Explore these kid-friendly lazy rivers and spend your summer soaking up the sun with your family.

Roller skating in Atlanta just got a whole lot cooler this summer with the addition of the newly opened SK8 the Roof! SK8 the Roof, a 3,000-square-foot, covered outdoor roller skating rink perched 10 stories above Atlanta’s iconic Ponce City Market, debuted last week and will stay open daily throughout the summer. And when Atlanta families take the elevator ride up to SK8, they also get access to the other amazing rooftop attractions at Skyline Park. Roller skate into fun at this new summer space by reading below!

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Water parks provide a wet and wild aquatic adventure on a sweltering Southern California day. Sure, our SoCal beaches are the best, and swimming in a lake is loads of fun, but you won't have to lug any gear across hot sand that stretches forever when going to a water park!

Water parks have wave pools, family raft rides, lazy rivers, mini slides for little ones, and thrilling slides for teens. Some of our favorite water parks near Los Angeles are smaller parks just for kids (like Buccaneer's Cove), and others are popular theme park extensions (like the Legoland Water Park or the water park at Sesame Place San Diego). There are so many ways to soak in all the fun. 

Start your little ones in the water early with baby and toddler swimming lessons, and test out the waters at free splash pads and water playgrounds in Los Angeles. Plus, dive into more adventures on land and in water in our SoCal Theme and Water Parks Guide.  

Who doesn't love a lazy summer day? When temperatures soar, families inevitably start to look for ways to stay cool within the tri-state area. Look no further than the lazy river: the perfect mix of relaxation and excitement for kids and parents. Whether you're planning a day trip or a weekend escape, these lazy rivers near NYC offer a fun, refreshing break from hustle and bustle.

These lazy rivers near NYC allow you to float through a jungle with waterfalls or wade alongside your toddler. We've found lazy rivers at local hotels and resorts, outdoor destinations along the Jersey Shore, and other summer hot spots, plus lazy rivers at indoor water parks. No matter which lazy river you choose, you're sure to make tons of fun summer memories with your family.

Bookmark our Local Kids' Guide to Family Amusement Parks and Water Parks for even more ideas to get wet and beat the heat this summer!

If you're looking for free public swimming pools, DC has plenty of family-friendly options. While the Maryland and Northern Virginia suburbs are teeming with pricey community pools, there are over 35 indoor and outdoor pools in Washington, DC that are completely free for DC residents (and super cheap for non-residents). All you need to do is show proof of residency for some wet-and-wild fun that's free of charge.

We've rounded up our favorite DC family pools with fun amenities for kids such as splash pads and water slides. Trust us—these are the best free pools DC kids can find. We've also included DC public pool hours and DC pool parking info.

Our Ultimate DC Kids Summer Vacation Guide has more fun places to cool off this summer, from DC splash pads and sprinkler parks to fun outdoor water parks near DC. After all, there's no better way to beat the heat than by having some fun in the water.

Florida, known for its amazing theme parks, welcomed another one when Great Wolf Lodge in Naples recently opened. With a 92,000-square-foot indoor water park and 500 guest rooms, this Naples, Florida hotel and attraction is one of the largest in the Great Wolf Lodge family...and the only one in Florida. (Great Wolf Lodge has 23 indoor water parks across the nation, including its most recently opened spot in Connecticut.)  The Naples destination is a total blast for families—aside from water rides, the resort offers plenty to do, from a thrilling ropes course to a bowling alley and arcade! 

So what sets Great Wolf Lodge Naples apart from its other locations? Our family took the plunge (literally!) and stayed at the water park for a fun-filled weekend. Read on for details from our adventure! 

We've all been there. You bravely take the kids out on the town for a fun family date night, hoping the novelty of it all will be enough to enjoy some semblance of a grown-up outing. But it's not long before the troops get restless and you're desperately searching for the check. Luckily, Philly has loads of kid-friendly food options where children can stay occupied so that parents can eat and talk at a slightly less frenzied pace. From game cafes to bona fide indoor playgrounds (!!!), here are our favorite family-friendly restaurants in Philly where kids can play.

For more of the best places to eat in Philly with kids, check out our Philadelphia Restaurant Guide for Families.