29 Awesome Under-the-Radar Museums for Kids in Los Angeles

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The exterior of the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum. Photo by wyliepoon via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Did you know there are some small but very cool museums in Los Angeles for kids? We all know about the California Science Center and Natural History Museum in Exposition Park, the beloved Getty Museums in Mid-City and Malibu, and the Skirball Cultural Center with its classic Noah’s Ark Exhibit for kids. But, when you’ve exhausted all the icons—or if you are looking for something a little bit more casual, there are some pretty amazing “under the radar” museums hidden all over LA. 

Read on to learn more about these hidden gems that are great for families with kids of all ages! 

Looking for more museum-based fun? Check out this list of great children’s museums in LA and the OC, and this list of free admission days for LA museums. 

Salt Lake City with Kids: 49 Top Things To Do in Salt Lake City, Utah

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This friendly troll keeps watch over Salt Lake City.

There are so many things to do in Salt Lake City with kids, it’s hard to know where to start! But we narrowed it to our 49 favorite things to do and places to go with kids.

Most people have a pretty antiquated notion of Salt Lake City. Sure, there are great ski resorts and the city is about half Mormon. But it's also a vibrant and growing city that's filled with hiking, history, extreme sports, friendly people, great food, local breweries and coffee (yup!), incredible kids museums, and more. There are so many family-friendly things to do that it's a fabulous place to take a vacation with kids, any time of year.

Read on for the scoop on things to do, where to eat, and where to stay (like a hotel with rock climbing and a skate park in the lobby) in Salt Lake City. And while you’re in Utah, check out gorgeous Zion National Park! Or get some insight into things to do in other kid-friendly Southwest cities like Phoenix or Denver.

The 19 Most Insane, Must-Try Desserts Kids Love in Orlando

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The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium is as close as it gets to visiting a real-life Willy Wonka chocolate factory! Photo courtesy of Toothsome

Treat kiddos to an Orlando dessert sure to bring a smile to their faces! Orlando offers a wide range of sweet treats, from delicious pastries to decadent milkshakes. These Orlando desserts make for a super special outing with kids (a great idea for celebrating the start of school)! Whether you crave classic desserts like cookies and cake, or unique confections like gourmet marshmallows or chocolate piñatas, Orlando has something to satisfy every sweet tooth.

Top 20 Events for Kids to Celebrate the Start of Atlanta Schools

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Families sample tons of ice cream flavors, all for a great cause! Visitors to the 20th Annual Miss Mary's Ice Cream Crankin' are treated to locally churned ice cream flavors plus some fun giveaways. Photo by the author

Most Atlanta kids start school in early August...even if it does still feel like blistering summer. Transitioning from the carefree days of summer to scheduled routines can be tough for kids of all ages (don't get us started on the school bus pick-up time). Atlanta students deserve a pat on the back for making the responsible adjustment, especially since academic calendars in Atlanta start so early. We've got great ways to reward your students' return back to school!

14 Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways near NYC

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Visit the 180 Pool at the Crystal Springs Resort. Photo courtesy of the resort

New York City is unlike any other place in the world, but sometimes we still need a break and these family-friendly weekend getaways near NYC are a great excuse to skip town for a weekend with the family. You don't have to travel far to feel like you're a world away.

We've rounded up 14 of our favorite kid-friendly weekend getaways near NYC for families—all are within 3 hours of NYC. If you're looking for other comprehensive guides to weekend getaways near NYC, check out our definitive list of the Hudson Valley's top attractions, our exhaustive survey of family-friendly options in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, plus our list of New York State's top attractions for families.

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