Top Things to do in Lincoln
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Lincoln That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Lincoln, United Kingdom including Activities Away, Hill Holt Wood, Tension Twisted Realities, International Bomber Command Centre, Escape Lincoln, Museum of Lincolnshire Life, Lincoln Castle, The Collection, Doddington Hall & Gardens, The Natural World Centre, Whisby.
Restaurants in Lincoln
1. Activities Away
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 235 reviews
ACTIVITIES AWAY & MARINE MASTERS are the same company with two trading names. Based at this old gravel pit just outside Lincoln. Activities on offer include open water swimming sessions, kayak and stand up paddle board rentals, jet ski and power boat courses and lots of other fun water sports and adventure activities. Activities away have been delivering well thought out and fun adventure activities for 31 years with 14 years at this venue. The centre is AALS licensed, fully insured and Marine masters is a recognised training venue for the Royal Yachting Association offering a wide variety of on water and theory courses.
2. Hill Holt Wood
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By sjoates80 - Lincoln, United Kingdom
Beautiful woodland with so much going for it, 34 acres to wander round which has so many interesting features, structures, eco buildings, and animals scattered amongst it, they do weddings, burials, the cafe is the best, only open Sundays! And there is so many education and training programmes you could get involved with too plus a little shop selling their wood crafts! A must do visit!
3. Tension Twisted Realities
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 520 reviews
Tension Twisted Realities is a Family Entertainment Centre & Corporate Team Building location. We offer 6 award-winning Escape Rooms, 4 Virtual Reality Booths, 2 Mobile VR headsets, 2 AR Outdoor Missions, a Mobile Bomb, an Online Escape Game & a new game console room.
Reviewed By michaelbY3960KW
Took my son & 4 of his friends for a birthday treat, they had a brilliant time! Friendly and very helpful staff.
4. International Bomber Command Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 737 reviews
The award winning IBCC opened to the public for the first time on the 30th January 2018. The site includes the one of the UK's tallest War Memorials, The Spire, which stands out on Lincoln's skyline at 31.09m tall, the same height as the wingspan of a Lancaster Bomber. The Spire is surrounded by curved walls which carry the names of 57,871 men and women who gave their lives whilst in the service of Bomber Command during WW2. The Spire is set in 10 acres of landscaped peace gardens, one which represents Lincolnshire's contribution to the war and one that recognizes the involvement of 62 nations in Bomber Command. The Chadwick Centre provides all our visitor facilities and hosts three exhibition galleries covering our core themes of Recognition, Remembrance and Reconciliation. There is also an education suite and facilities for corporate hospitality. Children's trails and craft sessions available. The site is free to visit but tickets are needed to gain access to the Exhibition.
Reviewed By earthtravelller
Spent nearly the whole day here exploring the excellent interactive displays which really brought history to life and walking in the peace garden and up to the memorial spire and walls with a fabulous view over Lincoln. Staff were so friendly and knowledgeable Lovely café with excellent food High quality gift shop Very well set out site A very fitting tribute to all those who served in Bomber Command in any role
5. Escape Lincoln
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5.0 based on 362 reviews
Locked In A Mysterious Room With 60 Minutes To Get Out. Do You Have Split across two fantastic Lincoln venues. What It Takes To Escape?
Reviewed By callumhazard18
I would highly recommend doing this as it was a brilliant activity and with hard to solve puzzles and stuff that requires some of your senses and would highly recommended jade being your game master
6. Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,346 reviews
Reviewed By tmlb63
This free museum offers a wealth of historical items to occupy a couple of hours wandering- we loved it and were both entertained and informed
7. Lincoln Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,164 reviews
Three great attractions. One great day out. Medieval Wall Walk. Victorian Prison. Magna Carta. Enjoy spectacular views across Lincolnshire from our completed Medieval Wall Walk. Visit the David P.J. Ross Magna Carta Vault and see one of only four remaining original Magna Carta along side the Charter of the Forest. Immerse yourself in the lives of prisoners and their daily routines in the Victorian Prison and see the unique separate system chapel. 1000 years of history - where it happened. Winter Opening Hours: 10:00 - 16:00 Summer Opening Hours: 10:00 - 17:00
Reviewed By 356manfredb - Telford, United Kingdom
The main purpose for us to go to the Lincoln Castle during our visit to Lincoln was to see the Magna Carter signed by King John in 1215 and the Charter of Forest with the seal of King Henry III appended in 1217. These two supremely historic documents can only be viewed together at the Lincoln Castle, with no equal worldwide! The jail, crown court building and castle grounds are quite interesting and walking on top of the castle walls offers panoramic views of the Town and surrounding countryside. This is a must visit Tourist Attraction in Lincoln!
