Family days out in Merseyside

Liverpool

Albert Dock Liverpool

★ 4.7 (56,850)

Liverpool's iconic waterfront hub combines heritage architecture with modern family fun, offering world-class museums, waterside dining and shopping all in one vibrant location.

Liverpool

World Museum Liverpool

★ 4.6 (16,195)

Explore fascinating collections from ancient civilizations to outer space, plus encounter live creatures in the aquarium and insect house, all under one impressive Liverpool roof.

Liverpool

Sefton Park

★ 4.7 (9,900)

Liverpool's beloved Victorian green space features a stunning 19th-century glasshouse, enchanting Peter Pan sculpture, and dedicated children's playground, with onsite dining and convenient parking.

Liverpool

Museum of Liverpool

★ 4.6 (11,995)

Dive into Liverpool's fascinating heritage through interactive exhibits celebrating the city's vibrant past, from its creative achievements to sporting legends, with dedicated spaces for little ones to learn through play.

Prescot

Knowsley Safari Park

★ 4.5 (14,390)

Experience Britain's most extensive drive-through safari adventure at Knowsley, where families can encounter majestic lions and playful baboons before exploring the walking trails—fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Liverpool

The Beatles Story

★ 4.5 (11,770)

Discover how John, Paul, George and Ringo changed music forever at Liverpool's immersive exhibition celebrating the Fab Four's legendary rise to fame. Fully wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts throughout.

Liverpool

Escape Hunt Liverpool

★ 4.9 (4,280)

Put your problem-solving skills to the test at Albert Dock's thrilling escape room venue, where families with children aged 10+ can tackle immersive challenges together and race against the clock.

Liverpool

Speke Hall

★ 4.7 (4,933)

Step back four centuries at this remarkable Tudor mansion beside the River Mersey, where families can explore period rooms, woodland trails and riverside gardens while enjoying picnics or refreshments onsite.

Liverpool

Walker Art Gallery

★ 4.7 (4,611)

Discover masterpieces spanning 700 years at this impressive Liverpool gallery on William Brown Street, featuring wheelchair access, onsite dining, and family-friendly facilities including picnic areas.

Birkenhead

Birkenhead Park

★ 4.6 (4,225)

This historic green space offers family fun with outdoor play areas, tranquil nature trails and lakeside fishing, plus facilities including cafés, picnic spots and accessible amenities for all ages.

Liverpool

Otterspool Park

★ 4.6 (3,122)

Liverpool's waterfront haven features multi-age play areas and scenic riverside walks, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel between adventures along the promenade.

Liverpool

Croxteth Hall and County Park

★ 4.6 (3,020)

Explore a magnificent estate featuring a working Victorian farm where children can meet friendly animals including pigs, cows and horses, plus extensive parkland perfect for family walks and outdoor fun.

Liverpool

Tate Liverpool

★ 4.3 (4,853)

Explore modern and contemporary masterpieces at this renowned waterfront gallery, offering world-class exhibitions and creative family activities with dining options and accessible facilities.

Liverpool

TeamSport Indoor Karting Liverpool

★ 4.7 (2,287)

Experience high-speed racing thrills at this Sefton Street indoor karting venue, perfect for older children and adults seeking adrenaline-fueled family fun in a competitive setting.

Liverpool

Mersey Ferry Explorer Cruise

★ 4.6 (2,656)

Discover Liverpool's stunning waterfront aboard this iconic ferry cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage Site coastline, offering families unforgettable views of the city's famous landmarks from the River Mersey.

Liverpool

Showcase Cinema de Lux Liverpool

★ 4.5 (2,667)

Catch the newest movie releases at this modern multiplex in Norris Green, offering wheelchair access, on-site snacks and convenient parking for family cinema trips.

Liverpool

Antony Gormleys Another Place

★ 4.7 (1,885)

Marvel at 100 cast-iron figures silently gazing out to sea along this stunning 3km stretch of Crosby Beach in a thought-provoking outdoor sculpture installation by renowned artist Antony Gormley.

Liverpool

ODEON Liverpool ONE

★ 4.2 (4,582)

Catch the latest blockbusters at this modern 18-screen cinema in Liverpool's vibrant shopping district, offering wheelchair access, baby facilities and pushchair-friendly spaces throughout.

Southport

Hesketh Park

★ 4.5 (2,576)

This Southport green space offers family fun with children's playgrounds, golf facilities, scenic walking paths and tranquil lakes. On-site parking and a restaurant make it convenient for visits.

