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.
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.
Liverpool’s World Museum is a key visitor attraction for families, with engaging permanent displays and changing exhibitions.
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.
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 is a great place for walks in Liverpool, with expansive green spaces and cafes a stones throw from the city centre.
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!
Ideal for a family day out, Eureka! Science + Discovery Merseyside combines interactive activities with science and discovery innovation.
Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery is a friendly place to relax and exercise your creative muscles by having a go at pottery painting.
Future Yard is the Wirral’s most exciting music venue providing a stage and opportunities for musicians and the local community.
Serving excellent Pan-Asian dishes and quirky cocktails, Chamber 36 is a stylish restaurant on the edge of Liverpool’s China Town.
Brass Monkey is a quirky bar with swings serving delicious drinks, tucked away down a quiet street in the centre of Liverpool.
A stylish 26-bed hotel in the heart of Liverpool with luxurious room décor, in a listed Georgian townhouse – perfect for a quieter stay.
The Botanical Gin Garden is a seasonal outdoor gin bar, open six months a year, serving a wide selection of delicious gin drinks.
Cafe Tabac is the longest running café bar in Liverpool, serving food and drinks to arty locals and curious newcomers.
Formerly a vintage chemist, McGuffie’s is a cosy cocktail bar located in a historic venue on Liverpool’s Castle Street.
Dead Air Records is a vinyl shop in Liverpool, offering a perfectly curated selection of records and a friendly space for music lovers.
The ultimate destination for seasoned plant lovers and beginners alike, Root sell a wide selection of gorgeous houseplants.
Resurrection is a long-established clothes shop, selling quirky items from both larger and niche brands to Liverpool’s fashion lovers.
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