Family days out in Hampshire for under £50

A day out in Hampshire and across the Isle of Wight doesn’t need to break the bank. In fact, there are tons of £50 (or less) family days out to keep you and the kids occupied.

Whether it’s getting out into the great outdoors, or sheltering inside from the elements at indoor attractions – there is something to suit everyone. If you need an affordable family outing, then discover some fantastic days out for £50 and under below…

Our top attractions and family days out for under £50

The Spinnaker Tower stands at 170 meters tall, offering breath-taking views over Portsmouth Harbour, the Solent and Isle of Wight. The iconic structure has something for everyone; boasting a high-speed lift, thrilling glass floor, informative touch screen displays, two cafés and open-air Sky Garden. Get a family online saver ticket for £48.50 and under 3s go free! PLUS get a child goes free voucher with Hampshire’s Top Attractions!

Immerse your family in one of the most momentous events in history at The D-Day Story in Portsmouth! This must-see attraction is a thrilling journey told in three parts, starting with the colossal LCT 7074, the last surviving Landing Craft Tank, which you can climb aboard to see real tanks and learn its incredible story. This incredible, educational day out is a steal when booked online, with a family ticket (up to 2 adults, 3 children) costing just $\text{£}41.35$$and\; under\; 5s\; go\; free$!

Based at the heart of Southampton SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives and historic connections with Titanic and the sea. A family ticket (2 adults, 3 children) is an incredible $\text{£}\mathrm{44.00,}$family (1 adult, 3 children): £29.50 (even cheaper if you book online in advance!) and $c$hildren under 5: free. PLUS one child goes free with our voucher.

Butser Ancient Farm is an incredible family day out for under $\text{£}30$! Go time-travelling and explore authentic, reconstructed buildings from the Stone Age right through to the Saxons, all based on real UK archaeology. Expect hands-on fun, a free trail, and amazing living history. Family tickets (2 adults & 2 children) £41.50 and (1 adult, 2 children) start from $\text{£27}.00$ online.

Enjoy a great family day out at Manor Farm meeting friendly farm animals as you stroll around our traditional farmyard. There is always something new to see with baby animals and all our usual farmyard favourites. And, best of all, it’s just £45.00 for a family ticket and under 3’s go free!

For a budget-friendly day out, The Vyne is a top pick. A family ticket for two adults and three children is just £45.00, and National Trust members or under-fives explore for free! Keep costs low with free parking and a scenic lakeside picnic. Kids will love the natural play area and seasonal holiday trails, while adults can explore the ancient woodlands and Tudor history. It’s a fantastic value, fresh-air adventure for the whole family.

Visit the rare breeds farm, Staunton Farm within Staunton Country Park along with, ornamental glasshouses, beautiful gardens and 1,000 acres of country park to explore. There’s something for everyone to see and enjoy. Family admission to the farm for 2 adults & 2 children starts from $\text{£45}.00.$

Family days out for under £40

Explore the natural world at Gilbert White House & Gardens! Family tickets for this great interactive museum and garden are available the whole year for less than $\text{£}50$. A Family Season Ticket (which allows re-entry all year!) is $\text{£}39.50$!

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens is an outstanding 180-acre garden for all seasons including a 250m Centenary Border, Winter Garden, and more. The Gardens are a wonderful place to let your little ones play and explore. Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children without gift aid donation) is $\text{£}39.09$. Buy 1 adult ticket get one half price with our voucher.

Immerse your family in a glorious explosion of colour at Exbury Gardens, a spectacular 200-acre oasis. These world-famous Gardens are a beautiful setting for all ages to explore, offering woodland walks, stunning seasonal blooms, and the exciting Exbury Steam Railway (extra charge applies). It’s a bold choice for nature lovers and a great value day out, with family tickets available from just £39.90!

Get your adrenaline fix for less at Calshot Activities Centre! Located in a historic aircraft hangar, this centre offers flexible, budget-friendly activities, such as £30.00 family climbing sessions,  a brilliant option for an active family on a budget, get 10% off Action Adventure Experiences (Ringos, Aero Trek and Take Off) with our voucher too.

Step back into the world of Pride and Prejudice at Jane Austen’s House! This is one of the world’s most important literary sites, where Jane wrote or revised all six of her globally loved novels. Best of all, all tickets become a FREE Annual Pass, meaning a family of four can enjoy a year of literary history for just $\text{£39}.00\; (online)$$.$

Discover the elegance and stunning landscapes of Hinton Ampner, an elegant country house nestled in beautiful gardens with views stretching over the South Downs National Park! This National Trust property offers superb value for a grand day out. During the peak season, a family ticket is £45, while a single-adult family ticket is £27. During the off-peak season a family ticket (2 adults & 3 children) is just £40, and a single-adult family ticket is £24!

Experience an explosive, fun day out at Aldershot Military Museum, where a family ticket for up to five people is an absolute steal at £36.75! Housed in original barracks, you can explore military history through real vehicles, tanks, and interactive exhibits. The main highlight for little soldiers is the World War II-inspired assault course outside, perfect for burning off energy as they swing and climb!

