Outdoor Fun
Ahhh, there's nothing like the great outdoors. Get out there and meet some friends at a neighborhood playground, hike along a nature trail, visit some animals, or cool off at water park. Whether you are looking for an all-day adventure or a 30-minute activity, we have you covered (and if we don't have it all, please add here). So search by age, location, and/ or price or browse the hundreds of choices. Don't forget to Join Now to read and write reviews and join in the discussion! And most importantly, get out there and have some fun! (The cost rating is based on admission for one adult and one child.)
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Sesame Place is the nation’s only theme park based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street. Ideal for families with young...read more
Franklin Square is one of Philadelphia’s five original squares! Kids love the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carouse and Philadelphia-themed...read more
As one of the oldest arboreta in the northeastern United States, Tyler Arboretum offers a place for families to connect to nature....read more
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Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse is a non-profit organization located in East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA. Founded over 100...read more
- 33rd and Oxford Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19121
- (215) 765-4325
- info@smithkidsplayplace.org
- http://www.smithkidsplayplace.org
The Philadelphia Zoo’s 42-acre Victorian garden is home to more than 1,300 animals, many of them rare and endangered. The Zoo, fulfilling...read more
- 3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
- (215) 243-1100
- http://www.philadelphiazoo.org
Linvilla Orchards is a pick your own fruit and vegetables. Stay for festivals where kids can enjoy music, face painting and characters....read more
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| Cost: | Free |
- 137 W Knowlton Rd, Media, PA, 19063
- (610) 876-7116
- http://www.linvilla.com
Sesame Place is the nation’s only theme park based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street. Ideal for families with young...read more
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| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA, 19047
- (215) 752-7070
- http://www.sesameplace.com
Morris Arboretum is 92 acres and includes paths, streams, and special garden areas. It also has classes, workshops and conferences....read more
- 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19118
- (215) 247-5777
- http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/
Franklin Square is one of Philadelphia’s five original squares! Kids love the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carouse and Philadelphia-themed...read more
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| Cost: | Free |
- 200 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
- http://historicphiladelphia.org/day/franklin-square/
Adventure Acquarium has lots to offer. The main exhibits are indoors but there is an outdoor aquatic zoo featuring Penguin Island,...read more
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| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, 08103
- (856) 365-3300
- http://www.adventureaquarium.com
At Elmwood Park Zoo children can experience the life of an animal first-hand; whether tunneling underground like a prairie dog or viewing...read more
| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1661 Hardin Blvd., Norristown, PA, 19401
- (610) 277-3825
- http://www.elmwoodparkzoo.org
Longwood Gardends is a beautiful garden that has workshops, daily visitor classes, school and youth programs, and professional gardener...read more
| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square, , PA, 19348
- (610) 388-1000
- http://www.longwoodgardens.org
As one of the oldest arboreta in the northeastern United States, Tyler Arboretum offers a place for families to connect to nature....read more
- 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063
- (610) 566-9134
- http://www.tylerarboretum.org
