A new year is upon us, welcome to 2025!
We’re excited to get started, this is the year to thrive!
These days out are where you’ll have the most fun,
So it’s time to start planning, don’t’ walk, run!
These are our top picks for the best family attractions to visit in 2025! 2024 was a fab year for family time, but 2025 will be even bigger with all these incredible days out!
Cadbury World
📍Birmingham
Cadbury World in Birmingham is a family-friendly attraction that promises a delightful and immersive experience into the world of chocolate. Nestled in the heart of the historic Bourneville village, this magical destination offers a perfect blend of education, entertainment, and indulgence, making it an ideal outing for families with children of all ages.
Longleat
📍Warminster
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Spend a day out at the UK’s best Safari Park – Longleat! The drive through safari is an experience like no other where you’ll come face to face with lions, tigers, mischievous monkeys and more! Then, explore the stunning estate with hundreds of other incredible animals and so much to do for all the family!
Madame Tussauds
📍London
Hang with the stars and meet your heroes at Madame Tussauds London where you can get up close to your favourite superstars such as Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, characters from Star Wars, and many more! The photo opportunities are endless and there will be an iconic for everyone to get starstruck over!
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
📍Windsor
Go on the ultimate LEGO® adventure with the best rides, experiences, activities and more! Get your license at the LEGO® City Driving School, explore Miniland where absolutely everything is constructed from LEGO® to form a mini city, or ride the thrilling LEGO® NINJAGO The Ride for the ultimate rush!
Chessington World of Adventures Resort
📍Chessington, London
Go wild at Chessington this year where you get 2 days out for 1! Experience ultimate thrills at the incredible theme park and explore the brand new World of Jumanji! There are rides to suit all ages and plenty of fun activities. Then take a tour of Chessington Zoo and meet some incredible animals including giraffes, zebras, and more!
The London Eye
📍London
Soar to new heights and see London from a new perspective at the top of the eye! Take a sky high journey over London’s iconic skyline where you can see for miles across the Thames and beyond. This is a must-do activity while in London!
Big Bus Tours
📍London
Discover London’s iconic landmarks with a double decker bus tour through the city! You’ll drive right by legendary locations like St. Paul’s Cathedral and Buckingham Palace, and whether you’re a first time Londoner or experiences, there will be something new to explore!
SEA LIFE
📍Multiple Locations
Under the sea there lives thousands of incredible sea creatures which you can meet up close at your local SEA LIFE location. Families of all ages will enjoy journeying through the deep blue seeing rays, sharks, fish, turtles, penguins, and many more! This educational fun day out is unmissable this year, and with so many locations across the UK, there’s guaranteed to be one near you!
The London Dungeon
📍London
For brave families only! Ever wondered about the darker side of London’s history and the fascinating events that have taken place over hundreds of years? After a short but gruesome boat journey into the dungeons, you’ll go on an adventure through time and experience all of London’s most horrific tales! Will you survive the Plague? The nightmare that is Sweeney Todd? or the executioner? Only one way to find out!
Zip World
📍Betws-y-Coed, Wales
The hidden gem in the heart of the forest is full of family thrills and will make an unforgettable day out! Take an exciting 25mph ride through the trees on the FForest Coaster, or how about an underground trampoline system within a cave?! If this sounds like your kind of day out then head to Zip World in 2024!
Thorpe Park Resort
📍Surrey
One of the UK’s best Theme Parks will be opening it’s doors back up in early 2024 and they’ve got lots of exciting things in store. Hyperia – the UK’S tallest and fastest rollercoaster is close to it’s first voyage, and you won’t want to miss this one! Explore a range of rides and experiences for the whole family, and create memories you’ll never forget.
Kew Gardens
📍Lond0n
Immerse yourself in nature at the beautiful Kew Gardens where plants tower over you and you’re submerged in incredible plant life! Explore incredible landscapes, the stunning glasshouses, historic buildings, and the largest and most diverse collection of plants in the World. Take a stroll across the Treetop Walkway, explore the gardens, or experience its many immersive activities!
Warwick Castle
📍Warwickshire
Embark on an action-packed adventure at Warwick Castle where you’ll experience entertaining live shows, join the free guided history talks, and enjoy 64 acres of family fun! Stay tuned for event announcements as there is always something going on at the castle from the biggest birds of prey show in history to War of the Roses – a live jousting experience!
Thames Rockets
📍London
The fastest experience on the Thames will take you past London’s iconic landmarks as speeds you can only imagine! Prepare for a thrilling ride across the river as you throw you hands in the air and feel the wind in your hair. This experience is fun for all the family and is a day out in London like no other.
Shrek’s Adventure
📍London
DreamWorks Tours: Shrek’s Adventure! London is a brilliantly fun, interactive walkthrough experience, featuring all your favourite Shrek characters! Enjoy live shows with actors, captivating storytelling and special effects, along with extraordinary DreamWorks animation allowing you to see, hear, touch, smell and feel the adventure in every way.
Wookey Hole
📍Somerset
Visit one of the UK’s largest show cave systems deep below the Mendip Hills – Wookey Hole Caves. It’s home to the Witch of Wookey Hole and offers a magical and historical day out for explorers of all ages! Enjoy the caves, circus, adventure gold, vintage arcade, 4d cinema, museum, soft play and more!
Frameless
📍London
Enjoy an immersive art experience like no other at Frameless! With 42 masterpieces and 4 galleries showcasing the world’s greatest art, this sensory experience is presented in a way you have never seen before.
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