Family Fun

Make a getaway as a family, whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures or indoor fun. See animals at zoos and farms, learn about the world around us at nature centers, explore history at museums and on excursion railroad lines that cater to young and old alike and embrace adventure with tubing and other family-friendly adventures.

Little Debbie Park in Collegedale, Tennessee (photo courtesy of Gametime, A Playcore Company)

Climb on Cosmic Brownies and play among other larger-than-life snacks at this whimsical park in Collegedale, Tennessee.

Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, Illinois (photo courtesy of Visit Hendricks County)

Explore marine life in Chicago, Illinois, at this 422,000-square-foot aquarium that is the third-largest attraction of its kind in the Western Hemisphere.

Oinking Acres Farm Rescue & Sanctuary in Brownsburg, Indiana (photo courtesy of Oinking Acres Farm Rescue & Sanctuary)

Play with potbellied pigs at this spot in Brownsburg, Indiana, where neglected animals have found a new life and love to interact with visitors. 

Child playing with giant chess set at Children's Museum Of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee (photo by Disciple Photo)

More than 30 interactive exhibits including an outdoor splash park await at this Memphis, Tennessee, museum dedicated to the art of learning through play. 

Fisher animal at the West Virginia Wildlife Center in French Creek, West Virginia (photo courtesy of West Virginia Wildlife Center)

Lean about the native fauna of the mountain state at this 330-acre French Creek, West Virginia, destination that is home to over 30 species of animal. 

Tables and science displays in laboratory at Moonshot Museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of Moonshot Museum)

Learn about space exploration in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where Astrobotics offer visitors a firsthand look at upcoming missions in the making.

Basketball throwing game at Kid's Planet in Brownsburg, Indiana (photo courtesy of Kid's Planet)

Bring the kids to Brownsburg, Indiana, where four floors of fun await. Children of all ages will love the slides, trampolines, arcade and more. 

People swimming in giant sprinkle pool at Museum Of Ice Cream in Chicago, Illinois (photo courtesy of Museum Of Ice Cream)

This attraction housed in Chicago, Illinois’ historic Tribune Tower offers 14 installations, including the chance to swim in a pool of giant sprinkles. 

Child looking at red panda at Potawatomi Zoo in South Bend, Indiana (photo courtesy of Potawatomi Zoo)

See the more than 400 animals that reside at this 23-acre nonprofit zoo in South Bend, Indiana, that offers opportunities for incredible up-close experiences.  

People standing on train platform next to red trolley car at Fox River Trolley Museum in South Elgin, Illinois (photo courtesy of Fox River Trolley Museum)

Go for train rides and explore a collection of antique rail cars at this South Elgin, Illinois, museum.