Things to Do in Taunton

⭐ 4.7

Museums & Galleries

Museum of Somerset

Housed within Taunton Castle's historic walls, this family-friendly museum showcases Somerset's fascinating heritage with accessible facilities including baby changing rooms and wheelchair hire for £1.

⭐ 5.0

Virtual Reality Experiences

Player Ready VR Taunton

Dive into immersive virtual reality gaming at this Bridge Street venue, where cutting-edge VR technology brings digital worlds to life for older children and adults seeking thrilling adventures.

⭐ 4.8

Arcades & Gaming

Continue Arcades Taunton

Step into this vibrant gaming hub where classic arcade machines and modern entertainment come together, offering fun for all ages with baby changing and breastfeeding facilities on site.

⭐ 4.8

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Vivary Adventure Centre

Scale the treetops at this thrilling high ropes adventure in Taunton's Vivary Park, complete with onsite parking, dining facilities and full accessibility for wheelchair users and families with babies.

⭐ 4.6

Museums & Galleries

Somerset Cricket Museum

Discover the history of cricket in Somerset through memorabilia and exhibits at this specialist museum, where you can enjoy the onsite restaurant or bring your own picnic to savour.

⭐ 4.6

Adventure & Activity Centres

Space Adventurers

Let your little ones explore the cosmos at this captivating indoor play hub where rocket-fuelled role play sparks creativity, complete with onsite dining and family-friendly facilities.

⭐ 3.9

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Taunton

Experience blockbuster entertainment across eight state-of-the-art screens including 3D showings, with full accessibility for wheelchairs, pushchairs and baby-changing facilities.

⭐ 4.2

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Taunton

Strike up family fun at this Heron Gate bowling venue offering games for all ages and abilities, complete with onsite dining, accessible facilities and parking—perfect whatever the weather.

⭐ 4.5

Historic Houses & Gardens

Hestercombe Gardens

Explore this stunning 50-acre Somerset estate featuring ornamental lakes, historic temples, waterfall features and peaceful woodland trails perfect for family days out and countryside picnics near Taunton.

⭐ 4.8

Adventure & Activity Centres

Lock and Code Escape Rooms Taunton

Challenge your family's puzzle-solving skills at this immersive escape room venue in Creech St Michael, where teamwork and quick thinking help you crack codes and unlock mysteries together.

🎟️Sightseeing & Attractions

Sheppys Cider Farm and Museum ⭐ 4.5

Sightseeing & Attractions

Sheppys Cider Farm and Museum

Discover traditional cider-making heritage at this working farm near Taunton, featuring fascinating exhibits and tastings. Family-friendly facilities include accessible toilets and baby changing areas.

⭐ 5.0

Petting Farms & Zoos

Somerset Sheep Trekking

Take your dog along for a unique countryside adventure in Pitminster, where you can trek through scenic Somerset landscapes accompanied by friendly sheep and enjoy refreshments during your visit.

⭐ 4.5 4.7 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Fyne Court Nature Reserve

Discover diverse habitats from meadows to forest trails at this wildlife-rich reserve near Bridgwater, featuring historic ruins and accessible routes perfect for families with pushchairs and dogs.

⭐ 4.0 4.7 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Flip Out Somerset

Bounce into action at this massive indoor arena where trampolines stretch across 36,000 square feet of high-energy entertainment for all ages, complete with refreshments and family facilities.

⭐ 4.6

Landmarks & Monuments

Bishops Lydeard Mill

Step back in time at this restored water mill where families can explore fascinating interactive exhibits and watch traditional milling in action, with excellent facilities including picnic areas.