England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

recommended places to visit and things to do with children in England


Science Museum

London SW7

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famous for its interactive exhibits, this museum has seven floors of exhibits covering the development of science and technology

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Explore Liverpool’s fascinating, diverse history, from port to sport, in this modern, purpose-built waterfront museum.

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set in a former Victorian sewerage works with displays of beam engines, showcasing Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage

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housed in one of the old warehouses, this museum covers the history of London's port and its role in the development of a great trading nation

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local museum covering local history with collections covering all aspects of local life including a replica Cornish kitchen

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celebrates Liverpool's history as a great port with a variety of objects , models, displays and even full-sized vessels