75+ Awesome Things to Do with Kids in Raleigh

We’ve experienced a lot of fun family activities in the City of Oaks and whether you visit Raleigh for the weekend, or decide to live in Raleigh like we do, there’s something here for kids of all ages.

As professional travelers and family travel bloggers, we know how to craft and find great experiences for kids.

Perfect for younger kids, you can ride the historic carousel and iconic miniature train, take paddle boats out on the lake, and let your kids run wild at the playgrounds and have a picnic.

Pullen Park

Here you’ll be entertained with Go-karts, laser tag, batting cages, bumper boats, flight simulators, mini-golf, arcade games and much more. No admission price, you pay per activity.

Frankie’s Fun Park

It’s the Southeast’s largest natural history museum and North Carolina’s most visited museum with over 4 floors of exhibits including live animals, education and research centers, dinosaur and whale skeletons, and so much more.

Museum Of Natural Science

Take a self-guided tour and see displays from football, basketball, baseball, athletics, golf, motor racing, Olympics sports and more.

North Carolina Sports Hall Of Fame

The Yates Mill Pond Trail is a 0.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail perfect for families and all fitness levels, and is accessible year-round. Add on to this trail by doing the 1-mile Creekside Trail.

Historic Yates Mill Trail

This cafe is a real throwback to a classic diner. A classic Raleigh staple where loyal fans flock for their HUGE and delicious cakes!

HAYES BARTON CAFE & DESSERTERY

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