Family days out in Harrogate
11 listed · best reviewed first
Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Harrogate
Harrogate
RHS Harlow Carr
★ 4.7 (7,675)
Discover beautiful botanical displays and delightful wildlife encounters including hedgehogs and chickens at this Harrogate garden, perfect for family picnics with accessible facilities throughout.
Harrogate
The Valley Gardens
★ 4.7 (5,986)
Harrogate's Valley Gardens offers extensive playground equipment suitable for toddlers through to older children, plus picnic spots, an onsite restaurant and wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Harrogate
Stump Cross Caverns
★ 4.7 (2,605)
Journey into ancient underground chambers beneath Greenhow Hill, where dramatic limestone formations create a spectacular natural wonderland suitable for active families with older children. Dogs welcome, with refreshments available on site.
Harrogate
Ripley Castle
★ 4.5 (2,873)
This historic castle offers families an engaging day exploring centuries-old treasures, wandering through beautiful gardens and spotting deer, plus discovering exotic plants in the tropical house.
Knaresborough
Knaresborough Pool
★ 4.7 (838)
Splash into aquatic adventures at this welcoming leisure facility featuring a warm bubble pool, exciting water flume and dedicated areas for little ones learning to swim, plus convenient parking and accessible facilities.
Harrogate
How Stean Gorge
★ 4.7 (598)
Explore dramatic limestone ravines, underground caverns and cascading waterfalls at this spectacular natural gorge near Pateley Bridge, offering family walks, adventure activities and waterside picnic spots.
Harrogate
Nidderdale Llamas
★ 5.0 (309)
Take the family on an unforgettable walking adventure with gentle llamas through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, then refuel at the onsite restaurant after meeting these charming animals up close.
Harrogate
ODEON Harrogate
★ 4.0 (1,171)
Experience the latest blockbusters and timeless favourites across five spacious screens at this East Parade cinema, complete with snacks and wheelchair access for comfortable family viewing.
Harrogate
Studfold Adventure Trail
★ 4.8 (188)
Set in the stunning Yorkshire Dales countryside, this outdoor discovery trail offers hands-on play and exploration perfect for toddlers through primary-age kids, with parking and dining onsite.
Harrogate
Kidzplay Harrogate
★ 4.3 (300)
Let youngsters burn off energy at this lively indoor play venue on Beech Avenue, complete with an onsite café and facilities for hosting memorable children's parties.
Harrogate
Brimham Rocks
★ 4.6 (54)
Marvel at extraordinary natural stone sculptures balanced on the Yorkshire moorland, perfect for adventurous families to scramble around and discover fascinating shapes created over millions of years.
Quick answers
How many family days out are there in Harrogate?+
We list 11 in Harrogate. The best-reviewed are shown first.
Which family days out in Harrogate are best reviewed?+
By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: RHS Harlow Carr (4.7/5, 7,675 reviews), The Valley Gardens (4.7/5, 5,986 reviews) and Stump Cross Caverns (4.7/5, 2,605 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.