Things to Do in Leicester
17 attractions and days out
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⭐ 4.2
Farm Parks
Gorse Hill City Farm
This 20-acre Leicester farm delights families with more than 100 animals to meet, plus nature trails through wildlife gardens and ponds. Pack a picnic or grab lunch at the onsite restaurant.
⭐ 4.2
Cinema & Theatre
Meridian Leisure Park
Experience blockbuster films alongside ten-pin bowling and children's soft play at this Braunstone entertainment complex, complete with dining options and on-site parking for family days out.
⭐ 4.1
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Leicester
Catch the latest blockbusters and family favourites at this modern multiplex cinema on Meridian Leisure Park, complete with wheelchair access, onsite parking and a snack bar for movie treats.
⭐ 4.0
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Enderby Leisure and Golf Centre
A fully accessible leisure venue offering swimming and golf facilities with baby changing areas, wheelchair-friendly throughout with helpful staff ready to provide assistance to families.
⭐ 4.0
Adventure & Activity Centres
JTC VIP Area at Leicester Tigers
Experience match day luxury at Leicester Tigers' exclusive hospitality zone, complete with dining options and family facilities including baby changing rooms and picnic-friendly spaces.
⭐ 4.0
Farm Parks
Pumpkin Picking at Heather Cattows PYO Fruit Farm
Head to this welcoming pick-your-own farm for family-friendly pumpkin harvesting fun, complete with dining options, full accessibility throughout, and a warm welcome for both dogs and little ones.
⭐ 3.8
Indoor Soft Play
Fun Valley
Leicester's Fun Valley offers an extensive soft play experience suitable for youngsters of every age, complete with onsite dining, parking and baby-changing rooms for family convenience.
⭐ 3.8
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Leicester Leys Leisure Centre
Make a splash in the activity pool complete with thrilling flumes and wave machine, then challenge yourself on the climbing wall. Facilities include parking, accessible toilets and baby changing.
⭐ 3.5
Indoor Soft Play
Wacky Warehouse - Bees Knees
Let the little ones burn off energy at this vibrant soft play centre in Thorpe Astley, complete with an onsite restaurant and facilities including baby changing and accessible toilets.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Fosse Park
Leicester's premier retail hub combines fashion outlets with dining options and kids' play zones, offering family-friendly facilities including wheelchair access and baby changing rooms.
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Leicester
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Meridian Leisure Park, featuring lanes for all ages plus an onsite restaurant, accessible facilities and free parking.
Museums & Galleries
Jewry Wall Museum
Explore Leicester's Roman heritage at this fascinating museum housing ancient mosaics and archaeological treasures beside Britain's largest surviving Roman wall. Family-friendly with full accessibility, dining options and picnic-welcome grounds.
Indoor Soft Play
The Jungle Club
Adventure awaits all ages at this Leicester playspace, where little ones can climb and explore while teens enjoy boxing, pool and arcade games—plus onsite dining keeps everyone fuelled for fun.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Leicester Mystery Treasure Trail
Unravel the secrets of Richard III while navigating this exciting outdoor treasure hunt through Leicester's historic streets, perfect for families seeking an interactive adventure together.
Laser Tag Arenas
Megazone Leicester
Battle it out in thrilling laser tag games at this Leicester venue on Gower Street, where you can bring your own picnic and find convenient parking nearby for an action-packed family outing.
Farm Parks
Pumpkin Picking at Redhouse Farm
Harvest your own perfect pumpkin straight from the field at this seasonal farm experience, complete with refreshments and baby-changing facilities for young families.
Museums & Galleries
Van Gogh Immersive Experience Leicester
Step inside this historic Leicester church to discover Van Gogh's famous paintings reimagined through stunning floor-to-ceiling projections and hands-on displays that captivate visitors of all ages.
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