Things to Do in Motherwell

⭐ 3.8

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Aquatec Motherwell

Make a splash at this lively leisure centre featuring a fun pool with waterslide, relaxing spa facilities and beachside zone. Onsite parking and dining available for active family days out.

⭐ 4.3

Museums & Galleries

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Explore the rich local history of North Lanarkshire through engaging exhibits at this accessible museum, which offers onsite parking, snacks and facilities for wheelchair users.

⭐ 3.1

Indoor Soft Play

Rainforest Adventure Motherwell

This indoor adventure venue features multi-level soft play for all ages, an exciting Sky Walk experience, and football pitches, with an onsite restaurant plus facilities including parking and baby changing.

⭐ 4.5

National Parks & Reserves

RSPB Scotland Barons Haugh Nature Reserve

This wheelchair-accessible Motherwell nature reserve offers families the chance to spot diverse wildlife across its peaceful habitats, with parking available and picnic areas for outdoor dining.

⭐ 3.9

Theme Parks & Funfairs

M&D's Scotland's Theme Park

Scotland's largest theme park delivers thrills for all ages with exciting rides, covered attractions and a unique indoor rainforest experience at Strathclyde Country Park.

⭐ 4.0

Zoos & Animal Parks

Amazonia

Step into a heated jungle paradise at Motherwell's Amazonia, where families can encounter more than 70 fascinating species from tropical rainforests whatever the weather outside.

⭐ 4.5 2.4 mi away

Ice & Roller Skating

Hamilton Ice Rink

Experience the thrill of ice skating, hockey and traditional curling on six dedicated sheets at this popular winter sports venue. Onsite catering available, with activities for juniors and beginners alike.

⭐ 4.3 2.4 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Hamilton

This 9-screen cinema complex at Palace Towers delivers the latest blockbusters with wheelchair access, onsite parking and snack bar facilities for the whole family to enjoy.

⭐ 4.3 2.5 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Glasgow Club Easterhouse Pool

This lively leisure centre features a 20-metre pool, learner pool, exciting flume and water slides, plus rapids and relaxing sauna facilities for all the family to enjoy.

⭐ 4.3 2.5 mi away

Stadium Tours

Ibrox Stadium Tour

Step behind the scenes at one of Scotland's most iconic football grounds and discover the history of Rangers FC through exclusive access to areas usually reserved for players and staff. The stadium offers full accessibility with facilities including a restaurant and baby changing rooms.

⭐ 4.3

Parks & Play Areas

Strathclyde Country Park

This expansive parkland offers family-friendly outdoor adventures with excellent facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms and onsite parking for a comfortable visit.

⭐ 3.7 2.8 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Hamilton Water Palace

Aquatic adventure awaits with thrilling flumes, wave rapids and a gentle lazy river alongside a dedicated pirate-themed zone for little ones, plus full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout.

⭐ 4.6 2.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Chatelherault Country Park

This sprawling 500-acre South Lanarkshire estate combines beautiful walks through ancient woodlands with a fascinating heritage exhibition, all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

⭐ 4.1 2.9 mi away

Sports Facilities

Wishaw Sports Centre

This North Lanarkshire sports venue offers active family fun with onsite parking and a restaurant, though facilities are limited with no wheelchair access or baby changing areas available.

⭐ 4.4 3.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

David Livingstone Birthplace

Explore the life of famous explorer David Livingstone through interactive displays at this family-friendly museum set in 20 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with restaurant and picnic areas.

⭐ 4.4 4.5 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Cinema de Lux Glasgow

Catch blockbusters and family-friendly screenings at this modern multiplex in Baillieston, complete with wheelchair access, onsite parking and cinema snacks to enjoy during your movie.

⭐ 4.1 4.6 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Glasgow Coatbridge

Strike up family fun at this modern ten-pin bowling venue in Coatbridge, complete with an onsite restaurant, baby facilities and full wheelchair access at Showcase Leisure Park.

⭐ 4.0 4.6 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

The Time Capsule

Dive into aquatic adventures at this Coatbridge leisure centre featuring exciting water slides like Storm Chasers and Tornado Tantrum, with full accessibility for families including pushchairs and wheelchairs.

⭐ 4.6 4.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Summerlee Heritage Park

Step back in time at this interactive museum where kids can dress up, venture into a recreated mine, discover miners' cottages and burn off energy in the adventure playpark.