The Morris Arboretum is a lovely place to visit. It has walking paths, beautiful gardens, exciting places to explore and some great historical elements. Their "Out on a Limb" exhibit is not something you will want to miss! They have an onsite cafe if you get hungry or you can explore their many paths to find some hidden passageways!
The Adventure Aquarium is an exciting place to have some close encounters with exciting undersea creatures. The exhibits that you can find here are amazing (especially their wall of water and Shark Bridge!). See some hippos slumbering in their home, or pet some rays as they swiftly pass by you!
The Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum is a great place to learn more about aircraft and the history behind it. Get up close to some awesome aircraft and learn about how they have been used in the past!
Got a lot of energy? Come to Altitude Trampoline Park and burn it off, while having a blast! Fully equipped with trampolines, dodge ball courts, trapeze swing, basketball courts and dueling zones, you don't want to miss this place.
Similar to Altitude, SkyZone is a great place to burn off some energy and have fun at the same time. SkyZone even has some virtual reality elements and a rock climbing wall!
Who doesn't love animals?! The Elmwood Park Zoo is a great place to go explore some amazing animals without having to drive very far. They also have a large playground area in the middle of the zoo, some newer exhibits, and an opportunity to feed some of the animals, making it a very exciting place!
We couldn't make this list without mentioning the Philly Zoo! Adding new attractions and exhibits all the time, this is a "have to see" place. The animals are literally walking around the zoo with you! Don't forget to keep an eye out for the locals; peacocks and geese roam freely throughout the zoo, which can be very exciting when they pass right by you. Another exciting aspect is their petting farm, and free range chicken area. Just don't ask what they do with some of their chicks when they hatch.....don't say we didn't warn you!
Ever felt like museums are so challenging to take your kids to because everything is so tempting to touch?! Well worry no more! The Please Touch Museum is true to its name, it is a place that kids can go to explore. They can touch and play with the exhibits, making it a completely interactive experience for those visiting.
This easy to miss arcade is full of retro games that kids (and adults) of all ages can enjoy. With it's "pay per 15 minute block" style, you can enjoy playing as many games as you want within the time you have chosen.
In the mold of a family fun center, Giggleberry Fair is a place to enjoy a variety of different things. They have an indoor play area, arcade/game area, carousel and a discovery center (age restricted). Plan a day or plan a party!
Want the excitement of a water park, but the warmth of the indoors? Welcome to Sahara Sams! Here you can enjoy all the adventure of a fully equipped water park, but everything is nice and warm! And if you want to enjoy the outside as well, no worries, they have an outdoor area as well!
Want to spend all day building amazing creations while being a virtual reality ninja, climbing pirate ships and watching the daily musings of a colossal Lego city?! Well look no further than the Lego Land Discovery Center in Plymouth Meeting! Oh, and don't forget to get on board to save the world from an alien attack!
Feeling nostalgic? Want your kids to enjoy time at some of your old stomping grounds? Chuck-E-Cheese is still hanging around, just as fun as you remember. Play some games with your kids and see what prizes you can win!
Come to the famous Franklin Institute and be amazed by all the science concepts that you can explore. Here you can touch and experience these concepts through hands on exploration. Don't just read about science, DO science at The Franklin Institute!
Want to go to "where the air is sweet"? Come meet all your favorite Sesame Street pals while enjoying some fun rides and attractions along the way. Don't forget your towel though, because at Sesame Street they have water by the bucket loads at their splash park area!
Located in an industrial park in Norristown, this gem of an indoor playground is every parents dream. Here you can let your children run free and enjoy an endless amount of games, bouncy houses, riding toys and a variety of other things to play with. Bathrooms are inside, and at certain times of the day snack is provided!
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This is another wonderful indoor playground that you can enjoy with your kids. Ever wondered if you could just hang out all day trying out all the play sets for sale on the show room floor? Well here you can! Enjoy playing on all the play sets, swings and trampolines to your heart's content.
Predominantly for the winter months, this ski lodge is not just for skiing. Come enjoy skating, skiing and snowboarding. They also have Halloween attractions in the fall!
Come to pick your own fruit or flowers or find something special at there delightful market. This is a fun place to enjoy some outdoor family time or just get some delicious farm fresh products.
A great place for a whole host of fun outdoor activities depending on the time of year. Fall has a host of activities that center around harvest and pumpkins, while spring and summer have opportunities to spend time with their animals and delight in their fresh ice cream. They also have a wonderful store with some delicious treats.
