# 10 Family days out in Taunton (2026)

> 10 family days out in Taunton, best reviewed first — including Hestercombe Gardens. Ratings, locations and details.

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10 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 1 September 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All attractions and things to do in Taunton](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions)

[Families 10](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/family-friendly) [Dog-friendly 5](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/dog-friendly)

[Taunton Hestercombe Gardens ★ 4.5 (2,350) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/hestercombe-gardens) [Taunton Museum of Somerset ★ 4.7 (1,542) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/museum-of-somerset) [Taunton ODEON Taunton ★ 3.9 (1,965) Experience blockbuster entertainment across eight state-of-the-art screens including 3D showings, with full accessibility for wheelchairs, pushchairs and baby-changing facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/odeon-taunton) [Taunton St Audries Bay ★ 4.6 (464) This charming Somerset cove near West Quantoxhead combines pebbles and sand to create an ideal spot for young adventurers to explore rock pools and enjoy seaside picnics with the family.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/st-audries-bay) [Taunton Somerset Sheep Trekking ★ 5.0 (129) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/somerset-sheep-trekking) [Taunton Continue Arcades Taunton ★ 4.8 (136) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/continue-arcades-taunton) [Taunton Player Ready VR Taunton ★ 5.0 (55) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/player-ready-vr-taunton) [Taunton Bishops Lydeard Mill ★ 4.6 (78) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/bishops-lydeard-mill) [Taunton Vivary Adventure Centre ★ 4.8 (46) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/vivary-adventure-centre) [Taunton Somerset Cricket Museum ★ 4.6 (21) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/taunton/attractions/somerset-cricket-museum)

## Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Taunton?+

We list 10 in Taunton. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Taunton are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Hestercombe Gardens (4.5/5, 2,350 reviews), Museum of Somerset (4.7/5, 1,542 reviews) and ODEON Taunton (3.9/5, 1,965 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.