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Family days out in Wiltshire

46 listed · best reviewed first

Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Wiltshire

Longleat Safari and Adventure Park

Warminster

Longleat Safari and Adventure Park

★ 4.7 (28,369)

Drive through Warminster's world-famous wildlife reserve where you'll encounter roaming lions, playful sea lions and gorillas on their own island, plus thrilling adventure attractions for all ages.

Salisbury Cathedral

Salisbury

Salisbury Cathedral

★ 4.7 (16,680)

Marvel at Britain's tallest spire and discover 800 years of history at this stunning medieval cathedral, complete with accessible facilities and onsite parking in the heart of The Close.

Lacock Abbey

Chippenham

Lacock Abbey

★ 4.6 (6,546)

Step into filming locations from the Harry Potter series while discovering the historic home where photography was invented, set within stunning medieval cloisters and gardens.

Dyrham Park

Bath

Dyrham Park

★ 4.6 (5,779)

Explore an elegant mansion filled with art treasures before letting little ones loose in the outdoor play space and garden maze, with family-friendly facilities throughout this historic estate.

Old Sarum

Salisbury

Old Sarum

★ 4.5 (3,616)

This ancient hilltop fortress offers accessible pathways for pushchairs and wheelchairs, baby facilities, and stunning panoramic vistas that bring Iron Age and Norman heritage to life for all ages.

STEAM - Museum of the GWR

Swindon

STEAM - Museum of the GWR

★ 4.7 (2,529)

Step into the world of Great Western Railway at this interactive Swindon museum where young enthusiasts can explore restored locomotives and engage with fascinating hands-on displays that bring railway heritage to life.

Old Wardour Castle

Salisbury

Old Wardour Castle

★ 4.7 (1,953)

Explore this atmospheric hexagonal fortress near Tisbury, where dramatic Civil War battles left their mark on the striking ruins that stand today amid beautiful landscaped grounds.

Bowood House & Gardens

Calne

Bowood House & Gardens

★ 4.6 (2,186)

Explore this magnificent Wiltshire estate featuring grand historic rooms and stunning landscaped grounds, plus an enormous adventure playground where little ones can conquer a towering space dive and pirate ship.

ODEON Trowbridge

Trowbridge

ODEON Trowbridge

★ 4.4 (2,336)

Catch blockbuster movies on one of seven big screens at this St Stephens Place cinema, offering wheelchair access, onsite refreshments and comfortable seating for the whole family.

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection

Salisbury

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection

★ 4.8 (1,168)

Explore an impressive collection of military aircraft including Harriers, Hawks and a Tornado at this fascinating aviation museum based at a historic airfield near Salisbury, with onsite dining and accessible facilities.

Avebury Stone Circle

Marlborough

Avebury Stone Circle

★ 4.8 (978)

Walk among ancient megaliths at this remarkable Neolithic monument where massive standing stones form the world's largest stone circle, freely accessible in a picturesque Wiltshire village setting.

Stanton Park

Swindon

Stanton Park

★ 4.6 (1,242)

Discover 74 hectares of peaceful woodland trails and a stunning lake perfect for family picnics, with wheelchair-accessible paths, onsite dining and excellent facilities including baby changing.

Roves Farm Visitor Centre

Swindon

Roves Farm Visitor Centre

★ 4.5 (1,204)

Experience countryside fun at this Swindon farm where children can get close to charming animals from ponies to pigs, all within fully accessible grounds perfect for families with pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge

Swindon

Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge

★ 4.2 (1,555)

This modern seven-screen cinema at Shaw Ridge Leisure Park offers family-friendly showings including Movies for Juniors, plus an onsite Baskin Robbins and snack bar for treats between films.

Boomerang Play Centre

Melksham

Boomerang Play Centre

★ 4.6 (778)

A wheelchair-accessible family entertainment venue offering soft play activities for children, complete with baby changing facilities and pushchair-friendly access throughout.

Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Salisbury

Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

★ 4.4 (956)

Get hands-on with heritage livestock at this fully accessible farm where children can interact with rare breeds, enjoy feeding times and explore pushchair-friendly grounds near Salisbury.

