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Family days out in Cambridgeshire

53 listed · best reviewed first

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

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Cambridge

Imperial War Museum Duxford

★ 4.8 (18,632)

Explore Britain's largest aviation museum with historic aircraft, military vehicles and vessels that bring wartime stories to life—a fascinating adventure for all ages with full accessibility throughout.

The Fitzwilliam Museum

Cambridge

The Fitzwilliam Museum

★ 4.7 (9,400)

Cambridge's premier art and antiquities museum welcomes families with accessible facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing areas. Explore world-class collections spanning ancient Egypt to modern masterpieces in this grand neoclassical building.

Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Cambridge

Cambridge University Botanic Garden

★ 4.7 (7,678)

Explore 40 acres of stunning plant collections and tranquil landscapes at this historic botanical garden, perfect for family picnics with wheelchair access, dining options and baby facilities available.

Ferry Meadows Country Park

Peterborough

Ferry Meadows Country Park

★ 4.7 (7,324)

This expansive Peterborough country park offers families a perfect day out with scenic lakeside walks, woodland trails, miniature railway rides and fishing spots, plus accessible paths and facilities for all ages.

Johnsons Old Hurst

Huntingdon

Johnsons Old Hurst

★ 4.7 (4,671)

Let little ones meet friendly farm animals while enjoying outdoor adventures on ride-on tractors and climbing through the play fort at this charming Huntingdon countryside attraction.

Showcase Cinema de Lux Peterborough

Peterborough

Showcase Cinema de Lux Peterborough

★ 4.5 (6,291)

Catch the latest blockbusters and family favourites at this modern multiplex on Mallory Road, with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient onsite parking.

Hinchingbrooke Country Park

Huntingdon

Hinchingbrooke Country Park

★ 4.7 (2,143)

Explore tranquil waterside trails and woodland paths at this family-friendly nature haven, complete with children's play zones, refreshments, and facilities welcoming wheelchairs, pushchairs and dogs.

Angle Axe Throwing Peterborough

Peterborough

Angle Axe Throwing Peterborough

★ 4.8 (1,191)

Experience the thrill of Viking-style axe throwing at this Peterborough venue with expert coaching, onsite dining and full accessibility including parking and wheelchair access.

Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre

Peterborough

Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre

★ 4.5 (1,843)

Meet friendly farm animals and discover rural heritage at this award-winning Peterborough attraction, where children can experience authentic countryside life with full accessibility for all ages.

Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery

Peterborough

Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery

★ 4.6 (1,364)

Explore an impressive collection of more than 200,000 historical objects through hands-on exhibits at this Priestgate venue, which also hosts spooky evening tours and special events for all ages.

Cherry Hinton Water Play Area

Cambridge

Cherry Hinton Water Play Area

★ 4.6 (1,332)

Beat the heat at this family-friendly water play venue featuring twin paddling pools within Cherry Hinton Park. Accessible facilities, onsite parking, and picnic areas make it perfect for summer days out.

Lockhouse Escape Games

Cambridge

Lockhouse Escape Games

★ 4.8 (961)

Race against time at this exciting Cambridge attraction where teams collaborate to crack puzzles and find their way out before the countdown ends—perfect for family bonding and adventure seekers!

Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences

Cambridge

Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences

★ 4.7 (1,079)

Explore an incredible collection of over 1.5 million geological specimens at this fascinating Cambridge museum, where ancient fossils, stunning minerals and rocks tell Earth's amazing story.

Wandlebury Country Park

Cambridge

Wandlebury Country Park

★ 4.6 (1,249)

Explore ancient earthworks dating back to the Iron Age while little ones burn energy at the woodland play area, all set within stunning hilltop parkland perfect for family walks and picnics.

Centre for Computing History

Cambridge

Centre for Computing History

★ 4.8 (809)

Step into decades of digital innovation at this fascinating Cambridge museum, where families can explore vintage computers and gaming consoles from the 1960s onwards in fully accessible, pushchair-friendly galleries.

Cineworld Ely

ELY

Cineworld Ely

★ 4.4 (1,425)

Catch the latest blockbusters at this modern multiplex cinema with wheelchair access, onsite parking and snack bar. Perfect for family film days out, though note there are no baby changing facilities.

Cineworld St Neots

St. Neots

Cineworld St Neots

★ 4.4 (1,324)

This six-screen cinema at The Rowley Arts Centre welcomes families with dedicated children's showings and parent-and-baby sessions, plus wheelchair access, on-site parking and snacks available.

