10+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Manchester

Explore magical role play spaces where children create their own stories in imaginative settings like airports, gardens, and fairy houses, plus enjoy refreshments at the on-site coffee shop.

Explore over 13 immersive role play areas across 2 floors, from hospitals to fire stations, plus an on-site café for families with children aged 0-8.

Explore an expansive play area filled with thrilling slides, climbing frames, sports arena, and ride-on track in a safe environment for children ages 0-12.

Enjoy indoor soft play with dedicated zones for babies and older children, plus an on-site cafe serving great food for the whole family.

Interact with friendly pugs while enjoying treats and playtime in a welcoming indoor space designed for families and dog lovers.

Explore 40 hectares of woodland, meadows and waterways perfect for walking, wildlife spotting, fishing and family picnics.

Explore woodland trails, open green spaces, and play areas at this free countryside destination perfect for families with young children.

Enjoy swimming lessons, public swimming sessions, and aquatic activities for all ages at this family-friendly leisure centre.

Enjoy family swimming sessions, lessons for all ages, and group exercise classes at this comprehensive leisure centre.

Explore underwater worlds through immersive aquarium zones featuring sharks, turtles, rays, and thousands of marine creatures in interactive themed environments.

Explore the borough's largest park featuring a scenic lake, children's play area, and seasonal miniature steam railway rides across landscaped valleys.

Meet and walk with friendly alpacas on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, with experiences suitable for all ages and a tearoom to relax in afterwards.

Explore interactive theatre shows, creative classes, family escape rooms, and imaginative play experiences at the UK's only dedicated arts centre for children and families.

Challenge yourself to action-packed adventure golf across two dinosaur-themed 18-hole courses perfect for families, dates, and groups of all ages.