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Family days out in Leicester, made easy.

From castles and museums to soft play, farms and parks — find the best things to do with kids in Leicester.

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15+ Rainy Day Activities in Leicester for Kids

Discover 15+ indoor venues and activities for kids in Leicester, perfect for rainy days. From free museums to soft play. free.

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15+ Free Things to Do in Leicester with Kids

Find 15+ free family activities in Leicester: museums, parks, playgrounds and more. No entry fee, all ages welcome.

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5+ Soft Play Centres in Leicester

Find the best soft play centres in Leicester for toddlers and kids. Indoor play areas with slides, ball pits and café spaces. free.

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20+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Leicester

Discover 20+ toddler-friendly activities in Leicester for babies and under 5s. Soft play, farms, free museums and more. free.

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Things to Do in Leicester This Weekend with Kids

Find family-friendly things to do in Leicester this weekend: events, activities and venues open now. Updated weekly.

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20+ Outdoor Activities in Leicester for Families

Explore 20+ outdoor activities and family days out in Leicester: parks, playgrounds, nature trails, farms and more. free.

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15+ Indoor Activities in Leicester for Families

Find 15+ indoor activities in Leicester for kids, from soft play and museums to arts, science and adventure centres. free.

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Top-rated places in Leicester

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Bradgate Park

★4.8

Explore 430 acres of historic parkland featuring ancient woodlands, ruined Bradgate House, Old John tower, and a National Nature Reserve with scenic walking trails.

Free entryAges 3–12In & Out

Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly

National Space Centre

★4.5

Explore interactive galleries, immersive planetarium shows and hands-on space science experiences designed for families of all ages.

Ages 5–12Indoors

Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly

Foxton Locks

★4.7

Explore a fascinating 10-lock staircase on the Grand Union Canal with visitor facilities, café, and free access to this historic engineering marvel.

Free entryAges 5–14In & Out

Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking

Abbey Park

★4.6

Explore Leicester's premier city park featuring historic abbey ruins, formal gardens, a children's play area, and Pets Corner—all set on medieval grounds just north of the city centre.

Free entryAges 2–10Outdoors

Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly

Tropical Birdland

★4.7

Explore a nature lover's wonderland featuring exotic birds, meerkats, alpacas, and miniature donkeys with hands-on animal experiences and seasonal events.

Ages 3–12In & Out

Food on siteGood transportBaby change