15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Cambridge

Explore fascinating polar exploration history and artifacts at this free Cambridge museum, perfect for families with young children.

Explore Ely's rich heritage from prehistoric times to the present day, housed in a 13th-century Old Gaol building with family-friendly galleries and interactive workshops.

Explore a preserved wartime airfield with iconic aircraft, interactive exhibitions, and free family activities across vast historic hangars.

Explore a magnificent medieval cathedral with interactive tours, a stained glass museum, and family-friendly learning activities in a historic setting.

Discover Earth's history through fossils, minerals, and rocks in this free Cambridge museum featuring interactive trails and hands-on activities for all ages.

Explore a protected wetland nature reserve perfect for walking, wildlife spotting, and outdoor family adventures in Cambridgeshire.

Explore open green spaces perfect for family walks, picnics, and outdoor adventures with dogs and pushchairs welcome.

Ride vintage steam trains through enchanted woodland grounds with adventure playgrounds, fairy walks, and seasonal events for families.

Explore a Grade II* registered Victorian garden with multiple themed garden rooms, a maze, and walled garden—all free to visit in Saffron Walden.

Explore a historic abbey with stunning gardens, woodland walks, and a working mill offering families outdoor heritage experiences.

Interact with friendly farm animals through daily handling sessions, enjoy outdoor play areas, and explore themed seasonal events at this family-run petting farm.

Meet adorable Highland cows on a family-run working farm, enjoy guided experiences and proper English afternoon tea in the Cambridgeshire countryside.

Explore green space just outside Cambridge with accessible paths, lakes, woodland, a playground, bike track, and seasonal family events.

Explore 150 acres of woodland, meadows, and historic landmarks on the Gog Magog Hills with family-friendly trails, dens, and picnic spots.

Explore historic Cherry Hinton Hall grounds with beautiful gardens, play areas, and heritage features including Giants Grave and lost mills.

Challenge yourself on action-packed indoor climbing walls with automatic belay systems, suitable for ages 4 and up with professional safety instruction.

Explore a 3-storey soft play frame in a safe, relaxed environment with quality food and drinks at this family-run facility near Ely.

Swim, train, and stay active at Cambridge's premier leisure centre featuring indoor and outdoor pools, a full gym, and family-friendly facilities.

Explore a woodland conservation zoo specializing in endangered and extinct species, with daily keeper talks, animal encounters, and immersive behind-the-scenes experiences.