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Family days out in Michigan

There are so many fun places to go with kids in Michigan - great zoos and aquariums, museums, theme parks, water parks and swimming pools, places to visit outdoors (many of which are cheap or free), great historical places of interest, activities and indoor play centres for toddlers as well as the usual family tourist attractions - take a look below, lots of the best things to do with children in MI

The Detroit Zoo(0km)
Royal Oak
The Detroit ZooLearn about the Detroit Zoo's mission, the SSP program and the orgin of the animals at the Zoo. You'll see how the Zoo participates in world and state conservation efforts and the role of the Zoo in reintroduction of species throughtout the state.
Dominoes Petting Farm(54km)
Ann Arbor
Dominoes Petting FarmDomino's Petting Farm is conveniently located in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is a perfect setting for people of all ages to learn about farming and farm animals. Come join us for a fun-filled day. Pet our animals, including our many rare breeds, and enjoy a hayride.
Potter Park Zoo(116km)
Lansing
Potter Park ZooThe Potter Park Zoological Society, a non-profit private sector organization, is dedicated to the support of the Potter Park Zoo through preserving, protecting, and exhibiting selected members of the animal kingdom so that future generations of mankind may thrive in harmony..
Binder Park Zoo(163km)
Battle Creek
Binder Park ZooBinder Park Zoo offers quality programming using exotic animals delivered by professional staff with a dedication to conserving wildlife. Online registration is currently available for our Camps, Overnight Safari, and Zoo Snooze Programs!
John Ball Zoo(212km)
Grand Rapids
John Ball ZooThe John Ball Zoo has over 1100 animals representing the wilds of Africa, Asia, South America, Australia and the United States. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Michigan
Deer Forest Petting Zoo (264km)
Coloma
Deer Forest Petting Zoo Deer Forest is an animal petting zoo. It also offers kiddie amusement rides, storybook lane, free miniature golf, large playground, inflatable jumper, food, picnic area with grills, and plenty of free parking.
Garlyn Zoological Park(444km)
Naubinway
Garlyn Zoological ParkGarLyn Zoo is located at the very top of Lake Michigan in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The zoo features birds and animals from around the world. Wallaby - Australia, Sika deer - Asia, Sulcata Tortoise - Africa, Patagonian Cavy - South America, Cougar, River Otter, Black..
Nelis Dutch Village(249km)
Holland
Nelis Dutch VillageOur 10 acre Netherlands village theme park welcomes children. Fun outdoor and indoor stuff for children to do includes our Dutch swing ride, restored antique carousel, petting zoo with farm animals, games and events. Walk your goat and feeding baby farm animals are two..
Michigan's Adventure(271km)
Muskegon
Michigan's AdventureMichigans largest amusement park with many rides. Something for everyone.
Detroit Science Center(14km)
Detroit
Detroit Science CenterWelcome to the Detroit Science Center, where creative exploration is our key to discovering the wonders of science and technology. From Michiganâs only IMAX® Dome Theatre to the Dassault Syst¨mes Planetarium, family programs to field trips, live science demonstrations to..
Great Lakes Maritime Center(78km)
Port Huron
Great Lakes Maritime CenterThe Great Lakes Maritime Center (GLMC) offers a variety of opportunities to learn about the history and current events of the Great Lakes. A variety of video formats, displays, and speaker programs present a wide variety of information.
Michigan Memories(135km)
Bay City
Grand Traverse Lighthouse(354km)
Northport
Grand Traverse LighthouseLocated inside the Leelanau StatePark in northern Michigan, the Grand Traverse Lighthouse has been guiding ships and sailors since it was built in 1858.
Full Blast(163km)
Battle Creek
Full BlastIndoor and outdoor fun. Waterparks and other fun things for the family. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Michigan
Avalanche Bay (330km)
Boyne Falls
Avalanche Bay Quench your thirst for big family fun at Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark! This 88,000 square foot mega-park features water fun for all ages including five fun filled waterslides, a shallow childrens pool for the little ones, a wet climbing wall for the adventurous, an..
Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark(330km)
Boyne Falls
Avalanche Bay Indoor WaterparkQuench your thirst for big family fun at Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark! This 88,000 square foot mega-park features water fun for all ages including five fun filled waterslides, a shallow children’s pool for the little ones, a wet climbing wall for the adventurous and..
