Top Things to do in Scarborough District
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What to do and see in Scarborough District, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in Scarborough District, United Kingdom including Whitby Museum, Whitby Abbey, Peasholm Park, Central Tramway Company, Whitby Lighthouse, Filey Bird Garden & Animal Park, Scarborough Spa, Scarborough North Bay Railway, Scarborough Castle, Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby.
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1. Whitby Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 801 reviews
Striving to preserve an Edwardian atmosphere, this museum houses a variety of general collections.
Reviewed By JAYNECBG - London, United Kingdom
This is an absolutely fabulous museum. A must for anyone visiting Whitby. So quirky and fun and informative. From a mummified hand (a burglar’s lucky charm) to a cannon from the battle of Trafalgar, there is something for everyone. We ranged in age from 75 to 15 and everyone was happy. Lovely staff too.
2. Whitby Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,473 reviews
Reviewed By lawlieh - Rugby, United Kingdom
We were lucky enough to stumble across a Dracula play at the Abbey, amazingly talented actors and so very funny set in the best surroundings too !
3. Peasholm Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,954 reviews
Reviewed By rayeathealthy - Scarborough, United Kingdom
spend the day at peasholm park,feeding the ducks or squirrels ,riding the dragon boats around the lake or taking a walk along the many paths through wooded paths and watching the ducks along the stream way. Throw coins in the wishing well or play golf for any age On some days there is a naval battle. Fantastic to watch
4. Central Tramway Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 633 reviews
Central Tramway is Scarborough’s Victorian cliff railway on the historic South Bay. Opened in 1881 the company carries 500,000 passengers a year and is preserving the heritage of the site for future generations.
5. Whitby Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 364 reviews
Reviewed By Aboutthattravellife
A lovely walk along the pier with beautiful views all around and a good photography spot for taking photos of the Ruddy Turnstones!
6. Filey Bird Garden & Animal Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 565 reviews
Reviewed By buffetlegs2016 - Filey, United Kingdom
Hard to choose the best bit of the Animal Park and Gardens, but the meerkats must be somewhere near the top. This is a favourite with visitors who return year on year, but especially popular with local families. There is a children's play area, and a sensory garden; choose a picnic in one of the many cosy nooks or visit the cafe and gift shop on site. Plenty of free parking. This place is run with passion, and you can tel. Covid safe.
7. Scarborough Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 723 reviews
North Yorkshire's premier Entertainment & Conference venue. The Spa is home to the Scarborough Jazz Festival, The Scarborough Spa Orchestra & hosts entertainment all year round. Fancy some refreshments on Scarborough's South Bay? Then head to our Restaurant & Bar: Farrer's!
Reviewed By J6597GUstephenh - Ashbourne, United Kingdom
A magical small theatre within the Spa Complex hosted the show. The performances of all the cast.... Singers/Magician/Juggler and the Puppet show was polished and enthusiastic. The audience age group spanned under 10's to shall we say a more senior age! All were enthralled from start to finish. A great show. It is on until the 7th of September/
8. Scarborough North Bay Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 985 reviews
We are 100% wheelchair and pushchair friendly. Dogs are welcome at the North Bay Railway but must be kept on a short lead. North Bay Heritage Railway, Sky Trail & Historic Water Chute Scarborough is one of the towns top seaside destinations. As One of Scarborough’s top seaside attractions the North Bay Heritage Railway, Sky Trail and Historic Water Chute are a great family day out. The locomotives, scenery and history of the railway all add up to make it a fantastic day. Great way to travel to Scarborough Sea Life Centre with our regular public transport train service. The Scampi Shack takeaway offer Whitby Seafood as well as drinks and takeaway tea and coffee. Yorkshire's smallest pub the Boatman's Tavern serves real ale and is located next to the boating lake. At our Peasholm Station we have a well stocked gift shop perfect for picking up gifts and memorabilia. Please check website for seasonal opening dates and times.
9. Scarborough Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,131 reviews
BLUE BADGE PARKING ONLY IS AVAILABLE. OTHER PARKING PLEASE USE LOCAL PAY & DISPLAY. Head through the imposing gatehouse and step into 3,000 years of history. Explore the castle headland with one of our experienced guides for FREE or embark on your own journey through history with one of our audio tours and gain a fascinating insight into its past, from Iron Age settlements, to the Roman signal station and medieval chapel. The castle's heyday was in the 12th century when it was developed by Henry II and King John. This mighty castle has seen action in some of England's most defining battles. It was twice besieged by Parliamentarians in the Civil War, and has defended king and country from the Jacobites, Napoleon and the German Kaiser, when it came under bombardment during the First World War.
Reviewed By ArianneWolf - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
Scarborough Castle is steeped in history and the dominant landmark over this lovely seaside town. It is owned by English Heritage and so is free to members. I would advise that it is best visited on a lovely, bright blue sky day (any time of year though) to get the best ambience. The sun lighting up the stonework is awesome and we saw enjoyed it today on a lovely winter outing! You only need to spot the castle as you approach Scarborough to realise that there is a bit of a pull to get up there, but the paths are good. A lovely very unspoiled historical site with no gimmicks - bliss! There are picnic tables and light refreshments available. Dog friendly too. Whether local or a visitor do take a look. We love it.
10. Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 679 reviews
Winner of the 2013 VisitEngland Gold Award for Excellence! Visit the house where the James Cook came to serve his seaman's apprenticeship. The handsome 17th century house on the harbour belonged to Cook's master, the Quaker shipowner, John Walker. It was here in the attic that the family lodged thier apprentices when not at sea serving the London coal trade.The Museum's rich collection celebrates Cook's achievements and the work of those who sailed with him - sailors, scientists and artists.See letters in Cook's own hand, original paintings and drawings, ship models and maps, and strange objects from newly discovered lands.Special Exhibition for 2014 - 'Australian Encounters! Charting a Continent'. Cook and his successors completed the chart of the continentss coastline and marvelled at the strange new creatures they saw - 'unlike anything encountered before!'.
Reviewed By J3919TFstevew
well again a great fantastic museum which is Highlighting the famous Explorer and so much to read and see items of the explorer well worth the visit . It is a great museum we hand a wonderful time
