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Atlanta with Kids: Twelve Indoor Activities for the Whole Family











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Fernbank's NatureQuest is a nature lovers indoor playground

During the cold winter months, everyone heads indoors. For families looking for things to do in Atlanta with kids indoors, there are lots of options for every age. Here’s a list of twelve great indoor activities for everyone in your family from toddlers to teens. Even the adults will have fun. What are your favorites?

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Indoor Water Parks in Atlanta | Indoor Swimming in Atlanta

So. Cobb Aquatic Center

It’s always fun to do what is contrary to the season. Play in the snow in summer, swim in the winter. Here are a couple of indoor swimming pools that are more like mini-water parks than just the standard swimming pool. If you know others, leave us a [...]

Indoor Water Park in Atlanta | South Cobb Aquatic Center

What: South Cobb Aquatic Center When: Anytime Where: 875 Six Flags Dr., Austell, GA 30168 (770) 739-3180 COST: Under $4

I love to swim, but hate getting into the water when it’s cold outside. However, kids love to swim anytime so if you’re stumped on what to do on a cold or rainy [...]

Kids, Learn to Play Water Polo FREE

What: Free Water Polo Lessons Where: Kraken Water Polo, 20 Willow Glenn Dr., Marietta, Ga. When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 – 11 am for middle and high school Cost: Trail Week is Free ($40 a month dues after)

If you are looking for something a little different to pass the last [...]

Things to do in Atlanta with Kids | Free Swimming

Summer in Atlanta can be (ok, IS) very hot. The humidity can make it feel even worse. There is nothing I like better on a summer day than to cool off at a swimming pool. Whether you have a neighborhood pool you like to visit or you don’t have any regular place to [...]

Swim in the Pool that FDR Built

 

Photo by Barbara Weibel

What: Swim the Warm Springs, Dip Into the Past Where: Warm Springs, Ga. When: Memorial Day Weekend 2010 Cost: 1.5 hour swim sessions are $20 adults; $12.50 ages 6 to 17; Family Package-$75 Only Family Package includes admission to Roosevelt’s Little White House. Reservations are suggested and [...]

Five Things to do with Kids at George T. Bagby State Park

What: George T. Bagby State Park Where: Fort Gaines, Georgia When: Open Daily Cost: $5 Parking Fee

I once heard when raising children, it’s better to vacation at state parks, not theme parks. Although I do love a good theme park adventure, we took that advice this past spring break and visited [...]

Free Music at Centennial Olympic Park

What: Wednesday WindDown, Music @noon When: April – September 2010 Time: Wed. evenings 5:30 – 8 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Noon Where: Centennial Olympic Park Southern Company Amphitheater Cost: FREE, but you will have to pay $5 – $10 to park in a lot around the park

Centennial Olympic Park was [...]

Indoor Pools, Museums Highlight CBS Better Mornings Atlanta

Last Thursday’s Field Trips with Sue segment on Better Mornings Atlanta featured indoor aquatic centers and museums. Here’s a list:

So. Cobb Aquatic Center Bethesda Park Aquatic Center Bogan Park Aquatic Center

The World of Coca-Cola admission discount Dr. Seuss Goes to War…and More at the Breman The Center for Puppetry Arts [...]

Lots of Indoor Swimming Fun at South Cobb Aquatic Center

WHO: Children of all ages WHAT: South Cobb Aquatic Center WHERE: 875 Six Flags Dr., Austell, GA 30168 (770) 739-3180 WHY: Five out of 5 boys (ages 4, 9, 10 & 11) agreed, it was a great time. COST: $2 per child (2 – 17)/senior (60+) [...]