Family Friendly Days Out in Aberdeenshire
Aberdeenshire is packed with family-friendly activities, offering everything from outdoor adventures to fascinating visitor attractions. If you’re staying at Deeside Holiday Park, you’ll find a wide range of great days out just a short drive away.
Explore castles and historic sites, visit local wildlife parks, or enjoy scenic walks and outdoor play areas. Whether you’re travelling with younger children or teenagers, Aberdeenshire has something to suit every family.
What You’ll Find Nearby
- Castles and historic attractions
- Wildlife parks and family-friendly farms
- Scenic walking routes and countryside trails
- Outdoor activity centres and play areas
- Indoor attractions for all-weather days
Explore Family Days Out in Aberdeenshire
The Den & The Glen
Maryculter, Aberdeen AB12 5FT
1 mile from Deeside
Indoor soft play and restaurant, alongside The Glen, a magical outdoor world filled with nursery rhyme and fairy-tale characters set across 28 acres of scenic grounds.
Discount Value: 10% discount on entry
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Aberdeen Science Centre
179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
9 miles from Deeside
One of Aberdeen’s top visitor attractions, offering interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences for all ages, perfect for a fun and educational family day out.
Discount Value: 15% discount
Online Code: WoodLeisure15
Stonehaven Outdoor Pool
The Links, Stonehaven AB39 2RD
10 miles from Deeside
A unique Olympic-size outdoor swimming pool filled with heated seawater, offering a fun and refreshing day out during the warmer months.
Wynford Park Farm
Kingswells, Aberdeenshire AB15 8RQ
7 miles from Deeside
A fantastic family attraction set in the countryside, with friendly animals, outdoor play areas, an enchanted forest, and plenty of space to explore.
Farm Stop
Portlethen, Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
7 miles from Deeside
An all-weather farm attraction offering hands-on animal experiences and interactive activities for visitors of all ages.
Linx Ice Arena
Beach Esplanade, Aberdeen AB24 5NR
10 miles from Deeside
Enjoy public skating sessions, lessons, and family-friendly events at this popular beachfront ice rink.
Codona’s Amusement Park
Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen AB24 5ED
9 miles from Deeside
A long-standing family attraction offering a mix of indoor and outdoor rides, arcades, and entertainment for all ages.
Belwade Farm
Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BJ
23 miles from Deeside
Meet the horses, explore the woodland walks, and enjoy a relaxing visit to this welcoming countryside attraction with a visitor centre and café.
Brewers Fayre
Portlethen, Aberdeen AB12 4QS
6 miles from Deeside
A family-friendly restaurant with indoor play areas, activity packs, and plenty to keep younger visitors entertained while you dine.
Zoology Museum & Botanic Garden
Tillydrone Avenue, Aberdeen AB24 2TZ
13 miles from Deeside
Discover fascinating animal exhibits, including skeletons and preserved specimens, alongside the nearby botanic gardens, great for curious young minds.
Duthie Park & Winter Gardens
Polmuir Road, Aberdeen AB11 7WA
7 miles from Deeside
A large public park featuring play areas, a boating lake, gardens, and the impressive indoor Winter Gardens, ideal for a relaxed family day out.