Family things to do in Liverpool

Maja Lorkowska, Exhibitions Editor

There are so many fun activities for the whole family (especially younger visitors) around Liverpool – the trick is finding the right one for you! Let us make your life easier with our guide to family-friendly places in Merseyside, from outdoor fun to museums and pottery painting.

 

Our top picks

Imagine That

Imagine That, 26-32 Faraday Road, Wavertree Technology Park, Liverpool, L13 1EH - Visit now

Imagine That is a very special children’s play centre in Liverpool, with art, science and imagination zones to encourage creative fun and free play.

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World Museum Liverpool

World Museum Liverpool, William Brown Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 8EN - Visit now

Liverpool’s World Museum is a key visitor attraction for families, with engaging permanent displays and changing exhibitions.

Exterior of World Museum Liverpool, home to Dino Ranger Day

Knowsley Safari Park

Knowsley Safari Park, Knowsley safari, Prescot, L34 4AN - Visit now

Have a wild adventure at the Knowsley Safari Park, and get up close to lions, rhinos, camels and more from the comfort of your car.

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Museum of Liverpool

Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head, Liverpool Waterfront,, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1DG - Visit now

The Museum of Liverpool tells the fascinating tale of Liverpool’s past, from the Liver Birds to the Overhead Railway and beyond with lots of interactive displays for children and a special zone for the youngest museum goers.

Sefton Park

Sefton Park, Mossley Hill Drive, Liverpool, L17 1AJ - Visit now

Sefton Park is a great place for walks in Liverpool, with expansive green spaces and cafes a stones throw from the city centre.

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Blue Planet Aquarium

Blue Planet Aquarium, Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks, Cheshire, CH65 9LF - Visit now

Blue Planet Aquarium is home to animals from all around the world, one of the UK’s largest collections of sharks and a 71-metre underwater tunnel to see them from!

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Eureka! Science + Discovery Merseyside

Eureka! Science + Discovery Merseyside, Victoria Pl, Seacombe, Wallasey, Merseyside, CH44 6QY - Visit now

Ideal for a family day out, Eureka! Science + Discovery Merseyside combines interactive activities with science and discovery innovation.

Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery

Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery, 268 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, L15 5AH - Visit now

Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery is a friendly place to relax and exercise your creative muscles by having a go at pottery painting.

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Where to go in

Threshold is an artist-led project space for sculpture, located in the front garden of a traditional back-to-back house in Burley, Leeds. Exhibitions are open for all to view. Encounter sculpture on your daily walk, or way to work or school.
Leeds
Event venue
Threshold Leeds

Threshold is an artist-led project space for sculpture, located in the front garden of a traditional back-to-back house in Burley, Leeds.

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Southport
Event venue
The Engine Room

The Engine Room is a creative community hub in Southport’s Wayfarers Arcade, offering co-working space, cultural events and collaborative opportunities for artists, freelancers and educators.

Leeds
Gallery
The Mill Gallery

The Mill Gallery is an artist-run space in Leeds, supporting emerging artists to develop and showcase their work authentically.

Church congregation at St George's Church in Leeds
Leeds
Place of worship
St George’s Church

St George’s is a lively city centre church in Leeds with three services every Sunday and a midweek programme that includes groups, courses and events. We’re here to help people

Picante
Liverpool
Restaurant
Picante

Picante is a sun-soaked Mexican restaurant at the trailblazing Cains Brewery Village in Liverpool.

Miru Mill
Manchester
Event venue
Miru Mill

Miru Mill is an event space and micro-factory based at Churchgate Mill in Stockport.

Spa
iglu sauna

An authentic and affordable sauna and cold plunge experience in Hebden Bridge, in a beautiful outdoor setting amongst the trees.

Salford
Restaurant
Kallos Cafe & Wine Bar

Kallos is a Greek restaurant and wine bar in Salford, serving up exquisite dishes throughout the day and evening.

Symmetry Room
City Centre
Museum
Museum of Illusions

Museum of Illusions Manchester is part of the global Museum of Illusions Group, the largest and fastest-growing chain of private museums in the world.

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