Big Sky Adventure Play

Boston

Big Sky Adventure Play

★ 5.0 (546)

Race go-karts, conquer a giant climbing wall or zoom down the Skyrider at this action-packed Peterborough play centre with onsite parking and dining facilities for energetic families.

Linton Zoo

Cambridge

Linton Zoo

★ 4.2 (1,688)

Home to magnificent big cats including tigers and snow leopards alongside zebras, kangaroos and exotic reptiles, this compact Cambridgeshire zoo welcomes families with picnic areas and onsite dining.

Cineworld Huntingdon

Huntingdon

Cineworld Huntingdon

★ 4.0 (1,893)

Catch the newest blockbusters with cutting-edge picture and sound at this modern multiplex cinema in Tower Field Park, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and onsite parking.

South Angle Farm Park

ELY

South Angle Farm Park

★ 4.6 (669)

Meet friendly farm animals including alpacas, ponies, pigs and chickens at this welcoming Soham petting farm, where fully accessible paths make it easy for families with pushchairs and wheelchairs to explore.

Huntfun Cambridge

Cambridge

Huntfun Cambridge

★ 4.6 (545)

Transform your Cambridge sightseeing into an interactive adventure as your family follows clues and cracks codes around the city's historic landmarks with this self-guided treasure trail experience.

Oxbridge Tours

Cambridge

Oxbridge Tours

★ 4.6 (545)

Discover Cambridge's historic colleges and scenic waterways on guided walking tours and river cruises departing from the famous Golden Clock at Corpus Christi College on Kings Parade.

The Cambridge Treasure Hunt Trail

Cambridge

The Cambridge Treasure Hunt Trail

★ 4.6 (545)

Follow cryptic clues around Cambridge on this exciting family treasure trail starting from Silver Street. Perfect for outdoor fun together, you can bring a picnic along your adventure.

Activity World

Peterborough

Activity World

★ 4.2 (912)

This Peterborough play centre packs in thrilling features like a spiderweb tower, oversized hamster wheel and twisting slides, plus an onsite restaurant where families can refuel between adventures.

Skylark Maize Maze and Funyard

March

Skylark Maize Maze and Funyard

★ 4.6 (502)

Navigate your way through towering cornfield pathways before bouncing on tractors and cuddling farm animals at this action-packed countryside adventure centre with full wheelchair access and baby facilities.

The Hampton Brewers Fayre

Peterborough

The Hampton Brewers Fayre

★ 3.7 (2,272)

Family-friendly pub with an indoor soft play area where little ones can bounce and climb while adults relax nearby. Located on Ashbourne Road, offering a convenient spot for active play whatever the weather.

Bottisham Airfield Museum

Cambridge

Bottisham Airfield Museum

★ 4.8 (361)

Step back in time at this aviation heritage site where wartime stories come alive, featuring vintage aircraft and memorabilia in a fully accessible, family-friendly setting with baby facilities.

Rumble Live Action Gaming

Huntingdon

Rumble Live Action Gaming

★ 4.9 (307)

Merge digital thrills with real-world action in this immersive laser battle arena that brings families together for an unforgettable gaming adventure at Marlow Park.

Railworld Wildlife Haven

Peterborough

Railworld Wildlife Haven

★ 4.6 (371)

Take control of miniature locomotives at this charming Peterborough railway museum where young visitors can direct their favourite train characters around the tracks while exploring wildlife gardens.

Treetops Soft Play

ELY

Treetops Soft Play

★ 4.5 (408)

Kids can explore an exciting jungle-themed multi-storey climbing structure at this modern indoor play centre in Ely, with an onsite restaurant and car park for families.

Peterborough Lido

Peterborough

Peterborough Lido

★ 4.1 (679)

Take a dip in this outdoor heated 50-metre pool, perfect for serious swimmers and families alike, with a separate paddling area for little ones and snacks available on-site.

Ferry Meadows Railway

Peterborough

Ferry Meadows Railway

★ 4.7 (283)

Hop aboard this charming miniature railway for a scenic ride through Nene Park, arriving at a station complete with playground, refreshments and shopping – perfect for young families.

Nene Valley Railway

Peterborough

Nene Valley Railway

★ 4.6 (295)

Step aboard this cherished heritage railway for an unforgettable steam-powered adventure through the scenic Nene Valley countryside, perfect for families seeking a nostalgic day out.

Laserforce Peterborough

Peterborough

Laserforce Peterborough

★ 4.6 (289)

Battle it out in this exciting town centre laser tag arena where families can enjoy action-packed games together, with refreshments and snacks available on-site to refuel between missions.

