- TripBuzz found 22 things to do with kids in or near South Charleston, West Virginia, including 17 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Charleston.
- From Memorial Ice Arena to Southridge Grand Prix, the South Charleston area offers 43 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, History Museums, Ancient Ruins and Historic Sites.
- Located on the south side of the Kanawha River, the city of South Charleston is home to aviation and residential neighborhoods. Both Mallory and Yeager Airport are located within the city, making it an accessible area to travel to within the state. Visitors can enjoy an array of culture and entertainment in the city's downtown area including film and music theatres, nightclubs and restaurants.
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Visitors to the State Museum within the Cultural Center find the history of the state of West Virginia in culture, art, paleontology, archaeology and geology throughout the state. Visitors can follow a path throughout the museum that allows them to follow the state's history in order.
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Midland Trail Scenic Highway Association, Charleston, WV 25301
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Along the 190-mile Midland Trail (Scenic Highway 60) visitors can find scenic views, history sites, rafting opportunities, and art studios. The road runs across the middle of West Virginia from Kenova through Charleston to White Sulphur Springs.
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A cinema multiplex that offers all stadium seating, Park Place Stadium Cinemas offers eleven auditoriums showing first-run films with digital video and sound. The theater also features an extensive refreshment selection and seats that rock.
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A variety of different shows can be seen at the Children's Theatre of Charleston,such as the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. The theatre puts on shows for local school children and the general public.
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Built in 2004, Appalachian Power Park is a minor-league baseball field home to the West Virginia Power, a Pittsburgh Pirates single-A affiliate. The park also hosts events like concerts, charity walks, the Polar Plunge and other competitions.
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Bradford and East at Kanawha, Charleston, WV
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A number of dining, shopping and entertainment options are available to visitors of Charleston's East End Historic District. Guests enjoy walking amongst and admiring the beauty of the historic homes that line the area.
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Built in the traditional Georgian colonial architectural style, the West Virginia Governor’s Mansion was initially constructed in 1924. The mansion welcomes visitors for guided tours on Thursday and Friday mornings.
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The Cultural Center contains the West Virginia State Museum displaying the history of West Virginia throughout time laid out along a path so visitors can easily follow what happened in order. The building also contains the state's reference libraries, and a live-performance theater.
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1 Ames Heights Road, Charleston, WV 25862
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Experience the thrill of a lifetime with Class VI-Mountain River White Water Rafting. Choose from a variety of river tours including overnight trips and let your guides show you what outdoor adventure is all about.
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The West Virginia Veterans Memorial is two-stories tall and oval shaped in its basic form. The work itself was created by sculptor Joe Mullins and serves to honor more than 10,000 West Virginians who sacrificed their lives to defend the United States during the 20th century.