Staying put for Spring Break? Here are some great ways to get your fam of the house:
🌸 Spring Break Activity Ideas for Kids (30062 + Nearby)
Whether you’re staying local or exploring a bit around Cobb County, these kid-friendly spots make planning spring break easy, rain or shine.
🧠 Museums & Educational Fun
The Youth Museum
Website: http://www.theyouthmuseum.org/
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Fees: Low-cost admission
Why go: Hands-on exhibits focused on STEM, art, and history. Ideal for elementary-aged kids.
Museum of Illusions - Atlanta
Website: http://moiatlanta.com
Hours: Typically 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (later on weekends)
Fees: Approximately $20 to $30
Why go: Highly interactive optical illusion exhibits that kids and adults both love.
Marietta Fire Museum
Hours: Daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fees: Free
Why go: Historic fire trucks and simple, engaging exhibits for younger kids.
Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Website: https://childrensmuseumatlanta.org
Hours: Typically 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Fees: Approximately $15 to $20
Why go: One of the best hands-on museums in Atlanta for kids under 8.
Tellus Science Museum (Cartersville)
Website: https://tellusmuseum.org
Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fees: ~$20 adults, ~$14 kids
Why go: Dinosaurs, fossils, and a planetarium make this a full-day experience.
🍓 Berry Picking & Farms (Spring Through Summer)
Berry Patch Farms
Website: https://berrypatchfarms.co
Hours: Typically 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Berry Patch Farms)
Fees: Free entry, pay for what you pick (Berry Patch Farms)
Why go: A local favorite with blueberries, seasonal events, and a farm market.
Sweet Berry Orchard
Hours: Select days 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Fees: Pay per container
Why go: Smaller, quieter U-pick experience that is great with younger kids.
Southern Belle Farm (McDonough)
Website: https://southernbellefarm.com
Hours: Seasonal hours
Fees: Pay per pound
Why go: Large farm with strawberries, blueberries, and tons of kid activities. (Explore Georgia)
Beak & Berry Farm (Senoia)
Website: https://beakandberry.com/
Hours: Thursday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Explore Georgia)
Fees: Pay per pound
Why go: Simple, no-frills berry picking that feels very local and relaxed.
🌸 Gardens & Nature Spots (Perfect Spring Bloom Outings)
Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Website: http://www.smithgilbertgardens.com
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Fees: ~$5 to $10
Why go: A hidden gem with sculptures, a rose garden, and tons of space to explore.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Website: http://www.atlantabg.org
Hours: Typically 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Fees: ~$25 adults, ~$20 kids
Why go: One of the most beautiful spring destinations in Atlanta, especially during bloom season.
Gibbs Gardens (Ball Ground)
Website: https://gibbsgardens.com
Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Fees: ~$25 adults, ~$10–$18 kids
Why go: Massive seasonal gardens with daffodils, Japanese gardens, and wide open walking paths.
Chattahoochee Nature Center (Roswell)
Website: https://www.chattnaturecenter.org
Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fees: ~$10 to $15
Why go: Trails, wildlife exhibits, and river views that make it feel like a mini adventure.
🛝 Indoor Play (Great for Rainy Days)
Kids Empire Marietta
Hours: Approximately 10:00 AM to late evening
Fees: ~$15 to $20
Why go: Huge indoor climbing playground.
Wiggle Giggle
Website: https://www.wigglegiggleatl.com
Hours: Around 10:00 AM to early evening
Fees: ~$10 to $15
Why go: Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
