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Family days out in Hampshire

121 listed · best reviewed first

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

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

★ 4.7 (17,403)

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, listed under Sightseeing & Attractions, near Portsmouth.

Winchester Cathedral

Winchester

Winchester Cathedral

★ 4.7 (10,883)

This magnificent medieval cathedral welcomes families with full accessibility, including pushchair-friendly areas and baby facilities, plus dining options or space for picnics.

Spinnaker Tower

Portsmouth

Spinnaker Tower

★ 4.6 (10,702)

Soar 170 metres above Portsmouth for breathtaking coastal vistas stretching across land and sea from this iconic viewing tower, featuring accessible facilities and family-friendly amenities.

The Mary Rose

Portsmouth

The Mary Rose

★ 4.8 (6,673)

Step aboard Henry VIII's legendary Tudor warship and explore authentic 16th-century treasures through captivating displays at Portsmouth's historic naval base museum.

Moors Valley Country Park

Ringwood

Moors Valley Country Park

★ 4.6 (9,686)

This expansive woodland park delivers adventure-packed days with character-themed activity trails, forest play areas and accessible paths perfect for families exploring with pushchairs, wheelchairs or four-legged friends.

Hawk Conservancy Trust

Andover

Hawk Conservancy Trust

★ 4.9 (4,086)

Experience spectacular flying displays and get close to magnificent birds of prey at this countryside conservation centre, perfect for families seeking an educational day out with full accessibility throughout.

Mottisfont - National Trust

Romsey

Mottisfont - National Trust

★ 4.6 (6,817)

Discover centuries of heritage at this enchanting National Trust estate featuring a historic abbey and stunning gardens. Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs, making it perfect for families.

Godshill Model Village

Ventnor

Godshill Model Village

★ 4.7 (5,156)

Step into a miniature world on the High Street where tiny thatched cottages and gardens recreate the Isle of Wight in charming detail, with full accessibility and picnic-friendly grounds.

Southampton Common

Southampton

Southampton Common

★ 4.6 (6,121)

This expansive green space offers adventure playgrounds and wildlife spotting opportunities for active families, with parking, toilets and refreshments available onsite for a full day out.

Fort Nelson

Fareham

Fort Nelson

★ 4.7 (4,423)

Perched on Portsdown Hill, this historic fortress houses the Royal Armouries' impressive artillery collection, showcasing 600 years of weaponry from around the world.

Portchester Castle

Fareham

Portchester Castle

★ 4.6 (5,282)

Step into nearly two millennia of military heritage at this remarkably preserved Roman fortress turned medieval stronghold, where interactive displays and captive history await exploration.

Showcase Cinema de Lux Southampton

Southampton

Showcase Cinema de Lux Southampton

★ 4.6 (4,914)

Catch the latest blockbusters on one of ten screens at this modern multiplex in Westquay South, offering cinema snacks, accessible facilities and convenient parking for memorable family movie outings.

Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum

Roads

Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum

★ 4.8 (3,206)

Rev up your family day out at this fascinating motorcycle collection near New Forest, where gleaming vintage bikes span racing history in wheelchair-accessible displays with onsite parking.

Queen Elizabeth Country Park

Horndean

Queen Elizabeth Country Park

★ 4.6 (4,544)

Explore woodland trails and open chalk downland at this expansive country park near Horndean, perfect for family walks, wildlife watching and outdoor adventures with wheelchair access and facilities.

The Vyne - National Trust

Basingstoke

The Vyne - National Trust

★ 4.5 (4,891)

This National Trust Tudor mansion near Basingstoke features beautiful gardens and the enchanting 'Hidden Realm' play zone where young adventurers can let their creativity run wild in a magical woodland setting.

Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Gosport

Royal Navy Submarine Museum

★ 4.7 (3,317)

Step aboard historic submarines and explore fascinating underwater warfare exhibits at this Gosport museum, where authentic vessels and interactive displays bring Royal Navy heritage to life.

Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line

Alresford

Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line

★ 4.7 (3,313)

Step back in time aboard heritage steam trains running through stunning Hampshire countryside, with family-friendly facilities including dining options and full accessibility for all visitors.

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Romsey

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

★ 4.7 (3,181)

Explore globally renowned botanical gardens in Romsey featuring adventure play areas including treehouses and bamboo tunnels, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout the grounds.

Milestones Museum

Basingstoke

Milestones Museum

★ 4.6 (3,585)

Step back in time through recreated period streets showcasing life from Victorian days to the 1930s, complete with authentic shop fronts, traditional village green and historic pub setting.

New Forest Wildlife Park

Southampton

New Forest Wildlife Park

★ 4.5 (4,291)

Follow scenic woodland paths to observe native British wildlife thriving in natural forest habitats at this family-friendly park near Southampton, complete with restaurant and picnic areas.

Hinton Ampner

Alresford

Hinton Ampner

★ 4.5 (4,022)

Experience Hampshire's beautiful Hinton Ampner estate where little ones can explore gorgeous gardens while families enjoy fully accessible grounds, family facilities, and refreshments in a welcoming, dog-friendly setting.