ATBShop Skate Warehouse

Swindon

ATBShop Skate Warehouse

★ 4.8 (477)

Roll into action at this specialist skate venue on Hawksworth Industrial Estate, offering skating facilities plus onsite dining and parking, though families should note limited accessibility features.

Active Reality Swindon

Swindon

Active Reality Swindon

★ 5.0 (355)

Step into cutting-edge virtual reality experiences at this Link Centre venue, where families can explore immersive digital worlds together. Limited pushchair access, with accessible facilities available.

Atwell Wilson Motor Museum

Calne

Atwell Wilson Motor Museum

★ 4.7 (516)

Step back in time at this motoring heritage collection featuring classic cars and vintage vehicles, with wheelchair access, onsite parking and a restaurant serving refreshments throughout your visit.

Jungle Kingdom Swindon

Swindon

Jungle Kingdom Swindon

★ 4.4 (786)

This multi-storey indoor play centre on Groundwell Industrial Estate offers energetic youngsters a fun-filled adventure through climbing frames, slides and interactive zones, with snacks available on-site.

Mompesson House

Salisbury

Mompesson House

★ 4.5 (659)

This elegant 18th-century townhouse in Salisbury's Cathedral Close welcomes visitors with wheelchair access and an onsite restaurant, though families should note the limited baby facilities.

Crofton Beam Engines

Marlborough

Crofton Beam Engines

★ 4.7 (482)

Marvel at magnificent Victorian steam engines still pumping water at this historic pumping station, where families can explore industrial heritage with accessible facilities including baby changing areas.

Langford Lakes Nature Reserve

Salisbury

Langford Lakes Nature Reserve

★ 4.6 (501)

Discover four picturesque lakes perfect for birdwatching and family walks along wheelchair-accessible trails, with onsite refreshments and picnic areas to enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings.

Stonehenge

Salisbury

Stonehenge

★ 4.2 (902)

Marvel at this ancient stone circle dating back millennia, now a world heritage site with hands-on displays and reconstructed dwellings that bring prehistory alive for all ages.

High Score Arcades Swindon

Swindon

High Score Arcades Swindon

★ 4.9 (321)

Step into a nostalgia-filled gaming paradise where classic arcade machines and modern entertainment unite for all ages. Fully accessible with pushchair-friendly spaces and baby changing facilities available.

Silbury Hill

Marlborough

Silbury Hill

★ 4.6 (407)

Europe's largest prehistoric human-made mound rises mysteriously from the Wiltshire countryside near Avebury, offering families a glimpse into ancient history. Parking and an onsite restaurant make visiting easy, though steep terrain limits accessibility.

Freedog Swindon

Swindon

Freedog Swindon

★ 4.1 (686)

This fully accessible activity centre welcomes families with babies and young children, offering pushchair-friendly facilities throughout and baby changing areas for your convenience.

ODEON Salisbury

Salisbury

ODEON Salisbury

★ 4.0 (770)

Catch the latest blockbusters across five big screens at this New Canal cinema, complete with snacks and wheelchair access for a comfortable family movie experience.

Jolly Roger Adventure

Swindon

Jolly Roger Adventure

★ 3.9 (895)

Young adventurers can burn energy at this Swindon indoor playground featuring inflatables, ball pits and a towering 31-foot slide, with pushchair access and baby changing facilities throughout.

Studley Grange Craft Village & Butterfly World

Swindon

Studley Grange Craft Village & Butterfly World

★ 4.2 (523)

Browse unique handcrafted gifts at this charming village, then step into a magical tropical habitat where colourful butterflies flutter freely around your family.

Outburst Salisbury

Salisbury

Outburst Salisbury

★ 4.1 (572)

This action-packed entertainment venue brings together bowling lanes, laser tag battles, and dedicated play zones for little ones and toddlers under one roof at Milford Trading Estate.

