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Family days out in Southend On Sea

15 listed · best reviewed first

Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Southend On Sea

Adventure Island Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea

Adventure Island Southend-on-Sea

★ 4.4 (18,194)

Experience exhilarating rides including dramatic roller coasters at this seafront amusement park on Western Esplanade, perfect for families seeking excitement with dining options and picnic-friendly facilities.

Southend Pier and Train

Southend-on-Sea

Southend Pier and Train

★ 4.5 (8,348)

Take a ride along the world's longest pleasure pier on a heritage railway, then try your hand at fishing or explore maritime exhibits at this iconic seaside landmark on Marine Parade.

Sealife Adventure

Sheerness

Sealife Adventure

★ 4.3 (4,614)

Explore marine wonders at this seafront aquarium showcasing 40+ exhibits, from stingrays and turtles to crocodiles. Fully accessible with onsite dining, parking and family facilities.

Escape Live Southend

Southend-on-Sea

Escape Live Southend

★ 4.9 (780)

Challenge your family to beat the clock in thrilling puzzle rooms at this High Street venue, perfect for children aged 10 and up working together to solve mysteries and escape before time runs out.

ODEON Southend

Southend-on-Sea

ODEON Southend

★ 4.1 (2,133)

Catch the newest blockbusters with your family at this eight-screen cinema on London Road, complete with snacks, baby facilities and full wheelchair access throughout.

Caddies

Southend-on-Sea

Caddies

★ 4.5 (1,047)

This Essex mini golf venue delivers wheelchair-accessible fun for all ages, with pushchair-friendly courses and baby changing facilities ensuring everyone can enjoy a memorable day out.

Chalkwell Beach

Westcliff-on-Sea

Chalkwell Beach

★ 4.5 (642)

Pack your seaside essentials for a sun-soaked family day at this accessible Thames Estuary beach, complete with parking, dining options and space to enjoy your own picnic.

Garon Castle Adventures

Southend-on-Sea

Garon Castle Adventures

★ 4.6 (461)

Family-friendly crazy golf course with wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, plus baby changing facilities. Visitors can bring their own refreshments to enjoy, though pets aren't permitted.

Kids Kingdom

Southend-on-Sea

Kids Kingdom

★ 4.2 (608)

This sprawling 8,000 sq ft indoor play zone at Garon Park features thrilling attractions like a 14ft vertical drop slide and towering Jelly Mountain, plus an onsite restaurant for refuelling hungry adventurers.

Central Museum & Planetarium

Southend-on-Sea

Central Museum & Planetarium

★ 4.4 (321)

Explore cosmic wonders and fascinating exhibits at this engaging Southend venue where families can journey through space and discover captivating collections under one roof.

Arnold Palmer Crazy Golf

Southend-on-Sea

Arnold Palmer Crazy Golf

★ 4.4 (286)

Navigate 18 challenging holes of miniature golf filled with entertaining obstacles at this Eastern Esplanade course, where an onsite restaurant keeps players refreshed throughout their game.

Three Shells Beach

Southend-on-Sea

Three Shells Beach

★ 3.7 (486)

Pack your buckets and spades for a classic seaside day out on Western Esplanade, where sandy shores await castle-builders and paddlers, complete with parking, toilets and an onsite restaurant.

Focal Point Gallery

Southend-on-Sea

Focal Point Gallery

★ 4.6 (69)

This accessible contemporary art gallery in Southend-on-Sea welcomes families with full wheelchair access and baby-changing rooms, though visitors should plan to eat elsewhere as outside food isn't permitted.

Southend Pier Museum

Southend-on-Sea

Southend Pier Museum

★ 5.0 (23)

Discover the fascinating heritage of the world's longest pleasure pier through captivating exhibits and displays at this compact museum on Southend's iconic waterfront.

Create98Two

Southend-on-Sea

Create98Two

★ 3.8 (4)

Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming ceramic café where everyone can paint pottery in a fully accessible space with facilities for babies and young children.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Southend On Sea?+

We list 15 in Southend On Sea. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Southend On Sea are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Adventure Island Southend-on-Sea (4.4/5, 18,194 reviews), Southend Pier and Train (4.5/5, 8,348 reviews) and Sealife Adventure (4.3/5, 4,614 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.

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