Asheville is our family’s “go to” for a weekend trip. It’s a fun, artsy town with great restaurants and what seems like a craft brewery on every block. Asheville is known as a great weekend getaway for couples, but it’s also worth visiting with the family. Between stops at family-friendly breweries and restaurants, your kids will find plenty of things to do whether exploring the city’s downtown or venturing out to nearby hiking trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Read moreHow To Visit Arlington National Cemetery During A Layover At Reagan National Airport In Washington, D.C.
One of the many different sections of graves found in Arlington National Cemetery
Reagan Airport has a metro stop which takes you to several popular tourist sites in just a few minutes. The closest of these is Arlington National Cemetery, one of my favorite places in DC to take kids. There is history and peaceful grounds to explore as well as a chance to teach the kids about honor and respect for our servicemen and women.
Read moreWhy We Love Theodore Roosevelt Island In Washington DC
The pedestrian bridge leading to the island in the middle of the Potomac River.
While Washington. DC is a fantastic family vacation destination, packed with museums and historical monuments, sometimes you need an activity that just lets the kids run a little and provides you with a little serenity. Enter Theodore Roosevelt Island, an urban forest dedicated to our conservationist 26th President. Take a walk in the woods just steps away from the National Mall and find my favorite off the beaten path memorial in DC.
Read moreMuseum Of East Tennessee History: From Davy Crockett to Dolly Parton
East Tennessee History Center in downtown Knoxville
Looking for a great museum to explore while you are in downtown Knoxville? Then look no further than the East Tennessee History Museum. From settlers to Civil Rights, plus a whole lot about the Civil War and country music, you will find lots of interactive and interesting things for kids and adults. Plus, it is free on Sunday so get your learning on!
Read moreBoston's Freedom Trail In Winter- What To See, What Is Closed, And What Is Still Awesome Even In The Cold
Sam Adams statue in front of Faneuil Hall, the heart of the Freedom Trail in downtown Boston
Boston has an abundance of tourist attractions but none combine history, fun, and family friendliness as well as the Freedom Trail. Covering 2.5 miles and 16 historic sites, the trail takes you through the heart of downtown Boston and some its most charming streets while also covering a lot of of America’s early history. The kids love the scavenger hunt feel and adults will love the ease and inexpensive nature. Take 2-3 days to really explore the whole trail or take one day and pick your favorite part. It is something you can come back to again and again over the years.
Read moreWhat To Do In Boston In January
Old surrounded by new- this is Boston in a nutshell. The Old State House dates from 1713 and the Boston Massacre took place just out front. It is one of many places you will see if you walk the Freedom Trail through downtown Boston.
Boston is a fantastic tourist destination for the whole family any time of year but visiting in winter has some impressive advantages (and a few disadvantages) over other times of year. The biggest advantage- having the biggest tourist attractions almost to yourself. And the weather isn’t that bad, just pull out your winter coats and scarves and go ahead and plan a fun family weekend in this wicked cool town!
Read moreExperience Southern Charm In The Upstate- A Weekend Getaway In Greenville With The Family
Downtown Greenville
Looking for someplace new to discover but only have a weekend to spend? Look no further than Greenville, South Carolina. Repeatedly making “best of” lists because of its amazing restaurant scene and the fantastic Swamp Rabbit Trail, your family will have a fabulous weekend of fun in this charming small city.
Read moreA Weekend Getaway to Louisville, Kentucky- It Is More Than Just Horse Racing, Baseball Bats, and Bourbon
The pretty and walkable streets of downtown Louisville outside the Louisville Slugger Museum and Kentucky Science Center.
You won’t have any trouble filling your weekend with fun in Louisville, whether you are here in winter or summer, rain or shine, or you have teenagers or toddlers. There is a plethora of activities, from hands-on museums to underground zip lines, and lots of tasty restaurants to try. But maybe the best thing about Louisville is its fairly compact size-- most attractions are within several blocks of each other, making your sight- seeing a breeze. Park the car for the weekend and enjoy yourself in this awesome city!
Read moreLooking For Educational And Fun Things To Do In Atlanta With Kids? Visit The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park
Outside the Visitor Center of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park
The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park was an excellent adventure, full of interesting immersive experiences, thought-provoking displays, and beautiful grounds for the kids to run a little bit. I would highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Atlanta with kids of any age, as there was something for everyone to enjoy.
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