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

The Deathly Dark Tour of York
The Deathly Dark Tour of York is a grim and theatrical, dark comedy walking tour, perfect for those who have a bit of a wicked...
$19

The Bloody Tour of York is the multi award winning* tour of the City and has recently won the Arival Best Sightseeing Tour in Europe...
$20

Dare you take a trip into the past and uncover some of York’s turbulent and tragic history? A past that manifests itself in the unexplained...
$18

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

Winner of a magical myriad of awards, and York's ONLY tour created for families with children! WINNER #1 Best Family Experience in the World 2025...
$16

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

Explore some of the many famous historical sites and adventure across the spectacular landscape. Here you’ll take a trip to the seaside town of Whitby...
$75

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

J & M York City Walking Tours
Step off the beaten path into the beating heart of York’s rich, rebellious past! This highly rated walking tour isn’t your average stroll—it’s an adventure...
$15

See your favourite York landmarks with this hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour around the town's best loved sites, with a live guide. Sit back and...
$22

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

This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two...
$105

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

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

This tour is not just about Durham, the place, but its people and the stories behind them. From Durham's Narnia connection to its mining heritage,...
$15

This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park with an introduction to Herriot Country, including the picturesque town...
$105

Yorkshire Dales Day Trip from York
This Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, visiting Bolton Castle, Askrigg (filming location...
$105

2 Hour Leeds Highlights Walking Tour
Leeds is a vibrant modern city with rich industrial heritage. Enjoy the very best of Leeds with our friendly, informative, entertaining professional guides. Join us...
$17

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

York Walls Private Walking Tour
Explore York by day with John, your award-winning guide with the City Helicopter Tours badge of excellence for the past 8 years, on a private...
$14

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

