- TripBuzz found 600 things to do with kids in or near Andover, Massachusetts, including 595 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Salem, Lowell and Brookline.
- From Ironstone Farm to Andover Historical Society, the Andover area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Theaters, History Museums and Farms & Ranches.
- Settled in 1642, Andover is approximately 30 minutes from Salem. Because of its close proximity, the city was involved in the Salem Witch Trials, and three Andover residents were found guilty and executed. The city is known for its prestigious private schools, including the Phillips Academy, which has churned out many famous graduates, including George H.W. Bush and his two sons.
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High Rock Park, Tower & Observatory features a 12 inch Meade telescope powerful enough to see the rings and moons of far-flung planets. The observatory welcomes visitors, and requests they make reservations.
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422 Summer Street, Arlington, MA 02474
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The Veterans' Memorial Skating Rink is an indoor ice facility that is open to the public during the months of August through April. The facility has a complete snack bar service and vending machines.
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174 Liberty St., Concord, MA 01742
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Minute Man National Historical Park is the site where the opening battle of the American Revolutionary War was fought. The park houses multiple historic sites including the Wayside which was home to many notable authors such as Nathaniel Hawthorne.
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40 Parker Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
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With wall to wall climbing areas, MetroRock Indoor Climbing Centers offers visitors rock climbing classes. In addition to the wall courses, there is a multilevel rope course for visitors to navigate that culminates in a zip line run.
16.3 Miles
Winter Island Park is a marine park where visitors can visit a historic fort, harbor and lighthouse. There is also a boat launch, a beach with a lifeguard, picnic areas and RV and tent camping from May through October.
16.3 Miles
With the focus on indoor bouldering, MetroRock North has a facility that offers freestyle climbing, classes, and rope climbing stations. The bouldering course imitates natural rock, with cracks, arches, and other features.
16.3 Miles
Serving the Merrimack River and Newburyport Harbor areas, Captain Ed's Sailing offers sailing excursions that tour the region's islands and landmarks by water. The captain is knowledgeable about sailing and teaches visitors how to sail the boat.
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Argilla Road, Ipswich, MA 01938
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Kayakers and boaters love visiting Crane Wildlife Refuge on the Crane Estate. Three-and-a-half miles of gravel roads and foot trails lead to the Crane burial site atop Choate Island. Wildlife seen in the area include gulls, sanderlings and sandpipers.
16.4 Miles
Movie shows and big-name musical concerts are part of the entertainment lineup for The Lynn Auditorium. Known for presenting classic rock concerts, this auditorium hosts comedians and some of the biggest names in music history.
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Malden's Valley Forum 2 is a full-sized ice rink that hosts open skating as well as a variety of contests, tournaments, and sporting events. The rink has a 500 seat capacity, and features a pro shop and locker rooms.