Things to do with kids in Manchester

Manchester is a strong city for families who want a full day without a car, and several of the best options are indoors, which matters here. Victoria Baths hosts an immersive Helios experience with a giant glowing sun in the Gala Pool, alongside Easter crafts in the Turkish Baths, stained-glass making and a live Easter panto. Museum of Illusions is the first UK location of the global chain, packed with mind-twisting exhibits and a Halloween party in season. Supermassive is the city's digital playground, an immersive room of visuals, soundscapes and a ball-drop zone. Depot Mayfield is home to Europe's largest vertical skate ramp, and its four-day festival brings live skate competitions, beginner sessions for anyone starting out, family activities, food, music and an accessible rooftop. Manchester Art Gallery keeps hands-on kids zones and creative corners. Brookdale Park, Debdale Park and Chorlton Water Park all run Easter explorers trails when the season comes round, which is a cheap way to fill a morning. Feeding everyone becomes its own event at Sapporo Teppanyaki, where chefs cook at the table with fire tricks and interactive entertainment, and Family Sundays run weekly from midday to five with a family menu. Head Over Heels, the National Football Museum, the AO Arena, Freight Island, Printworks, Yard and Coop and Zouk Tea Bar are all listed on this page too.