Things to Do in Birkenhead

⭐ 3.9

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Europa Pools Leisure Centre

Make a splash at this Birkenhead leisure centre featuring thrilling waterslides and an exciting wave machine that promises fun-filled aquatic adventures for the whole family.

⭐ 4.3

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Birkenhead

Experience the latest blockbusters across seven modern screens at this Conway Park cinema, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient on-site parking for families.

⭐ 4.6

Parks & Play Areas

Birkenhead Park

This historic green space offers family fun with outdoor play areas, tranquil nature trails and lakeside fishing, plus facilities including cafés, picnic spots and accessible amenities for all ages.

⭐ 4.3 1.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Tate Liverpool

Explore modern and contemporary masterpieces at this renowned waterfront gallery, offering world-class exhibitions and creative family activities with dining options and accessible facilities.

⭐ 4.6 1.4 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Mersey Ferry Explorer Cruise

Discover Liverpool's stunning waterfront aboard this iconic ferry cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage Site coastline, offering families unforgettable views of the city's famous landmarks from the River Mersey.

⭐ 4.6 1.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Museum of Liverpool

Dive into Liverpool's fascinating heritage through interactive exhibits celebrating the city's vibrant past, from its creative achievements to sporting legends, with dedicated spaces for little ones to learn through play.

⭐ 4.5 1.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The Beatles Story

Discover how John, Paul, George and Ringo changed music forever at Liverpool's immersive exhibition celebrating the Fab Four's legendary rise to fame. Fully wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts throughout.

⭐ 4.7 1.4 mi away

Landmarks & Monuments

Albert Dock Liverpool

Liverpool's iconic waterfront hub combines heritage architecture with modern family fun, offering world-class museums, waterside dining and shopping all in one vibrant location.

⭐ 4.4 1.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

International Slavery Museum

Explore the profound history of transatlantic slavery and its lasting legacy at this thought-provoking Liverpool Waterfront museum, featuring powerful exhibitions that examine freedom, equality and human rights.

⭐ 4.5 1.4 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

The Echo Wheel of Liverpool

Soar 60 metres above the Kings Dock waterfront in climate-controlled gondolas for spectacular city vistas. This iconic observation wheel offers wheelchair-accessible rides with breathtaking panoramas across Liverpool.

⭐ 4.5 1.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

British Music Experience

Journey through decades of British sound at this interactive museum inside the historic Cunard Building, where families can discover iconic artists and musical heritage from 1945 onwards.

⭐ 4.8 1.4 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Royal Liver Building 360

Explore one of Liverpool's most famous landmarks from its panoramic viewing platform while discovering fascinating stories about the building's heritage and the city's rich maritime past.

⭐ 4.9 1.5 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Escape Hunt Liverpool

Put your problem-solving skills to the test at Albert Dock's thrilling escape room venue, where families with children aged 10+ can tackle immersive challenges together and race against the clock.

⭐ 4.9 1.5 mi away

Caves & Mines

Queensway Tunnel Tour

Venture beneath Liverpool's streets to explore the historic Queensway Tunnel on this underground adventure suitable for families with children aged 10+. Learn about this engineering marvel with snacks available.

⭐ 4.8 1.5 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

City Explorer Liverpool

See Liverpool's must-visit landmarks from an open-top bus with 14 convenient stops where you can hop on and off throughout your sightseeing adventure around this historic waterfront city.

⭐ 4.8 1.5 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Splash Tours Liverpool

Experience Liverpool's landmarks from both land and water on an amphibious vehicle tour departing from the historic Royal Albert Dock, with baby changing facilities and pushchair access available.

⭐ 4.7 1.6 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Western Approaches HQ

Step into an authentic WWII command bunker where crucial Atlantic battle decisions were made, discovering the secret underground headquarters that helped protect vital supply convoys during wartime.

