Things to Do in Monks Cross Drive
47 attractions and days out
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
York MotorSports Village
Speed thrills await the whole family at this award-winning karting venue in Monks Cross, where racing experiences cater for drivers aged four upwards with an onsite restaurant to refuel between laps.
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl York
Strike up fun at this York bowling venue featuring two dozen lanes, an amusement arcade, on-site dining and full accessibility with baby changing rooms and wheelchair-friendly facilities.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
York Leisure Centre
A fully wheelchair-accessible sports and fitness facility offering swimming and leisure activities for all ages, with baby changing facilities available for families with young children.
Parks & Play Areas
The Web Adventure Park
York's action-packed adventure destination offers rope courses, quad biking, animal encounters, and creative play zones, all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs with family facilities throughout.
Cinema & Theatre
CONNECT Festival
An accessible performing arts festival at Theatre@41 Ltd welcoming wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout, though families should note there are no baby facilities or food options available on-site.
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin York
Strike up family fun at this Clifton Moor bowling venue featuring state-of-the-art lanes and thrilling Sector 7 laser tag arena, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel between games.
Indoor Soft Play
Wacky Warehouse - Flying Legends
Let youngsters burn off energy at this Clifton Moor play centre featuring climbing frames, slides and creative activities, plus an onsite restaurant for hungry families.
Landmarks & Monuments
York Minster
One of Europe's most magnificent Gothic cathedrals dominates the city skyline with its soaring towers and stunning medieval stained glass windows that have captivated visitors for centuries.
Adventure Golf
York Golf Range
Perfect for families seeking active fun, this multi-activity venue offers quirky crazy golf alongside traditional golf and footgolf, plus an onsite restaurant and full facilities including baby changing.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Rainbows Ceramics Painting Studio
Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming studio where everyone can paint their own pottery masterpiece, with refreshments on-site and facilities including baby changing and wheelchair access.
Parks & Play Areas
Murton Park
This family-friendly park welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing facilities and affordable wheelchair rental for just £1.
Railways & Transport
Derwent Valley Light Railway
Take the family on a scenic miniature train ride through the Yorkshire Museum of Farming, with hands-on station activities and themed carriages to explore. Wheelchair accessible with full facilities.
Cinema & Theatre
Vue York
Catch the latest blockbusters and family favourites on the big screen at this modern Clifton Moor cinema, complete with snacks, accessible facilities and convenient onsite parking.
Museums & Galleries
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
Young explorers can unearth ancient Roman, Viking and medieval treasures at this interactive museum where kids get hands-on with real archaeological techniques and discoveries spanning two millennia.
Landmarks & Monuments
Holy Trinity Church
This historic church on Goodramgate offers wheelchair-accessible visits to admire its medieval architecture and peaceful atmosphere, though facilities are limited with no parking, toilets or refreshments onsite.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Curious About York
Explore York's fascinating heritage through interactive exhibits and displays at this wheelchair-accessible attraction near the iconic Minster, with onsite dining available for refreshments.
Escape Room Challenges
Star Street Escapes
Challenge your family's problem-solving skills at this accessible escape room venue offering immersive adventures suitable for all ages and abilities, complete with baby changing and wheelchair-friendly facilities.
Ice & Roller Skating
Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland
Glide across the ice at this festive seasonal rink located at York Designer Outlet, offering families a magical skating experience in a convenient shopping destination setting.
Museums & Galleries
York's Chocolate Story
Discover three centuries of confectionery heritage at this interactive museum in King's Square, where guided tours reveal York's famous chocolate-making past with plenty of delicious tastings included.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Gr8escape York
Race against time in themed escape rooms like Space Cadet, where teams must solve puzzles under intense pressure to avoid disaster and make their daring getaway.
Historic Houses & Gardens
Barley Hall
Step back to medieval York at this meticulously recreated townhouse, where period-furnished rooms transport you to 1483 life, complete with rotating displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Potions Cauldron
Step into an enchanting experience where families can craft and sip their own magical drinkable concoctions in York's historic Shambles, complete with wheelchair access and onsite refreshments.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Wizard Walk of York
Explore this enchanting magical experience in the heart of York's historic Shambles, where families can enjoy a fully accessible adventure with wheelchair and pushchair-friendly routes throughout.
