Things to Do with Kids in Newport News, VA

  • TripBuzz found 145 things to do with kids in or near Newport News, Virginia, including 120 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hampton, Williamsburg, Norfolk and Portsmouth.
  • From Lazer Rush to Play A Round Golf & Games, the Newport News area offers 74 different types of family activities, including: Swimming Pool, Military Museums, Specialty Museums and Beaches.
  • Located on the James River is the city of Newport News. Currently the fifth largest city in the state, it is home to over 180,000 residents. With shipbuilding, military, and aerospace and being the areas primary industries, the city also has a large tourist draw for its diverse cultural landscape. Points of interest include a historic railroad station, military museums and many art festivals held throughout the year.
  • TripBuzz found 145 things to do with kids in or near Newport News, Virginia, including 120 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hampton, Williamsburg, Norfolk and Portsmouth.
  • From Lazer Rush to Play A Round Golf & Games, the Newport News area offers 74 different types of family activities, including: Swimming Pool, Military Museums, Specialty Museums and Beaches.
  • Located on the James River is the city of Newport News. Currently the fifth largest city in the state, it is home to over 180,000 residents. With shipbuilding, military, and aerospace and being the areas primary industries, the city also has a large tourist draw for its diverse cultural landscape. Points of interest include a historic railroad station, military museums and many art festivals held throughout the year.
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14.9 Miles
95% 85 votes
History Museums 7637 North Shore Road, Norfolk, VA 23505 MoreLess Info
Built by William and Florence Stone, Hermitage Museum & Gardens contains twelve acres of gardens, wetlands and woodlands, contemporary gallery space, and an extensive art collection. A guided tour of the 42-room Arts and Crafts-style house introduces visitors to the Sloane family history, furniture and art coll…
15.0 Miles
78% 93 votes
Movie Theaters 5860 Harbour View Boulevard, Suffolk, VA 23435 MoreLess Info
Entertainment from around the world can be found at Regal Harbour View Grande Stadium 16. Visitors come to enjoy the latest movies, concerts, comedy specials, sporting events, and much more.
15.1 Miles
86% 1940 votes
Water Parks 176 Water Country Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23187 MoreLess Info
An all-ages water park on a 1950s and 60s surf theme, Water Park USA features a children's fantasyland, soaking slides, raft rides and plummeting attractions, along with restaurants and entertainment. Notable attractions include a 1500 ft long winding river ride, and the 4500 square foot kid's Cow-A-Bunga pool.
15.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 5860 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23435 MoreLess Info
A 16-theater Regal Cinema, Harbour View Grande Movie Cinemas shows a variety of first-run movies. It features reclining seats, digital video and sound, and a variety of refreshments available from the concession stand.
16.3 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 1000 Bennetts Creek Park Road, Suffolk, VA 23435 MoreLess Info
Situated on 57 acres, Bennett's Creek Park features water access for fishing, crabbing and boating along with tennis courts and a disc-golf course. The park also provides picnic facilities, a skate park, open fields and a nature trail.
16.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 102 Bob House Parkway, Suffolk, VA 23432 MoreLess Info
Lone Star Lakes Park has over 11 lakes for visitors to enjoy. Facilities at the park include horse riding trails, an archery range, a playground, fishing areas, and picnic tables.
16.6 Miles
50% 4 votes
Bowling 3101 Lynnhurst Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23321 MoreLess Info
A 40-lane bowling facility, AMF Western Branch Lanes features open and league bowling along with miniature golf. It has a lounge area with flat-screen televisions, a pro shop, pool tables, arcade games and a snack bar.
17.3 Miles
81% 27 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 4616 Sleepy Hole Road, Suffolk, VA MoreLess Info
Offering a view of the Nansemond River, Sleepy Hole Park has a 5-acre freshwater lake that can be used for fishing along with trails for hiking. The park has volleyball and horseshoe courts, picnic shelters and a playground.
17.5 Miles
56% 16 votes
Beaches Ocean View Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23503 MoreLess Info
Ocean View Beach is a 6.5 acre beach and park designated as a festival park and featuring a large band shell for presentations and dancing. The beach has lifeguards in the summer, a boardwalk and open green space.
17.8 Miles
Haunted Tours 410 Duke of Gloucester Street in front of the Cheese Shop, Williamsburg, VA 23188 MoreLess Info
A theatrical walking tour company with costumed guides, Spooks and Legends Haunted Tours offers several tours of various haunted sites and attractions. Tours are carefully researched, and are historically informative as well as entertaining.
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