⭐ 3.9 1.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Upside Down House - Liverpool

Step into a topsy-turvy world where gravity seems reversed and every room creates brilliantly bonkers photo opportunities that'll leave your family laughing and amazed.

🎟️Sightseeing & Attractions

Curious About Liverpool 1.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Curious About Liverpool

Explore Liverpool's fascinating heritage on this family walking tour departing from the iconic St George's Hall, where you can bring your own picnic or grab food along the route.

⭐ 4.2 1.7 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Gravity MAX Liverpool

This family-friendly entertainment venue combines ten-pin bowling, darts and virtual reality experiences under one roof, with full accessibility including baby changing and wheelchair facilities plus on-site dining.

⭐ 4.2 1.7 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Liverpool ONE

Catch the latest blockbusters at this modern 18-screen cinema in Liverpool's vibrant shopping district, offering wheelchair access, baby facilities and pushchair-friendly spaces throughout.

⭐ 4.5 1.8 mi away

Farm Parks

Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm

Meet friendly farm animals at this accessible Bidston attraction with parking, an onsite restaurant and picnic areas—perfect for a family day out with wheelchair users welcome.

⭐ 4.5 1.8 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Liverpool Beatles Museum

Journey through the legendary story of the Fab Four with captivating memorabilia and exhibits celebrating their meteoric rise from Liverpool lads to global icons.

⭐ 4.5 1.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Bluecoat

Liverpool's creative hub showcases modern art with regular children's workshops and activities, plus an onsite café and full accessibility including baby facilities.

⭐ 4.6 1.9 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Slimeville Liverpool

Get ready for hands-on, messy entertainment at this one-of-a-kind venue where children create their own gooey concoctions and splash around in illuminated play zones dedicated entirely to slime!

⭐ 4.2 1.9 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Arcains

This Liverpool activity centre offers family fun with wheelchair access, onsite dining and convenient parking, though visitors should note there are no baby changing facilities or picnic options.

⭐ 4.9 1.9 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Challenge Point Liverpool

Book the entire venue for your group's exclusive escape room adventure in Liverpool's city centre, perfect for birthday parties and team events without other visitors joining in.

⭐ 4.8 1.9 mi away

Escape Room Challenges

Breakout Liverpool

Race against time to solve puzzles and crack codes in themed escape rooms where teamwork is essential to break free before the clock runs out in Liverpool's thrilling interactive adventure.

⭐ 4.5 1.9 mi away

Family Restaurants

Cat Cafe Liverpool

Enjoy delicious refreshments while spending quality time with friendly feline residents at this unique Liverpool venue on Bold Street, where cat enthusiasts can relax in a welcoming, accessible space.

⭐ 4.3 2 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Yellow Sub

This indoor play venue at Brunswick Business Park offers activity space for children, though families should note the limited facilities including no toilets or baby changing areas on site.

⭐ 4.6 2 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

St Johns Beacon Viewing Gallery

Climb Liverpool's iconic tower for breathtaking 360-degree city vistas stretching across the skyline and beyond from one of the region's highest vantage points.

⭐ 4.7 2.1 mi away

Landmarks & Monuments

St. George's Hall

This magnificent Liverpool landmark offers families a fascinating glimpse into the city's heritage, with wheelchair access, onsite dining and convenient nearby parking available.

⭐ 4.6 2.1 mi away

Museums & Galleries

World Museum Liverpool

Explore fascinating collections from ancient civilizations to outer space, plus encounter live creatures in the aquarium and insect house, all under one impressive Liverpool roof.

⭐ 4.9 2.1 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

VR HERE

Step into cutting-edge virtual reality adventures at this Liverpool attraction where the whole family can explore immersive digital worlds, with accessible facilities and onsite parking available.

⭐ 4.7 2.2 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Walker Art Gallery

Discover masterpieces spanning 700 years at this impressive Liverpool gallery on William Brown Street, featuring wheelchair access, onsite dining, and family-friendly facilities including picnic areas.