Liverpool

ODEON Liverpool Switch Island

★ 4.5 (2,409)

This modern 12-screen cinema on Dunnings Bridge Road offers the latest blockbusters in 2D and 3D, with wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks available to purchase.

Liverpool

Cineworld Speke

★ 4.5 (2,402)

Enjoy the latest blockbusters at this modern multiplex in Speke, featuring affordable junior showings and welcoming daytime screenings for parents with babies, plus convenient on-site parking.

Wirral

West Kirby Beach

★ 4.6 (1,975)

Perfect for sunny family outings, this Merseyside seaside spot offers convenient parking, wheelchair access, dining options and welcomes picnickers, though lacks baby changing facilities.

Liverpool

Western Approaches HQ

★ 4.7 (1,523)

Step into an authentic WWII command bunker where crucial Atlantic battle decisions were made, discovering the secret underground headquarters that helped protect vital supply convoys during wartime.

Southport

Adventure Coast Southport

★ 4.1 (4,221)

Beachfront theme park offering fun for all ages with wheelchair and pushchair-friendly access throughout, plus baby changing facilities along Southport's scenic sandy shoreline.

Liverpool

Cat Cafe Liverpool

★ 4.5 (1,968)

Enjoy delicious refreshments while spending quality time with friendly feline residents at this unique Liverpool venue on Bold Street, where cat enthusiasts can relax in a welcoming, accessible space.

Liverpool

St Johns Beacon Viewing Gallery

★ 4.6 (1,605)

Climb Liverpool's iconic tower for breathtaking 360-degree city vistas stretching across the skyline and beyond from one of the region's highest vantage points.

Liverpool

British Music Experience

★ 4.5 (1,865)

Journey through decades of British sound at this interactive museum inside the historic Cunard Building, where families can discover iconic artists and musical heritage from 1945 onwards.

Liverpool

The Echo Wheel of Liverpool

★ 4.5 (1,728)

Soar 60 metres above the Kings Dock waterfront in climate-controlled gondolas for spectacular city vistas. This iconic observation wheel offers wheelchair-accessible rides with breathtaking panoramas across Liverpool.

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Liverpool Beatles Museum

★ 4.5 (1,516)

Journey through the legendary story of the Fab Four with captivating memorabilia and exhibits celebrating their meteoric rise from Liverpool lads to global icons.

Liverpool

Breakout Liverpool

★ 4.8 (889)

Race against time to solve puzzles and crack codes in themed escape rooms where teamwork is essential to break free before the clock runs out in Liverpool's thrilling interactive adventure.

Liverpool

Imagine That!

★ 4.6 (1,188)

This hands-on play centre features themed zones where children can build, create and explore through interactive activities. Fully accessible with baby facilities, refreshments available on-site.

Southport

The Southport Treasure Trail

★ 4.6 (1,148)

Adventure awaits along Southport's seafront with this interactive treasure hunt that's wheelchair accessible and perfect for families who enjoy exploring at their own pace.

Southport

Vue Southport

★ 4.3 (1,829)

This modern eight-screen cinema on Ocean Plaza offers the latest family films with dedicated child-friendly showings, plus wheelchair access, onsite parking and cinema snacks.

Wirral

Port Sunlight Museum

★ 4.6 (1,078)

Discover the fascinating story of this Victorian model village created for factory workers, with fully accessible galleries perfect for families with young children and wheelchair users to explore together.

Liverpool

Royal Liver Building 360

★ 4.8 (801)

Explore one of Liverpool's most famous landmarks from its panoramic viewing platform while discovering fascinating stories about the building's heritage and the city's rich maritime past.

Birkenhead

Vue Birkenhead

★ 4.3 (1,691)

Experience the latest blockbusters across seven modern screens at this Conway Park cinema, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient on-site parking for families.

Liverpool

Otterspool Adventure Centre

★ 4.3 (1,637)

Little adventurers aged 2-10 can meet farmyard friends, race go-karts, putt around mini golf courses and bounce on giant pillows at this award-winning Liverpool play park with full wheelchair and pushchair access.

Wirral

Bubbles World of Play

★ 4.3 (1,608)

Young adventurers aged 0-11 can burn energy at this cutting-edge indoor play centre featuring Britain's biggest frame alongside refreshments and baby facilities at Marine Point Leisure Park.

Saint Helens

Cineworld St Helens

★ 4.2 (1,886)

This 11-screen town centre cinema features special junior movie sessions and comes with onsite parking, snacks, wheelchair access and toilet facilities for family visits.

