Things to Do with Kids in Essex, MD

  • TripBuzz found 264 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Maryland, including 258 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
  • From Rocky Point Beach to Heritage Society of Essex & Middle River Inc, the Essex area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
  • Located in central Maryland is the city of Essex. Located near Chesapeake Bay, locals and visitors can enjoy outdoor and water recreation as well as beautiful scenic views as it features many acres of rural land for gardens and landscape. The city also plays host to local events, festivals and concerts, drawing tourists from throughout Maryland.
  • TripBuzz found 264 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Maryland, including 258 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
  • From Rocky Point Beach to Heritage Society of Essex & Middle River Inc, the Essex area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
  • Located in central Maryland is the city of Essex. Located near Chesapeake Bay, locals and visitors can enjoy outdoor and water recreation as well as beautiful scenic views as it features many acres of rural land for gardens and landscape. The city also plays host to local events, festivals and concerts, drawing tourists from throughout Maryland.
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89% 204 votes
Historic Homes 121 N. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The 18th century Palladian-style building known as Carlyle House offers daily tours of the house to explore the life of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Virginia. Special programs for children, events, exhibits, and lectures are held throughout the year.
46.3 Miles
91% 202 votes
History Museums 134 N. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Gadsby's Tavern Museum is actually composed of two 18th century buildings that famous historical figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams enjoyed. The museum teaches guests about life during this era with special programming for both very young and older children.
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71% 255 votes
Boat Cruise 205 The Strand, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
Several tours of both the freshwater and seawater regions within the Washington DC region are available through the Potomac Riverboat Company. Sightseeing tours include the Washington Monuments Cruise, the Mount Vernon Cruise, the Alexandria Seaport Cruise, and the Pirate Cruise.
46.3 Miles
92% 172 votes
Specialty Museums 105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
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100% 1 votes
Specialty Museums University of Delaware, 255 Academy Street, Newark, DE 19716 MoreLess Info
Situated in the campus of the University of Delaware, Mineralogical Museum provides displays filled with geological artifacts, such as copper and silver. In addition to metals, the museum displays crystals and gems behind glass cases.
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74% 19 votes
Dog Park 301 S Harrison Street, Arlington, VA 22204 MoreLess Info
Featuring a wooded area and creek, Glencarlyn Dog Park offers visitors an outdoor space for their dogs to swim and run off-leash. The park also has a quarter mile trail for walking.
46.3 Miles
83% 137 votes
Dog Park 2601 S Arlington Mill Drive, Arlington, VA 22206 MoreLess Info
Situated next to a stream, Shirlington Park has a large play area for dogs to socialize in. The dogs like to sit and swim in the stream. They also have a fenced area for smaller dogs.
46.4 Miles
100% 34 votes
Theaters Academy St, Newark, DE 19716 MoreLess Info
REP Theatre, University of Delaware is the place where professional actors play all round the year in classical, modern and contemporary plays. The actors are replaced at every 4 years.
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94% 123 votes
National & State Parks 880 New London Road, Newark, DE MoreLess Info
The 4 mile-long trails, the playgrounds, the picnic areas, the different sports courses, all of these and others make White Clay Creek State Park worth the while. Fishing enthusiasts can also find 2 ponds inside the park.
46.4 Miles
80% 1293 votes
Marinas 137 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
National Harbor is a multi-purpose waterfront area which is home to a wide range of attractions including the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, a marina, a children's museum, multiple nightlife and dining destinations and more.
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