Go-to family-friendly spots in Eastern Virginia for weekends, playdates, and low-stress fun. 🫶🏼
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Such a fun little day trip with kids! Stop by the aquarium, grab a bite to eat, and head to the beach for a fun filled day!
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
This was easily our favorite spot in Eastern Virginia. A TRUE petting zoo and amazing experience! They have year round events, and it is seriously SO FUN! An energy burner too, that’s for sure
Hunt Club Farm
We didn’t discover this until our last summer here… but pro tip: they have a children’s garden with multiple amazing splash pads (the area is seriously lacking in splash pads) so, if you’re moving to the area or a SAHM that would visit very frequentl...
Norfolk Botanical Garden
So much to do here! A petting zoo, a play area (very fun one at that), and so much more. They have seasonal events and concerts, as well as a cute little market. 10/10 recommend checking this out and staying up to date on upcoming events!
Historic Greenbrier Farms
We came here with our one year old at the time to paint pottery and had an absolute blast! So many options and the worker was so helpful as well.
Color Me Mine Norfolk - Virginia • Paint Your Own Pottery Studio
This is always a hit for little ones!
Children's Museum of Virginia
One of the places that I miss most about VA 🫶🏼 family friend winery with the best appetizers and wine!
Summerwind Vineyard
If you are in the area… this is a must visit! We planned some time around the Thanksgiving holiday to go here and took the ferry, it wasn’t too packed and we had a wonderful time! So much history.
Colonial Williamsburg
Of course a trip to the beach is a must! So much to do nearby- shopping, food, and ice cream!
Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk
A trip over to chincoteague to see the wild ponies and beaches is always a good time!
Chincoteague
We were a frequent of Busch Gardens Williamsburg during our time in VA and LOVED it! They have so many fun themes surrounding all of the holidays, but there is nothing like Christmas in Busch Gardens!
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
This one is a must see in Williamsburg! Take the ferry over to Jamestown and experience all of the history.
Jamestown Settlement
If you’re looking to kill some time, the zoo in Norfolk is always a good choice! I will say, for a full zoo day… Richmond zoo is the better choice however we went to the Norfolk zoo quite a few times and it serves its purpose!
