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Family days out in Oxford, made easy.

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

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10+ Rainy Day Activities in Oxford for Kids

Discover 10+ indoor venues and activities for kids in Oxford, perfect for rainy days. From free museums to soft play. free.

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15+ Free Things to Do in Oxford with Kids

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

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5+ Soft Play Centres in Oxford

Find the best soft play centres in Oxford 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 Oxford

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

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Things to Do in Oxford This Weekend with Kids

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

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20+ Outdoor Activities in Oxford for Families

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

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20+ Indoor Activities in Oxford for Families

Find 20+ indoor activities in Oxford for kids, from soft play and museums to arts, science and adventure centres. free.

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Top-rated places in Oxford

Loved by families. Rated by families.

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

★4.7

Explore over 150 species of animals across beautiful gardens, including a unique giraffe walkway for eye-level encounters with wildlife.

Ages 3–10In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking
Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace

★4.6

Explore a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage palace with Adventure Play, extensive gardens, parkland, and family-friendly events throughout the year.

Ages 5–12In & Out
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

★4.8

Explore world-class natural history collections featuring dinosaurs, minerals, and wildlife displays in a historic Victorian building.

Free entryAges 5–12Indoors
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Ashmolean Museum

Ashmolean Museum

★4.7

Explore world-class art and antiquities collections spanning Eastern and Western art, coins, and ancient artifacts in Oxford's prestigious museum with free entry.

Free entryAges 5–15Indoors
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Escape Hunt Oxford

Escape Hunt Oxford

★4.9

Solve puzzles and uncover secrets in themed escape rooms designed for families and groups in Oxford.

Ages 8–13Indoors
Pushchair friendly
Crocodiles of the World

Crocodiles of the World

★4.7

Encounter the world's most fascinating predators at the UK's only dedicated crocodile zoo, featuring underwater viewing, daily feeds, and interactive keeper experiences.

Ages 5–12In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking
Diddly Squat Farm Shop

Diddly Squat Farm Shop

★4.4

Browse a working farm shop filled with local produce, gifts, and merchandise, plus enjoy the on-site cafe in a family-friendly countryside setting.

Free entryAges 6–17In & Out
Food on sitePushchair friendlyParkingDogs welcome
Oxford Castle Prison

Oxford Castle Prison

★4.4

Explore 1,000 years of history through guided tours of an Anglo-Saxon tower, prison cells, and crypt led by costumed expert guides.

Ages 6–14In & Out
Food on siteGood transportBaby change

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