Things to do in NC with the whole family! I'm an NC native and have explored the whole state! We always plan our vacation days jam-packed, so we are well-versed in places to go with kids!
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Coastal
Piedmont/Triad
Triangle
Western
Coastal
all up and down the coast of NC
water slides, lazy river, go-karts, mini golf, laser tag
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
great way to spend a day on the beach! lots to do!
Carolina Beach Boardwalk | Top Hotels, Restaurants & Shops
really large complex
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
this aquarium is also really large, both are great options! whichever is closer to where you are!
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
combines a museum with a planetarium, beach ecology, and educational exhibits.
Museum of Coastal Carolina
great for camping and fishing!
Carolina Beach State Park: Home
another place for camping with lots of activities!
Carolina Beach Lake Park
hitting a lighthouse is a must!
7 Coastal Lighthouses to Explore in North Carolina
i basically grew up here and highly recommend. small town family vibes
Emerald Isle
Piedmont/Triad
Greensboro/Winston-Salem/High Point area
we buy season tickets every year, animals, aquarium, playgrounds, lakes, carousel, you couldnt ask for more really
Greensboro Science Center
great waterpark for all ages! we buy season tickets every year
Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park
there are so many cool little stations in this place
Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum
another awesome childrens museum with so much stuff to explore
Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum
carousel, mini train, pedal boats
High Point City Lake Park
great hike with waterfalls and awesome view at the top
Hanging Rock State Park
great spot to get some energy out
Kaleideum
Triangle
RDU area
a great kids museum in raleigh
Marbles Kids Museum
outdoor ropes course is so cool!
Museum of Life and Science
FREE!!! and huge!
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
we love going here if we are in the area
Pullen Park
biking, picnics, nature walks near the city
William B. Umstead State Park: Home | NC ...
we camp here multiple times a year
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area: Home | NC State Parks
always events, plus splash pads and playgrounds
Downtown Cary Park
Western
all in the mountains!
classic family theme park, our kids loved this place!
Tweetsie Railroad
wildlife habitats + Mile-High Bridge
Grandfather Mountain
the only way to get where you're going, even if it takes longer
Blue Ridge Parkway
waterfalls, easy hikes, swimming holes
Pisgah National Forest
a great childrens museum in western nc
Hands On! Children's Museum
iconic views, hayrides, apple cannons, playground, bakery
Sky Top Orchard
newer, beautiful setup, u-pick, hard cider (great for parents too)
Jeter Mountain Farm
great science museum!
Asheville Museum of Science
finally reopened after the hurricane! one of the best spots in NC!
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
wildlife conservation center, see native animals, learn about Appalachian ecosystems, and trails
WNC Nature Center
idc where you go, if you're in WNC go tubing!
French Broad Adventures
we love doing the train ride when we go to the mountians!
