Fun things to do in Manchester with the kids
Family Fun Bus Tour
The Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour is a great way to explore all that Manchester has to offer. From the main neighbourhoods to famous landmarks. The bus tour offers live commentary to give you some knowledge and background on what makes this city so special.
The bus stops at various places and you can get on and off around the city, making it a great way to navigate with the kids.
There are family passes which make this option cheaper than using other methods of public transport to see the city.
The Peoples History Museum
Any young and inspiring politicians or diplomats will love learning about the history of democracy in people's lives in Great Britain. This museum was initially designed to inspire people of all ages to learn about important causes such as social justice, equality and cooperation. This may sound like a lot to take in for the little ones but the museum does a great job of making learning fun and engaging.
The museum has a hands-on activity and plenty of interactive games. They also host lots of family-fun events and workshops for the little ones to get involved in. All kids get a free spy activity sheet to fill in whilst they complete the treasure hunt around the museum.
The National Football Museum
Kiddies that love football shouldn’t miss the opportunity to visit the largest museum in the world dedicated to football. Parents can get involved and reminisce over the collection of football memorabilia and the football hall of Fame! Kids can get hands-on with all of the museum’s games and interactive exhibits.
Any inspiring footballers can challenge the virtual goalkeeper in a penalty shootout or practise their passes! Don’t forget to take your camera to get some special pictures of the family holding the premier league trophy.
Science and Industry Museum
The Science and Industry Museum is one of the best family-friendly museums to visit in Manchester. There are plenty of interactive exhibits and interactive games for kids of all ages. You can learn all about Manchester’s fantastic achievements in technology and science. From leading the way in the industry revolution and the cities' influence on modern computing.
The little ones can get hands-on and learn all about science through the experiment gallery with lots of interactive games designed for the little scientists.