Alton Towers is one of the top tourist attractions in the UK, according to Boundless (Image: Getty Images)
An expert has revealed why and what it is that makes them so popular.
London Zoo has topped the list of the best family experiences in the UK according to parents, research by found.
This was followed closely by Edinburgh Zoo, eating chocolate at Cadbury World, visiting Legoland and riding rollercoasters at Alton Towers.
One in three say you can’t beat a trip to Sea Life, Blackpool, or a walk along the two-mile long Polkerris Beach in .
The research also found that 30% think there is nothing better than being spooked at London Dungeons, screaming at the top of your voice on the rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach and getting up close and personal with celebrities at Madame Tussauds in London.
According to research, Brits have listed Birmingham’s Cadbury World as one of the best days out (Image: Getty Images)
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Three quarters say a is one of the best things in life, with the same number admitting it’s something that both parents and children can cherish forever.
Despite this, over two thirds say they aren’t able to go on as many family day trips as they’d like, due to the cost of entry, high travel costs, finding somewhere that meets everyone’s criteria and booking the time off work, the research found.
According to the findings, the average budget for a day out is £207, but many actually end up spending £296 per trip including food, drinks and additional tickets.
Darren Milton, CMO at Boundless, said: “Our research highlights the incredible variety of family experiences the UK has to offer, from thrill-seeking adventures to educational days out.
“London Zoo and Edinburgh Zoo topped our list of the best things to experience in the UK.
“People clearly value the connection these moments create, whether it’s marvelling at animals together or riding rollercoasters. However, the findings also shed light on the many families face in trying to make these memories.”
Boundless describes itself as a “membership club for civil service and public sector workers who are looking for inspiration on getting the most out of their free time”.
London Zoo takes top spot for best tourist attraction in the UK, according to research by Boundless (Image: Getty Images)
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Boundless found the top 10 for families in the UK are:
1. Seeing the animals at ZSL – London Zoo 51%
2. A trip to Edinburgh Zoo to see the animals 42%
3. Eating chocolate at Cadbury World, Birmingham 38%
4. A trip to Legoland, Windsor 38%
5. Riding roller coasters at Alton Towers, Stoke on Trent 32%
6. Going to the Eden Project, Cornwall 31%
7. A trip to Sealife, Blackpool 31%
8. Eating pizza on Polkerris Beach, Cornwall 31%
9. Going to the London Dungeons 30%
10. Enjoying the rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach 30%