50 Great Places to take your Kids within 50 Miles

developed by the
Upper Moreland Free Public Library

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Briar Bush Nature Center

12 acre park with bird observatory & preschoolers' discovery den.
1212 Edge Hill Rd, Abington

215-887-6603
www.briarbush.org

Delaware Valley Historical Aircraft Association

Aircraft museum and historic aircraft.
1155 Easton Road, Horsham

215-672-2277
www.dvhaa.org

Elmwood Park Zoo

Small zoo.

Ideal for young children.
1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown

610-277-3825
www.elmwoodparkzoo.org

Four Mills Nature Preserve

Trails on 51 acres, museum with child-oriented nature displays.
12 Morris Rd, Ambler

215-646-8866
http://tinyurl.com/c2y7ul

Freddy Hill Farms

Featuring miniature golf, a driving range, batting cages,

a farm zoo, homemade ice cream and fresh milk.
1440 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale

215-855-1205
www.freddyhill.com

Glencairn Museum

Educates visitors about the history of religion

using art & artifacts from a variety of cultures & time periods.
1001 Cathedral Rd, Bryn Athyn

267-502-2993
www.glencairnmuseum.org

Graeme Park

A colonial governor's residence.
859 County Line Rd, Horsham

215-343-0965
www.ushistory.org/graeme

Green Lane Park & Nature Center

Workshops, nature studies, hiking.
Rte 63 & Rte 29, Green Lane

215-234-4528
http://tinyurl.com/db587t

Hope Lodge & Mather Mill

In 1777 Washington's troops camped here after battle of Germantown.

House was Surgeon-General's Headquarters.

Mather Mill is a 200 year-old grist mill.
553 South Bethlehem Pike, Fort Washington

215-646-1595
www.ushistory.org/hope

Pennypack Farm

Learn about sustainable local food systems.
685 Mann Road, Horsham

215-646-3943
www.pennypackfarm.org

Upper Moreland Free Public Library

Providing access to diverse information, life-long learning,

and cultural enrichment.
109 Park Ave, Willow Grove

215-659-0741
www.uppermorelandlibrary.org

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Visit the historic Revolutionary War site.

More than 3,600 acres of rolling hills and well-worn trails.
1400 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia

610-783-1077
www.nps.gov/vafo

BUCKS COUNTY

Bucks County River Country

(Please check website or call for directions.)

Rafting, canoeing, kayaking & tubing outings on the Delaware River.
2 Walters Lane, Point Pleasant

215-297-5000
www.rivercountry.net

Carousel Village at Indian Walk

Enjoy a ride on antique 1890 carousel or 1/3 scale locomotive.
591 Rte 413, Wrightstown

215-598-0707
www.carouselvillage.com

Central Park

Park featuring Kids' Castle, an eight story wooden playground.
425 Wells Road, Doylestown

215-348-9915
http://tinyurl.com/cxdvja

Fonthill Museum

Henry Mercer's home - laden with treasures

from his travels plus his world famous tiles.
E. Court St & Rte 313, Doylestown

215-348-9461
www.mercermuseum.org

Giggleberry Fair Giggleberry Mountain, Discovery Land

and lots more at Peddler’s Village.
Rte 202 & Rte 263, New Hope

215-794-4000
http://tinyurl.com/cp2geg

Historic Fallsington

300 year-old village recreating early Quaker community.
4 Yardley Ave, Fallsington

215-295-6567
www.historicfallsington.org

James A. Michener Art Museum

Home to a world-class collection of

Pennsylvania Impressionism.
138 South Pine Street, Doylestown

215-340.9800
www.michenermuseum.org

Mercer Museum

Displays of furnishings, folk art & implements of Early America.
84 S. Pine St, Doylestown

215-345-0210
www.mercermuseum.org

New Hope & Ivyland Railroad

Authentic operating museum.
32 W. Bridge St, New Hope

215-862-2332
www.newhoperailroad.com

Peace Valley Park

Walk the beautiful shores of Lake Galena

or visit the Nature Center.
230 Creek Rd, New Britain

215-822-8608
http://tinyurl.com/djz87w

Ralph Stover State Park

45-acre park offering rock climbing, picnicking and fishing.
Stover Park Rd & State Park Rd, Pipersville

610-982-5560
http://tinyurl.com/cyxf49

Sesame Place

Experience Sesame Street together through

whirling rides, water slides, colorful shows & furry friends.
100 Sesame Rd, Langhorne

215-752-7070
www.sesameplace.com

Tyler State Park

1,711 acres of park roads, trails, and facilities along Neshaminy Creek.
101 Swamp Rd, Newtown

