Destinations
Here at Tourism South East, the South East England Tourist Board, we have put together a selection of recommended things to do for families throughout the beautiful South.
From world famous historic houses in Oxfordshire and inspiring landscapes in Surrey to captivating riverside walks along the Thames and many bustling cities, the counties of South East England are filled with some fantastic ideas for things to do for families. To find out what each of the counties of South East England has to offer, have a look at any of the below sections.
For more themed based ideas for things to do for kids, have a look at our inspire me section. You will find ideas for things to do for teenagers, indoor activities for kids as well as things to do with toddlers and educational activities for kids too.
Visit the South East England Tourist Board’s official website for many more ideas for things to do for kids in South East England.
Featured destinations
Berkshire
With Ascot Racecourse and numerous attractions and activities located all along the River Thames, the county of Berkshire has a great selection of things to do for kids this year - why not take a look for yourself?
Buckinghamshire
From Waddesdon Manor and bustling Milton Keynes to the Roald Dahl Museum and the Chiltern Open Air Museum, you'll never be short of thing to do with kids in Buckinghamshire.
Dorset
Dorset boasts two of the country’s finest holiday resorts, Weymouth and Bournemouth, where children can build sandcastles on some of the best beaches in England.
Hampshire
With the National Motor Museum, the attraction filled city of Portsmouth, the Royal Navy Submarine Museum in Gosport and Marwell Wildlife all within an hour's drive from each other, you'll never be short of things to do with kids in Hampshire.
Isle of Wight
Beautiful coastline, lovely beaches, fantastic family attractions and numerous daily crossings with Wightlink Ferries makes the Isle of Wight perfect for family days out and breaks.
Kent
From the Historic Dockyard Chatham and Kent Life to DickensWorld and Buckmore Park Kart Circuit, you're sure to find the county of Kent bursting at the seams with things to do with kids.
Oxfordshire
If you're looking for things to do with kids in Oxfordshire, have a look at the numerous attractions and activities located all along the River Thames or even Blenheim Palace - ansectrial home to the Dukes of Marlborough.
Surrey
With the vibrant city of Guildford, many family friendly attractions and the scenic Surrey Hills, the county of Surrey is sure providing you're family with numerous things to do this year.
Sussex
If you're looking for things to do with kids beside the sea, then East & West Sussex is the place to be with some fantastic child friendly beaches and exciting seaside towns - both are sure to keep the whole family happy this year.
