- TripBuzz found 53 things to do with kids in or near Bessemer, Alabama, including 48 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Birmingham, Pelham, Hoover and Alabaster.
- From Splash Adventure Water Park to Roller Motion Skate Center, the Bessemer area offers 47 different types of family activities, including: Water Parks, Movie Theaters, Monuments and Inline Skating.
- Only 20 minutes from the southern favorite Birmingham, AL, Bessemer imbibes a lot of the culture from its surrounding areas. There are many things to see and do in Bessemer, including the standard visits to theaters, restaurants, and parks, but visitors can't miss the Owen Plantation House that played a big role in southern culture.
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Friends and family come together to show off skating skill on polished wood rink before refueling with pizza and fountain drinks
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Rickwood Field is the oldest surviving professional ballpark in the United States. Originally opened in 1910 for the Birmingham Black Barons, the ballpark is currently being restored and features special events and ball games.
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The Aldridge Botanical Gardens covers 30 acres with various plant species, most notably from the hydrangeas species. It also has a lake and walking trails.
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331 Cotton Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35211
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Built in the first half of the 19th century, Historic Antebellum Home & Gardens features a Greek Revival style mansion that served as a Civil War headquarters. Visitors can choose from either self-guided or staff led tours through the mansion.
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Built in 1927 and affectionately referred to as the 'Old Gray Lady', Legion Field has a long legacy of hosting memorable sporting events. Today, it is home to the University of Alabama at Birmingham and bowl games.
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Three times a day, visitors can watch potato chips being made at the Golden Flake Company. Visitors can also buy the products that include potato chips, cheese puffs and puff corn.
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A large lake is at the center of Joe Tucker Park. Visitors can enjoy tennis courts, walking and jogging tracks, a baseball field, extensive playground, pavilions, and a historic lodge cabin.
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With a small dog area and a large dog area, the Loch Haven Dog Park allows dogs to run free in a fenced in park. Agility equipment and water fountains for dogs are also available at the park.
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A 32-lane bowling center, Oak Mountain Lanes offers open and league bowling along with birthday party hosting. The center provides a snack bar, cosmic bowling and a lounge with adult beverages, televisions and a pool table.
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Featuring a state-of-the-art arena, Game Zone is a laser tag center that strives to provide fun and entertainment to its guests. In addition to laser tag, visitors commonly enjoy playing in the game arcade or having a birthday party.
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Pelham City Park offers a range of recreational activities including tennis courts and little league ball fields. There is also a creek as well as paved paths suitable for bikes, walking, or running.