Detroit Historical Museum(14km)
Detroit
Detroit Historical MuseumThe Detroit Historical Museum, established in 1928, is one of Americaâs oldest and largest museums dedicated to metropolitan history. Over 80,000 square feet of exhibition space house more than 600 historic artifacts in the heart of Detroitâs Cultural Center district.
Motown Historical Museum(16km)
Detroit
Motown Historical MuseumMotown Historical Museum is one of Detroits most popular tourist destinations. Each year, the museum attracts thousands of visitors from across the nation and around the globe. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Michigan
Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit MOCAD(17km)
Detroit
Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit MOCADThe museum is an innovative addition to Detroit's Cultural Center,Our ambitious series of public programs includes lectures, musical performances, films, literary readings and educational activities for children.
Walter P Chrysler Museum(22km)
Detroit
Walter P Chrysler MuseumPlan a visit to the Walter P. Chrysler Museum where automotive history is learned and explored. Take an hour, or spend the day to experience the history of Chrysler vehicles, learn from interactive kiosk stations, or enjoy educational films in our movie theater.
Automotive Hall Of Fame(24km)
Detroit
Automotive Hall Of Famehe Automotive Hall of Fame is both a visitor attraction and an educational resource for inspiring others to higher levels of achievement in their own work and lives. Visitors will experience automotive history through visual and interactive exhibits, automobiles and..
Museum of Natural History (52km)
Ann Arbor
Museum of Natural History Exhibits include displays on prehistoric life with the most extensive dinosaur exhibits in the state of Michigan, Michigan wildlife, anthropology, geology, and a Planetarium. A new gallery for temporary exhibits was created in 2005.
Ann Arbor Hands On Museum(54km)
Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Hands On MuseumIgnite your imagination as you explore nine unique galleries containing more than 250 interactive exhibits. With subjects ranging from physics to health to nature to mathematics and beyond, learning is made fun for all ages!
Alfred P Sloan Museum(73km)
Flint
Alfred P Sloan Museum Regional history, historic automobiles and hands-on science are major features of the Sloan Museum, located at 1221 E. Kearsley Street in Flint, Michigan. The Science Discovery Center allows children and adults to explore principles of chemistry and physics through exhibit..
The Minibeast Museum and Education Center(117km)
Lansing
The Minibeast Museum and Education CenterThe Minibeast Zooseum and Education Center of the Young Entomologists' Society is a unique learning center devoted to the study of minibeasts (macroinvertebrate animals) which incorporates all the best attributes of a zoo, museum, interpretive center, resource center,..
Kalamazoo Nature Center(211km)
Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo Nature CenterThe Kalamazoo Nature Center features dozens of public programs each month for all ages, in addition to our 11 miles of hiking trails and indoor and outdoor exhibits. The whole family will enjoy our regular family program every Sunday at 2:00pm. There is always something to..
Grand Rapids Public Museum(218km)
Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Public MuseumPlan a visit today and enjoy a world class facility full of exciting, entertaining and educational exhibits!
Tri-Cities Historical Museum (256km)
Grand Haven
Tri-Cities Historical Museum The Tri-Cities Historical Museum provides visitors an opportunity to look through the windows of time into the history of Northwest Ottawa County, including the communities of Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Ferrysburg.
Curious Kids Museum(278km)
St Joseph
Curious Kids MuseumWhat is Curious Kids' Museum? Curious Kids' Museum is a hands-on children's museum dedicated to stimulating the curiosity of children from 1-100 with educational exhibits and programs which challenge the senses and offer unique learning opportunities.
Curious Kids Discovery Zone(278km)
Saint Joseph
Curious Kids Discovery ZoneCome to where Learning is Fun! Curious Kids' Discovery Zone has permanent & traveling hands-on exhibits for toddlers- teens. This beach side setting is the perfect place to explore six water exhibits, a climbing wall, virtual reality, a pin wall, and more!
The Besser Museum(289km)
Alpena
The Besser MuseumWhere in Northeast Michigan Can You Find... A Picasso,A Planetarium,Two Renoirs,Ancient Indian Artifacts,A water pumper that fought the great fires of Chicago and Alpena An 1890s Avenue of ShopsAnd A Remarkable collection of mounted Michigan mammals?