Immerse yourself in over 1,000 years of history at Winchester Cathedral, one of the finest medieval cathedrals in Europe. It is an exceptionally budget-friendly choice for 2026, as your entry ticket automatically converts into an Annual Pass, allowing you to return for free as many times as you like for 12 months! Two adults and two children (12-16) can visit for £38.80 an children under 11 go free!

Family days out for under £30

Get ready for a brilliant day out Sky Park Farm, a working deer farm with a fantastic visitor attraction! You can get hands-on by feeding Red, Sika, Axis, and Fallow deer, before the kids tackle the expansive Adventure Playground with its hilltop fort, treetop walkways, and water station. Explore 70 acres of farmland with themed family trails. A family of four (two adults, two children) can adventure for a fantastic budget-friendly price of $\text{£3}0.00$!

Head to Tudor House & Garden to transport your family back 800 years in the heart of Southampton! Explore the restored timber-framed house, discover authentic relics, and escape to the tranquil, reconstructed Tudor Knot Garden. A family ticket (1 adult and up to 3 children) costs only $\text{£}22.00$, or a larger family ticket (2 adults, 3 children) for $\text{£32.00}$$\text{(even cheaper when booked online in advance!).}$

There’s plenty of space to run, jump and play around Mottisfont, and always something for families to do. Test your limits in Mottisfont’s Wild Play areas, explore the grounds with seasonal trails in school holidays, and enjoy a family-focused exhibition every summer. Their off-peak family tickets start from £22.50 and under 5’s go free!

Get ready for seaside adventures and thrill rides at Clarence Pier Southsea! Entry is completely FREE, pay only for the rides you want, or lock in massive savings by grabbing the Super Saver Bag of 60 tokens for just $\text{£}30$!

Escape to the secret woodland world of Furzey Gardens, an idyllic 10-acre oasis in the New Forest. Children will love exploring the ancient woodlands to find the 40+ hidden fairy doors, playing in the unique wooden play area, and spotting wildlife by the tranquil lake. Run by a charity, this beautiful garden is fantastic value, with a suggested family ticket donation (two adults, three children) of just £26.00 when booked online!

Experience the authentic sights, sounds, and smells of industrial history at The Brickworks Museum, the last steam-driven Victorian brickworks in the UK! This is an absolute hidden gem and a brilliant budget find, offering plenty of hands-on activities, free parking, and a nostalgic penny arcade (a small charge applies). On non-event days, a family ticket (two adults, three children) is an incredible £21.00!

Let the children run free at Hurst Castle on the beautiful Hampshire coast. Climb to the top of the Tudor keep and visit the dark basement. Castle entry for a family of five is from $\text{£30}.00$ (Note: A ferry fee applies if you don’t walk the spit).

Get ready for an epic, prehistoric adventure at Dinosaur Isle Museum on the Isle of Wight, one of Europe’s richest fossil sites! This immersive museum brings prehistory to life with reconstructed skeletons, animatronics, and interactive displays that use sound, light, and even smell. A family of four can explore the entire collection, meet the fossil experts, and even touch real 130-million-year-old fossils for just $\text{£20.00}$!

Step back in time at Eling Tide Mill Experience, one of the UK’s few working tide mills, offering centuries of history right on the river! You can see the restored machinery in action, discover how the tide powers the mill, and let kids get hands-on with quern stones and dress-up costumes. The mill, café, and scenic riverside walks combine for a beautiful, affordable day out: exploring the picturesque surroundings is FREE, and entry to the mill and visitor centre for a whole family (two adults and up to three children) is an absolute steal at just £19.00!

Free Days Out

The Royal Logistic Corps Museum: Explore over 300 years of thrilling military logistics history (part of Winchester’s Military Museums) where entry and parking are completely FREE! Kids can try to defuse a bomb or see dazzling artefacts like Napoleon’s Bread oven.

Have a fantastic free family day out at Fort Nelson. There’s ramparts and tunnels plus a fully restored Victorian fort to explore, over 350 big guns to discover and a daily gun firing to experience. Talks, tours and special events bring history to life.

Step back in time at Buckler’s Hard, the tranquil, historic shipbuilding village on the Beaulieu River that once constructed ships for Nelson’s fleet! This beautiful destination offers a unique and budget-friendly day out: exploring the picturesque village and its reconstructed cottages is FREE (only a parking charge applies).

Winchester’s Military Museums: A bold day out where children get FREE admission to all six museums! Even better, three of the museums (The Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum, The Adjutant General’s Corps Museum, and The Royal Logistic Corps Museum) are completely FREE for everyone. Explore over 300 years of history, see military vehicles, and enjoy family activities!

We hope you’ve found this list of £50 family days out useful and a great way to enjoy a budget and affordable outing.

All that’s left to do is explore one (or more) of these amazing attractions in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Check out our families days out for under £30 and our free days out blogs for more inspiration for cheap family days out.

Please see attraction website for current prices. Updated August 2026.