Things to Do in Oxford This Weekend with Kids

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.

Ride vintage steam trains and explore a 21-acre living museum showcasing Great Western Railway locomotives, carriages and historic railway heritage.

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

Explore 130 acres of woodland, wildflower meadows and historic tree collections just 6 miles from Oxford city centre, perfect for family days out.

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

Explore over 5,000 plant species at the UK's oldest botanic garden, established in 1621, with family-friendly activities and beautiful grounds for all ages.

Explore a stunning East Oxford park featuring beautiful flowerbeds, three children's play areas with a zip wire, and Flo's Cafe for family refreshments.

Explore Oxford's largest park with three children's play areas, splash features, miniature railway, skate park, and diverse sports facilities across 42 beautiful hectares.

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.

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.

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.

Experience Oxford's premier outdoor water adventure destination with aqua parks, paddle boarding, kayaking, and lakeside beach activities 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.

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