In the midst of a redevelopment renaissance, Baltimore's Inner Harbor neighborhood is a beacon for families with its compact size, jam-packed with plenty of engaging attractions, kid-friendly eats, and a balance of history and new-age attractions. We've visited Baltimore before and found plenty of family-friendly fun to enjoy in the Charm City, but the Inner Harbor area packs enough in for a day trip from the Washington, DC, area or a weekend away for other East Coasters. Even better: It's easily accessible by Amtrak, and you won't need a car once you're there.

Read on for 20 things to do in the Baltimore Inner Harbor area, plus our parent-tested pick for a great place to stay. Be sure to check out our City Guides for more great family travel ideas.

From moon bounce centers to indoor toddler playgrounds to swing set superstores, Montgomery County has plenty of inside play options for babies and preschoolers. Whether your goal is exercise for the kiddos, creative stimulation, peer social opportunities, or just to escape the confines of the house, our list of indoor play spaces is certain to have a fit for every family.

Be sure to check our lists of indoor play spaces in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, and Philadelphia for more places to have fun with the family. Looking for more kid-friendly things to do in Montgomery County, PA? Take a look at our MontCo guide.

Kids Empire in Woodland Hills is like an indoor playground on steroids—and I mean that in the best possible way. It's super-sized fun, with a giant, multi-level play structure, a babies-only area, a disco room, and tons of seating for parents. It's the kind of place that can entertain toddlers and tweens alike, making it a great option for families with mixed aged siblings. The Woodland Hills location is one of several in greater LA including spots in South Gate, Monrovia, Anaheim, and Northridge (which just opened this winter). Perhaps because of its widespread age appeal, Kids Empire Woodland Hills can get very busy, especially on weekends. Here's what to know before you go, and reasons why this play space is quickly becoming my daughters' favorite go-to indoor playground on a cold or rainy day.

If your kids have outgrown their Power Wheels, they may be ready to add a little extra speed—behind the wheel of a go-kart! Today's kid-friendly go-karts have moved indoors for year-round fun. From multi-level tracks to racing leagues, we've rounded up five spots where your kids can put the pedal to the medal.

While some indoor go-kart tracks focus on just car racing, others have even more indoor fun like trampolines, ninja courses, and arcades. They're a great destination for a big-kid birthday party or just an exciting day trip. Enjoy the ride!

Cue the panic: Summer camp search season is entering a full-tilt frenzy. It's that time of year when NYC parents shudder in unison upon realizing they still haven't figured out what to do come June. If you, too, have put off summer planning until now, breathe a collective sigh of relief. We've got you covered with this list of new summer camps.

As one glance at our Summer Camp Guide proves, NYC and its surrounding suburbs offer tons of summer camp choices, from cooking to coding, music to sports, and everything in between. And because NYC is always changing, we've found 11 new summer camps or programs for the 2020 season, including some new locations for old favorites. Book now because summer break will be here before you know it.

Summer camps in New Jersey vary wildly in price, so it’s important to choose a camp that’s right for your child AND your pocketbook. Many camps let you register by the week or even the day, so you don't have to commit to an entire summer. Other options, like three-day weeks and half-day camp, also allow you to keep costs down. The cost of certain camps can be applied against the child care tax credit for children of single parents/two working parents, and some camps offer financial assistance—especially ones that get money from donors. 

Here we've rounded up 15 affordable day camp options for NJ kids. To find more New Jersey summer camps, check out our Camp Guide and Full Directory of Listings. 

If you're not heading out of town for spring break, you may be wondering how to keep the kids busy during their time off. Spring break camps offer a great way to keep them active, learning, and engaged (not to mention out of your hair) while they're out of school.  

Westchester offers many specialized programs, so there's sure to be a camp to please most interests. We've rounded up a dozen choices, including those focusing on nature, arts, and sports.

Be sure to check out our Event Calendar for more fun things to do during the break. And if you're looking ahead to the end of the school year, don't miss our Summer Camps Guide for Westchester Kids!