Wallasey

New Brighton Beach

★ 4.6 (899)

This seaside destination on Kings Parade combines traditional beach fun with entertainment including bowling, laser tag, gaming arcades and fairground rides, plus nearby parking and facilities.

Wirral

ODEON Bromborough

★ 4.3 (1,421)

This seven-screen cinema on Welton Road brings blockbuster entertainment to families, with wheelchair access, snacks available and comfortable seating for memorable movie outings together.

Southport

Model Railway Village

★ 4.6 (869)

Explore charming miniature landscapes featuring countryside scenes, villages and towns brought to life by a working 45mm garden railway at this delightful attraction in Kings Gardens.

Liverpool

Court Hey Park

★ 4.5 (1,004)

This accessible Knowsley park welcomes families with facilities including toilets, baby changing areas and onsite parking, making it an easy day out for visitors of all ages.

Southport

Dunes Splash World

★ 4.1 (1,510)

Experience year-round aquatic fun at this heated indoor water park on Southport's Esplanade, featuring thrilling flumes and lazy river rides in a balmy 84-degree tropical setting.

Brighton

New Palace and Adventureland

★ 4.0 (1,723)

Kids will love this Marine Promenade entertainment venue featuring a thrilling indoor play zone with giant slide and climbing challenges, plus classic arcade games and onsite dining to keep families fuelled up.

Wallasey

Wallasey Beach

★ 4.6 (649)

This Merseyside seaside spot offers sandy shores perfect for picnicking and swimming, plus thrilling views of windsurfers and kite surfers riding the waves, with onsite parking and facilities.

Liverpool

Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre

★ 4.5 (684)

Venture beneath Liverpool's streets to discover a mysterious network of 19th-century passages carved out by eccentric merchant Joseph Williamson, offering families a fascinating subterranean adventure.

Liverpool

Bounce House Liverpool

★ 4.4 (785)

Jump into action at this Brunswick-based trampoline venue featuring 100+ linked trampolines, dodgeball courts and energetic activities for all ages, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.

Liverpool

Arcains

★ 4.2 (976)

This Liverpool activity centre offers family fun with wheelchair access, onsite dining and convenient parking, though visitors should note there are no baby changing facilities or picnic options.

Wirral

Brimstage Maze

★ 4.5 (601)

Navigate three miles of twisting pathways at this classic outdoor maze challenge on the Wirral, where families race to find the exit first while enjoying picnic-friendly grounds.

Saint Helens

North West Museum of Road Transport

★ 4.7 (449)

Liverpool

Gravity MAX Liverpool

★ 4.2 (912)

This family-friendly entertainment venue combines ten-pin bowling, darts and virtual reality experiences under one roof, with full accessibility including baby changing and wheelchair facilities plus on-site dining.

Wirral

Mini Golf Adventures

★ 4.8 (386)

Enjoy a fun-filled round of crazy golf perfect for families with young children, featuring baby changing rooms and breastfeeding facilities, though some areas have limited accessibility.

Liverpool

Croxteth Park Riding Centre

★ 4.6 (496)

Set within Croxteth Country Park's scenic grounds, this riding centre offers equestrian experiences for families seeking outdoor adventures on horseback in a tranquil natural setting.

Liverpool

VR Here

★ 4.9 (264)

Step into cutting-edge virtual reality adventures at this Liverpool attraction where the whole family can explore immersive digital worlds, with accessible facilities and onsite parking available.

Southport

Playtown Southport

★ 4.6 (300)

Southport's largest indoor adventure zone welcomes youngsters from babies to 12-year-olds with an impressive climbing frame, regular events and onsite dining at this Ocean Drive venue.

Liverpool

Rampworx Skatepark

★ 4.4 (377)

Liverpool's premier indoor skatepark welcomes riders of all abilities with ramps, bowls and street features, plus an onsite restaurant and wheelchair access to ensure everyone can enjoy the action.

Wirral

Meols Beach

★ 4.5 (330)

This sandy Wirral shoreline provides a peaceful spot for families to unwind, with children splashing in the shallows while parents relax, plus dining options and picnic-friendly facilities nearby.

Liverpool

Victoria Gallery and Museum

★ 4.6 (243)

Discover art treasures and fascinating exhibitions at the University of Liverpool's elegant museum, featuring accessible facilities, an onsite restaurant, and welcoming amenities for families.

Liverpool

The Fun Factor

★ 4.0 (498)

Active youngsters can burn energy at this Maghull indoor play venue featuring soft play equipment, an onsite restaurant serving snacks and meals, plus convenient parking for visiting families.