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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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York Minster
The Visit York Pass
Magical Night Market at Shambles Market
Family Friendly Businesses
Rainbows Ceramics - Event Orga…
Family Friendly Experiences
Chocolate Lollipop Making
Prices From £5.00
Join us at York Cocoa Works to craft your own chocolate treat to take away to show off, share or just enjoy!Budding cho…
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…
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at 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…
Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey
Prices From £12.50
Learn how we make chocolate at York Cocoa Works with our Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey.During your time with us…
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
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 …
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 Ghost Quest: family-friendly treasure hunt in York
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…
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…
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…
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 …
Family Friendly Events
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The Crescent Record fair
A small fair with a great selection of vinyl records of many genres. 8 stallholders with thousands of collectable LPs a…
Zog
Tue 14 Jul - Wed 15 Jul 20261 hour with no interval | Tue at 16:30, Wed at 10:30, 13:30 &15:30Age guidance: Most su…
Flowers & Friendship Bracelets
Sun 28 Jun 2026 | 3pm1 hour 55 minutes incl. intervalStrictly ages 3+https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9WSSBqUunU Now wi…
Jumbo the Elephant
Meet Jumbo the Elephant in York! Standing at an incredible 2 metres tall and 1.3 metres wide, this life sized elephant …
Yorkshire Day at Carlton Towers
YORKSHIRE DAY AT CARLTON TOWERS🌼1st of August 2026 | 10am - 6pmEarly Bird Sale - Limited number available!BOOK TICKETS …
Walled Garden Talk: Growing Succulents
Join us in the glasshouse of the Sledmere Walled Garden and discover the world of succulents with Garden Team Member Is…
Walled Garden Talk: Growing Succulents
Join us in the glasshouse of the Sledmere Walled Garden and discover the world of succulents with Garden Team Member Is…
Scavenger Hunt
Take part in a Scavenger Hunt around the Grounds at Sledmere!Get ready for an outdoor adventure at Sledmere’s Scavenger…
Scavenger Hunt
Take part in a Scavenger Hunt around the Grounds at Sledmere!Get ready for an outdoor adventure at Sledmere’s Scavenger…
Scavenger Hunt
Take part in a Scavenger Hunt around the Grounds at Sledmere!Get ready for an outdoor adventure at Sledmere’s Scavenger…
May Half Term at City Cruises York!
May Half Term: York’s Only Boat Tour Make the most of the school holidays with a unique voyage through the heart of the…
York’s Only Boat Tour
Sailing Daily from the City Centre! Uncover the history of our ancient city from a completely different perspective. Jo…
Family Friendly Offers
The Grand, York
Proper Sunday Lunch
Join us at The Rise as our much-loved Sunday Lunch returns. Enjoy a refined take on the British classic, with…
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
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…
Chez Mal at Malmaison
The Chateau Roast @ Chez MAL
Tradition, fired up. Roasted meats, rich jus, and sides that steal the spotlight all with château-style charm…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
10% Off with Wizard Walk Of York!
We’ve partnered with the amazing Wizard Walk of York to offer a spellbinding bonus just for our visitors!When…
Highwayman Tours – Private Driven Tours of York & Yorkshire
NHS Discount - Highwayman Tours
Discount on Highwayman Tours for NHS workers!
Little Blondie Bakehouse
Morning deal + 4 and 6 box deals
Our morning deal runs 7 days a week (from open until 11:30am) grab yourself a pastry + hot drink for only £6M…
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring
10% off Entry with City Sightseeing York
We’ve teamed up with the splendid folks at City Sightseeing York to bring you a delightful double helping of …
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…
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 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…
Bill's Restaurant
25% Off Bills
Bill's has been making sure everyone leaves happy since 2001 – & we're just getting started! To celebrate…
Kapadokya 50
Lunch 2 Course Menu Offer
Get ready to discover the enchanting flavors of Kapadokya50 with a modern touch. The carefully crafted Lunch …
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…
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…
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