Apex Entertainment Center in Marlborough is the perfect destination for my family. When they were smaller, my boys loved indoor play spaces, Now I need a spot where they can get their energy out in cold or wet weather–or in the middle of a heat wave. Indoor obstacle courses, bowling alleys, go-karts, and laser tag definitely fit the bill, but recently, Apex Entertainment Center combines these activities and more under one (ginormous) roof, with some 100,000 square feett of sporty and techie fun. Here's what you need to know before you visit Apex Entertainment Marlborough, New England's biggest indoor family entertainment center.

Visiting Urban Air Adventure Park in Connecticut is a must-do if you have active kids. You’ve probably been to an indoor playground or play space, like a trampoline park. These indoor adventure parks have been popping up all over New Connecticut in the past decade. The super-fun facilities are recognized by their wall-to-wall, quilt-like patchwork of trampolines. But then, there’s Urban Air Adventure Park. Marketed as "the Ultimate Indoor Adventure Park,” Urban Air's 84,200 square feet of indoor space also includes go-karts, a zip line, laser tag, a "Ninja Warrior"-inspired play area, a colossal climbing playground, and more. After a day with my kids, I can tell you visiting Urban Air trampoline park is worth the trip. Keep reading to discover what not to miss when you go.

The Children’s Museum Houston has been a staple as one of Houston's best kid-friendly attractions since 1980 and boasts a wide array of activities to foster learning in a fun, innovative way. There are more than 20 different exhibits to visit with lots of things to do inside (and outside) the museum, and there is something for any child from toddlers up to 12-year-olds. It's a good idea to wear comfortable shoes as you will most likely be chasing your kid all over the place!

Looking for a discount on tickets to Children's Museum Houston? Check out our article on Free Museums and Free Admission Times for the Children's Museum and other things to do in Houston. Save money on many of Houston's best attractions with a CityPASS.

Central Park was created as a respite for the teeming masses of Manhattan. The 843-acre jewel is home to woodlands, meadows, lakes, wildlife, and more than a little history. Years after its creation, Central Park still offers a reprieve to all New Yorkers. Today, more than 40 million people annually visit the lush expanses of one of the country's earliest public parks. Central Park's 21 playgrounds make it a destination for families from all over the city and the world.

Central Park isn’t a place to tire of easily. My family's daily commute to school takes us back and forth across the park—for that, I thank my lucky stars. But it's easy to lose perspective and forget how much this massive green space has to offer locals and visitors alike. With that in mind, we've rounded up 33 fun sights, scenes, and things to do in New York City's big backyard, from the obvious destination-worthy Central Park playgrounds and sledding hills to more obscure destinations.

Find more green spaces to explore in our Guide to Parks and Playgrounds in NYC for Families.

When your kids are bouncing off the walls, your first instinct is probably to send them outside. But if the weather is too hot, cold, or rainy, hop on over to one of DC's amazing indoor trampoline parks instead. These trampoline parks near DC are great places to burn off energy, have fun, and get those sillies out without breaking any lamps in your family room.

Here are seven fun trampoline parks near DC where kids from toddlers to teens can bounce, jump, and play the day away. These trampoline parks have a combined total of 20 locations in Northern Virginia and Maryland. For more fun ways to blow off steam indoors, check out our Guide to Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces for Kids in DC.

Who wants ice cream? Everybody, especially in the summer. Fortunately, we have no shortage of ice cream near Atlanta. We've got all the big ice cream chains, like Baskin-Robbins, Cold Stone Creamery, and Bruster's. We also have lots of smaller, local ice cream parlors, some with just one location —these ice cream shops are the ones that really hit the sweet spot. It was a tough job, researching and tasting various flavors and styles of ice cream near Atlanta, but somebody had to do it! Read on for the "scoop" on the yummiest ice cream parlors near Atlanta, plus cool, local mobile ice cream and popsicle stands. 

Want more of our Atlanta food faves? Check out our list of Atlanta Restaurants with Outdoor Seating and Great Patios and Atlanta Food Halls That Really Hit the Spot.