Things to Do with Kids in Columbia, PA

  • TripBuzz found 122 things to do with kids in or near Columbia, Pennsylvania, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lancaster, York, Hershey and Lititz.
  • From Turkey Hill Experience to Glide Ride Stables, the Columbia area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Historic Homes.
  • Ranked in the top 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2014, Columbus, PA lies on the bank of the Susquehanna River and is only half an hour from state capital Harrisburg. The town has deep historic roots with events such as Cresap's War and burning bridges to prevent Confederate soldiers from entering Union territory in the Civil War.
  • TripBuzz found 122 things to do with kids in or near Columbia, Pennsylvania, including 116 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lancaster, York, Hershey and Lititz.
  • From Turkey Hill Experience to Glide Ride Stables, the Columbia area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Family Fun Center, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Historic Homes.
  • Ranked in the top 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2014, Columbus, PA lies on the bank of the Susquehanna River and is only half an hour from state capital Harrisburg. The town has deep historic roots with events such as Cresap's War and burning bridges to prevent Confederate soldiers from entering Union territory in the Civil War.
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26.1 Miles
88% 78 votes
Parks Front Street, Harrisburg, PA MoreLess Info
Beginning at the Walnut Street Bridge, the River Front Park trail in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania descends to the path's River Walk pathway. Toward the end of the 2.5 mile walk, the trail ascends and makes a loop back to the bridge.
26.2 Miles
Movie Theaters 250 Reily St, Harrisburg, PA 17102 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2001, the Midtown Cinema was founded by Todd Shill and Allen Brown as a way to increase community engagement in downtown Harrisburg. The tradition started by the founders continues at the theater which screens foreign and independent films.
26.2 Miles
83% 6 votes
Lake Harrisburg Park, 3rd St & Division Street, Harrisburg, PA 17130 MoreLess Info
With a lighted walking path surrounding the lake, Italian Lake provides scenic views of the water and a place to watch the sunset. The lake is inhabited by ducks and geese; and is landscaped with shrubs, flowers, and trees.
27.5 Miles
90% 204 votes
Parks 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110 MoreLess Info
The Wildwood Park contains the Benjamin Olewine III Nature center where children can climb a tree, read a nature story, and watch birds eat from bird feeders, and parents can shop at the gift store. The park also contains nature trails ranging from .25 miles to 3.1 miles.
27.6 Miles
92% 162 votes
National & State Parks 2600 Smith Station Road, Hanover, PA MoreLess Info
With 26 miles of shoreline along Lake Marburg, Codorus State Park is ideal for sailboats, motorboats and fishermen. It features picnic areas and a pool for swimming, along with campsites.
27.7 Miles
71% 7 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110 MoreLess Info
Wildwood Park & Lake Sanctuary includes a lake, nature center, several miles of nature trails and all kinds of plants and wildlife. They also host multiple special events every week that are both fun and educational.
27.7 Miles
63% 8 votes
Bowling 4695 E Trindle Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 MoreLess Info
Featuring 40 lanes, Trindle Bowling Center provides bowling for individuals, leagues and private events. The center offers a cafe with food, drinks and ice cream, an arcade with redemption games and a pro shop.
27.9 Miles
100% 22 votes
Segway Tours 3003 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110 MoreLess Info
Harrisburg By Segway Tours takes guests gliding past the city's historical venues and scenic sites on the ride of a segway. The tour is a 2-hour family friendly ride that snakes along the Susquehanna River.
28.3 Miles
94% 16 votes
Family Fun Center 110 Hickory Lane, Hanover, PA 17331 MoreLess Info
Suitable for individuals, groups and private events, Hickory Falls Family Entertainment Center features a miniature golf course along with a laser tag arena and go-karts. It also provides arcade games, bowling, a children's play area and a snack bar.
28.3 Miles
25% 4 votes
Movie Theaters 4950 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 MoreLess Info
The Flagship Cinemas shows movies for guests to enjoy on its big screens. The theater has reclining seats to relax in during films and has a concession stand for guests to purchase snacks.
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