Finding fun places to take your kids in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia
Lucy the Elephant is a U.S. National Historic Landmark along the beach in Margate City, New Jersey. Guided tours of the inside of Lucy, plus an opportunity to go to the top of Lucy, are available for a fee. Though, there is no charge to visit Lucy from the outside and visit the gift shop. […]
September Farms Cheese Shop is located along Route 322, at 5287 Horseshoe Pike in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania. Honey Brook is between Lancaster to the West and Philadelphia to the East. It’s also south of Reading. September Farm Cheese Shop may focus on cheese, but it is not the only food they sell. They offer a […]
Treehouse World is located at 1442 Phoenixville Pike in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It’s situated west of Philadelphia, between Downingtown and King of Prussia. It’s easy to access from Route 30. Tickets are available for purchase online, and it is recommended that they are purchased in advance of your visit. There are ticket options for guests […]
Cupboard Maker Books is located at 157 North Enola Road, which is just south of I-81 along the Susquehanna River. The bookstore is north of Camp Hill, and a less than ten minute drive from Adams-Ricci Park. There are two doors as an entrance to the bookstore. This helps prevent cats from wondering outside. Be […]
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania is a small town southeast of Harrisburg. It’s located between Lancaster and Harrisburg along Interstate 283. Elizabethtown’s downtown area has added some fun new shops and eateries during the past few years. There’s also cute playgrounds in the area, so check out the list below! Bookshelf Shenanigans Bookshelf Shenanigans is a bookstore located […]
Edelman Fossil Park & Museum is located at 66 Million Mosasaur Way in Mantua, New Jersey. The museum is located a bit south of Philadelphia, in southern New Jersey. Edelman Fossil Park & Museum features a large building with dinosaur and climate-related exhibits, as well as a playground and quarry area for digging. Timed tickets […]
Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty was created in 1998 after a lot of experimentation to make a unique putty product. While Crazy Aaron’s products are available in retail stores, Crazy Aaron’s flagship retail store is located at 700 East Main Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Norristown is northwest of Philadelphia, and close to King of Prussia. Be […]
Elm’s Beach Park is located in Lexington Park, Maryland, which is close to the historic St. Mary’s City in southern Maryland. The park charges a fee to enter on weekends and holidays during the summer, starting in May. On summer weekdays and out of season, there is not a fee. Current fees, park information, and […]
State College, Pennsylvania is home to Penn State University. Whether you’re visiting a student, just exploring the area, or a local finding fun things to do, check out this list of kid-friendly adventures in and near State College. Visit the Nittany Lion Shrine A popular attraction any time of the year, the Nittany Lion statue […]
Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach is located at 130 Lakeside Drive. The town of Mt. Gretna is known for its scenic views and small town charm. It’s a great addition to your vacation in Hershey, as it’s only about 20 minutes from the town famous for chocolate. Mt. Gretna Lake and Beach is one of […]