The best family-friendly activities in Yorkshire for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Yorkshire Dales Tour from York
The Yorkshire Dales National Park is one of the most renowned national parks in the world, celebrated for its dramatic limestone hills, winding valleys, dry...
$75

Explore York's Minster's exciting history with Dave Haw Tours. Knowledgeable and dedicated, Dave offers in-depth Minster tours like no other! Experience the art and history...
$74

Private Roman Tour of York
Explore Roman York, at your own pace with your own personal tour guide! This is a new private bespoke tour run by York Walls Tours...
$67

Private Viking Walk of York
Explore York with a real Viking! Join your guide for a private, two-hour walking tour through the city’s remarkable Viking past. Hear the stories of...
$67

York Full Tour in Spanish
A great, unique and memorable Tour of the city of YORK, the most spectacular Medieval city in YORKSHIRE AND the North of England. Founded by...
$61

Afternoon Tea Cruise in North Yorkshire
Relax on an afternoon cruise while enjoying sandwiches, scones, desserts, and drinks served on board. • Two-hour afternoon cruise • Fully licensed bar onboard...
$44

Fish & Chips Boat Cruise in York
Embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure aboard our Fish and Chips Cruise, where you'll sail through the charming city of York and its serene countryside....
$39

Chocolate Bar Making York is home to some of the world's most famous chocolate bars. Join us in our academy and learn how to create...
$34

Durham Full City Tour
All of the features of the History Tour plus more! Here we explore the wider city and uncover some hidden gems. Learn about the ‘King...
$31

Ghost Bus Tour of York
Discover York’s sinister side on this 1-hour ghost bus tour, led by a hellishly hilarious guide. Visit some of city’s spookiest sights and learn about...
$27

Why follow the crowds? At Yorktour we believe a great tour should also be a fun conversation, which is why we guarantee there will be...
$27

York Dungeon Entry Ticket
Step back in time and discover the darkest moments in Yorkshire’s history with a visit to York Dungeon! The ticket to the spooky walk-around attraction...
$26

Gunpowder, Plot and Treason A Walking Tour Through York’s Darkest Legends Step into the shadows of York’s bloodstained past. From the birthplace of Guy Fawkes...
$24

The tour begins inside The Guy Fawkes Inn (25 High Petergate). From there you'll learn about the famous conspirators and the gun powder plot, in...
$24

Explore the ancient city of York on a 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour. This sightseeing extravaganza will take you to all of...
$23

York Witches and History Walking Tour
Step into the Shadows of York... Prepare for a walking tour like no other! An immersive, educational journey through history. Dare to indulge in something...
$23

Join your character guide and get an up-close walking tour experience of the city and its delightful hidden gems. Get ready; culture, history, heritage, and...
$23

Private Ghost Tour of York
Explore York after dark on a private ghost tour shaped around you. Choose where and when to meet: we can collect you from your hotel...
$23

Let your own private guide take you around the world famous city of York, which is at its most beautiful during the Christmas season. Your bespoke...
$23

An entertaining and immersive tour of York from Roman times to the present day. There will be plays, suprises and stories about Roman toilets, Dick...
$22

Walkabout Durham History Tour
While strolling along cobbled streets and riverside footpaths, you will view some of the world's best architecture and encounter gripping tales of the kings, Prince...
$22

