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Family days out in Carlisle

10 listed · best reviewed first

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

Carlisle Castle

Carlisle

Carlisle Castle

★ 4.4 (4,777)

Step into 900 years of dramatic border history at this impressive medieval fortress, complete with dungeons, towers and an on-site restaurant for family refreshments.

Pumpkin Picking at Walby Farm Park

Carlisle

Pumpkin Picking at Walby Farm Park

★ 4.6 (1,573)

Head to this family-friendly farm park for seasonal pumpkin picking fun, complete with accessible facilities, refreshments and picnic areas—perfect for pushchairs and little ones.

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

Carlisle

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

★ 4.6 (1,190)

This Carlisle museum welcomes families with accessible facilities throughout, including an onsite restaurant and picnic-friendly spaces. Discover engaging exhibits with convenient nearby parking and full amenities for visitors of all ages and abilities.

Vue Carlisle

Carlisle

Vue Carlisle

★ 4.2 (1,694)

This seven-screen cinema on Botchergate brings Hollywood's newest releases to Carlisle families, with wheelchair access, on-site parking and snacks available for your movie experience.

Solway Aviation Museum

Crosby on Eden

Solway Aviation Museum

★ 4.8 (259)

Discover historic aircraft and aviation heritage at Carlisle Airport, where snacks are available and toilets provided, though accessibility is limited and picnics aren't permitted.

Bitts Park

Carlisle

Bitts Park

★ 4.7 (254)

A green space perfect for family picnics with a playground for children, though facilities are limited. Snacks can be purchased on-site and parking is accessible from Dacre Road.

Aztec Soft Play

Carlisle

Aztec Soft Play

★ 4.2 (355)

Let little ones burn energy in Carlisle's multi-level indoor playground, featuring safe zones for babies through to pre-teens, complete with baby changing rooms and pushchair-friendly access throughout.

Cumbrias Museum of Military Life

Carlisle

Cumbrias Museum of Military Life

★ 4.7 (187)

Explore centuries of regional military heritage through fascinating displays and artifacts housed within historic castle walls, with wheelchair access, family facilities, and onsite dining available.

Brickstation

Carlisle

Brickstation

★ 5.0 (53)

Magic Castle Adventure Playground

Carlisle

Magic Castle Adventure Playground

★ 4.2 (114)

Let little ones burn off energy at this indoor play centre featuring soft play equipment, with an on-site restaurant and baby facilities to keep the whole family comfortable during your visit.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Carlisle?+

We list 10 in Carlisle. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Carlisle are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Carlisle Castle (4.4/5, 4,777 reviews), Pumpkin Picking at Walby Farm Park (4.6/5, 1,573 reviews) and Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery (4.6/5, 1,190 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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