SeaCity Museum

Southampton

SeaCity Museum

★ 4.4 (4,374)

Explore Southampton's deep connection to the Titanic disaster through compelling exhibits and heartfelt testimonies from residents whose lives were forever changed by the 1912 maritime tragedy.

Longdown Activity Farm

Southampton

Longdown Activity Farm

★ 4.6 (2,806)

Young visitors can get hands-on with farm animals including calves, baby goats, alpacas and donkeys at this family-friendly activity farm near Southampton, complete with picnic areas and onsite dining.

TeamSport Indoor Karting Farnborough

Farnborough

TeamSport Indoor Karting Farnborough

★ 4.5 (3,057)

Experience high-speed thrills with the family at this exciting indoor karting venue featuring three challenging circuits, complete with professional safety gear and expert instruction for racers of all abilities.

Avon Heath Country Park

Ringwood

Avon Heath Country Park

★ 4.5 (2,870)

Explore vast heathland trails and spot native wildlife at Dorset's most expansive country park, with fully accessible paths perfect for wheelchairs, pushchairs and four-legged friends.

Finkley Down Farm Park

Andover

Finkley Down Farm Park

★ 4.6 (2,405)

This Andover farm park combines hands-on animal encounters with adventure activities like tractor rides and zip wires, offering both indoor and outdoor family entertainment in fully accessible facilities.

Vue Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Vue Portsmouth

★ 4.3 (4,132)

Catch the newest blockbusters at this 14-screen cinema located at Gunwharf Quays, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks to enjoy during your film.

Winchester Castle and Great Hall

Winchester

Winchester Castle and Great Hall

★ 4.4 (3,355)

Step into centuries of history at this medieval landmark on Castle Avenue, where you can marvel at King Arthur's legendary Round Table displayed within the magnificent Great Hall. Accessible facilities and nearby parking make exploring this ancient royal fortress perfect for all the family.

TeamSport Indoor Karting Southampton

Eastleigh

TeamSport Indoor Karting Southampton

★ 4.6 (2,257)

Experience thrilling indoor go-karting action with sessions designed for everyone aged nine and above, from competitive racing to fun family drives at this Barton Park venue.

TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport

Gosport

TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport

★ 4.7 (1,837)

Experience high-speed thrills at this indoor racing venue where kids aged 8+ and adults can compete on challenging multi-level tracks. Perfect for family fun days and competitive racing enthusiasts alike.

Solent Sky Museum

Southampton

Solent Sky Museum

★ 4.7 (1,765)

Explore Southampton's remarkable flying heritage through vintage aircraft displays and learn about the local seaplane industry that once thrived along this coastal city's waterfront.

Army Flying Museum

Stockbridge

Army Flying Museum

★ 4.6 (2,051)

Discover aviation heritage through the ages at this Hampshire museum dedicated to military flight, offering engaging exhibits and facilities perfect for families exploring with young children or wheelchairs.

Itchen Valley Country Park

Southampton

Itchen Valley Country Park

★ 4.5 (2,360)

This award-winning 440-acre country park offers scenic walking trails, woodland habitats and meadows to discover, with a restaurant, parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout.

Liberty's Owl, Raptor And Reptile Centre

Ringwood

Liberty's Owl, Raptor And Reptile Centre

★ 4.7 (1,565)

Meet magnificent birds of prey and fascinating reptiles at this family-friendly wildlife centre in Ringwood, featuring flying displays and close encounters with falcons, vultures, hawks and more.

Lakeside Country Park

Eastleigh

Lakeside Country Park

★ 4.5 (1,885)

This peaceful Eastleigh retreat features a scenic lake teeming with waterfowl, plus picnic areas, an on-site café and family facilities including baby changing rooms and free parking.

Manor Farm and Country Park

Southampton

Manor Farm and Country Park

★ 4.5 (1,761)

Step back in time to discover heritage buildings and working equipment, then wander through beautiful woodland trails at this accessible Southampton country park with farmyard animals and picnic areas.

Funland

Hayling Island

Funland

★ 4.1 (3,594)

Experience classic seaside thrills at this beachfront amusement park featuring indoor and outdoor rides for all ages, plus full facilities including dining options, accessible amenities and picnic-friendly spaces.

Vue Farnborough

Farnborough

Vue Farnborough

★ 4.4 (2,011)

Catch the latest blockbusters and family favourites across seven screens at this modern Kingsmead cinema, offering 3D screenings, wheelchair access, onsite parking and refreshments.

The Forest of Bere

Fareham

The Forest of Bere

★ 4.6 (1,356)

Little adventurers can climb, scramble and explore timber structures and sandy play zones at this Hampshire woodland spot. Bring a picnic or grab refreshments from the onsite café.

Tudor House and Garden

Southampton

Tudor House and Garden

★ 4.5 (1,548)

Step back in time at this fascinating historic home on Bugle Street, where period rooms and a beautiful recreated garden bring centuries of family life vividly to life.

Boulder Shack Climbing Gym

Southampton

Boulder Shack Climbing Gym

★ 4.8 (957)

Scale indoor climbing walls at this family-friendly gym with onsite parking, restaurant and picnic areas. Fully accessible with baby-changing facilities and wheelchair-friendly routes for all abilities.