Museums & Galleries
Yorkshire Museum
Discover fascinating star charts and ancient artefacts set within stunning gardens dotted with historic ruins. Wheelchair accessible with facilities for families, plus light refreshments available on-site.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Bingley Mystery Treasure Trail
Solve an exciting whodunit while exploring Bingley's streets on this interactive detective trail starting from Blake Street. Perfect for families who enjoy puzzles and outdoor adventures together.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
York Chocolate and Sweet Treasure Trail
Follow clues through York's historic streets on this self-guided adventure combining sightseeing with sweet-themed puzzles, perfect for families seeking an interactive way to discover the city.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Bish Bash Pot
Get hands-on at this vibrant pottery painting studio where families can decorate ceramics together, from quirky animal figures to functional pieces, then refuel at the onsite café.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Huntfun York
Explore York's historic streets on an exciting family treasure hunt that begins at the Tourist Information Centre, leading you through the city's landmarks while solving clues along the way.
Museums & Galleries
Jorvik Viking Centre
Step back in time on an immersive journey through Viking-age York, where ancient treasures and costumed characters bring Norse history vividly to life at this popular Coppergate attraction.
Museums & Galleries
Van Gogh Immersive Experience York
Step inside the world of Vincent van Gogh through stunning digital projections that bring his masterpieces to life in this fully accessible York venue with free parking.
Food & Drink Experiences
York Cocoa Works
Discover the magic of chocolate-making at this interactive York attraction where families can watch artisan chocolatiers at work and enjoy delicious tastings in a fully accessible venue.
Museums & Galleries
York Castle Museum
Step into centuries past at this fascinating museum where reconstructed Victorian streets, period room settings and original jail cells bring history vividly to life for all ages.
Sightseeing & Attractions
York Dungeon
Step into York's darkest past with this thrilling interactive journey through 2000 years of gruesome local history, featuring live actors and special effects that bring the city's chilling tales to life.
Boat Tours & Cruises
City Cruises York
Discover York from the water with relaxing sightseeing trips along the River Ouse, plus themed evening cruises and motorboat hire for families seeking riverside adventure from King's Staith.
Farm Parks
Piglets Adventure Farm Park
Kids can get hands-on with friendly farm animals and burn off energy in outdoor play areas at this family-run attraction near York, complete with café and full accessibility for buggies.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Heartbeat Filming Locations
Step into the world of the beloved TV series with guided tours exploring authentic Yorkshire locations where Heartbeat was filmed, departing from York Railway Station.
Boat Tours & Cruises
The Ghost Bus Tours, York
Experience York's darker side aboard a theatrical horror-comedy bus tour that combines scares with laughs as you explore the city's most haunted landmarks and gruesome history.
Museums & Galleries
National Railway Museum
Explore Britain's railway heritage through impressive locomotives and interactive exhibits where young visitors can operate signal controls, all within a fully accessible venue welcoming families with pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
Oxygen Activeplay York
Let energetic youngsters bounce, climb and explore through this action-packed indoor play centre at Clifton Moor, featuring spring-loaded fun zones and challenging activities to burn off steam whatever the weather.
National Parks & Reserves
Rowntree Park York
This beloved York green space offers families an idyllic escape for picnics and gentle walks, with baby-changing facilities available though some areas have limited pushchair access.
Sightseeing & Attractions
City Sightseeing York Hop on Hop off Tour
Explore York's historic landmarks at your own pace aboard this flexible sightseeing bus, where you can jump on and off throughout the day to discover the city's most exciting attractions.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Wacky Warehouse Riverside Farm
Let the kids burn off energy at this indoor soft play centre complete with climbing frames, slides and ball pools, plus an onsite restaurant serving meals and snacks for hungry families.
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
Point Zero York
Bounce to your heart's content at this action-packed trampoline park featuring foam pits, obstacle courses and wall-to-wall jumping zones, plus an onsite restaurant and picnic-friendly facilities.
Sightseeing & Attractions
York Maze
Navigate Britain's largest living labyrinth crafted from a million maize plants at this family-friendly adventure on Elvington Lane, complete with puzzling illusions and full accessibility for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Energise Leisure Centre
A fully accessible leisure centre on Cornlands Road welcoming families with pushchairs and wheelchairs throughout, plus baby changing rooms for convenient visits with little ones.
Farm Parks
The Balloon Tree Farmshop & Cafe
Gather your own seasonal fruit, say hello to friendly farmyard residents and let little ones burn off energy in the play area at this rural York attraction with café and farm shop.
Cycling & Bike Trails
Cycle the Solar System
Pedal through space on this unique cycling route where planetary markers are positioned at scale distances, bringing the vastness of our solar system to life along Moor Lane.
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