For Families

One of the city’s most famous landmarks, Norwich Castle was built by the Normans as a Royal Palace 900 years ago.

The National Centre for Writing has experienced an outstanding period of achievement and growth, becoming England’s leading literature development body.

The Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell tells the story of the city’s industries and the people who lived and worked here.

Norwich’s magnificent Romanesque Cathedral is open to visitors of all faiths and none. In beautiful grounds it’s an awe-inspiring, welcoming building.

The Catholic Cathedral with it’s beautiful stained glass and stonework is one of the finest examples of great Victorian Gothic Revival Architecture.

Explore one of the oldest, most fascinating buildings in Norwich. See the Tudor Great Hall, the Georgian dining room and the stone-vaulted under croft.

The Shoebox Experiences are waiting for you! Offering tours of Norwich’s ‘hidden street’, escape games, walking tours and baking experiences!

An amazing celebration of culture, with furniture, art, textiles and objects from India, Pakistan, Indonesia and more places besides.

Within the eight districts of Norwich these beautifully designed benches can be found, made of stone, wood and metal.

Part of the Zoological Society of East Anglia, Banham Zoo is the perfect place to connect with
nature. With hundreds of animals from around the world, set in over 50 acres of beautiful open
parkland and gardens, there will be hours of fun for everyone.

Discover a land of Boggles, Twiggles and all their beautifully unusual friends.

Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge heritage railway runs through 9 miles of beautiful countryside between Aylsham and Wroxham.

Pensthorpe Natural Park is a modern day nature reserve with a focus on inspiring the next generation to enjoy wildlife and the great outdoors.

Part of the Zoological Society of East Anglia, Africa Alive is the perfect place to explore some of
Africa’s most iconic animals while learning about their natural instincts, habitats, and
conservation.

At home in the landscaped grounds of Thrigby Hall is a special collection of rare animals from Asia.

130 acres of beautiful ancient woodland, water gardens and a private broad at South Walsham in the Norfolk Broads

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Holkham is a grand Palladian house with wonderful parkland and luxury hotel The Victoria.

Travel back to an old-fashioned fairground with majestic engines and rides from the Victorian era.

The Bug Parc is a unique attraction and the largest invertebrate parc in the country where you can see hundreds of incredible tropical insects.

Get ready to meet some of the 50 rescued donkey and horse residents ready to make your acquaintance at Redwings Aylsham in Norfolk.

Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor modelling attraction in the UK, our massive model railways with will fascinate all ages.

Norwich Puppet Theatre is an excellent introduction to the magic of theatre with original shows, activities, workshops and masterclasses for all ages.

As the largest stage in the East of England, Norwich Theatre Royal is the Eastern Home to many world-renowned companies and touring partners.

The Garage is a hub for performing arts; a creative space to learn, with a regular programme features over 90 classes for children and adults.

Nestled in the heart of the city we are Norwich’s community theatre. As a charitable arts organisation, we exist to support community engagement through affordable performing arts, entertainment, events and education. If you’re looking for an evening of fantastic entertainment, somewhere to grow your creative talents or a chance to get closer to the action, then look no further!

Norwich Theatre Playhouse has become recognised as one of the best fringe venues in the country, and is home of the famous Playhouse bar.

Nestled amongst the independent pubs, restaurants and cafés within the Lanes, Norwich Arts Centre is an award-winning venue.

The Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre is best known as the venue for the ONLY ‘End of Pier’ show of its kind in the World!

Over 17 packed days, the Festival presents more than 100 performances featuring a superb line-up of companies and ensembles from all over the world.

Learn more about the science that shapes our world with our talks, debates and workshops, on a range of topics from artificial intelligence to ageing.

From the code that made it happen to the latest releases, delve deep into the world of gaming, and meet the people behind the pixels.

Summer 2025 will see not one, not two, but FIVE majestic sculptures straight from the African Savannah march their way into Norwich and Norfolk.

Get underneath the surface of Norwich’s history. over 10 days, historic buildings closed to the public open their doors, revealing hidden histories.