Family Day Trips

Summer Day Trips Out

To help you make the most of the nNetwork Family Daytripper we thought we would highlight some of the attractions in the region that you can get to with the ticket for a great family fun day out!

      Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

• Why kids love it: Over 200 hands‑on exhibits, including steam engines, vintage trams, a Spitfire, MiniBrum play city, a 4K planetarium, and outdoor science garden.
• Getting there: Birmingham New Street followed by either a short walk or tram journey. We offer discounted entry on public transport to Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum specifically, more details here.
  
  National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham

• Highlights: 360° ocean tunnel, penguins, otters, rays, turtles, colourful jellyfish and clownfish 
• Getting there: Walk easily from Birmingham New Street after train or tram; discounted public-transport entry.
  
  Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park & Cannon Hill Park

• Family fun: See red pandas, lemurs, lynx, snakes - and then enjoy paddle boats, mini golf, woodland play, and cafes.
• Getting there: New Street Station as a start point and then a bus to Cannon Hill Park, roughly a couple of stops to zoo by bus.
  
  Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

• What’s on: Great historic and art collections; easy city‑centre visit from multiple bus routes.
• Getting there: Easy city‑centre visit from multiple bus routes.
  
  Black Country Living Museum, Dudley

• Step back in time: Be amazed by costumed Victorian streets, mine tours, vintage trams and sweet shops - plus interactive demonstrations 
• Getting there: Take a train to Tipton or get the bus you're covered on both modes (within zones 1-5) with the nNetwork family ticket on buses/regional train journeys.
  
  Transport Museum Wythall

• Transport lovers’ dream: Historic buses/coaches, battery-electric milk floats, plus rides on miniature steam railway.
• Getting there: Bus from South Birmingham with TfWM nNetwork Family Daytripper Ticker - great for a quieter day out.
  
  Lickey Hills Country Park

• Enjoy the outdoors: Free-access woodlands with scenic walks, playgrounds, nature trails and spectacular views over Birmingham.
• Getting there: Bus ride from the suburbs brings you into the park with no entry fee - perfect budget-friendly day out.
  
  Adventure Street (West Bromwich)

• Mini role-play village: Ideal for younger children, lots of interactive play.
• Getting there: Tram to West Bromwich Central and short walk or bus.
  
  Inflata Nation Birmingham (Stechford)

• Bouncy indoor fun: Giant inflatables, obstacle courses, and toddler sessions.
• Getting there: Train to Stechford Station within nNetwork train zones and walk.
  
  Sandwell Valley Country Park

• Nature trails and moments of joy: playgrounds, Swan Pool lake, and Forge Mill Farm (petting zoo and tractor rides).
• Getting there: Tram to West Bromwich Central and bus/walk.
  
  Walsall Arboretum

• Outdoor wonders: Lake, play areas, splash pad, bike trails and regular family events.
• Getting there: Train or bus to Walsall town centre.

 Resorts World Birmingham

• Diverse options for all the family: Outlet shopping, cinema, bowling, arcade, restaurants.
• Getting there: Train to Birmingham International within nNetwork zones if using West Midlands Railway lines.

Touchwood Solihull

• Non-stop shopping fun: Shopping centre with family-friendly dining and cinema.
• Getting there: Train to Solihull Station or buses from across the region within nNetwork zones.

 Bullring & Grand Central, Birmingham

• Big brand shopping: Selfridges, Lego Store, cafes, street performers and more.
• Getting there: Direct tram and train access to Birmingham New Street.

 Merry Hill (Dudley)

• Store selection and amusements: Huge shopping and dining complex with funfair-style rides outside during school holidays.
• Getting there: Bus from Dudley, Wolverhampton, Stourbridge or Brierley Hill.

 Tips for a Great Trip

• One nNetwork Family Daytripper Ticket covers *unlimited rides across buses, trams, and local trains on your day out for just £15 for the whole family.
• Look out for attraction discounts when you show your public transport ticket - especially at Thinktank Museum.
• Use the TfWM Journey Planner to map seamless routes to all destinations.
• *Please check terms and conditions for the ticket before purchasing and using as they do apply.