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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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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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
Brandywine Zoo is located in beautiful Brandywine Park in Wilmington, Delaware. The Zoo grounds cover 13 landscaped acres and hosts...read more
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| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1001 North Park Drive, Wilmington, DE, 19802
- (302) 571-7747
- http://www.brandywinezoo.org
At Elmwood Park Zoo children can experience the life of an animal first-hand; whether tunneling underground like a prairie dog or viewing...read more
| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1661 Hardin Blvd., Norristown, PA, 19401
- (610) 277-3825
- http://www.elmwoodparkzoo.org
Philadelphia KOA is a camp ground that offers fishing, canoeing, swimming and mini golf.read more
| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1659 Embreeville Road, Coatesville, PA, 19320
- (610) 486-0447
- http://www.philadelphiakoa.com
At Philadelphia's Magic Gardens artist Isaiah Zagar has taken a South Street storefront and empty lot and turned it into a studio and...read more
| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
- (215) 733-0390
- http://www.philadelphiasmagicgardens.org
Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength...read more
- Schuylkill River Trail at the 25th/Locust Street entrance., Philadelphia, PA, 19103
- http://www.strollerstrides.com/
Adventure Acquarium has lots to offer. The main exhibits are indoors but there is an outdoor aquatic zoo featuring Penguin Island,...read more
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| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, 08103
- (856) 365-3300
- http://www.adventureaquarium.com
Freddy Hill Farm has 2 beautiful miniature golf courses, a scenic driving range, batting cages, a farm zoo, delicious homemade ice...read more
| Cost: | Free |
- 1440 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, pa, 19446
- (215) 855-1205
- http://www.freddyhill.com
Ride the Ducks is Philadelphia’s sightseeing tour that travels on land and water in one amazing vehicle. Tour historic Philadelphia...read more
| Cost: | $$$$ |
- 601 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
- (877) 887-8225
- http://www.phillyducks.com
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/
