Things to Do in Bourton-on-the-Water

⭐ 4.6

Museums & Galleries

Cotswold Motoring Museum

Step into automotive history at this charming museum housed in a historic mill, showcasing vintage cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia from bygone eras.

⭐ 4.6 0.4 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

The Old New Inn Model Village

Step into a charming miniature world where Bourton-on-the-Water's famous honey-stone cottages and bridges are recreated at one-ninth scale. This enchanting model village delights visitors of all ages with intricate details.

⭐ 4.5

Zoos & Animal Parks

Birdland Park and Gardens

Meet Britain's only King Penguins at this charming wildlife park featuring exotic birds and interactive exhibits. Family-friendly with wheelchair access, picnic areas and dining options available.

⭐ 4.6

Boat Tours & Cruises

Bourton on the Water Mystery Trail

Explore the charming village streets on this self-guided detective adventure that takes families through Bourton's scenic spots while solving clues and puzzles together along the way.

⭐ 4.6 4.6 mi away

Farm Parks

Cotswold Farm Park

Experience hands-on farming fun at this family-friendly park featuring safari rides, outdoor play areas, and interactive sessions where children can meet rare breed animals and learn countryside skills.

⭐ 4.6 6.4 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

The Warehouse Climbing Centre

Challenge your family to scale new heights at this Parliament Street climbing venue, though note it has limited facilities including no toilets or wheelchair access on site.

⭐ 4.6 7.8 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Batsford Arboretum

Young adventurers will love wandering through this enchanting woodland filled with hidden wildlife habitats and babbling brooks. Pushchair-friendly paths make it perfect for families with little ones.

⭐ 4.8 7.8 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Cotswold Falconry Centre

Experience spectacular birds of prey up close at this Batsford Park centre, where you can watch flying demonstrations and meet magnificent owls, eagles and falcons in the beautiful Cotswolds.

⭐ 4.6 8.3 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Chedworth Roman Villa

Step back in time at this remarkably preserved Roman villa nestled in the Cotswolds, where ancient mosaics and hypocaust heating systems reveal daily life from nearly 2,000 years ago.

⭐ 5.0 8.9 mi away

Farm Parks

BLACKLION Farm

A fully accessible children's farm near Moreton-in-Marsh where families can enjoy hands-on animal experiences, with wheelchair and pushchair-friendly paths throughout plus baby changing facilities.

⭐ 4.7 9.1 mi away

Zoos & Animal Parks

Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens

Discover exotic creatures and beautiful landscaped grounds at this family-friendly Burford wildlife park, with fully accessible paths throughout for wheelchairs and pushchairs plus baby changing facilities.

⭐ 4.7 9.6 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Sudeley Castle

Step back in time at this historic Cotswolds castle set amid stunning gardens, featuring adventure play areas, a tricky maze, and exotic birds to discover. Family-friendly facilities throughout.

🎟️Farm Parks

Diddly Squat Farm Chipping Norton ⭐ 4.4 9.7 mi away

Farm Parks

Diddly Squat Farm Chipping Norton

Visit the farm shop made famous by TV's Clarkson's Farm, where families can browse locally-sourced produce and goods while spotting tractors and countryside charm. Baby-friendly facilities available.