Places to visit in your hometown can be exciting and new to you! Summertime is when parents are looking for adventures to keep their kids entertained. But maybe you’re trying not to drive very far. You’ll be able to find ample outings right in your own city. Think outside the box, because practically anything can be a new, exciting experience for kids. Try looking in your own city for these types of fun:

1. The Zoo, An Animal Collection, Butterfly Garden, Bugs & Snakes, Lake Ducks

2. Splash Park, Splash Pad, Fountains, Water Features

3. City or Neighborhood Pools

4. Local Beach or Waterfront Park

5. City Rec Center with Ball Courts & Equipment

6. Heritage Village or House, History Museum or Collection of Antiquities

7. Crop or Animal Farms for petting zoos or picking berries

8. City Garden or Arboretum, City Park Flower Garden

9. City Aquarium or even some Business Buildings with Large Fish Tanks

10. Pet Store or Animal Shelter, Cat Cafes

11. Local College Campus or Junior College Campus

12. Thrift Store or Antique Store

13. Lake or River Park

14. Playgrounds in Parks and Schools, Play Areas at Restaurants

15. Art Museum, Art Galleries

16. Grocery Stores featuring food from other countries

17. Local Theater Plays

18. Symphony or Chamber Music groups, Choirs, Dance Troupes

19. Outdoor Concerts, Indoor Concerts, Bands

20. Local Festivals, Parades, Neighborhood Events, Art Fairs