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Unique Museums, Trips or Experiences in the Michigan & Ohio
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Want to get next to a stealth jet without getting in trouble? This is your place! The Air Zoo is literally the best spot to find your favorite planes and learn about all sorts of air travel. Pssst...make sure to visit the Space section and head back ...
Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center
This is our families favorite zoo in Michigan! We especially love the Safari area that doubles as a walking trail in the thick woodland forests. Feed the giraffes and walk on the wild side at Skylark Ridge or take a ride on the Carousel. Pssst...brin...
Binder Park Zoo | Connect. Inspire. Conserve.
This is a stellar museum! Mainly good for older kids and adults as there are not a lot of interactive pieces here. This is an absolute crown jewel of Detriot! Make sure to make a midday stop at the café and sit for a coffee and snacks.
Detroit Institute of Arts
One of the most unique botanical gardens and nature conservancy spots in the area. Walk inside of the two botanical domes and visit the Bonsai garden too. The Skybridge is great for young and old alike! Then, take a car ride and stop at interesting g...
Hidden Lake Gardens
A great trip in every season! This was one of the most magical nature based day trips my family of four ever took! Walk through the pathways of the Children's garden, explore the sky walk and treehouse. Especially beautiful during spring bloom and mi...
Dow Gardens and the Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens
This is the best spot for winter fun! Hawk Island makes their own snow so the slopes are covered even when Mother Nature isn't fun. The best part? You don't have to walk up the hill! Its a simple ride to the top on the escalator. Perfect for little k...
Snow Tubing Hawk Island Park - Lansing, MI
Ohio
My family and I have been here four times and every single time we visit the place has evolved! From the first moments when you walk in until the last moments you leave its like traveling to another world. The art is huge, immersive, and interactive!...
Otherworld
Located in Toledo, near the Michigan and Ohio border. This is a great spot for a kids first art museum visit.
Toledo Museum of Art
This was our Spring Break trip in 2025 and my sons loved it! Hiking, climbing, exploring and all the rock skipping you can imagine. There are lots of vacation rentals available in the area, but we loved staying at the State Park Campgrounds. Pssst......
Hocking Hills State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources
This trip was great for everyone! One of the best things is you can choose to camp or book the hotel for your stay! Even dinner is right on site. Walk through all the village to meet artisans and the people that ran their communities. Glassblowing an...
Sauder Village
The best city zoo we've visited! We especially love the Aquarium here and its a must do every visit. This zoo is great for all ages! Choose to do as much or as little as you like. In the hot days of summer the splash pad is great! Pssst...if you live...
Toledo Zoo