Cambridge is full of family days out: free University museums on the Downing Site with fossils and a giant fin whale, the Fitzwilliam's Egyptian galleries, punting along the Backs, and green spaces like the Botanic Garden and Wandlebury. IWM Duxford, Wimpole Estate and Linton Zoo are a short drive away. Start with these named local picks, then compare activities, holiday camps and parties by age, booking needs, cost and travel time across Cambridge, Chesterton, Cherry Hinton, Trumpington and the surrounding villages.
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Imperial War Museums' airfield site, with hangars full of historic aircraft, free family activities on many days and a huge outdoor play area. Opening is 10am–4pm with last entry at 3pm, so arrive early to make the most of it. Allow most of a day.
Official info →A working estate with a grand hall, gardens and parkland, plus Home Farm with rare breeds including Shire horses, pigs, sheep, cows and goats, and a children's play area. There is a free junior parkrun on Sunday mornings for 4–14s.
Official info →A zoo about ten miles south-east of Cambridge, with animals from around the world plus an adventure play area. Children must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, and dogs are not allowed.
Official info →A wildlife park a short hop south of Cambridge, right next to Shepreth station, so it works well without a car. Look out for seasonal events such as Father Christmas experiences in the run-up to Christmas, which need booking.
Official info →University gardens and glasshouses a short walk from the station, with plenty of space for toddlers to explore. Walk-ups are welcome. It is open daily apart from a Christmas closure (24 December 2026 to 1 January 2027).
Official info →The University of Cambridge's art and antiquities museum, with a popular collection of Ancient Egyptian artefacts. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am–5pm and Sundays and bank holidays 12–5pm; closed on Mondays.
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