If you're ever in Richmond, Virginia and need a fun and family-friendly outing, look no further! As a nanny of three young kids, I've gone on many fun excursions around the RVA area, and these are some of my favorites! Between indoor play spaces, out...
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Indoor Play
Outdoor Play
Amusement and Water Parks
Museums
Indoor Play
Visit one of RVA's many indoor play spaces! A perfect way to get some energy out on those rainy days.
Kids Empire offers an abundance of fun activities for kids! Adults can either join in the fun or grab a coffee and sit down to relax.
Kids Empire
Romp n' Roll is a fun gym for younger kids! They offer classes, free play, and parties.
Romp n’ Roll
This play space allows children to have fun while adults order a coffee and relax!
Sunshine Play Cafe
Sky Zone offers numerous trampolines, obstacle courses, and rock walls! Ideal for older kids.
Sky Zone
Edible Education offers easy cooking and baking classes for children!
Edible Education | Kitchen a la Cart
Outdoor Play
Here are some outdoor RVA activities for those spring and summer days! All of these places are child-friendly and fun for all ages.
Maymont farm offers a smaller zoo-like attraction.
Maymont Farm
A classic! The Metro Richmond Zoo offers many animal exhibits, including an exhibit with their newest member: Poppy the Pygmy Hippo!
Metro Richmond Zoo
Lewis Ginter is a GORGEOUS garden! My favorite thing to do is visit the butterfly garden.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
9-hole mini golf course for kids and adults alike!
Bogeys Sports Park
This is the newest RVA park and we are OBSESSED! There is SO much to do. It's a massive park and can entertain kids all day long.
Taylor Farm Park
This park is located in the heart of Richmond, and it's an inclusive and accessible park with supportive swings, sensory-friendly areas, etc.
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Amusement and Water Parks
These parks are perfect for an all-day outing!
Cobblestone is a smaller water park that offers slides, kiddie pools, and concessions.
Cobblestone Water Park
Kings Dominion offers fun rides for kids (and adults) of ALL ages! It's one of my favorite places in the RVA area.
Kings Dominion
Soak City is part of Kings Dominion, and it's the perfect place to visit for an all-day outing!
Soak City
Museums
The best museums in RVA for children of all ages!
Right now, the Science Museum has a super cool Lego exhibit for children and adults alike!
Science Museum of Virginia
We LOVE visiting the Children's Museum. There is so much to do! Pretend play areas, art, water activities, and so much more.
Children's Museum of Richmond
A fun museum with various types of trucks and tractors.
