20+ Indoor Activities in Oxford for Families

Explore exquisite miniature dioramas depicting English rural life in the 1920s-1930s, featuring intricate model railways, villages and landscapes.

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

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

Explore vintage buses, Morris Motors, and historic cycles across three fascinating collections with heritage rides and a café.

Explore the world's oldest public museum building housing fascinating scientific instruments, collections, and interactive displays spanning centuries of discovery.

Explore a stately home with impressive art collections and beautiful gardens spanning 20 acres of grounds.

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

Explore a beautiful destination store combining plants, gardens, pottery painting, forest school experiences, and The Allotment Café, perfect for families seeking nature-based activities.

Enjoy indoor soft play with food and refreshments at this family-friendly barn venue suitable for children ages 0-12.

Explore a massive three-tiered play frame, Science Discovery Zone, and interactive gaming pods at this family-friendly soft play center with on-site café.

Explore vibrant indoor soft play zones designed for babies, toddlers and young children, with a relaxing café for parents.

Explore one of the world's oldest and most prestigious libraries with free exhibitions, guided tours, and a café in Oxford's iconic historic buildings.

Visit Woodgreen Leisure Centre for a community hub offering library services, gym facilities, and health programs suitable for all ages.

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

Explore Oxfordshire's largest bird of prey centre with over 100 birds, exotic animals, and interactive experiences for all ages.

Bowl on high-tech lanes, play arcade games, mini golf and karaoke while enjoying food and drinks at this family-friendly entertainment venue.

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

Feed and cuddle baby animals in the Cuddle Corner, then explore a scenic Oxfordshire farm with playground and diverse wildlife.

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

Glide across the ice at this popular city-centre rink offering skating sessions, lessons, and special events for all ages and abilities.