Uppark House and Gardens

Petersfield

Uppark House and Gardens

★ 4.4 (1,715)

This elegant 17th-century estate near South Harting offers grand period interiors and sweeping garden views, with onsite dining and family facilities including baby changing rooms.

Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway

Eastleigh

Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway

★ 4.6 (1,182)

Take the family for a nostalgic steam train journey through scenic Lakeside Country Park, with special Thomas the Tank Engine events held throughout the year that little ones will love.

Cineworld Whiteley

Fareham

Cineworld Whiteley

★ 4.5 (1,372)

This nine-screen multiplex at Whiteley Shopping Centre showcases current blockbusters with special junior showings, plus wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks available to purchase.

Blackwood Forest

Winchester

Blackwood Forest

★ 4.5 (1,330)

Join expert-led outdoor sessions where children discover authentic ranger skills through hands-on forest activities in Hampshire's beautiful woodland setting, complete with refreshments and accessible facilities.

Vue Basingstoke

Basingstoke

Vue Basingstoke

★ 4.4 (1,565)

Catch blockbuster releases and family favourites across ten cinema screens at this modern multiplex in Festival Place, complete with snacks, parking and wheelchair access.

Lee-on-Solent Beach

Lee-on-the-Solent

Lee-on-Solent Beach

★ 4.5 (1,279)

This accessible shingle beach along the Solent offers youngsters a wonderful spot for paddling and seaside fun, with convenient parking and space to enjoy your own picnic by the water.

Farnborough Air Sciences Trust

Farnborough

Farnborough Air Sciences Trust

★ 4.7 (939)

Experience the fascinating story of pioneering aviation research through hands-on displays at this heritage museum celebrating Farnborough's crucial role in flight development.

Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

Gosport

Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

★ 4.5 (1,237)

Discover the dramatic story of Britain's naval weaponry at this engaging Gosport museum, where families can explore historic armaments and learn about maritime defence through interactive displays and exhibits.

Eastney Beach

Southsea

Eastney Beach

★ 4.5 (1,208)

Enjoy a seaside day out at this Hampshire pebble beach where families can paddle in the waves, bring along a picnic blanket, and explore the accessible waterfront.

Butser Ancient Farm

Waterlooville

Butser Ancient Farm

★ 4.8 (710)

Step back in time at this hands-on historical farm where children can discover ancient dwellings from prehistoric to Anglo-Saxon eras while meeting friendly farm animals in beautiful countryside surroundings.

High Score Arcades Farnborough

Farnborough

High Score Arcades Farnborough

★ 4.9 (592)

A fully accessible gaming venue where families can enjoy classic and modern arcade games together, with wheelchair access throughout and baby changing facilities available for visitors with young children.

Vue Eastleigh

Eastleigh

Vue Eastleigh

★ 4.1 (2,046)

Catch the newest film releases at this modern multiplex cinema in the Swan Centre, offering family-friendly screenings with full accessibility and dining options available.

Portsmouth City Museum

Southsea

Portsmouth City Museum

★ 4.5 (1,024)

Explore Portsmouth's fascinating heritage through engaging family-friendly exhibitions at this accessible museum on Museum Road, featuring hands-on displays that bring local history to life for all ages.

Lymington Sea Water Baths

Lymington

Lymington Sea Water Baths

★ 4.5 (1,017)

Make a splash with the kids at this unique tidal seawater swimming pool on Bath Road, offering family-friendly aquatic fun with accessible facilities, nearby parking and snacks available.

South Coast Karting

Christchurch

South Coast Karting

★ 4.8 (644)

Young racers aged 7+ can experience the thrill of karting at this Matchams Leisure Park circuit, with specially designed karts perfect for children to safely enjoy their first taste of motorsport action.

Hollycombe Steam in the Country

Liphook

Hollycombe Steam in the Country

★ 4.6 (849)

Step back in time at this nostalgic Hampshire attraction featuring historic steam-driven fairground rides including a Ferris wheel and swinging chairs, plus picnic areas and family facilities.

Whitchurch Silk Mill

Whitchurch

Whitchurch Silk Mill

★ 4.6 (744)

Step back in time at this working Victorian silk mill where traditional weaving techniques bring history to life. Families can explore textile heritage, enjoy the onsite restaurant, and benefit from excellent accessibility and facilities.

High Score Arcades Southampton

Southampton

High Score Arcades Southampton

★ 4.7 (638)

Step into a nostalgic world of classic and modern arcade games at this Southampton gaming hotspot, where families can enjoy pushchair-friendly spaces and baby changing facilities.

Curious About Portsmouth

Fareham

Curious About Portsmouth

★ 4.7 (633)

Explore Portsmouth's fascinating maritime heritage at this accessible Historic Dockyard attraction where families can enjoy picnics, grab snacks, and discover the city's naval history together.

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We list 121 in Hampshire. The best-reviewed are shown first.

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By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (4.7/5, 17,403 reviews), Winchester Cathedral (4.7/5, 10,883 reviews) and Spinnaker Tower (4.6/5, 10,702 reviews).

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