8. The Collection
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 638 reviews
Situated in the heart of historic Lincoln, The Collection brings together Lincoln's archaeology museum and the Usher Gallery in one fantastic visitor centre. The Collection includes a wealth of artefacts from the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages, Roman, Saxon, Viking and Medieval eras as well as fine, decorative and contemporary visual arts. Now Open.....Play at The Collection is a free activity centre, bright and engaging; there's lots for younger children to do and a safe play space for babies. There is also plenty for older children to do in the museum including interactives, mosaic making and trails to follow. Enjoy our newly refurbished cafe run by Lincoln's premier tea and coffee specialists, Stokes of Lincoln.
Reviewed By Mar10w2014 - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
My husband and I visited this great exhibition yesterday. If you can do the guided tour do so, it was fascinating, informative and well worth a visit to see the well presented displays, made all the more interesting because of the local connection. The Guy Gibson and the Dambusters are truly inspirational.
9. Doddington Hall & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 737 reviews
Since 2006 Doddington has been our much-loved family home. We have continued Claire’s parents work in devoting ourselves to the upkeep, repair and progression of the Doddington Estate including; the development of the Farm Shop, Bike Shop, Cafe, Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Home Store, Farrow & Ball, Country Clothing Store, Bauble Barn, Christmas Tree Sales and Weddings and Events businesses; increasing public access; organising concerts and exhibitions and the development of various accommodation across the estate. There is always something new to see and do on the estate whether that is inside the Hall, in the five acres of gardens, one of our events, or on one of the estate walks. We look forward to welcoming you to Doddington.
Reviewed By rebeccag946 - Blackpool, United Kingdom
Thought we'd squeeze in a visit to the Hall on the way to Lincoln, but this place offers so much more than we bargained for! Parking is across the road, with a short walk to the garden entrance. The house was closed, but the sculpture trail more than made up for that. The breadth of creativity was fantastic, with a style to suit everyone. The trail was very well laid out, with an intricate path leading in and out of every corner of the garden. I think we saw more of the place with the trail in place that we would have just wandering about. The sculptures were a wonderful addition, but the gardens themselves are an absolute delight. Very well planned and maintained. Surprise highlight was the team of black chickens that appear out of nowhere, chase each other and then dash off again! There's a nature trail too, plus a longer walk to the pyramid monument down the lawn avenue and the longest trail around the circumference of the estate. You could easily spend a day here. Cafe and farm shop to visit on the way out too. Very good toilet facilities.
10. The Natural World Centre, Whisby
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 277 reviews
Situated within Whisby Nature Park, The Natural World Centre is just five miles from Lincoln City centre. Whisby Nature Park is managed by Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust and offers over six miles of all ability footpaths, ideal for a relaxing day out or a bit of wildlife watching. At the Natural World Centre, you’ll find a great bistro serving hot and cold snacks, meals and treats from locally sourced produce, a fantastically stocked shop and amazing adventure play for children of all ages. It’s only natural you’ll want to stay!
Reviewed By ChristineR722 - Newark-on-Trent, United Kingdom
We have visited several times recently for long walks and with a big family group from 1yr to 67yrs. It's a great place for children including a good indoor play area and lots to do outside. Each time we've had lunch in the cafe/restaurant which has lovely views and excellent home cooked food which is great value. Children's meals are very reasonable with a good choice of proper food. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
