Family days out in Surrey can be as hectic or as gentle as you like and, with its close proximity to London, it is fantastic for family days out.

Great days out in Surrey take in creatures great and small - with a trip to Birdworld, Bocketts Farm or Painshill Park and some you can’t see with the ghost tours of Guildford!  Brooklands Museum, birthplace of the British motorsport and aviation industry, or Mercedes Benz-World is great for fans of all forms of motor transport, while the Rural Life Centre takes you and your family back in time.For something more active (ice-skating, swimming or bowling) try Guildford Spectrum.

Excellent value options in Surrey include the free Woking Story at The Lightbox and local museums in Guildford, Haslemere, Godalming, Farnham, Leatherhead, Elmbridge or walking trails from the Tourism Information Centre in Guildford. Mercedes Benz World too is free to visit, often with free talks during school holiday periods. In fact many events are free in Surrey; have a look at our events search.

Surrey inspired Lewis Carroll and H.G.Wells to write some of the best loved childrens' tales of all time. Come and discover what encouraged their work in Guildford and Woking.

Look at our itinerary ideas for the perfect family day out