⭐ 4.7 2.3 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Liverpool

Experience high-speed racing thrills at this Sefton Street indoor karting venue, perfect for older children and adults seeking adrenaline-fueled family fun in a competitive setting.

⭐ 4.4 2.3 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Bounce House Liverpool

Jump into action at this Brunswick-based trampoline venue featuring 100+ linked trampolines, dodgeball courts and energetic activities for all ages, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.

🎟️Stadium Tours

Everton Stadium Tour ⭐ 5.0 2.4 mi away

Stadium Tours

Everton Stadium Tour

Step behind the scenes at Goodison Park to discover the historic home of Everton Football Club, with accessible facilities for all the family and nearby parking available.

⭐ 5.0 2.4 mi away

Birthday Party Venues

Coverstar Experiences

Liverpool's Coverstar Experiences on Arrad Street specialises in hosting memorable children's birthday celebrations, though facilities are limited with no toilets or baby changing areas on site.

⭐ 4.8 2.4 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Awesome Walls Climbing Liverpool

Scale exciting indoor climbing walls at this Liverpool venue inside a converted church, featuring routes for all abilities plus an onsite restaurant, parking and family facilities.

⭐ 4.6 2.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Victoria Gallery and Museum

Discover art treasures and fascinating exhibitions at the University of Liverpool's elegant museum, featuring accessible facilities, an onsite restaurant, and welcoming amenities for families.

⭐ 4.4 2.7 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

The Madhouse

This lively Wirral play centre keeps kids entertained with classic indoor attractions and a dedicated space for little ones, complete with an onsite café serving food and snacks.

⭐ 4.3 2.8 mi away

Inflatable & Bounce Parks

Inflation Wirral

This lively inflatable park at St. Marys College welcomes families with pushchairs and provides baby changing plus breastfeeding facilities, though wheelchair access is limited.

⭐ 4.5 2.8 mi away

Caves & Mines

Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre

Venture beneath Liverpool's streets to discover a mysterious network of 19th-century passages carved out by eccentric merchant Joseph Williamson, offering families a fascinating subterranean adventure.

⭐ 4.6 2.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Port Sunlight Museum

Discover the fascinating story of this Victorian model village created for factory workers, with fully accessible galleries perfect for families with young children and wheelchair users to explore together.

⭐ 3.8 3 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Play Planet Wallasey

Located right inside Seacombe Ferry Terminal, this vibrant indoor play centre lets youngsters burn off energy with soft play equipment while parents relax at the on-site café.

⭐ 4.8 3 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

The Climbing Hangar

Scale new heights together at this Liverpool climbing centre where beginners and experienced climbers of all ages can tackle walls under expert guidance, with facilities including parking, dining and accessible amenities.

⭐ 4.1 3.1 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Rascalz Soft Play Centre

Active youngsters can burn off energy at this indoor play venue in Eltham Green, though families should note the limited facilities and no outside food policy before visiting.

⭐ 4.1 3.3 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Riverside Bowl and Laser Quest

Strike up family fun with traditional ten-pin bowling and adrenaline-pumping laser tag adventures on New Brighton's Marine Parade, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel between games.

⭐ 4.6 3.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

New Brighton Beach

This seaside destination on Kings Parade combines traditional beach fun with entertainment including bowling, laser tag, gaming arcades and fairground rides, plus nearby parking and facilities.

⭐ 4.3 3.4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Bubbles World of Play

Young adventurers aged 0-11 can burn energy at this cutting-edge indoor play centre featuring Britain's biggest frame alongside refreshments and baby facilities at Marine Point Leisure Park.

⭐ 4.6 3.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Wallasey Beach

This Merseyside seaside spot offers sandy shores perfect for picnicking and swimming, plus thrilling views of windsurfers and kite surfers riding the waves, with onsite parking and facilities.

