Family Days Out in Belfast
Belfast is a brilliant city for families, with world-class museums, sprawling parks, soft plays and activity centres all within easy reach. Here's a selection of places to visit in and around the city. For more options across Northern Ireland, search the full directory and filter by county, category and facilities.
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Ulster Museum
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Explore everything from art and history to nature and science under one roof beside Botanic Gardens. Entry is free, making it a brilliant Belfast option for a flexible family day out whatever the weather.
Victoria Park
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A handy free play stop in Belfast where children can get outside, run around and burn off some energy. It’s an easy choice for a simple family outing and works well when you want something fun without planning a full day.
Titanic Belfast
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover the story of Titanic through interactive galleries in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter. It’s an impressive indoor attraction for families who enjoy history, big stories and hands-on museum experiences.
The Lost City Apocalypse Adventure Golf
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13)
An immersive indoor adventure golf experience at The O2 in Belfast, with themed holes and plenty of fun for families who enjoy a little friendly competition. It’s a great all-weather option for older children and grown-ups to enjoy together.
Roar & Explore – Kennedy Centre
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A family-friendly indoor play destination at the Kennedy Centre, giving children space to explore, play and burn off energy whatever the weather. It’s a handy Belfast option for an easy indoor family outing.
Tír na nÓg Belfast
Ages: Toddlers (1–3)
A family-friendly indoor play spot in Belfast, giving children space to play while grown-ups can enjoy a more relaxed visit. It’s a useful all-weather option for younger families and an easy choice for a few hours out.
Orangefield Park Playground
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A handy free play stop in Belfast where children can get outside, run around and burn off some energy. It’s an easy choice for a simple family outing and works well when you want something fun without planning a full day.
Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A handy free play stop in Belfast where children can get outside, run around and burn off some energy. It’s an easy choice for a simple family outing and works well when you want something fun without planning a full day.
Roar & Explore – Dairy Farm
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
An indoor soft play option in Belfast where children can climb, slide and burn off plenty of energy. It’s a handy rainy-day choice when you need an easy family activity that keeps the kids moving.
Prison Island Belfast
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
An active family attraction in Belfast built around sport, games or a challenge. It’s a great option for competitive kids, older children and families who want to do something energetic together.
Belfast City Hall
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Belfast at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
Belfast Zoo
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Meet animals from around the world while exploring this hillside zoo overlooking Belfast. With lots to see across the day, it’s an easy pick for animal-loving families who want a full day out.
Crumlin Road Gaol
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Belfast at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
Cave Hill Country Park
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Follow woodland and hillside trails with brilliant views across Belfast from this much-loved country park. It’s a free outdoor adventure that suits families who enjoy walking, exploring and plenty of fresh air.
Andersonstown Leisure Centre
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
Indoor aqua park with a main pool, teaching pool, Little Lagoon toddler pool, Aqua Play water-play area and three high-speed water slides.
Botanic Gardens
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Belfast at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
Ormeau Park
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A handy free play stop in Belfast where children can get outside, run around and burn off some energy. It’s an easy choice for a simple family outing and works well when you want something fun without planning a full day.
Olympia Leisure Centre and Spa
Ages: Babies (0–1) • Toddlers (1–3) • Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Family leisure centre with swimming pools and dedicated family fun swim sessions for children and grown-ups.
SS Nomadic
Ages: Preschool (3–5) • Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13) • Teens (13–17)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Belfast at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
W5
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13)
A hands-on science and discovery centre packed with interactive exhibits designed to get children touching, testing and experimenting. It’s a great indoor choice for curious kids and an especially handy option when the weather turns.
The Lost City Adventure Golf – Cityside
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13)
An active family attraction in Belfast built around sport, games or a challenge. It’s a great option for competitive kids, older children and families who want to do something energetic together.
HMS Caroline
Ages: Primary (5–11) • Tweens (11–13)
Discover a little more of the history and story of Belfast at this family-friendly heritage attraction. It’s a good option for curious children and works especially well when you want a day out with something to see, learn and talk about afterwards.
Musgrave Park
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A handy free play stop in Belfast where children can get outside, run around and burn off some energy. It’s an easy choice for a simple family outing and works well when you want something fun without planning a full day.
Mo Mowlam Play Park
Ages: Toddlers (1–3) • Primary (5–11)
A handy free play stop in Belfast where children can get outside, run around and burn off some energy. It’s an easy choice for a simple family outing and works well when you want something fun without planning a full day.