Submitted by Audrey Trieschman on Sun, 01/31/2016 - 12:47pm day trips for boston familiesHave a day or two to get away with the family? One of the best things about living around Boston is the multitude of options for day trips and weekend getaways. Like hiking or skiing? We've got that, in the mountains of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine or Vermont. The beach? From Cape Cod to the coast of Maine to Rhode Island, oceans, bays, and lakes beckon. Cultural options? Cities like Portland, Springfield and Providence and living history venues like Plimoth Plantation and Sturbridge Village are all an easy one to two hours from Boston. To help with your planning, we've compiled a list of great day trip and weekend getaway ideas here in New England for you and your family. Enjoy these mini staycation ideas and have fun making memories! Weekend TripsBoston Spotlight Day Trips and Weekend GetawaysBest Beaches for Families Within an Hour of Boston8 Special Family Campgrounds near Boston with Extras for KidsCape Cod With Kids: 25 Things to Do in Chatham, MA 25 Things to Do With Kids on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire50 Things to Do on a Martha’s Vineyard Summer Family Vacation Summer25 Summer Day Trips for Boston Kids and FamiliesExploring the Cape Cod National Seashore A Guide to Acadia National Park with Kids50 Things to Do on a Martha’s Vineyard Summer Family Vacation25 Things to Do with Kids in Portland, Maine5 New England Resorts with Great Kids Camps Spring40 Things to Do with Kids in Portsmouth, NHStaying (Somewhat) Local for Spring Break: 3 New England Family GetawaysThe Inn at East Hill Farm: A Blissful Family Farm Vacation in New HampshireFour Up-close Animal Encounters in New England25 Things to Do with Kids in Springfield, MA—Dr. Seuss Museum and More!Fairy Gardens at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center: Bringing Joy to All Ages Fall5 Fall Foliage Trips with Extra Fun for Families in New EnglandPumpkin Festivals and Jack-O-Lantern Displays for New England Families25 Things To Do in Salem With KidsHalloween Thrills and Chills: Haunted Theme Parks Near Boston 10 Great Places to Hike with Kids Around Boston25 Things to Do in Concord, MA with Kids WinterWinter Coasters and Zip Lines in New England for Chilly Family Thrills6 Easy Winter Day Trips for Boston Families25 Things To Do With Kids in Woodstock, Vermont6 Places Where Kids Can Learn to Ski or Snowboard Near Boston Ice Castles NH: A Real-Life Frozen Palace in Lincoln9 Spots for Snow Tubing Near Boston
