Summer is now in full swing and that means kids are out of school. Keep your kiddos entertained with visits to some amazing interactive museums. CAMP is a great option for crafty kids wanting something more creative.
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Updated June 2022
CAMP
Looking for an indoor family activity? CAMP is the perfect spot for creative kiddos. Entrance is free, and the art experiences are available for purchase along with gifts/crafts in the gift shop. Be sure visit to the splatter room or schedule your visit during a tie dye slime craft, or disco dance party- there is no wrong doing here!
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THE PEROT
With 11 permanent exhibit halls, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science provides an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages. The Moody Family Museum offers kids the ultimate playground with an interactive farmers market and a scavenger hunt throughout the museum.
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MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS
Get ready for some craziness at the Museum of Illusions! With over 60 illusions, there is something for everyone to be entertained by and it will leave you questing how they work. The space is a bit small so plan ahead and buy your tickets online.
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The Dallas World Aquarium
The world-renowned Dallas World Aquarium is the perfect spot for children of all ages. Visit exotic birds, mammals and fish in their replica exhibits. Be sure to stop by and feed the stingrays too!
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Photo courtesy of The Dallas World Aquarium
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
The Arboretum is a great outdoor option for kids to enjoy! Walk the beautiful flower gardens and explore. The Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden includes more botanical gardens and a science museum. There is also a daily puppet show!
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Photo courtesy of Dallas Arboretum
REUNION TOWER
Kids are welcome to come visit Reunion Tower for some family-friendly activites on the sky deck. During the summer, there are weekly activities for kids including Crayola crafts and visits from the Dallas Mavericks' Mascot.
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Photo courtesy of Reunion Tower
Dallas Zoo
Calling all animal lovers! The Dallas Zoo is a must-visit with over 2,000 animals, and tons of children exhibits. There are daily events at the Zoo and summer camps for kids grade Kindergarten through Grade 6.
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BOWL & BARREL
Beat the heat at Bowl & Barrel! Take the kids to the bowling alley and enjoy an indoor game with or without the bumper lanes. They offer $10 bowling for kids Monday-Wednesday, 11-4pm.
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Children's Aquarium at Fair Park
The Children's Aquarium at Fair Park is a beloved Dallas family tradition. Designed with kids and their parents in mind, their eye-level, interactive exhibits thrill visitors and instill a love for the oceans, rivers and lakes of the world.
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Photo courtesy of Children's Aquarium at Fair Park
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Get ready to get jumping! Urban Air is sure to get your kids tired with lots of jumping and indoor games. There is a battle beam, dodgeball, warrior courses and more to enjoy.
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Photo courtesy of Urban Air