Things to do in the North West with kids


Visiting the North West offers a diverse array of experiences. Begin in Liverpool, birthplace of The Beatles, where the Beatles Story Museum and the vibrant Albert Dock await. Explore Manchester's cultural scene at the Manchester Art Gallery and historic sites like Castlefield.

Delve into Chester's Roman heritage, wandering its well-preserved walls and marveling at Chester Cathedral. Nature lovers can't miss the Lake District, with its stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. History buffs will enjoy York, with its medieval walls and iconic York Minster. And for seaside fun, head to Blackpool for its famous illuminations and lively amusement parks.

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Lancaster City Museum
Attraction
Free

Lancaster City Museum

Situated in the heart of this historic cultural city of Lancaster in an elegant Georgian building.

Lytham Hall
Attraction
Adults from £1

Lytham Hall

The finest Georgian house in Lancashire

Lancaster Castle
Attraction
From £6.50

Lancaster Castle

1,000 years of heritage, history, justice, felony and incarceration

kids Paintballing
Activity

kids Paintballing

KIDS PAINTBALLING LIVERPOOL Kids Paintball 2 Hours includes paintball gun, mask, unlimited paintballs THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN PLAY

InflataNation Manchester
Activity
Adults £9.95

InflataNation Manchester

The UK's first indoor inflatable theme parks. Visit our website for an interactive map and directions to an Inflata Nation near you.

ImmotionVR - Manchester
Activity
From £5

ImmotionVR - Manchester

When you transport yourself into a digital world that you can physically interact with, the only limit to what can be done is your imagination.

Freedome
Activity
From £11

Freedome

Enjoy an exciting trampoline work-out and an aerial freestyle adventure with friends. Cheshire Oaks just 5 miles from Chester.

Combat Paintball
Activity
From £30

Combat Paintball

Our games are all designed to allow teams to work together and communicate whilst completing the objective of the game.

Liverpool with a Local
Attraction
From £12

Liverpool with a Local

Get your bearings and discover Liverpool through a Scousers eyes, with a local, expert guide.

Liverpool War Museum
Attraction
Adults £10.50

Liverpool War Museum

Discover the place where the Second World War was won hidden under the streets of Liverpool.

Marine Lake Boat Hire
Activity
Adults from £4

Marine Lake Boat Hire

Enjoy some time on the water with a leisurely cruise on one of our converted lifeboat ferries or take a fast speedboat ride on the Southport jet.

Greater Manchester Police Museum
Attraction
Free

Greater Manchester Police Museum

A former police station converted into a museum and archives detailing the history of policing in Greater Manchester.

Attraction
Adults £4

Ribchester Roman Museum

The Ribchester Roman Museum is Lancashires only dedicated Roman antiquities museum.

Attraction
From £4

Levens Hall

A family home for generations, home to the world's oldest topiary.