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Family days out in Bournemouth

16 listed · best reviewed first

Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Bournemouth

ODEON Bournemouth

Bournemouth

ODEON Bournemouth

★ 4.5 (4,753)

Treat your family to the latest blockbusters at this 10-screen cinema on Exeter Crescent, with snacks available and wheelchair access throughout the venue.

Oceanarium

Bournemouth

Oceanarium

★ 4.2 (7,201)

Discover marine life from around the world at this Bournemouth aquarium, home to 150+ species with daily feeding demonstrations and expert talks. Fully wheelchair accessible throughout.

Hengistbury Head Beach and Reserve

Ferndown

Hengistbury Head Beach and Reserve

★ 4.8 (771)

This stunning coastal reserve combines a sandy south-facing beach with 162 acres of diverse natural habitats including woodland and meadows, perfect for family picnics and nature walks.

TeamSport Indoor Karting Bournemouth

Bournemouth

TeamSport Indoor Karting Bournemouth

★ 4.6 (959)

Experience the adrenaline rush of indoor go-kart racing on Bournemouth's multi-level track, where families with older children can compete in high-speed electric karts for an unforgettable day out.

Pause Cat Cafe

Bournemouth

Pause Cat Cafe

★ 4.5 (865)

Enjoy refreshments surrounded by friendly felines at this welcoming Bournemouth venue, offering accessible facilities and dining options for the whole family to savour alongside playful resident cats.

Mulligans Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Mulligans Bournemouth

★ 4.4 (990)

Enjoy multi-level mini golf fun at this popular Bournemouth venue featuring three exciting themed courses for all ages. Fully accessible with onsite dining, baby facilities and convenient parking available.

Mighty Adventures Crazy Golf

Bournemouth

Mighty Adventures Crazy Golf

★ 4.4 (643)

Putt your way through a prehistoric themed adventure course featuring dinosaurs and exciting obstacles at this family-friendly Bournemouth venue with full facilities including restaurant and accessibility options.

Laser Quest Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Laser Quest Bournemouth

★ 4.2 (689)

Battle through multi-level arenas at this action-packed laser tag venue in Bournemouth, where families can enjoy futuristic combat games with snacks available and picnics welcome.

Lollipops Soft Play Cafe Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Lollipops Soft Play Cafe Bournemouth

★ 4.5 (413)

This welcoming indoor play centre on Landseer Road offers youngsters an exciting adventure playground while parents relax with refreshments from the onsite café, complete with baby facilities.

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, Bournemouth

★ 4.7 (220)

Set sail on a swashbuckling pirate-themed mini golf adventure right on Bournemouth's seafront, featuring accessible courses perfect for family fun by the pier.

Slades Farm Skate Park

Bournemouth

Slades Farm Skate Park

★ 4.3 (167)

Roll, flip and grind at this outdoor skate park on Columbia Road, perfect for boarders and BMX riders looking to practice their moves in Ensbury Park.

Arcadia Escape Room

Bournemouth

Arcadia Escape Room

★ 4.8 (92)

Challenge your family's problem-solving skills in immersive themed rooms where you'll work together to crack codes and uncover clues. Pushchair-accessible venue perfect for older children and adults.

Bournemouth Pier

Bournemouth

Bournemouth Pier

★ 4.6 (102)

Enjoy a classic seaside experience with beautiful sandy shores and ocean views at this iconic pier destination. Wheelchair accessible with toilets on-site and picnics welcome.

Kids Play Cafe

Bournemouth

Kids Play Cafe

★ 5.0 (36)

A vibrant indoor play venue on Charminster Road offering supervised fun for children alongside an onsite café serving meals and refreshments, with baby changing rooms and convenient nearby parking.

Mini Monsters

Bournemouth

Mini Monsters

★ 5.0 (36)

An energetic indoor play centre with baby changing facilities, though families should note that pushchairs and wheelchairs cannot access all areas of the venue.

Littledown Miniature Railway

Bournemouth

Littledown Miniature Railway

★ 4.6 (47)

Take a scenic ride aboard authentic narrow gauge steam locomotives on an elevated track through Bournemouth's Littledown Park, with refreshments and picnic areas available for a complete family day out.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Bournemouth?+

We list 16 in Bournemouth. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Bournemouth are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: ODEON Bournemouth (4.5/5, 4,753 reviews), Oceanarium (4.2/5, 7,201 reviews) and Hengistbury Head Beach and Reserve (4.8/5, 771 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.

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