Traveling with kids is a fantastic way to create memories that can last a lifetime.

Here is a sample 3 day itinerary that should give you some ideas on keeping the entertained and engaged:

Day 1:

• Pullen Park where you can enjoy playgrounds and green fields, but also a ride on the original 1911 carousel and a mini train ride
• Marbles Kids Museum where kids can explore interactive exhibits and learn about science, art, and engineering as well as IMAX movies
• Artspace visual arts center a block away from Moores Square and Marbles.

Day 2:

• Lake Johnson Park where you can rent a paddleboat or kayak and explore the lake.
• North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences where kids can learn about dinosaurs, marine life, and more.

 Day 3:

• North Carolina Museum of Art where you can explore galleries filled with art from around the world
• Frankie’s Fun Park where kids can enjoy go-karts, mini-golf, laser tag, and more.

Walking distance:

Kentwood Park just 2 blocks away boasts an 18 hole frisbee golf course, lighted tennis courts, lighted youth baseball field, picnic shelter and playgrounds for designed for kids 2-12.

Combs Elementary school in back of the house offers a running track, playground and a “brightly colored outdoor learning and play space designed to boost kids’ physical activity.” (Open to the public outside of normal school hours 7 am-4 pm on schools days Monday-Friday)