Family & Kid-Friendly Activities

Pick up maps and local advice downstairs, then head upstairs to interactive HO scale train dioramas. Simple logistics, climate control, and nearby attractions keep kids engaged.

Discovery Place Kids–Huntersville is a hands-on museum where kids explore science, art, and more through play—from building and simple experiments to puppet shows—making it a fun, educational outing that nurtures creativity at each child’s pace.

Free, kid friendly science stop inside the botanical garden with glowing minerals, fossils and easy parking.

Early childhood museum in downtown Spartanburg with play based exhibits, short programs, and a calm, parent friendly setup for kids six and under.

High elevation trail network with short, well marked options, quick overlooks, and a Summit Lot trailhead that keeps family logistics easy.

Walk beneath sharks, explore clear exhibits, and give your kids safe, hands-on moments at an indoor aquarium set inside Broadway at the Beach.

A small, welcoming planetarium on the USC Aiken campus with reserved seating, live hosted shows, and rooftop telescope viewing for a memorable family science night.

Enjoy a quieter stretch of Grand Strand beach with shaded trails, picnic areas, and easy facilities inside a classic coastal state park.

Compact seaside amusement park with the Swamp Fox wooden coaster, a log flume, kiddie rides, and easy access to the beach. Good value with ride bands.

A family-friendly spot with go-karts, bumper cars, a small Ferris wheel, and an arcade, open daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day (weather permitting) at 2788 Highway 105 South.

A relaxed, family-friendly spot near Lake Norman featuring an 18-hole scenic mini golf course, plus rock climbing and axe throwing—great for an outdoor afternoon with friends or kids.

Pullen Park is a family-friendly spot with a historic carousel, miniature train, paddle boats, and colorful playgrounds, plus shady lawns for picnics, leisurely strolls, and a chance to spot wildlife.