Things to Do with Kids in Columbia, PA

  • TripBuzz found 122 things to do with kids in or near Columbia, Pennsylvania, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lancaster, York, Hershey and Lititz.
  • From Turkey Hill Experience to Glide Ride Stables, the Columbia area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Historic Homes.
  • Ranked in the top 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2014, Columbus, PA lies on the bank of the Susquehanna River and is only half an hour from state capital Harrisburg. The town has deep historic roots with events such as Cresap's War and burning bridges to prevent Confederate soldiers from entering Union territory in the Civil War.
  • TripBuzz found 122 things to do with kids in or near Columbia, Pennsylvania, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lancaster, York, Hershey and Lititz.
  • From Turkey Hill Experience to Glide Ride Stables, the Columbia area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Historic Homes.
  • Ranked in the top 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2014, Columbus, PA lies on the bank of the Susquehanna River and is only half an hour from state capital Harrisburg. The town has deep historic roots with events such as Cresap's War and burning bridges to prevent Confederate soldiers from entering Union territory in the Civil War.
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The continent’s largest collection of timepieces includes the massive Engle Clock and hands-on exhibits
7.5 Miles
94% 47 votes
Parks Rocky Ridge County Park, 400 Deininger R, York, PA 17406 MoreLess Info
The 750-acre Rocky Ridge Park is mostly mature oak forest filled with multi-use trails and several observation decks. Other amenities include a softball field, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, natural playground and pavilions.
7.9 Miles
90% 330 votes
Specialty Museums 226 Gap Rd, Strasburg, PA 17579 MoreLess Info
Located in the heart of Amish country, the Choo Choo Barn is an extensive model train museum and gift shop. Entrance to the shop is free, but patrons must purchase a ticket to enter the exhibit room.
8.2 Miles
91% 79 votes
Parks Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA MoreLess Info
Hosting community events like a summer concert series, Long's Park provides visitors with 80 acres of land designated for outdoor recreational activities. The park features a pond that has turtles, ducks, and fish to view.
9.2 Miles
67% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 2989 East Prospect Road, York, PA 17402 MoreLess Info
A carefully landscaped private swimming pool facility, Wisehaven Swimming Pool features a kiddie pool, family pool, and adult pool. They also have a water slide and a variety of diving boards of different heights.
9.3 Miles
93% 293 votes
History Museums 230 N. President Ave., Lancaster, PA MoreLess Info
Lancaster Country's Historical Society is comprised of a library and museum that serves as a historical preservation center to the areas artifacts, books and documents. Locals, as well as historians, enjoy being fully immersed in the areas rich heritage.
9.3 Miles
93% 292 votes
Historic Homes 1120 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603 MoreLess Info
Wheatland is the beloved home of the nations 15th president, James Buchanan. The stately home is just one of the buildings available to tour, in addition to the properties carriage house, ice house, privy and grounds.
9.4 Miles
38% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 1246 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, Regal Manor Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers self-service and mobile ticketing, stadium seating, reserved seats, reclining chairs, a game room and a cafe.
9.8 Miles
77% 74 votes
Science Museums 400 College Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 MoreLess Info
With permanent exhibits including the Dinosaur Gallery, Discovery Room, Hall of the Cosmos, and Live Animal Room, the interactive all-ages North Museum of Natural History is also home to a planetarium.
10.1 Miles
71% 99 votes
Skiing & Snowboarding 2700 Mount Rose Avenue, York, PA 17402 MoreLess Info
Snow tubing is the name of the game at Avalanche Express in York, Pennsylvania. This spacious tube course has something for everyone, from kids and cautious types to adrenaline junkies.
10.1 Miles
28% 64 votes
Haunted Tours 99 Stehman Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603 MoreLess Info
Known for its haunted attractions, including the Chamber of Horrors, Pirate's Revenge and Haunted Hay Ride, and the Carnival of Fear, younger visitors can also play in a variety of bouncy games and structures.
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