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Manchester Attractions for Children
(Manchester, England)



Many of the most popular tourist attractions in Manchester are very children and family friendly, including Manchester's museums, Manchester's art galleries and Manchester's exhibitions, which often include hands-on attractions and displays specifically aimed at children.

There is also a good selection of family attractions in and around the city of Manchester that are quite varied, and these Manchester tourist attractions range from water parks with enormous slides, to zoos and play centres for younger children in Manchester.

On sunny days, Manchester's parks and garden provide a popular place for children to play and many of Manchester's parks are particularly suitable for children in Manchester, with attractions including playground areas, children's swings and slides.




Manchester Children's Attractions: Chester Zoo - Upton-by-Chester, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1LH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1244 380280
Chester Zoo is nearby Manchester and is situated to the west of Greater Manchester. With more than 5000 animals in large, landscaped enclosures, Chester Zoo is one of the most popular tourist attractions for children visiting Manchester. Covering over 100 acres / 40 hectares, highlights at Chester Zoo include lions, tigers, monkeys, elephants and a children's farm area, where children are able to stroke many of the friendly farmyard animals. Chester Zoo can be easily reached from Manchester city centre, by either car of bus, and the journey will take around 45 minutes, depending on traffic.
Manchester children's attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:30
Manchester children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Manchester Children's Attractions: Head Over Heels - Albany Trading Estate, Albany Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 0AZ, England
Tel: +44 (0)161 973 9323
Located next to Morrison's Supermarket, Manchester's Head Over Heels is a childrens' indoor play centre and family restaurant. Regarded as one of the best of its kind in the area, Head Over Heels combines a fun play centre with a relaxing environment for adults and high quality food. Play sessions last a minimum of 90 minutes.
Manchester children's attraction open: daily - 09:30 to 18:30
Manchester children's attraction admission: charge ranges 1 to 3 years and 3 years and over, free for children under 12 months

Manchester Children's Attractions: Jodrell Bank Science Centre and Planetarium - Bomish Lane, Lower Withington, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 9DL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1477 571339
The Jodrell Bank Science Centre can be found on the outskirts of Manchester and is a home to an impressive science centre, with many interactive exhibits and displays. Other attraction at the Jodrell Bank Science Centre included an impressive planetarium and 3D theatre, with regular shows throughout the day.
Manchester gardens Manchester children's attraction open: Tuesday to Sunday - 11:00 to 16:30
Manchester children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Manchester Children's Attractions: Animal World and Butterfly House - Moss Bank Park, Moss Bank Way, Bolton, BL1 6NQ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1204 334050
Bolton's Animal World and Butterfly House is within easy reach of Manchester and is home to a large collection of friendly animals, such as monkeys, farmyard animals, exotic birds, reptiles and an impressive butterfly house. Other attractions at Animal World and Butterfly House include a popular playground area for children, a café, a small golf course and football fields.
Manchester children's attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 16:30
Manchester children's attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Manchester Children's Attractions: Manchester Aquatics Centre - 2 Booth Street East, Manchester, M13 9SS, England
Tel: +44 (0)161 275 9450
The extremely popular Manchester Aquatics Centre is situated in Manchester's All Saints district and is home to large swimming pools, water slides and diving boards. Popular with children of all ages, other attractions at the Manchester Aquatics Centre include a fitness centre, crèche area, café and regular swimming events.
Manchester children's attraction open: Monday to Friday - 06:30 to 22:00, Saturday and Sunday - 07:00 to 18:00

Manchester Children's Attractions: Wythenshawe Community Farm - Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Road, Manchester, M23 0AB, England
Tel: +44 (0)161 946 0726
Wythenshawe Community Farm is one of the most popular community farms in Manchester and is run mainly be local volunteers. With pigs, sheep, ducks and cows, Wythenshawe Community Farm is always popular with children and families.
Manchester children's attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 15:30

Manchester Children's Attractions: Sale Water Park - Trafford Water Sports Centre, Rifle Road, Sale, Manchester, M33 2LX, England
Tel: +44 (0)161 912 3410
Sale Water Park is situated in the Sale area of Manchester and is full of exciting activities and water sports, including sailing, jet-skiing, windsurfing and canoeing. There are also a number of powerboats available for hire at Sale Water Park, a café area and a playground for young children.
Manchester children's attraction open: daily, November to March - 09:00 to 15:30, April - 09:00 to 17:30, May to August - 09:00 to 20:30, September - 09:00 to 17:30, October - 09:00 to 16:30

Manchester Children's Attractions: Stockley Farm - Arley, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6NA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1565 777323
Stockley Farm, to the south of Greater Manchester, can be found in nearby Cheshire. Popular with both children and families, attractions at Stockley Farm include a large number of friendly farmyard animals, picnic areas, a playground for children, a café, a gift shop and woodland trails.
Manchester children's attraction open: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday - 11:00 to 17:00

Manchester Children's Attractions: Chorlton Water Park - Maitland Avenue, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 7WH, England
Tel: +44 (0)161 881 5639
Located in Manchester's Chorlton-cum-Hardy district, to the south of central Manchester, the Chorlton Water Park is home to many exciting water sports and outdoor activities. Highlights at Manchester's Chorlton Water Park include sailing, windsurfing, fishing, canoeing, horse riding, walking and cycling. Chorlton Water Park also features a popular children's playground area.
Manchester children's attraction open: April to September, daily - 08:00 to 21:00

 
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