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Davis Farmland has baby goats ready to meet and greet. Photo by Linda M. Davis
20 Spring Activities near Boston We Can't Wait To Do with Kids
Here are our picks for fun on the farm, at the park, and in the city this spring.
The Nature Explore Outdoor Exhibit has lots of hands on spaces. Photo by the EcoTarium
25 Spring Family Day Trips That Boston Kids Will Love
Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby museum, nature center, or historic site.
Solstice Stones mark the grassy summit of Holt Hill in Ward Reservation.
12 Great Places To Hike with Kids around Boston
Hit these gorgeous trails for a dose of nature and exercise.
Newton's Cabot Tot Lot is one of many toddler-centric playgrounds in greater Boston.
Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Boston
New playgrounds, parks with shade, and more outdoor fun for Boston families.
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Mattapan's Hunt Almont Playground has tricky ladders, balancing toys, and other colorful equipment to swing (and splash) on. Photo by Ed Wonsek
11 Top Boston Playgrounds to Visit for Brain-Boosting Fun
Consider a fun family day trip to one of these innovative Boston-Area playgrounds.
Cool tide pools at Halibut Point State Park. Photo by August Muench/Flickr/CC BY 2.0
10 State Parks and Forests in Massachusetts That Are Fun To Visit with Kids
These parks are full of fun spots for kids to splash or scramble.
Special Boston Area Campgrounds for Families
For many families, camping is a summer ritual. For others, it’s an interesting (but...
Little football fans get a kick out of playing at one of two Patriots-donated playgrounds south of the city. Photo courtesy of the New England Patriots
Patriots, Pirates, Castles: Theme Playgrounds Spark Imaginative Play around Boston
These area playgrounds are heaven for kids who love to pretend they're sports heroes, pirates...
Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr
Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families on a Budget
Check out these budget-friendly cities and beaches for an affordable vacation.
Are we in the tropics? It's warm and inviting at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory in Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Katie Wadland
8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families
Meet farm animals and brave waterslides on these easy, affordable family trips.
See more than 800 animals at Southwick's Zoo. Photo courtesy the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Zoos and Gardens for Boston Kids
Find local zoos, aquariums, and cool nature spots to explore with the kids.
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12 Playgrounds with Tot Lots Designed Especially for Boston Babies and Toddlers
With super-sized sandboxes, tunnels, mini climbing structures, sensory play, and plenty of fencing...
Pick out some produce and then head across the street for more market wares on SoWa. Photo courtesy of SoWa Boston
Farmers Markets Around Boston to Visit with Kids
Farmers' markets are a great place for kids to learn where food comes from, which fruits and...
The arboretum is stroller friendly, both on grass and paved trails. Photo courtesy of Arnold Arboretum
10 Things To Do at Harvard's Arnold Arboretum with Kids in Boston
Though it's known for its beautiful springtime blooms, the 281-acre Arnold Arboretum is a super...
Solstice Stones mark the grassy summit of Holt Hill in Ward Reservation.
12 Great Places To Hike with Kids around Boston
Hit these gorgeous trails for a dose of nature and exercise.
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Outdoor Spring Fun

12 Playgrounds with Tot Lots Designed Especially for Boston Babies and Toddlers
With super-sized sandboxes, tunnels, mini climbing structures, sensory play, and plenty of fencing...READ MORE 
10 Awesome Boston-Area Playgrounds Worthy of Getting in the Car
Having a go-to playground in your neighborhood is nice, but it can get old after a while. Here are...READ MORE 
5 Spots to Go Fishing with Kids Near Boston
Fishing may just the sort of pastime our over-scheduled, tech-absorbed kids could use a little more...READ MORE 
Family-Friendly Bike Trails Around Boston
Looking for more ways to get outside with kids this summer? Whether you’re sporting two wheels...READ MORE 
10 One-Mile-or-Less Hikes to Take with Your Preschooler Around Boston
With short routes, easy footing, and lots of interesting features—flowers! play areas! volcanic...READ MORE 
Have a relaxed meal at a picnic table in the field, and then burn off some energy walking around the orchard at Lookout Farm.
12 Outdoor Restaurants in Boston that Are Great for Families
Finding a kid-friendly restaurant in the open air is the ultimate score this summer.READ MORE 

Spring Day Trips

The Nature Explore Outdoor Exhibit has lots of hands on spaces. Photo by the EcoTarium
25 Spring Family Day Trips That Boston Kids Will Love
Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby museum, nature center, or historic site. READ MORE 
Kids and deer can interact closely at York's Wild Kingdom. Photo by Peter Bretton/CC BY 2.0
6 Boston-Area Zoos That Aren't in Boston (and Totally Worth the Drive)
While we love Franklin Park, these six zoos in driving distance of Boston each offer something a...READ MORE 
The arboretum is stroller friendly, both on grass and paved trails. Photo courtesy of Arnold Arboretum
10 Things To Do at Harvard's Arnold Arboretum with Kids in Boston
Though it's known for its beautiful springtime blooms, the 281-acre Arnold Arboretum is a super...READ MORE 
The view from Cadillac Mountain is well worth the climb. Photo by Kelley Heyworth
14 Stunning Mountain Hikes to Try with Kids
Up the ante on a family hike by taking kids to climb a real mountain.READ MORE 
25 Things To Do With A Preschooler At Drumlin Farm
There’s nothing quite like getting out of the city and heading to a farm with your little one...READ MORE 
Kids see which way the wind blows next to the largest free-standing AirMaze in North America.
Discovery Museum: Indoor and Outdoor Fun for Boston Kids
Day trip to Acton for STEM, nature, and hands-on exhibits.READ MORE 

Spring Break for Boston Families

Are we in the tropics? It's warm and inviting at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory in Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Katie Wadland
8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families
Meet farm animals and brave waterslides on these easy, affordable family trips.READ MORE 
Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr
Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families on a Budget
Check out these budget-friendly cities and beaches for an affordable vacation.READ MORE 
Kids can splash in rivers and enjoy gorgeous scenery on a national park family getaway
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United States National Parks Family Travel Guide
The United States is full of beautiful national parks and state parks, offering scenic getaway...READ MORE 
50 Things To Do in Newport, RI with Kids
Newport, Rhode Island has a reputation as a summer playground for the elite, but in truth it makes...READ MORE 

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12 Great Places To Hike with Kids around Boston
Hit these gorgeous trails for a dose of nature and exercise.READ MORE 
35 Things To Do with Kids During Spring Break in Boston
T-Rex, unicorns, a scavenger hunt—something to keep every kiddo happy.READ MORE 
25 Spring Family Day Trips That Boston Kids Will Love
Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby museum, nature center, or historic site. READ MORE 
Easter Egg Hunts and Drive-thrus near Boston
Kids can find eggs (and treats!) at farms, drive-thrus, and more.READ MORE 
Easy Easter Crafts for Kids and How to Dye Easter Eggs
How to make the cutest crafts and prettiest eggs for Easter.READ MORE 
Festive Easter Brunches in Boston for Kids and Families
Enjoy a special meal on Easter Sunday.READ MORE 
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