215-968-2021
http://tinyurl.com/dhftr4

Washington Crossing Historic Park

Picturesque setting with 13 historic buildings.
1112 River Road, Washington's Crossing

215-493-4076
http://tinyurl.com/dm5cwl

CHESTER COUNTY / WEST CHESTER

American Helicopter Museum/Education Center

Currently displays over 35 civilian and military

helicopters, autogiros and convertiplanes.
1220 American Blvd, West Chester

610-436-9600
www.helicoptermuseum.org

Brandywine River Museum

American art in a 19th century gristmill,

including paintings by 3 generations of Wyeths.
Rte 1 & 100, Chadds Ford

610-388-2700
www.brandywinemuseum.org

Springton Manor Farm

300 acre demonstration farm, animals and nature trail.
860 Springton Rd, Glenmoore

610-942-2450
http://tinyurl.com/c97bua

DELAWARE COUNTY

Brandywine Battlefield

Historic Site Encompasses 650 acres of

horticultural collections, rare plant specimens, ancient trees,

historic buildings, and extensive hiking trails.
1491 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford

610-459-3342
www.ushistory.org/brandywine

Longwood Gardens

1,050 acres of woodlands, gardens, conservatories, and fountains open year-round.
1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square

610-388-1000
www.longwoodgardens.com

Tyler Arboretum

A place where history, horticulture, and natural habitats come together.
515 Painter Rd, Media

610-566-9134
www.tylerarboretum.org

LEHIGH COUNTY

Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom

Features world-class roller coasters and 22 twisting water slides.
3830 Dorney Park Rd, Allentown

610-395-3724
www.dorneypark.com

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY

Crayola Factory

Color, draw, paint and create with the latest Crayola products.
30 Centre Square, Easton

610-515-8000
www.crayola.com/Factory

PHILADELPHIA

Academy of Natural Sciences

Dinosaurs, animal dioramas & children's hands-on museum.
19th St & Ben Franklin Parkway

215-299-1000
www.ansp.org

African American Museum in Philadelphia

Houses and interprets the life and work of African Americans.
701 Arch Street

215-574-0380
www.aampmuseum.org

Elfreth's Alley

Museum Considered oldest continuously occupied street in America.
126 Elfreth's Alley (on 2nd St between Race and Arch)

215-574-0560
www.elfrethsalley.org

Fireman's Hall

Firefighting equipment from 1730 to present.
147 N. 2nd St

215-923-1438
www.firemanshallstore.com

Fort Mifflin

Historic site of 1777 Battle.

Tour features weapons and uniforms.
Fort Mifflin Rd & Hog Island Rd

215-685-4167
www.fortmifflin.com

Franklin Institute Science Museum and Fels Planetarium

Multi-faceted hands-on Science Museum & Tuttleman IMAX Theater.
222 North 20th St

215-448-1200
www2.fi.edu

Franklin Square

History comes alive with mini-golf, a carousel, storytelling and more!
200 N 6th St

215-629-4026
http://tinyurl.com/ajbflt

Independence Seaport Museum

Interactive exhibits demonstrate early times. Also visit Naval Flagships.
Penn's Landing

215-413-8655
www.phillyseaport.org

Mummers Museum

History of the parades, from costumes to instruments.
1100 South 2nd St

215-336-3050
www.mummersmuseum.com

National Museum of American Jewish History

Exhibits featuring artifacts, documents and photographs.
55 N. 5th St

215-923-3811
www.nmajh.org

Philadelphia Zoo

Special features include children’s zoo, Big Cat Falls, and Primate Reserve.
3400 W. Girard Ave

215-243-1100
www.philadelphiazoo.org

Please Touch Museum

Unique, fun-filled environment for young children.
4231 Avenue of the Republic; Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park

215-581-3181
www.pleasetouchmuseum.org

NEW JERSEY

Adventure Aquarium

See sharks, seals, stingrays & other sea creatures. Ferry from Penn's Landing.
1 Aquarium Dr, Camden

856-365-3300
www.adventureaquarium.com

Battleship New Jersey

Learn what life was like for a battleship sailor.
100 Clinton Street, Camden

866-877-6262
www.battleshipnewjersey.org

Cowtown Rodeo

Cowtown is the oldest weekly running rodeo in the U.S.
780 Route #40, Pilesgrove

856-769-3200
www.cowtownrodeo.com

Howell Living History Farm

Workhorse rides, etc.
70 Wooden's Ln, Lambertville

609-737-3299
www.howellfarm.com