⭐ 4.8 3.7 mi away

Stadium Tours

Liverpool FC Stadium Tour & Museum

Explore the legendary Anfield home of Liverpool FC with an immersive behind-the-scenes stadium experience and museum celebrating the club's rich history. Fully accessible venue welcomes families with prams and baby facilities.

⭐ 4.7 3.7 mi away

National Parks & Reserves

Sefton Park

Liverpool's beloved Victorian green space features a stunning 19th-century glasshouse, enchanting Peter Pan sculpture, and dedicated children's playground, with onsite dining and convenient parking.

🎟️Adventure & Activity Centres

Activity for All, Wirral 3.9 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Activity for All, Wirral

This Wirral activity centre welcomes families with pushchairs and provides baby changing facilities, plus wheelchair-friendly access to certain areas with accessible toilets available.

🎟️Indoor Soft Play

Mini Monsters Fun House 3.9 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Mini Monsters Fun House

This Chester play centre keeps little ones entertained whatever the weather, with soft play zones, accessible facilities, onsite dining and convenient parking for families.

🎟️Museums & Galleries

Eureka! Science + Discovery 3.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Eureka! Science + Discovery

A fully accessible hands-on science museum in Wallasey where families can explore interactive exhibits together, with wheelchair and pushchair access throughout plus baby changing facilities available.

⭐ 4.5 4.1 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Brimstage Maze

Navigate three miles of twisting pathways at this classic outdoor maze challenge on the Wirral, where families race to find the exit first while enjoying picnic-friendly grounds.

⭐ 4.8 4.1 mi away

Adventure Golf

Mini Golf Adventures

Enjoy a fun-filled round of crazy golf perfect for families with young children, featuring baby changing rooms and breastfeeding facilities, though some areas have limited accessibility.

⭐ 4.6 4.1 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Imagine That!

This hands-on play centre features themed zones where children can build, create and explore through interactive activities. Fully accessible with baby facilities, refreshments available on-site.

⭐ 4.3 4.1 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Bromborough

This seven-screen cinema on Welton Road brings blockbuster entertainment to families, with wheelchair access, snacks available and comfortable seating for memorable movie outings together.

⭐ 4.6 4.2 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Otterspool Park

Liverpool's waterfront haven features multi-age play areas and scenic riverside walks, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel between adventures along the promenade.

🎟️Beaches & Coastline

Moreton Beach ⭐ 4.5 4.2 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Moreton Beach

Pack a bucket and spade for this sandy stretch near Wallasey, complete with parking, toilets and refreshments – perfect for castle-building families ready to enjoy a classic seaside day out.

⭐ 4.0 4.3 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Funtown Liverpool

Young visitors can burn off energy at this Garston soft play venue featuring climbing frames and slides, plus an onsite restaurant for refuelling hungry families.

⭐ 4.3 4.3 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Otterspool Adventure Centre

Little adventurers aged 2-10 can meet farmyard friends, race go-karts, putt around mini golf courses and bounce on giant pillows at this award-winning Liverpool play park with full wheelchair and pushchair access.

⭐ 4.5 4.3 mi away

Bowling Alleys

The Bowl Bromborough

Strike up some family fun at this fully accessible bowling venue with onsite parking, restaurant facilities and a welcoming policy that lets you bring your own picnic too.

⭐ 4.0 4.3 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Liverpool

Strike up some family fun at this modern bowling venue on Edge Lane Retail Park, complete with arcade games, pool tables and an onsite restaurant. Wheelchair accessible with baby changing facilities available.

⭐ 3.7 4.7 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Lifestyles Peter Lloyd

This Liverpool leisure centre combines aquatic fun with outdoor sports facilities including four illuminated football pitches, plus an onsite restaurant and free parking for families.

⭐ 4.4 4.9 mi away

Farm Parks

Rice Lane City Farm

This working city farm offers hands-on encounters with friendly livestock across 24 acres of green space, plus picnic areas and an onsite restaurant for family refreshments.