Best Things To Do & Days Out In Dumfries

• Dumfries
• Outdoor
• Parks and Playgrounds

Castledykes Park, now known as the Dock Park since it underwent a massive regeneration in April 2014, is a great children's play area set within pict...

• Dumfries
• Indoor
• Cinemas and Theatres

Get the whole family together, grab a bucket of popcorn and strap in for a night out at the movies at ODEON Dumfries. With 1 giant screen of multimed...

• Dumfries
• Indoor
• Indoor and Soft Play Areas

Farmers Den is Nnew from the owners of Mabie Farm Park, this is a super country themed adventure play facility with great classic features in a brigh...

• Dumfries
• Indoor
• Ice Skating and Rollerskating

At Dumfries Ice Bowl the facilities here include the main Ice Pad (a whopping 56 x 29m) for Skating and Ice Hockey plus a 6 rink curling pad, so ther...

• Dumfries
• Indoor
• Museums and Art Galleries

The locally treasured Dumfries Museum tells the unique story of the land and people of Dumfries and Galloway, with points of interest including the f...

• Dumfries
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Children's Farms

A farmyard of fun whatever the weather is waiting for you at Dalscone Farm. Indoors your little monsters can roar around a multi-level adventure play...

• Dumfries
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Museums and Art Galleries

The restored Control Tower of the former WWII airfield at Dumfries, Scotland is the centrepiece of the Museum and is now a listed building. The Museu...

• Dumfries
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Children's Farms

Zoom down an astro slide and hop aboard the Choo Choo express at Mabie Farm Park. At a farm with animals and activities galore your family can go qua...

• Dumfries
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Museums and Art Galleries

Love literature? Follow in the footsteps of the National Bard Robert Burns and visit his countryside home - Ellisland. Explore the 18th century farmh...

• Lockerbie
• Indoor
• Zoos and Wildlife Parks

Come and visit Mossburn to learn all about the animals - the volunteer staff are always happy to give a guided tour! Mossburn rescues misused, abused...

• Dumfries
• Outdoor
• Castles and Palaces

With its moat, twin towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, Caerlaverock Castle is the epitome of the medieval stronghold. The castle's turbulent...

• Ae
• Outdoor
• Cycling

With Scotland's shortest village name, Ae is only 20 minutes from the M74 motorway in Dumfries and Galloway...But ride its trails and you will think...

• Dumfries
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Parks and Playgrounds

Fancy a Jurassic jaunt this weekend? Dino Park does exactly what is says on the tin, with dinosaurs aplenty and loads of prehistoric activities. Step...

• Dumfries
• Outdoor
• National Parks

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life for a day? Get the kids out for a wonderful nature experience at WWT Caerlaverock Wetland Centre...

• Lockerbie
• Indoor
• Ice Skating and Rollerskating

Lockerbie Ice Rink is a great venue for families who want activities that are fun, and that can also be competitive or simply a pleasurable way of ke...

• Dumfries
• Outdoor
• Beaches

Looking for a great sandy beach to bring the whole family to? Head down to Southerness beach, where not only will your little ones love it, but your...

• Dalbeattie
• Outdoor
• Cycling

7stanes Dalbeattie is defined by the granite in the area and with a broad range of mountain biking trails on offer you can look forward to a great ex...

• Thornhill
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Castles and Palaces

If you like delving deep into history, soaking up the finest culture, exploring beautiful countryside or adrenaline-fuelled mountain biking you'll lo...

• Castle Douglas
• Outdoor
• Tourist Attractions

The clear directions on the Castle Douglas self guided themed Treasure Trail, will lead you on an intriguing walk of discovery. The whole family, fro...

• Annan
• Outdoor
• Beaches

Looking for a relaxing day out by the seaside? Head down to Annan Beach in South Scotland, a great marsh and shingle beach that’s perfect for a seasi...