15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in York

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

Explore a working farm with a cafe, shop, miniature railway, and pick-your-own fruit in the heart of North Yorkshire.

Explore a working Yorkshire farm with animal encounters, adventurous outdoor play, indoor attractions, and seasonal experiences for all ages.

Explore over 50 animal species across rides, attractions, and interactive experiences perfect for families with young children.

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

Enjoy a peaceful Yorkshire coastal escape perfect for surfers, walkers, and families seeking a quieter seaside atmosphere away from the main tourist strip.

Enjoy scenic boat rides along the East Coast with views of Flamborough Head, Bempton cliffs, and bird sanctuaries from this historic fishing vessel.

Explore miles of accessible sandy beach perfect for families, dog walkers, horse riders and water sports enthusiasts with breathtaking coastal views.

Enjoy golden sand, paddling, kite flying and ball games on this spacious family-friendly beach with lifeguards, ice cream vendors and dog-walking areas.

Enjoy unlimited playtime across one of Yorkshire's biggest indoor play centres with equipment suited for all ages, plus an onsite café.

Discover active indoor play designed for young children with trampolines, soft play structures, and family-friendly facilities.

Discover an award-winning zoo featuring exotic mammals, birds, and domestic animals with interactive feeding opportunities and seasonal events for all ages.

Explore over 100 species of mammals, birds, reptiles and more across this BIAZA-accredited wildlife park with daily animal encounters and educational experiences.

Explore 60 acres of stunning lavender fields and curated gardens with a tea room, plant nursery, and family-friendly play areas near York.

Navigate two obstacle courses, parkour studios and training facilities designed for all ages and abilities in this action-packed indoor leisure park.

Explore stunning free botanical gardens featuring historic ruins, wildlife habitats, and seasonal flowers in the heart of York.

Explore nature gardens, outdoor play areas, and trails with a miniature railway, mazes, sand play, and seasonal activities for all ages.

Experience York's ultimate family adventure with unlimited rides, indoor soft play, outdoor activities, animal encounters, and laser tag all in one venue.

Enjoy swimming, fitness, and family activities including soft play, trampolines, and kids' lessons at York's premier leisure centre.