Here are a few road-tripping with small children suggestions:
iFly Indoor Skydiving- Fort Worth
- 663 Northeast Loop 820 (15 minutes away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Your family will be floating on air during this experience. Indoor skydiving is for kids of all ages, and will be a true test of the parent’s athleticism as well. Rise to the next level, and enjoy this thrill!
SpeedZone- Dallas
- 11130 Malibu Drive (30 minutes away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Get your competition on, and have some racing fun with your family. The four indoor race tracks are sure to please, and even includes miniature golf, an arcade, and Johnny Rockets for delicious eats and treats.
Summit Rock Climbing- Grapevine
- 1040 Mustang Drive (30 minutes away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Swing on over to this incredible facility with 6,000 sq. ft.of 32-feet-tall rope and lead climbing walls. It is the perfect indoor adventure, and features an in-house yoga studio to relax the body after a day of thrilling climbs.
Legoland Discovery Center- Grapevine
- 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy (30 minutes away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Full of adventures for young children, Legoland offers obstacle courses, 4D Cinema, rides, a pirate beach, tours, and a lego village. This is the perfect place to enjoy a day of fun and entertainment while stimulating your child’s creative lego-building mind.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science- Dallas
- 2201 N Field St. (45 minutes away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Step into the world of science and wonder through the 11 exhibit halls on 5 different floors, filled with living science lessons, technology, games, and interactive explorations. This museum will be an unforgettable and informative adventure for both you and your kids!
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center- Glen Rose
- 2299 County Road (1 hour away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Get closer than you have ever been to exotic animals at the 1,800- acre park. Whether on a guided safari tour, behind the scenes tour, or driving yourself down the roads, families will have the opportunity to see over 50 different species on this trip.
Tiger Creek Big Cat Rescue- Tyler
- 17552 Farm To Market 14 (1 hour away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- See the surprise on your children’s faces as they encounter these majestic felines roaming on the 173 acres of wildlife preserve. Explore at your own leisure or follow the leader down the immersive walking tour. It’s bound to be a trip you won’t forget!
Barton Springs- Austin, TX
- 2201 Barton Springs Rd (3 hours away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- From floating in the underground springs to picnicking in the park, Barton Springs is sure to be a fun-filled day. There are even preserved trails for biking or walking, a variety of recreational sports/activities, and aquatic activities for kids of all ages!
National Butterfly Center-Mission
- 3333 Butterfly Park Drive (3.5 hours away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Enjoy over 210 species of butterflies at this 100-acre preserve. While on the way, make a checklist of butterflies you want to see, then spend your time spotting your favorites. It is a great way to get outdoors and step right into nature!
Exotic Resort Zoo- Johnson
- 235 Zoo Trail (3.5 hours away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Animal lovers will have an experience of a lifetime on this trip. From spending your time at the petting zoo or being led on a guided tour, this exotic zoo is home to over 700 animals from 45+ different animals. Whether it is an endangered species or one thriving in the wild, your family will get the chance to get up close and personal to some creatures you have never even heard of!
Hangtime Trampoline Park- Victoria
- 4002 N. Main Ste 400 (4 hours away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- From dunking to dodge ball to soc-air and more, 14,000 sq. ft. of trampolines is any kid’s dream! Let your kids jump out their energy, and have comfort in mind knowing there is a safe jumping area for your little ones as well.
Wimberley Zip line Adventures- Wimberley
- 378 Winn Valley Dr. (4 hours away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Soar over canyons and creeks, and enjoy this 15-mile view of Texas Hill Country as you are entertained by a series of ten zip line crossings. Your family will fall in love with the 100 ft high soar while going speeds over 30 miles per hour.
Schlitterbahn-Galveston
- 2109 Lockheed St. (4.5 hours away from Alliance Pediatrics)
- Within the mile river lies three areas of this massive waterpark filled with water slides, wave riders, and water coasters. The Water Park is home to the world’s tallest water coaster that can be found inside the wave pool. Whether relaxing in the water or enjoying yummy food at the picnic pavilions, Schlitterbahn is a great way to escape the Texas heat.
For those longer road trips or even flights, here are a few ways to keep your kiddos entertained:
- Dry Erase Travel Pack for getting artistic
- Magnetic Hangman for an entertaining game
- Kindle Fire to play and watch movies
- Mad Libs to help your kids learn while coming up with funny stories
- Travel Lego Box for building
- Make homemade mini notebooks to record travel memories
- Pipe Cleaners for making new creations
- Sticker Books to stay busy while getting creative
- Neon Window Markers to get artsy but keep things clean
- Velcro Travel Checkers for an easy travel games
- Play the license plate game
- Road Trip Bingo using typical road-trip sights
Image Credits:
- iFLY: https://www.iflyworld.com/austin/
- SpeedZone: http://www.speedzone.com/dallas
- Summit Rock climbing: https://www.facebook.com/summitdallas/photos/a.220323967994501.75150.220312101329021/220324851
327746/?type=3&theater - Legoland Discovery Center: https://dallasfw.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/whats-inside/lego-racers-buildtest/
- Perot Museum: https://www.perotmuseum.org/exhibits-and-films/index.html
- Fossil Rim: https://www.tourtexas.com/attractions/Fossil-Rim-Wildlife-Center-glen-rose
- Tiger Creek: http://anne-wildlifenature.blogspot.com/2012/03/wild-tigers-could-disappear-by-2022.html
- Barton Spring: https://www.austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool
- National Butterfly Center: https://nationalbutterflycenter.org/butterflies/photo-gallery/77-content-slider/68-how-can-i-help
- Exotic Resort Zoo: http://www.zooexotics.com/gallery/
- Hangtime Trampoline Park: http://www.hangtimetrampolinepark.com
- Wimberley Zipline Adventures: https://www.wimberleyzipline.com/photos
- Schlitterbahn: http://keywordsuggest.org/gallery/866882.html