10+ Rainy Day Activities in York for Kids

Explore Britain's railway heritage through interactive exhibits, historic locomotives, and hands-on experiences for all ages.

Explore Whitby's beautifully maintained town park featuring a state-of-the-art play area, stunning seasonal gardens, and home to the Whitby Museum and Pannett Art Gallery.

Explore outstanding collections of Old Masters and contemporary artworks in an incredible historic space, with free admission and a café.

Explore Captain Cook's fascinating life and extraordinary voyages in a historic 17th-century house where the legendary explorer once lodged as an apprentice.

Explore Scarborough's rich maritime heritage through exhibits covering fishing, shipbuilding, smuggling, and the town's evolution as Britain's first seaside resort.

Enjoy homemade dairy ice cream, tea rooms, and camping under the stars at this family-run farm in Whitby, North Yorkshire.

Shop for homegrown produce and locally sourced Yorkshire specialties, then relax in the welcoming tearoom with freshly baked scones and hearty meals.

Experience a family-friendly working farm with animal encounters, adventure playground, and farm-made café just 10 minutes from York city centre.

Explore 14 acres of rural Yorkshire countryside featuring a farming museum, railway, animals, play areas, and immersive living history sites for all ages.

Explore the North York Moors at this free National Park Centre with indoor exhibits, outdoor trails, and family-friendly facilities including a café.

Explore stunning moorland views and outdoor trails at this free national park centre with indoor facilities and family-friendly amenities.

Interact with friendly cats while enjoying hot and cold drinks and locally made cakes in York's only cat cafe, located in a historic Grade II listed building.

Watch spectacular flying demonstrations and explore the largest collection of birds of prey in northern England at this award-winning attraction in the North York Moors.