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Family Friendly York
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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.
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Discover Eggsplore: Mini Ceramic Egg Hunt
Come along to York Explore Library and take part in the mini ceramic egg hunt. Find an egg and you can take it home! 10…
Discover: Eggsplore Ceramic Sculpture Trail
Two completely free trails for families are happening this Easter from the 28 March until 12 April 2026.Use your maps t…
The Witches Coven 2026
The Witches Coven is the annual anniversary celebration of the Hocus Pocus Tiny Hotel — a gathering of witches, wandere…
Day Out With Thomas™ at the NYMR
23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30 & 31 MayAll Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favourite #1 blue engine is comin…
The Curse At The Puzzling World Of Professor Kettlestring!
The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring’s has been cursed by archnemesis Mortius Darktrix!The Professor is trapped…
Sir Tick-Tockleton’s Easter Party Quest!
Sir Tick-Tockleton’s Easter party is in trouble!His mischievous bunny friends have hopped away and are hiding throughou…
Handel's Messiah
The Schola Cantorum of Ampleforth College and the Ampleforth Choral Society perform Handel’s celebrated Oratorio, Messi…
Wreath-making
Saturday 28 and Saturday 29 November, 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 3.30pmCreate your very own personalised Christmas …
Christmas Craft Market
The inaugural Ampleforth Abbey Christmas Craft Market, a joyful celebration of local artists, craftspeople and independ…
Lantern-Making Workshop
Special lantern-making workshops in preparation for our Lantern Procession on Sunday 6 December. You will be provided w…
Apple Week – Half-term Activities
Celebrate our apple-growing tradition this October half-term with a week of orchard-inspired fun.Take part in Apple Oly…
Heritage Open Days
Explore the extraordinary craftsmanship and architectural legacy of Ampleforth Abbey and Ampleforth College this Herita…
Family Friendly Offers
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
Sip and play offers
2 games of bowling and a drink from £13pp. Offer valid all day Monday-Friday and after 6pm Sundays. Includes …
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…
Yorkshire’s Finest Hampers
10% off! Share a little bit of Yorkshire!
If you have enjoyed your stay in Yorkshire why not send and share a Yorkshire's Finest Hamper back home or to…
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…
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 Golden Tours York.
Exciting News!We’ve teamed up with Golden Tours York to bring you an exclusive deal!* Show us your Golden Tou…
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
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.
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…
Hotel du Vin & Bistro - Weddings
10% off Winter Weddings Hotel du Vin York
Whatever your style, we can cater for you.Working with our resident chef and sommelier we’ll help create your…
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…
Hollywood Bowl And Putt and Play mini golf
3 games deal!
Take advantage of our exclusive online only offer! Grab 3 games of bowling from only £9 per child, £11 per ad…
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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