Things to do with kids in Durham, NC
187 fun places to go with kids in Durham, from rainy-day indoor spots to parks, zoos, camps, and holiday events. Every place is ranked by real parent ratings and reviews, so you can pick a weekend outing or a plan for today in minutes.
44 places
Indoor things to do with kids in Durham
Museum Kids Activities Marbles Kids Museum
4.8(6,907)4.8 out of 5 stars, 6907 reviews201 E Hargett St, Raleigh
Indoor Water Parks Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Concord
4.4(10,707)4.4 out of 5 stars, 10707 reviews10175 Weddington Rd, Concord
Indoor Water Parks Massanutten Indoor WaterPark
4.4(5,739)4.4 out of 5 stars, 5739 reviews1200 Adventure Dr, Massanutten
Museum Kids Activities North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
4.8(2,573)4.8 out of 5 stars, 2573 reviews11 W Jones St, Raleigh
Indoor Water Parks Lake Crabtree County Park
4.7(2,313)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2313 reviews1400 Aviation Pkwy, Morrisville
Best Indoor Playgrounds DEFY Raleigh
4.5(2,063)4.5 out of 5 stars, 2063 reviews5604 Departure Dr #100, Raleigh
Arcades Boxcar Bar + Arcade
4.5(1,934)4.5 out of 5 stars, 1934 reviews621 Foster St, Durham
Arcades Dave & Buster's Cary
3.9(4,993)3.9 out of 5 stars, 4993 reviews1111 Walnut St, Cary
68 places
Outdoor things to do with kids in Durham
Zoos for Kids North Carolina Zoo
4.6(24,073)4.6 out of 5 stars, 24073 reviews4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro
Kayaking for Kids Lake Johnson Park
4.7(4,628)4.7 out of 5 stars, 4628 reviews4601 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh
Kayaking for Kids Eno River State Park
4.8(2,574)4.8 out of 5 stars, 2574 reviewsDurham
Kayaking for Kids Cape Fear River Adventures
4.8(2,039)4.8 out of 5 stars, 2039 reviews100 S Main St, Lillington
Hiking with Kids Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
4.8(1,349)4.8 out of 5 stars, 1349 reviews2616 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary
Best Outdoor Playgrounds Sassafras All Children's Playground
4.9(1,048)4.9 out of 5 stars, 1048 reviews3808 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh
Amusement Parks Burlington City Park Amusement Area
4.6(1,400)4.6 out of 5 stars, 1400 reviews1388 S Main St, Burlington
Amusement Parks Galaxy Fun Park
4.4(1,788)4.4 out of 5 stars, 1788 reviews14460 Falls of Neuse Rd Ste 145, Raleigh
75 places
Seasonal things to do with kids in Durham
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Sarah P. Duke Gardens
4.9(8,325)4.9 out of 5 stars, 8325 reviews2000 Lewis St, Durham
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Frankie's of Raleigh
4.4(7,690)4.4 out of 5 stars, 7690 reviews11190 Fun Park Dr, Raleigh
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Urban Axes - Axe Throwing
4.9(2,463)4.9 out of 5 stars, 2463 reviews619 Foster St, Durham
Christmas Events for Kids The Carolina Theatre
4.7(2,689)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2689 reviews309 W Morgan St, Durham
Halloween Kids Activities Bull City Escape
4.9(1,483)4.9 out of 5 stars, 1483 reviews2020 W Main St Suite 300, Durham
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Museum of Life and Science
4.7(1,776)4.7 out of 5 stars, 1776 reviewsMuseum of Life and Science - Main Building, 433 W Murray Ave Carolina Wildlife, Durham
Fall Festivals Durham Central Park
4.6(1,587)4.6 out of 5 stars, 1587 reviews501 Foster St, Durham
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Angel Island Fun Park
4.8(971)4.8 out of 5 stars, 971 reviews3330 Westgate Dr, Durham
Parent questions
Kids activities in Durham: FAQ
What are the best things to do with kids in Durham?
Top-rated family activities in Durham include Marbles Kids Museum, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Concord, Massanutten Indoor WaterPark, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina Zoo. Rankings combine star ratings with the number of parent reviews.
What can kids do indoors in Durham on a rainy or cold day?
Popular indoor options in Durham include Marbles Kids Museum, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Concord, Massanutten Indoor WaterPark. See all 44 indoor places for kids in Durham on this site.
What are fun outdoor places to go with kids in Durham?
Families in Durham rate North Carolina Zoo, Lake Johnson Park, Eno River State Park among the best outdoor spots for kids.
What seasonal and holiday activities are there for kids in Durham?
Seasonal favorites in Durham include Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Frankie's of Raleigh, Urban Axes - Axe Throwing, plus summer camps, fall festivals, and holiday events that change through the year.
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