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.

Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (photo courtesy of destination)

This family-friendly museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, shares the behind-the-scenes stories of America’s most notorious villains and artifacts such as a 1963 Harley-Davidson police motorcycle. 

Crayola Experience in Easton, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of destination)

The attractions at this Easton, Pennsylvania spot celebrating the famous crayon brand encourages visitors to engage in art, critical thinking, exercise and technology.

Rock Hall & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio (photo by Lacey Criswell)

Listen to tunes, see wardrobe and guitars from the greats and commune with the all-time greats in Cleveland, Ohio

Strasburg Rail Road in Strasburg, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of destination)

As the nation’s oldest continuously operating railroad, this Strasburg, Pennsylvania, destination offers excursions in restored Victorian- and Edwardian-style coaches. 

Sky High Adventure Park in Ellicottville, New York (photo courtesy of destination)

Holiday Valley’s most popular summer attraction brings travelers’ love for nature to new heights in Ellicottville, New York.

Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum in Jamestown, New York (photo by Dan Cappellazzo)

The famous comedic actress’ hometown of Jamestown, New York, opened this museum dedicated to her and husband Desi Arnaz in 1996.

360 Chicago Observation Deck (photo by Nick Ulvieri)

Rising more than 1,000 feet over the Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, this spot provides panoramic vistas of skyscrapers, streets and vast blue of Lake Michigan. 

Seven Springs Resort in Champion, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of destination)

This resort in Champion, Pennsylvania, is home to the largest snow-tubing park in the Laurel Highlands region, with 11 snow-tubing lanes.

Pumpkinferno in Morrisburg, Ontario (photo by Jeff Speed)

This sprawling outdoor art exhibition in Morrisburg, Ontario, features awe-inspiring displays carved from more than 7,000 pumpkins. 

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (photo by Michelle Peters)

This Peninsula, Ohio, excursion train travels through the heart of the 33,000-acre Cuyahoga Valley National Park.