Finding fun places to take your kids in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia
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 […]
Fort Smallwood Park is located at 9500 Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena, Maryland. The park is approximately 90 acres and sits at the tip of a peninsula. The body of water around the park is where the Patapsco River and Rock Creek meet with the Chesapeake Bay. There is an entrance fee for this park. […]
Gallery Grow is located at 320 North Queen Street in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The gallery was formerly located on North Prince Street, but relocated to a bigger space in April 2025. Upon walking into the building, there is a curated selection of houseplants, pottery and other types of decor for the home. At the back […]
Hayloft Ice Cream is located at 95 South Groffdale Road in Leola, Pennsylvania. Leola is located right outside of Lancaster, a city filled with kid-friendly attractions. The Hayloft is known for their ice cream and soft pretzels, but they also have many other hot food options available. Inside the Hayloft building, you can order food […]
Otherworld is an immersive art walk-through experience located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The address is 2500 Grant Ave #1, Philadelphia, PA, which is located in the northeast outskirts of the city. Free parking is available in front of the building. Otherworld ticket options include timed tickets or flexible entry. As usual, it’s best to reserve tickets […]