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Family days out

Things to do in Dumfries & Galloway with kids.

Covering Dumfries, Stranraer, Castle Douglas, Annan, Dalbeattie, Lockerbie, Newton Stewart, Kirkcudbright, Moffat

The best family days out in Dumfries & Galloway — 87 places to explore, from soft play and farm parks to holiday clubs and theatre. Filter by age, price and indoor or outdoor to plan your day.

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Makaton
4.9(28)

Forest & nature

7stanes Kirroughtree Forest

Newton Stewart

7stanes Kirroughtree Forest is a cycling park near Newton Stewart offering trails for mountain biking enthusiasts.

Outdoor🐶 Dog friendlyFree
4.8(149)

Forest & nature

Aldouran Wetlands & Gruffalo Trail

Stranraer

Wetlands and nature trail featuring the Gruffalo story experience in Stranraer.

Outdoor🐶 Dog friendlyFree
4.6(66)

Museums & galleries

Annan Museum

Annan

Annan Museum is a local museum showcasing the history and heritage of the Annan area.

Indoor
4.5(124)

Swimming

Annan Swimming Pool

Annan

Annan Swimming Pool is a public swimming facility offering swimming activities for the community.

Indoor
4.7(45)

Outdoor & adventure

Ardwell Bay

Stranraer

Ardwell Bay is a public bathing spot near Stranraer where families can enjoy swimming in the sea.

Outdoor🐶 Dog friendlyFree
4.8(318)

Zoos & aquariums

Bainloch Deer Park

Dalbeattie

Bainloch Deer Park is a zoo near Sandyhills where you can see deer, with a cafe and shop on site.

Indoor & outdoor
4.8(27)

Theatre & shows

Birchvale Theatre

Dalbeattie

Birchvale Theatre is a performing arts venue in Dalbeattie hosting theatre and cultural events.

Indoor
4.8(79)

Multi-sport camp

Bouldover Climbing Centre

Dumfries

Bouldover Climbing Centre is a climbing facility in Dumfries offering indoor climbing activities.

Indoor & outdoor
4.0(355)

Outdoor & adventure

Brighouse Bay

Kirkcudbright

Brighouse Bay is a lodging and sports facility in Borgue offering golf and athletic activities.

Outdoor🐶 Dog friendlyFree
4.7(412)

Museums & galleries

Broughton House & Garden (National Trust for Scotland)

Kirkcudbright

Broughton House & Garden is a National Trust for Scotland museum featuring a historic house and gardens in Kirkcudbright.

Indoor
4.6(3113)

Days out & attractions

Caerlaverock Castle

Dumfries

Caerlaverock Castle is a historic castle near Dumfries with medieval architecture and grounds to explore.

Indoor & outdoor
4.5(170)

Farms & animals

Castle Cary Holiday Park pools

Newton Stewart

Castle Cary Holiday Park offers lodging accommodation with pools in Newton Stewart.

Indoor & outdoor
4.7(312)

Play parks

Castle Kennedy Gardens

Stranraer

Castle Kennedy Gardens is a garden in Castle Kennedy offering outdoor spaces to explore.

Outdoor
4.5(141)

Days out & attractions

Castle of St John

Stranraer

Enduring 1510 tower house, once used as a prison & military garrison, now housing a museum.

Indoor & outdoor
4.6(1285)

Days out & attractions

Cocoabean Chocolate Factory

Kirkcudbright

Cocoabean Chocolate Factory in Twynholm is a chocolate factory where you can explore how chocolate is made, shop for gifts and treats, and enjoy refreshments at the cafe.

Indoor & outdoor
4.3(357)

Days out & attractions

Courtship Maze

Gretna

Courtship Maze is a maze attraction located in Gretna Green, a popular destination for visitors.

Indoor & outdoor
4.5(637)

Days out & attractions

Crawick Multiverse

Sanquhar

Open-air art & science attraction featuring a variety of geometric land forms in a stunning locale.

Outdoor
5.0(3)

Days out & attractions

Creation Mill CIC

Langholm

Creation Mill CIC is a store in Langholm offering a range of products and services.

Outdoor
4.8(25)

Museums & galleries

Creetown Heritage Museum

Newton Stewart

Creetown Heritage Museum is a museum showcasing the local history and heritage of Creetown.

Indoor
4.9(137)

Museums & galleries

Dalbeattie Museum Trust

Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie Museum Trust is a museum in Dalbeattie showcasing local history and heritage.

Indoor
4.8(1704)

Farms & animals

Dalscone Farm Fun

Dumfries

Dalscone Farm Fun is a farm-based attraction in Dumfries offering fun activities and farm experiences.

Outdoor
4.8(1704)

Farms & animals

Dalscone Farm Park

Dumfries

Dalscone Farm Park is a working farm with a toy store in Dumfries offering farm experiences and retail shopping.

Outdoor
4.6(225)

Farms & animals

Dark Sky Planetarium

Kirkcudbright

Dark Sky Planetarium is a museum in Kirkcudbright showcasing astronomy and the night sky.

Indoor & outdoor
4.7(1339)

Museums & galleries

Devil’s Porridge Museum

Stanfield

Devil's Porridge Museum in Eastriggs tells the story of a historic munitions factory and its community.

Indoor & outdoor