- TripBuzz found 252 things to do with kids in or near Dartmouth, Massachusetts, including 246 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Oak Bluffs and Middletown.
- From Demarest Lloyd State Park to Round Hill, the Dartmouth area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Farms & Ranches, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Parks.
- Separated into north and south regions, the city of Dartmouth offers diverse environments whether one is seeking scenic farmland, historical suburbs or a thriving business economy. Visitors to either end will enjoy a mix various ethnic restaurants, historical tours and shopping. South Dartmouth offers access to Martha's Vineyard by boat and premier fishing.
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Scenic Demarest Lloyd State Park is a 1800-foot, salt-water beach. The calm surf in this area is safe for families with children and allows visitors to observe ospreys, terns, hawks and egrets.
4.2 Miles
A site of historical interest in Dartmouth, Round Hill is the location of renowned millionaire Edward Howland Robinson Green. The mansion is particularly large and palatial, and is located near a beach.
3.3 Miles
Visitors can see a variety of animals at Alderbrook Farm, from oxes to pigs to horses. The farm has its own store that sells fresh produce and eggs from its chickens.
3.8 Miles
Cornell Farm offers several hiking trails that extend westward from the farmstead through a pine and oak forest to the marshlands at the head of Little River. The farmland was passed down through 5 generations of the Cornell family.
5.1 Miles
Slocum's River Reserve is a river reserve protecting more than 3,000 feet along Slocum's river. The preserve is populated by woodlands, agricultural fields, and pastures. Visitors can expect to find 2 miles of scenic walking trails.
1.5 Miles
New Bedford, Massachusetts is home to the Buttonwood Park Zoo, a mid-size zoo with 250 resident animals and 30 habitats. Most of the zoo's animals are native to North America and include bison, bighorn sheep, eagles, bears, seals, sea lions and mountain lions.
2.3 Miles
Catering to climbers of all skill levels, Carabiner's Indoor Climbing offers belay courses where visitors can climb several story high walls. In addition to climbing courses, it offers fitness and martial arts classes, as well as various youth programs.
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51 Bedford St (Corner of Sixth St), New Bedford, MA 02740
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New Bedford Fire Museum is a locally run museum. Patrons can tour the museum and view the history of the trucks, memorabilia and the building itself. Children can dress up and slide down firefighter poles.
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396 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740
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Nestled in beautiful New Bedford, Massachusetts, the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum.. It is best visited in clement weather, when temperatures are comfortable and the flowers in the garden are in bloom. .
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Each season, Your Theatre Inc features a mix of comedies, plays, and musical performances for visitors to attend. The theater is led by volunteers and opens up the audition process to local performers.