- TripBuzz found 346 things to do with kids in or near Bristol, Rhode Island, including 334 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Providence and Narragansett.
- From Bristol Town Beach to Colt State Park, the Bristol area offers 120 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Sailing, Bike Rentals and History Museums.
- Surrounded by waters, along with tourism, Bristol's main economy is that of marine or boat building. With well over twenty thousand residents, the city offers public beaches, and parks with picnic spaces, baseball diamonds and tennis courts. Tourists visiting this town can also enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and boating.
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Chase Farm features large open fields and rolling hills with plenty of space for dogs to roam. Visitors can hike and explore the trails around the farm or through the woods, or picnic by the pond under the trees.
17.4 Miles
Rhode Island's only ski resort, Yawgoo Valley, is a great destination for the novice skier or for a fun day on the slopes for seasoned pros. Snowboarding, tubing, and ski lessons are also available, and the site includes a waterpark for warmer months.
17.6 Miles
A favorite getaway for Rhode Islanders, Lincoln Woods State Park, is within easy driving distance from Providence, Pawtucket, and Cumberland. The park features rugged multi-use trails throughout the forest, fresh water swimming, kayaking, and more.
17.7 Miles
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396 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740
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Nestled in beautiful New Bedford, Massachusetts, the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum.. It is best visited in clement weather, when temperatures are comfortable and the flowers in the garden are in bloom. .
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The new Bedford Museum of Glass
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61 Wamsutta St, New Bedford, MA
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The New Bedford Museum of Glass celebrates the beauty and history of glass within this seaport town. The collection continues to grow and includes art glass made by the famous Mount Washington and Pairpont factories.
17.7 Miles
Sunset Stables offers year round horseback riding through Lincoln Woods. The company provides lessons to guests of all ages, as well as guided trail rides, horse shows and summer camps.
17.8 Miles
Ocean Explorium is a local marine science education center which offers visitors a chance to learn about oceanic life and its interaction with humans. It houses multiple acquatic exhibits and touch tanks which feature rays, sharks, jellyfish and more, coupled with many other non-living exhibits.
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51 Bedford St (Corner of Sixth St), New Bedford, MA 02740
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New Bedford Fire Museum is a locally run museum. Patrons can tour the museum and view the history of the trucks, memorabilia and the building itself. Children can dress up and slide down firefighter poles.
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Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
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684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA
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The largest theatrical venue in New Bedford, Massachusetts is the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. It presents a full schedule of plays and concerts. The Zeiterion is as famous for its opulent interior as for the quality of its productions.
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Blackstone River State Park, Cumberland, RI
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Currently stretching over 10 miles, the Blackstone River Bikeway, is slated to extend a total of 48 miles from Rhode Island to Massachusetts. The flat, paved trail is perfect for biking, jogging, or blading while watching the birds and wildlife along the river.