Things to Do in Staithes
23 attractions and days out
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⭐ 4.7
1.2 mi away
Beaches & Coastline
Port Mulgrave Beach
This wheelchair-accessible Yorkshire cove offers families a chance to hunt for ancient fossils while exploring fascinating remnants of the area's industrial heritage along its rocky shores.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
The Whitby Vampire Curse Treasure Trail
Follow clue-based riddles through Whitby's atmospheric streets on this vampiric adventure trail, perfect for families seeking a self-guided exploration that reveals the town's hidden secrets and spooky heritage.
⭐ 4.2
2.1 mi away
Beaches & Coastline
Runswick Bay
This charming North Yorkshire beach near Whitby welcomes families for seaside days out with picnics, though access may prove challenging for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Museums & Galleries
Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum
Explore the fascinating heritage of North Yorkshire's ironstone mining industry at this accessible Skinningrove museum, complete with parking, restaurant facilities and picnic-friendly grounds for family days out.
Beaches & Coastline
Sandsend Beach
This Yorkshire sandy stretch offers fascinating rock pools to discover and welcomes families with parking, toilets and wheelchair access, perfect for picnicking by the sea.
⭐ 4.5
7 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
The Play Factory
Kids can burn off energy in this wheelchair-accessible soft play venue with an onsite restaurant, parking and toilets, though baby changing isn't available and outside food isn't permitted.
⭐ 4.8
7.3 mi away
Railways & Transport
Saltburn Miniature Railway
Take a delightful ride on this 15-inch gauge railway winding its way through Valley Gardens, offering families a nostalgic steam experience in scenic surroundings with accessible facilities.
⭐ 4.5
7.4 mi away
Railways & Transport
Saltburn Cliff Lift
Take a thrilling ride on one of Britain's oldest water-powered funicular railways, connecting Saltburn's seafront to the clifftop with spectacular coastal views along the way.
⭐ 4.8
7.5 mi away
Beaches & Coastline
Saltburn Beach
This Yorkshire coastal gem combines golden sands with a striking Victorian pier, welcoming families and four-legged friends alike for memorable seaside adventures with wheelchair access and picnic spots.
⭐ 4.5
7.6 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
The Moors National Park Centre
Discover the fascinating heritage and natural beauty of the North York Moors through engaging hands-on displays at this welcoming visitor centre in Danby, complete with parking and accessible facilities.
⭐ 4.8
8.1 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Victorian Science
Step into the fascinating world of 19th-century scientific discovery at this unique Glaisdale museum showcasing authentic Victorian-era experiments and innovations.
⭐ 4.6
8.2 mi away
Watersports
Whitby Surf School
Master surfing and stand-up paddleboarding at Lower West Cliff Beach under expert instruction from qualified lifeguards, or explore the coastline on a scenic flatwater paddling adventure.
Beaches & Coastline
Whitby Beach
This sheltered Yorkshire sandy shore welcomes four-legged friends and wheelchairs, making it perfect for family picnics by the sea with your furry companions.
Beaches & Coastline
Whitby West Cliff Beach
Perched beneath dramatic cliffs, this scenic sandy stretch offers families stunning coastal views and nearby snack options, though limited facilities mean it's best suited for shorter visits.
⭐ 4.7
8.4 mi away
Museums & Galleries
Whitby Museum
Explore fascinating local history and natural wonders at this family-friendly museum, fully accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs with baby changing facilities available throughout.
⭐ 4.6
8.5 mi away
Parks & Play Areas
Pannett Park
This accessible Whitby park features an onsite restaurant and facilities, making it perfect for family outings with convenient nearby parking and wheelchair access throughout the grounds.
Sightseeing & Attractions
The Dracula Experience
Brave a spine-chilling journey through Whitby's vampire legend with theatrical scares, dramatic effects and costumed performers in this immersive horror attraction unsuitable for young children.
⭐ 4.6
8.6 mi away
Boat Tours & Cruises
Whitby Whale Watching Centre
Set sail from St Ann's Staith on an unforgettable marine adventure to spot magnificent whales in their natural habitat off the Yorkshire coast.
⭐ 4.7
8.7 mi away
Railways & Transport
Bark Endeavour
Historic sailing vessel moored at Fish Quay offering visitors a glimpse into maritime heritage, with onboard refreshments and the option to enjoy your own picnic while exploring this traditional bark.
Museums & Galleries
Captain Cook Memorial Museum
Explore the fascinating life of Britain's legendary navigator at this atmospheric Grape Lane museum, housed in a period building with wheelchair access, toilets and an onsite restaurant.
⭐ 4.6
8.8 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
Mini Monsterz
This exciting Whitby play centre boasts some of North Yorkshire's most impressive slides, plus an onsite restaurant where families can refuel between adventures.
⭐ 4.6
8.8 mi away
Indoor Soft Play
Mini Monsterz Scarborough
Let little ones burn energy at this spacious Eastfield soft play centre featuring go-karts, dedicated toddler zones and an onsite restaurant. Convenient parking and baby facilities make it ideal for families.
Landmarks & Monuments
Whitby Abbey
Perched dramatically on the clifftops, this atmospheric medieval ruin inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula and offers families stunning coastal views alongside fascinating heritage to explore together.
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