The US National Park Service operates many historic sites, monuments, parks and national memorials in the Washington, DC area. The National Mall itself is operated by the US National Park Service. At most visitor centres and Ranger Stations you can collect National Park Passport Stamps (cancellation stamps) – there is no area in the United States … Read more
Kayben Farms Sunshine Adventure Park has permanently closed Gordie’s review (4.5 years old): “I liked the giant bouncer!”Nicky’s review (17 months old): “Bounce bounce bounce” (She was also a big fan of the Berry Bounce) Day Pass Cost: $13 for adults and children over 2. Under 2 are free. Family Pass $35. Additional rates are … Read more
This February, our family won a trip to Washington, DC as part of Kaboom.org’s Summer Playground Challenge. It’s almost overwhelming how many options there are for things to do when you visit and at the end of our trip we definitely left wanting more. Based on our trip, here are my suggestions for places you … Read more
Location http://www.portdiscovery.org/Address: Inner Habor – Baltimore, MD Gordie’s Review (3.5 years): “I liked the climber.”Nicky’s Review (11 months): toys! Day Pass Cost: $10 for children over 12 months and adults. Seniors $8, under 12 months are free. Re-entry is allowed if you leave your bracelet on. (2013)Food Services: No food or drink is permitted in the exhibit … Read more
Location http://airandspace.si.edu/ Address: Located on the National Mall in Washington, DC Gordie’s Review (3.5 years): “I liked going in the airplanes! Why did the monkey go into space?”Nicky’s Review (11 months): (signing) “Airplanes!” Cost: Free!Season: Year round.Food Services: McDonalds.Age Range: All ages.Stay Length: Expect to spend at least 2 hours, depending on your level of interest you … Read more
Location http://www.usbg.gov/Address: The National Mall, Washington, DC Day Pass Cost: Free!Food Services: None.Age Range: All ages.Stay Length: Expect to spend 1-2 hours.Worth the Trip?: Not a must see. It’s a lovely little oasis and a great place to go on a cold day. The United States Botanic Gardens was another place we enjoyed taking the kids. It’s open … Read more