



15+ Free Things to Do in Belfast with Kids
Belfast has a great range of genuinely free things to do with kids — from parks and playgrounds to national museums with no entry charge at all.
City Parks(8)

People's Park
★4.6Enjoy free outdoor space perfect for families with children, dogs welcome and pushchair-friendly facilities throughout.

Mo Mowlam Play Park
★4.7Enjoy free outdoor play with equipment for all ages, food options, and dog-friendly spaces perfect for families with pushchairs.

Ward Park
★4.6Enjoy outdoor recreation and leisure activities in this free-entry community park offering green spaces and play facilities for families.

Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park
★4.7Explore 128 acres of gardens, woodlands and meadows featuring an award-winning International Rose Garden, children's playground and scenic walking trails.

Botanic Gardens
★4.6Explore 200 years of horticultural heritage with tropical plants, rose gardens, alpine collections and award-winning landscapes in Belfast's cherished public park.
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Country Parks(3)

Crawfordsburn Country Park
★4.7Explore scenic woodland trails, coastal views, and diverse wildlife in this accessible countryside escape with on-site cafe facilities.

Kilbroney Park
★4.8Explore scenic woodland trails and natural landscapes in this peaceful countryside park near Rostrevor, perfect for family walks and outdoor adventures.

Cairn Wood
★4.7Explore mixed woodland through 3 scenic forest trails with native broadleaves, resident red squirrels, and open heathland views rising to 200m.
Museums(3)

SS Nomadic
★4.5Explore the last remaining White Star Line ship, the tender to RMS Titanic, restored to its original glory in Belfast's historic Hamilton Dock.

Ulster Museum
★4.7Explore art, natural science and history collections in a free museum set within Belfast's beautiful Botanic Gardens, inspiring wonder and creativity for all ages.

Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum
★4.4Explore Northern Ireland's Second World War history through thousands of artifacts, photographs, and personal stories at this free indoor museum.
Castles(2)

Belfast Castle
★4.5Explore this iconic castle nestled at the foot of Cave Hill with stunning Belfast skyline views, woodland grounds, and family-friendly dining options.

Dundrum Castle
★4.7Explore a 12th-century Norman castle perched on a wooded hill overlooking Dundrum Bay, with free entry and scenic coastal views.
Beaches(1)
Botanical Garden(1)
Farm(1)
Historic House(1)
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