Things to Do with Kids in Charleston, WV

  • TripBuzz found 22 things to do with kids in or near Charleston, West Virginia, including 5 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like South Charleston.
  • From Appalachian Power Park to State Museum, the Charleston area offers 43 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • Charleston rests at the confluence of the Kanawha and Elk Rivers. It is the state's capital and the largest city with a population of nearly 55,000 that has many urban services like entertainment and shopping centers. Since the city was established in 1794, it contains multiple historic sites but is still surrounded by natural areas for outdoor recreation.
  • TripBuzz found 22 things to do with kids in or near Charleston, West Virginia, including 5 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like South Charleston.
  • From Appalachian Power Park to State Museum, the Charleston area offers 43 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • Charleston rests at the confluence of the Kanawha and Elk Rivers. It is the state's capital and the largest city with a population of nearly 55,000 that has many urban services like entertainment and shopping centers. Since the city was established in 1794, it contains multiple historic sites but is still surrounded by natural areas for outdoor recreation.
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35.1 Miles
95% 540 votes
Rafting 219 Chestnutburg Rd., Lansing, WV MoreLess Info
Adventures on the Gorge is an all-inclusive resort. At the resort, visitors can take whitewater-rafting trips on the New River, experience a canopy tour, play in the TimberTrek Aerial Adventure Park, eat at one of the three restaurants and loges, and stay in the campground or cabins.
35.1 Miles
89% 45 votes
Rafting 1 Ames Heights Rd., Lansing, WV 25840 MoreLess Info
Since 1980, owner Steve Campbell presented guests with outside adventures including whitewater rafting. Now Rivermen is part of the Adventures on the Gorge operation, and offers many outdoor recreation opportunities and lodging.
35.3 Miles
100% 10 votes
Rock Climbing 131 S. Court Street, Fayetteville, WV 25840 MoreLess Info
Hard Rock Climbing is a rock climbing outfitter that leads a variety of climbing trips. Trips include two hour outings, half day trips, full day trips, and custom trips. The company features experienced and certified guides.
35.3 Miles
100% 7 votes
Rock Climbing Fayetteville, WV MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy guided rock climbing experiences at New River Climbing School. The school specializes in rock climbing instruction, lessons and classes at New River Gorge with trips and classes lasting for a full day or a half day.
35.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Specialty Museums 309 Keller Avenue, Fayetteville, WV 25840 MoreLess Info
Studio B Gallery & Gifts is an eclectic space that provides visitors with gourmet food and cheeses, as well as wine and craft beer. Shoppers can also browse through the sterling silver items, local fine art, pottery, and imports.
35.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 115 S Court Street, Fayetteville, WV 25840 MoreLess Info
Originally a Depression era movie house built in 1937, Historic Fayette Theatre currently stages ten theatrical performances per year. The building is also open for tours and features paintings and art that depict entertainment and life from the 1930s.
35.8 Miles
98% 42 votes
Ziplines One Ames Heights Road, Lansing, WV 25862 MoreLess Info
On a TreeTops Canopy Tour, visitors navigate ten ziplines, five cable bridges, one rappel station, and stop on stationary tree platforms to see overviews of Mill Creek. Visitors also see wildlife from a treetop level.
35.9 Miles
98% 55 votes
Visitor Centers 162 Visitor Center Road, Lansing, WV MoreLess Info
Located at the edge of New River Gorge, the Canyon Rim Visitor Center provides information for visitors about local attractions as well as about local nature, culture, and history. It features observation decks and an exhibit room.
36.0 Miles
98% 203 votes
Rafting 49 Cantrell Drive, Fayetteville, WV 25840 MoreLess Info
Cantrell Ultimate Rafting - Day Tours on the Lower New River for advance rafters, the Upper New River for families and novices, the Lower Gauley River for those seeking a middle ground, and Upper Gauley River, often referred to as America's greatest rafting. The company also offers waterfall tours.
36.0 Miles
95% 95 votes
Rafting PO Box 78, Lansing, WV 25862 MoreLess Info
Class VI - Mountain River whitewater rafting trips is part of Adventures On The Gorge. The trips can be on the Upper New River, Lower New River, Upper Gauley River and the Lower Gauley River.
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