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum (482km)
Paradise
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum is the only one of its kind dedicated to the perils of maritime transport on the Great Lakes. It is fittingly located at Whitefish Point, Michigan, site of the oldest active lighthouse on Lake Superior.
Kokomos Family Fun Center(127km)
Saginaw
Kokomos Family Fun CenterKokomo's is the place to go in Saginaw and the Tri-Cities area whether you're celebrating a birthday party, looking for a fun or want somewhere you can take the whole family. We have lots to do outside, including go-karts, miniature golf, bumper boats, batting cages and..
Deer Acres Storybook Amusement Park(166km)
Pinconning
Deer Acres Storybook Amusement ParkThe Mother Goose theme combined with a children\'s petting zoo is what separates this park from average amusement parks.Great fun, entertainment and recreation lies ahead for the whole family.
AJs Family Fun Center(212km)
Grand Rapids
AJs Family Fun CenterLots of cart and boat indoor fun! One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Michigan
Deanna's Playhouse(245km)
Holland
Deanna's PlayhouseDeanna's Playhouse is a fully accessible 15,000 sq. ft. indoor play environment for family fun!
The Jungle Family Fun Center(349km)
Petoskey
The Jungle Family Fun CenterWelcome to the ungle Family Fun Center! 18 Holes of Adventure Golf await you in this Northern Michigan Jungle! Make your way past the cascading waterfalls, tropical plants, and an erupting volcano! Watch out... the alligators may be hungry! The Jungle also has an arcade..
Just A Plain Farm(380km)
Carp Lake
Just A Plain FarmVisit us at Just A Plain Farm, a family-owned farm market and farm that grows over a 100 acres of pumpkins, squash, gourds, popcorn, and native corns. Tour buses, families, schools, church groups, youth groups, senior citizens, special needs groups, and business..
Laser Quest(20km)
Detroit
Laser QuestLaser Quest is a fast paced game for ages 5 to 85 - a high tech combination of tag and hide and seek. With the worlds most advanced laser tag equipment available, Laser Quest is played in a large, multi-level arena with specialty lighting, fog and heart pounding music.
Skateland West(27km)
Westland
Skateland WestSkateland West is one of Michigan's finest roller skating family fun centers and music venue.
Adrian Skatery(99km)
Adrian
Adrian SkateryWe are a wholesome family entertainment center dedicated to providing skaters of all ages a clean friendly environment to enjoy skating with their families and friends!
Allskate Fun Center(107km)
Jackson
Allskate Fun CenterAllskate Fun Center is where virtual fun is reality!
Edru Skate-A-Rama(115km)
Holt
Edru Skate-A-RamaEdru Skate A Rama Roller/Inline Skating Rink was founded in Holt, MI, Edru Skate A Rama is an indoor rink and open year round. One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Michigan
Gilli's Skating & Fun Center(125km)
Saginaw Twp
Gilli's Skating & Fun CenterGillis Family Fun Center Roller/Inline Skating Rink was founded in Saginaw, MI, Gillis Family Fun Center is an indoor rink and open year round.
Sonic Skate Roller Skating Center(136km)
Essexville
Sonic Skate Roller Skating CenterWelcome to Sonic Skate, a family owned and operated roller skating entertainment center serving the Bay County area. Sonic Skate offers a clean, safe, wholesome family environment. We provide a truly contemporary, well-supervised, state-of-the-art facility.
The Lost City(249km)
Holland
The Lost CityCome into The Lost City for amazing indoor fun! Laser tag, mini-bowling, mini-golf, video games and ticket games with deluxe prize center! Great for group events - birthdays, youth groups, sports teams, family parties, you name it!
Double JJ Ranch & Waterpark(281km)
Rothbury
Double JJ Ranch & WaterparkDouble JJ offers three unique activities all at one resort. Come explore miles of scenic horseback trails, perfect for riders of any skill level and age. Experience the thrill of our indoor waterpark, Michigans tallest indoor water- slide, a lazy/crazy river, wave pool, and..
Big Bear Adventures(346km)
Indian River
Big Bear AdventuresBig Bear Adventures is a fun, family owned business specializing in outdoor recreation. We are located in the beautiful resort area of Indian River, Michigan, between Mullett and Burt Lakes. The area abounds with wildlife, with pristine rivers and forests, and countless..
Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad(74km)
Flint
Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad Experience the �modern� way travelers moved across the county and the country in the early 1900s when you climb aboard the narrow gauge Huckleberry Railroad. The 40 minute ride takes you through scenic woods and meadows and alongside beautiful Mott Lake.
Alcona Park(233km)
Glennie
Alcona ParkLocated on the historic AuSable River floodwaters above the Alcona Dam, this 1100 acre park has three miles of shoreline on each side of this trophy fish producing river. Surrounded by the Huron National Forest and is a favorite home away from home for many vacationers.
Outdoor Discovery Center - Macatawa Greenway(245km)
Holland
Outdoor Discovery Center - Macatawa GreenwayThe ODC Nature Preserve has over 4 miles of trails and boardwalks winding through meadow, prairie, remnant dune, forest, ponds and wetlands. The Macatawa River Greenway contains over 1,000 acres of protected space.
Sleeping Bear Dunes(349km)
Empire
Sleeping Bear DunesThe Best Nature Escape in the Midwest Welcome to one of the most beautiful natural areas in Michiganâs Lower Peninsula. Come and enjoy 35 miles of Lake Michigan's eastern coastline, explore North and South Manitou Islands, and of course climb the dunes!
The Henry Ford Estate(22km)
Dearborn
The Henry Ford EstateReturn to the world of automotive pioneer Henry Ford at the Henry Ford Estate ~ Fair Lane in Dearborn, Michigan. The Henry Ford Estate - Fair Lane includes the residence of Henry and Clara Ford and his powerhouse consisting of not only his generators, but also his research..
Diamond Jack's River Tours(40km)
Detroit
Diamond Jack's River ToursEnjoy two hour cruise on the sparkling waters of the Detroit River, the world's busiest international waterway. Passengers of all ages discover countless sights rich in history and anecdote during our expertly narrated river tours.
Mackinaw Trolley Tours(387km)
Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Trolley ToursRide through history on the Mackinaw Trolley as we narrate happenings and events along the way. Fort Michilimackinac area, Old Mackinaw Point Lighthouse, Train and Car Ferry Docks, The Mackinac Bridge, Father Marquette's Mission and Grave Site at St. Ignace, Indian lore at..
Soo Locks Boat Tours (454km)
Marie
Soo Locks Boat Tours The Soo Locks have been referred to as one of the great wonders of the world and it is still the largest waterway traffic system on earth. Your boat will travel along the international shoreline of the lower harbor letting you experience all the sights, sounds, and..
Silver Land Sand Dunes(89km)
Hart
Silver Land Sand DunesSilver Lake Sand Dunes Area is a Michigan Beachtown located along Lake Michiganâs sweeping shoreline just a few miles west of US-31 between Muskegon and Pentwater, Michigan. Just a short few hours from Chicago, Detroit, Traverse City and the Mackinac Bridge.
Andy Ts Family Fun Farm(130km)
St Johns
Andy Ts Family Fun FarmAndy T�A family fun farm with a fresh fruit and vegetable market, flowers, nursery stock, u-pick, hayrides, holiday trees, a farm fresh bakery, 6 acre corn maze, petting farm , straw maze and make your own caramel apples. Stop by for locally grown produce and lots of..
Nottawa Fruit Farm (203km)
Sturgis
Nottawa Fruit Farm Nottawa Fruit Farm is a family-owned business which specializes in home-grown produce and family experiences. We take great pride in providing the highest quality products possible in our farm market and wholesome activities which help your family create fond memories.
Jollay Orchards Family Farm(264km)
Coloma
Jollay Orchards Family FarmJollay Orchards offers a unique entertainment experience -- blending a working Orchard with Family Activities. Jollay Orchards is a "family friendly" farm. Our helpful staff is glad to assist you and answer any questions you or your family might have. Located in the..
Whirly Ball Of Ann Harbour(54km)
Ann Arbor
Whirly Ball Of Ann HarbourThe game is a combination of basketball and Jai-Alai, played from an electric bumper car.If you haven't tried it, gather a group of friends and come over. It's a blast! One of the many fun family places to go if you're looking for things to do with kids in Michigan