The Best Things To Do With Kids in Birmingham, UK

For a unique experience, why not indulge in some 3D cinema? Cineworld on Broad Street is the home of IMAX 3D, and more recently 4DX, a revolutionary cinematic experience which stimulates all the senses. Special effects in 4DX include wind, fog, lightning, rain, bubbles and scents, which the kids will love.

Previously called the Nature Centre, the Wildlife Conservation Park sits next to Cannon Hill Park and is home to an array of animals from across the world including red pandas, lynxs, monkeys and wallabies. With entry costs staying low and the free-entry mac Birmingham in the park next door, the Conservation Park makes for a great day out.

Let’s face it, kids love science. Birmingham’s Thinktank museum, conveniently situated in the city centre is an award winning museum which celebrates all things scientific – with a local twist. Take the Spitfire exhibition for example, its innovation key in World War II and its lasting effect on the city of Birmingham. Here you’ll also find exhibitions on the industrial heritage of Birmingham plus a planetarium, galleries and interactive displays on marine worlds, natural sciences and future medical advancements.

For the explorers in the family, look no further than the Lickey Hills. Located in Rednal on the southern edge of Birmingham, this country park boasts 524 acres of unspoilt land. This certified country park has a Green Flag Award and is home to an array of wildlife including lizards, grass snakes and a range of birds including warblers and robins. If exploring has tired the kids out, head for the park’s café adjacent to the car parks.