Museum of Computing

Swindon

Museum of Computing

★ 4.7 (215)

Journey through decades of technological innovation at this fascinating collection showcasing the evolution of computers and digital technology. Located in Theatre Square with nearby parking and an onsite restaurant.

Drews Pond Wood Local Nature Reserve

Devizes

Drews Pond Wood Local Nature Reserve

★ 4.6 (194)

A peaceful woodland retreat just south of Devizes where families can walk nature trails, observe local wildlife and learn about the area's past, with onsite parking and a restaurant for refreshments after your adventure.

Lydiard Park

Swindon

Lydiard Park

★ 4.2 (319)

This Swindon estate offers peaceful lakeside strolls, woodland trails, colourful gardens and children's play equipment, with wheelchair access and onsite facilities making it ideal for family visits.

Trowbridge Museum

Trowbridge

Trowbridge Museum

★ 4.5 (174)

Discover the heritage of Wiltshire's county town through engaging displays in this accessible museum. With nearby parking, wheelchair access and baby changing facilities, it's well-equipped for family visits.

Chippenham Museum and Heritage Centre

Chippenham

Chippenham Museum and Heritage Centre

★ 4.6 (153)

Discover local history in the heart of Market Place, with fascinating exhibits showcasing Chippenham's heritage. Enjoy onsite dining and convenient town centre facilities during your visit.

Visit Hillbrush

Warminster

Visit Hillbrush

★ 4.4 (165)

Discover how two brothers built a brush-making empire at this fascinating museum showcasing industrial heritage and innovation, complete with onsite restaurant and family facilities.

Athelstan Museum

Malmesbury

Athelstan Museum

★ 4.7 (97)

Located in the historic Town Hall at Cross Hayes, this welcoming museum offers accessible facilities for all visitors including families with young children and wheelchair users.

Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway

Swindon

Swindon and Cricklade Steam Railway

★ 4.4 (80)

Step aboard authentic heritage locomotives at this charming railway where families can experience the golden age of steam travel while exploring beautifully preserved vintage carriages and engines.

The Ridgeway National Trail

Marlborough

The Ridgeway National Trail

★ 4.6 (57)

Britain's oldest walking route stretches across ancient chalk downs past prehistoric monuments, offering adventurous families scenic hiking through Wiltshire's dramatic countryside near Avebury's famous stone circles.

Eastcott Studios

Swindon

Eastcott Studios

★ 4.6 (45)

Get creative as a family at this hands-on pottery studio where you can craft your own ceramic pieces. Parking available nearby, with accessible toilets on-site for visitor convenience.

Alexander Keiller Museum

Marlborough

Alexander Keiller Museum

★ 4.1 (68)

Explore Avebury's ancient stone circles through archaeological finds and exhibits at this specialist museum, complete with onsite restaurant and parking though access is limited for wheelchair users.

Wacky Warehouse Churchill

Swindon

Wacky Warehouse Churchill

★ 4.7 (35)

Let your little ones burn off energy in this vibrant multi-storey soft play centre, complete with an onsite restaurant for refuelling hungry adventurers afterwards.

Funways

Warminster

Funways

★ 4.0 (50)

A fully accessible indoor play centre offering energetic fun for children, complete with an onsite restaurant and comprehensive facilities including baby changing areas and wheelchair access.

Wiltshire Ceramic Studio

Chippenham

Wiltshire Ceramic Studio

★ 5.0 (10)

Get creative with clay at this hands-on pottery workshop in the Wiltshire countryside, where families can craft their own ceramic keepsakes in a welcoming, accessible studio setting.

Stourhead

Warminster

Stourhead

★ 4.8 (4)

Discover this stunning Georgian landscaped garden where families can wander lakeside paths and enjoy nature trails together. While wheelchairs are available to hire for £1, note that some areas have limited accessibility.

Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Wiltshire?+

We list 46 in Wiltshire. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Wiltshire are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Longleat Safari and Adventure Park (4.7/5, 28,369 reviews), Salisbury Cathedral (4.7/5, 16,680 reviews) and Lacock Abbey (4.6/5, 6,546 reviews).

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