Cambridge Museum of Technology

Cambridge

Cambridge Museum of Technology

★ 4.4 (340)

Step inside a restored Victorian pumping station to discover industrial heritage through vintage machinery, from working steam engines to historic printing equipment that shaped the region's past.

Southlake Aqua Park

St. Neots

Southlake Aqua Park

★ 4.7 (222)

Make a splash at this exciting inflatable obstacle course on the water, where children aged 6+ and adults can bounce, slide and scramble across floating features for an active day out.

Cromwell Museum

Huntingdon

Cromwell Museum

★ 4.5 (265)

Step into the life and times of Oliver Cromwell at this unique museum housed in a historic grammar school, where wheelchair-accessible galleries reveal the story of England's Lord Protector.

Whipple Museum of the History of Science

Cambridge

Whipple Museum of the History of Science

★ 4.6 (219)

Explore centuries of scientific innovation through a fascinating array of historic instruments, including rare medieval pieces, at this Cambridge museum dedicated to the evolution of scientific discovery.

Museum of Cambridge

Cambridge

Museum of Cambridge

★ 4.3 (317)

Step into local life through the centuries at this engaging Castle Street museum, where diverse exhibits and family-friendly activities bring Cambridge's social history vividly to life.

Fossils Galore

March

Fossils Galore

★ 4.7 (193)

Discover ancient treasures at this hands-on activity centre in March, where families can dig for real fossils and learn about prehistoric life in an accessible, wheelchair-friendly environment.

The Stained Glass Museum

ELY

The Stained Glass Museum

★ 4.6 (193)

Housed high within Ely Cathedral's magnificent triforium, this specialist museum showcases an impressive collection of more than 1000 colourful stained glass artworks spanning centuries of craftsmanship.

John Clare Cottage

Peterborough

John Clare Cottage

★ 4.8 (144)

John Clare Cottage, listed under Historic Houses & Gardens, near Helpston.

St Neots Museum

St. Neots

St Neots Museum

★ 4.6 (160)

Discover local heritage at this accessible museum in the heart of St Neots, welcoming families with facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair access throughout.

Cheeky Monkeys Play Barn

Cambridge

Cheeky Monkeys Play Barn

★ 4.1 (295)

Adventure-packed play barn near Cambridge where kids can explore climbing frames, tunnels and sandy play areas in a safe farm setting with welcoming facilities for all ages.

Houghton Mill

Huntingdon

Houghton Mill

★ 4.6 (154)

This historic watermill beside the Great Ouse offers interactive exhibits and beautiful waterside walks perfect for family days out, with accessible facilities and onsite parking available.

Flip Out Peterborough

Peterborough

Flip Out Peterborough

★ 3.5 (641)

Jump into action at this energetic trampoline park where families can bounce, flip and play together. With onsite parking, toilets and a restaurant, everything's ready for an active day of aerial adventures.

Si5 Spy Missions Cambridge

Cambridge

Si5 Spy Missions Cambridge

★ 4.3 (191)

Experience the thrill of undercover espionage as your family takes on secret agent challenges, sneaking through a vessel to accomplish your covert objectives undetected.

Putt & Play Peterborough

Peterborough

Putt & Play Peterborough

★ 3.8 (340)

Located inside Queensgate Shopping Centre, this family entertainment venue combines three themed mini-golf courses with classic arcade gaming and a café, all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Crafty Monkey

St. Neots

Crafty Monkey

★ 4.7 (108)

Unleash your family's imagination at this hands-on creative studio offering paint-your-own ceramics, teddy bear making, clay modelling and keepsake jewellery crafts in a welcoming, pushchair-friendly space.

Central Park Peterborough

Peterborough

Central Park Peterborough

★ 4.7 (52)

This versatile Peterborough green space combines play areas for children, sports facilities and landscaped gardens with pushchair-friendly paths, plus refreshments and picnic spots for families.

The Cambridge Country Show

Cambridge

The Cambridge Country Show

★ 4.3 (63)

Experience rural life at this accessible countryside event in Stow cum Quy, featuring farm animals and picnic-friendly grounds with onsite dining, parking and facilities for all the family.

Rally Karting Centre

Huntingdon

Rally Karting Centre

★ 3.5 (20)

Get your adrenaline pumping with powerful 400cc off-road rally karts at this thrilling Huntingdon venue, complete with an onsite restaurant to refuel after your high-speed adventure.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Cambridgeshire?+

We list 53 in Cambridgeshire. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Cambridgeshire are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Imperial War Museum Duxford (4.8/5, 18,632 reviews), The Fitzwilliam Museum (4.7/5, 9,400 reviews) and Cambridge University Botanic Garden (4.7/5, 7,678 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

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