
Join us at York Cocoa Works to craft your own chocolate treat to take away to gift, share or just enjoy all to yourself…
Romans: Labyrinth of the Lost
Will you escape the Labyrinth of the Lost? It is 120 AD. The Roman’s have conquered York and named their new fortress, …
Family Friendly Offers
Malmaison Afternoon Tea
Prosecco Afternoon Tea for 2
With this voucher, you can have your cake and eat it with a 22% discount! Includes our delish afternoon tea f…
Where stays become stories. Book your next unforgettable UK getaway with Host & Stay.
Shape moments into memories with Host & Stay. Use code MEMORABLEMOMENTS10 to save 10% off your next UK ge…
Go Ape at Dalby Forest
SAVE 15% off Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Dalby
SAVE 15% on Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Dalby with promotional code FAMILY15. [1] Available Sunday - Friday o…
The York Dungeon
50% Off Kids Tickets!
Say yes to real fun this summer! FUN… right now everyone in Britain could certainly do with some! So, what d’…
Ambiente Tapas Fossgate
Spanish Brunch - One Weekend Only!
To celebrate the long weekend, we’re putting on an exclusive Spanish Brunch for one weekend only! On Saturday…
No.1 by GuestHouse, York
Two Night City Break at No.1, York
ESCAPE THE EVERYDAY WITH GUESTHOUSE Spend two nights in the charming city of York We’ve packaged together eve…
Castle Howard Lakeside Holiday Park
2 for 1 Entry to Castle Howard Gardens for all Lakeside Holiday Park Campers and Tourers
Located just across The Great Lake of Castle Howard, Lakeside Holiday Park is the perfect spot to stay. Surro…
Tabanco by Ambiente
Spanish Brunch - One Weekend Only!
To celebrate the long weekend, we’re putting on an exclusive Spanish Brunch for one weekend only! On Saturday…
The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub
Lunchtime Fixed Price Special
Join us every Monday to Friday lunchtime for our special lunchtime fixed price menu. 2 courses for £22 and 3 …
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…
York's Chocolate Story
20% off Resident Sundays
Exciting news for York residents! Enjoy an exclusive offer every Sunday with a fantastic 20% discount on admi…
The Pheasant Hotel, Harome
3 Nights for the Price of 2
Hideaway for longer with our 3 nights for the price of 2! Stay two nights Dinner Bed and Breakfast and get th…
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